Moore launches ‘To the Library and Beyond!’ summer reading program

QUINCY — State Rep. Kyle Moore is inviting area youngsters to explore new worlds this summer in his “To the Library and Beyond” summer reading program.

In a press release, Moore said, “Books can take you to amazing places. When you’re a reader, there’s always a new adventure waiting just a page-turn away. Whether you want to explore space or walk with dinosaurs, you can do it all with just a book and your imagination.”

Moore’s “To the Library and Beyond” Summer Reading Program invites all students in grades K-5 in his legislative district to read eight books during their summer vacation. A parent or guardian may then list the books on the summer reading form found under the resources menu at repmoore.com or fill out the flyer at a local library and return it to his office by Aug. 1. Successful summer readers will receive a certificate of recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives and an ice cream treat.

“Children who like to read become lifelong readers, and that’s a tremendous gift,” Moore said.

Local libraries are:

• Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey, Quincy
• Camp Point Public Library District, 206 E. State, Camp Point
• Clayton Public Library District, 211 E. Main, Clayton
• Brown Co. Public Library, 106 SW Cross, Mount Sterling
• Prairie Skies Public Library District,125 W. Editor, Ashland
• Beardstown Houston Memorial Library, 13 Boulevard Road, Beardstown
• Virginia Memorial Public Library, 100 N. Main, Virginia
• Jacksonville Public Library, 201 W. College Avenue, Jacksonville
• Rushville Public Library, 514 Maple Avenue, Rushville
• M-C River Valley Library District, 304 E. Main, Arenzville
• Four Star Public Library, 132 W S. St, Mendon

Free “little libraries” can be found at https://littlefreelibrary.org/map/.