Summer Reading Club
1 July - 12 August
Welcome to the Summer Reading Club!
The good news? We have an awesome summer reading club this year!
The better news? We're back with all kinds of fun programs for ALL ages to enjoy!
Register online for the Summer Reading Program (registration opens Tuesday 13 June)
Keep track of your reading to be entered for weekly prizes! The more you read, the more chance you have to win!
- Register online for the Summer Reading Program (registration opens 13 June). Can't register online? No problem give us a call at 780-962-4423 ext.0 or stop by the library in-person and our staff will be happy to register you.
- Download your reading challenge log (All Ages), or try the bingo sheet for bonus entries (13+ years, including adults). You can also pick up your Summer Reading Club registration pack in-person at the Spruce Grove Public Library.
- Keep track of your reading progress, to complete your log sheet there is a required amount of reading!
- Send us a photo of your completed reading challenge log/book bingo sheet to asgprogramming@yrl.ab.ca to be entered in the weekly prize draws throughout the summer. You can also drop it off at the library front desk (don't forget your name, age and contact info).
- Each completed sheet is an entry for that week's prize draw throughout the summer! The more log sheets you complete, the more chances you have to win!
- Prizes will be randomly drawn for three age groups each week during the summer (0-6 years, 7-12 years and 13+ years). Maximum one prize per individual.
Summer Programs & Special Events: Brochure
Program and Special Event Accessibility for Guests with Disabilities
These programs are for everyone! Online programs will be captioned. If you require another access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact the Programming Team at asgprogramming@yrl.ab.ca or call us at 780-962-4423 ext. 0. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your soonest convenience.
*Program registration opens Tuesday, 13 June
Name |
Description |
Day/Time |
Ages*** |
Other Info |
Celebrate Canada Day with us at Jubilee Park. Activities, games and special performances at day long! |
Saturday 1 July |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person |
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Summer Reading Club Kick Off |
Join us to celebrate the launch of our TD Summer Reading Club! Drop by to register, pick up your kit, celebrate with refreshments and enjoy some fun activities. (while supplies last) |
Tuesday 4 July |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person |
Summer Storytime |
Stories are being taken outside for some sunshine and fun! |
Tuesdays 10:30am-11:00am |
2-6 years with caregivers (siblings & friends are welcome) |
FREE, In-person Outdoors* *Weather permitting |
Mary Lambert Concert |
Sing Out Summer Fun Join us for a live family-friendly concert by Juno award nominee Mary Lambert. |
Tuesday 11 July 4-5pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person Space is limited |
Kids Coding Workshops |
Learn the tips and tricks of coding this summer. Registrants must bring their own device. |
Session 1: Tues 18 July Session 2: Tues 1 August 2-3pm |
7-12 years |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Teddy Bear Picnic |
Join us on Hamburger Hill for a special storytime and picnic. Don’t forget to bring a stuffie friend with you! |
Wednesday 12 July 11am-12pm |
2-6 years with caregivers, All Ages |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Kids Writing Camps |
Calling all authors and poets, reporters and screen writers, graphic novelists and storytellers...this just might be the “write” camp for you to get started down your literary path. Join us for our writing camps this summer. |
Session 1: Wed 19 July Session 2: Wed 2 August 2-4pm |
7-12 years |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Bug Night BINGO |
Join us for kid-friendly bingo! Learn about bugs and creepy crawlies from around the world and win prizes. |
Wednesday 26 July 2-3pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Glow Party |
Join us at this special event for all things glowtastic! We'll have glowsticks, dancing, facepaint, snacks and more... |
Wednesday 9 August 6-7:30pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Theatre Thursday |
Come and watch a movie with us here at the library. Pick up your snack kits at the library before the showing. Note: Movies may have a PG rating and may not be suitable for all children. Movies shown may be subject to change. |
Thursdays 5:30-7:30pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Indigo Circus |
Experience the wonder of bubble magic with Safire of Indigo Circus. Enjoy Safire as she displays the magic of bubbles, creates smiles, and invites her audience to join her in the magical and wonderful world of bubbles in this interactive comedy bubble show. |
Thursday 27 July 4-4:30pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person Space is limited |
Out of the Bag Crafts |
Let's do a fun summer craft together. |
Fridays 2-3pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person OR Online (hybrid program) To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Bee Kind: Bee Presentation |
Join us at this special event by Sweet Infusion Honey to learn all about bees. This presentation includes a real life hive of honey bees! |
Saturday 5 August 2-4pm |
All Ages |
FREE, In-person To register fill out the webform or call SGPL at 780-962-4423 |
Summer Tech Bowl |
Take a splash in our Tech Bowl, a place filled with your favourite retro and new technology. |
Saturdays 15 July - 26 August* *exception no program on Sat 8 July & Sat 5 August |
All Ages (children under 12 must have caregiver on premises) |
FREE, In-person Space is limited |
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To celebrate summer SGPL is hosting a family-friendly event in coordination with Rotary Club of Spruce Grove's RibFest! Get ready for some summer fun for the whole family at the Kids Zone. Play all the fair games to earn a prize ticket that you can exchange for a cool prize! Activities, games and special performances at the Rotary Ribfest! |
Saturday July 15 Sunday July 16 |
All Ages |
FREE*, Drop-in *Other activities on-site may have a fee |
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Summer Story Walk |
Take a (Story)Walk through the path by the Library and enjoy the fresh air and the sun while reading a fun children’s story! |
July - August |
All Ages |
FREE, Drop-in |
*Program registration opens Tuesday, 13 June
**These videos are reserved for the education of Library patrons only. SGPL receives no commercial gain from these recordings. No unauthorized further dissemination of these works is permitted.
***Program age recommendations are simply a guideline for content. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of age or ability!
****Walk-ins are welcome if space allows for registered programs (i.e. no-shows)
Digital Summer Fun
Kids and their families can create an online notebook, read eBooks, vote in Battle of the Books, participate in weekly trivia, write stories, read original comics, view author/illustrator readings and workshops and so much more...at TD Summer Reading Club.
Does your child have trouble reading print because of a physical, visual or learning disability? The TD Summer Reading Club is accessible for kids of all abilities, no matter how they read! Find out more about accessibility here.
Did you attend our programs? Let us know how we did.
Have a great summer!