Thursday, June 4th
Summer Reading Begins Monday!
Current Library Services Available
As the world slowly begins to find a new "normal",
the Library has several services available for our patrons.
Curbside Service
Curbside Hold Pickup is now available at RVDL.
At this time, holds can only be fulfilled on items that are available at RVDL.
Interlibrary Loans are not yet available.
To place holds, please go to our online catalog at
https://www.prairiecat.info/library/2036
or call the Library.
To schedule a Curbside Pickup, call the Library at (309) 523-3440.
Notary Services
RVDL's Notaries are here to help!
Notary services are available by appointment only at this time.
Reference Assistance and Reader's Advisory
Our librarians are excited to answer your questions!
We are happy to provide both online and physical resources when available.
To access these services, please call
the Library at (309) 523-3440.
Today's Trivia
Summer Reading News Ahead!
Summer Reading Starts Monday!
It's hard to believe that Summer Reading is almost here!
Registration is now open at
https://rivervalleylibrary.readsquared.com
and you may begin logging reading on Monday, June 8th.
Paper Reading Logs are available upon request.
Check out more information about READsquared below!
What is READsquared?
READsquared is an "online, collaborative Summer Learning tool."
What this means is that we can have a Summer Reading Program virtually!
There are 4 separate programs, divided by age:
Birth to Entering 1st Grade
Entering 2nd to 5th Grade
Entering 6th to 12th Grade
Adults
Each program features unique requirements to complete your Summer Reading Goals.
Prizes and Badges awarded throughout the summer will be
available at the end of the Reading Program.
Check out more information below.
Birth to 1st Grade Summer Reading
This program is designed for newborns to early readers to encourage life-long reading habits.
Points are earned through reading or listening to books.
Each book logged will earn you 25 points towards your 1,000 point goal!
Points are also awarded for completing Missions and
participating in Programs through the READsquared site.
2nd to 5th Grade Summer Reading
This program is designed for young readers who are growing more confident in their reading skills. It is geared towards children who will be entering 2nd-5th grade in the fall.
Points are earned through reading or listening to books.
Each minute reading/listening will earn 1 point towards your 1,000 point goal!
Points are also awarded for completing Missions
and participating in Programs through the READsquared site.
6th to 12th Grade Summer Reading
This program is designed for Teens and Tweens entering Junior High or High School in the fall.
Points are earned through reading or listening to books.
Each minute reading/listening will earn 1 point towards your 1,000 point goal!
Points are also awarded for completing Missions
and participating in Programs through the READsquared site.
Adult Summer Reading
This program is designed for adults age 18 & up to encourage life-long reading habits.
Points are earned through reading or listening to books.
Each minute reading/listening will earn 1 point towards your 1,000 point goal!
Points are also awarded for completing Missions
and participating in Programs through the READsquared site.
Trustee Position Available
River Valley District Library has an open seat on our Board of Trustees. The Board helps support the Library's Mission "to improve and enrich the lives of our users through information, education, and recreation". Meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 pm. Trustees are required to live in the Library District. If you or someone you know are interested, email Board@rivervalleylibrary.org or call Teri at (309) 523-3440.
Trivia Answer
Lee Child is the pen name used by James Dover Grant.
His Jack Reacher series features 25 full-length novels
and many more short stories and novellas.
River Valley District Library
The Library may be closed, but our online branch is always available at www.rivervalleylibrary.org
Call today to schedule your Curbside Pickup.
Email: rivervalley5@mchsi.com
Website: https://www.rivervalleylibrary.org
Location: 214 South Main Street, Port Byron, IL, USA
Phone: (309)523-3440
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Twitter: @RiverValleyLib