Calling all readers! Registration is now open for Central Arkansas Library System’s Summer Reading Club.

All ages can participate in the music-themed reading program designed to celebrate the ways that “libraries rock.” Registration is free and available online.

The online system allows users to log reading progress and other library activities, earn digital badges and compete for weekly prizes. Visit any CALS library to learn more about incentives and activities including the summer bingo activity for kids.

Everyone who registers for summer reading club is eligible to receive a free tote bag (while supplies last) and a free general admission ticket to the Arkansas Travelers game at Dickey-Stephens park on July 26. Participants may visit a library branch after July 1 to pick up a ticket.

Highlights of the summer program include:

  • Saturday, June 9: Kidstock Family Music Festival at Hillary Rodham Clinton Children’s Library & Learning Center
  • Monday, June 11: Weekly programs begin at all CALS branches
  • July 23-28: Awards Week at all CALS branches
  • Thursday, July 26: Library Night at the Arkansas Travelers at Dickey-Stephens Park
  • Saturday, July 28: Summer Reading Club Celebration: Libraries Rock! at Hillary Rodham Clinton Children’s Library & Learning Center
  • Monday, July 30: Musical Cinema: "The Greatest Showman" sing-along version (PG) at Ron Robinson Theater

Other special programs include appearances by Tommy Terrific, the Kinders, Craig O’Neill and the Arkansas Symphony Youth Orchestra Ensemble. Check out the CALS calendar for more details on those and other programs.

All library programs are free, but a library card is required to check out books and other materials.