Soccer fans can now sign up for new library cards sponsored by City SC and featuring its logo.
The new cards were unveiled Wednesday at the ºüÀêÊÓƵ Public Library, where City SC players encouraged kids who showed off their own soccer skills.Â
The ºüÀêÊÓƵ Public Library and ºüÀêÊÓƵ County Library are also combining their summer reading programs for the first time, and the announcement at the library Wednesday was supported by ºüÀêÊÓƵ Mayor Tishara Jones and County Executive Sam Page along with libraries' directors.
“Just as the power of sports brings people together, so does reading,†said Carolyn Kindle, ºüÀêÊÓƵ City SC’s CEO. “As the school year comes to a close and summer break begins, we are thrilled to help ºüÀêÊÓƵ County Library and ºüÀêÊÓƵ Public Library connect with kids and teens through reading and exploration, and we can't wait to see everyone using their new City SC library cards.â€
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One possible summer reading prize for teens is a raffle for two tickets to a City SC game.
The summer reading program, STL Summer Read Adventure, kicks off June 1, Actually includes activities beyond reading, with the libraries saying in a news release: "This brand new program invites youth ages 0-17 to go on an adventure with a variety of activities in STEM, Art, Outdoors, ºüÀêÊÓƵ and Reading."
The release says:Â
Registration for STL Summer Adventure begins on June 1. A kick-off event will be held from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in Forest Park in conjunction with . Everyone who signs up will receive a free book at registration. The program offers 5 paths of learning: STEM, Art, Outdoors, ºüÀêÊÓƵ, and Reading. Each path contains a variety of activities such as reading a book, putting together a puzzle or making a sidewalk chalk creation or visiting a local attraction like the Science Center or The Magic House. Participants who complete 3 activities in any category will earn a badge. After earning three badges, participants will receive a prize and raffle entry. Participants can track their progress online through Beanstack or by using a reading log available at any SLCL or SLPL branch. Reading logs can also be picked up at partner organizations."
For more information on the program, go toÂ