Library Branches Opening at 1p November 22

Both library branches will be opening at 1p on November 22 for staff development training. 

Library Closure for Thanksgiving

Both library branches will close at 5 p.m. on November 27 and remain closed on November 28 and 29 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen with normal hours on November 30.

Fall Into Reading Challenge

Fall November Reading Challenge 2024
Author
Kayla
Start Date

Fall is in full swing! 

We’ve raked the leaves, turned back the clocks, and donned our favorite cardigan. Now join us in putting that extra hour to good use with the coziest reading challenge of the year! During the month of November, read your way to that quintessential autumn feeling with our Fall Into Reading Challenge.  

Continue reading to learn more about our Fall Into Reading Challenge and use the provided links to register or peruse our librarian recommended book lists. We can’t wait to see how you embrace reading this season! 

Registration badge pictured- green badge with assorted fall symbols, such as acorns, leaves and mushrooms

Register

Starting November 1st , register for our Fall Into Reading Challenge in-person, online through the Beanstack website, or using the Beanstack app on any smart device. Registrants 12 and up will earn an adorable sign-up prize inspired by the challenge badges. All prizes can be claimed at the Randall Oaks Library or Dundee Library location.

 

 

 

 

 

Three badge representing the options for reading categories shown. Comfort Food- slice of pie in front of light blue background; Fall Vibes- fox wearing a green scarf in front of pale orange background; Cozy Reads- squirrel wearing a cream colored scarf and holding a nut in front of pale blue background

Read

Read one book from any of the following categories to complete the challenge: Comfort Food, Fall Vibes, or Cozy Reads. Choose a title from our book lists or discover your own. While we have compiled a teen and an adult list for each category, anyone is welcome to read from either.  

Once you’ve finished reading your book, simply enter the title into Beanstack under the relevant activity badge and you’re a winner!

 

Comfort Food

To earn this badge, read a book that features chefs, cooking, or food. Pick a book from the lists linked below or select a title of your own choosing. 

  • Teen List- A printable list of librarian recommended Teen titles to satisfy your appetite!

  • Adult List- A printable list of librarian recommended Adult titles to satisfy your appetite!

     

Fall Vibes

To earn this badge, read a book that embodies what Autumn is to you. Books in this category can feature themes of sweater weather, pumpkins, the witchy or magical, autumn romances & more. Pick a book from the lists linked below or select a title of your own choosing. 

  • Teen List- A printable list of librarian recommended Teen titles that will leaf you wanting more!

  • Adult List- A printable list of librarian recommended Adult titles that will leaf you wanting!

     

Cozy Reads

To earn this badge, read a lighthearted book that makes you feel warm and toasty inside. Discover a new favorite comfort read or revisit an old one. Pick a book from the lists linked below or select a title of your own choosing. 

  • Teen List- A printable list of librarian recommended Teen titles you can snuggle up with!

  • Adult List- A printable list of librarian recommended Adult titles you can snuggle up with!

 

 

Completion Reading Badge: orange badge pictured with white lettering that reads "Completed!" and simple white line art or Fall symbols including acorns, leaves and mushrooms.

Complete

Upon completion of the Fall Into Reading Challenge, participants will earn their choice of a brand-new book from our prize cart. This finisher prize can be claimed at either Fox River Valley Library location as early as November 8th . 

Note: Book prizes are available while supplies last.