UNEARTH A STORY WHEN YOU JOIN OUR

2026 ADULT SUMMER READING CLUB

 Here's how the club works:

You can create and access your account through the BML website or download the free READsquared app. 

This program is designed for adults 18 years and older to help support life-long learning and enjoyment.

 Log the books you read and post reviews online starting June 1st and continue through August 8th at 11:59pm. 

Everyone who logs in a book is automatically entered into a

monthly raffle with a chance to win.

Post reviews of the books you are reading this summer to be entered to win one of our monthly raffle prizes. Everyone who writes at least 3 reviews over the summer will be entered for a chance to win a grand prize! 

If you like, your reviews can be posted anonymously on READsquared.  A good way to get suggestions for your next read! 

If you do not have access to a computer, you can register and then log books by calling Debbie Cotton at 516-785-2990 ext. 122.     

Also check "Reading Lists" and  "Missions" for more suggestions for your TBR list!

Also, please join us for the End-of-the-Summer Celebration on August 12th. Details to follow!

Visit the library and/or the Books and More page on the BML website to access books, and e-books/e-audiobooks available on Libby or Hoopla.

For any questions email dcotton@bellmorelibrary.org

 TEEN SUMMER READING CLUB: Unearth a Story!

All teens entering grades 6-12 (as of September 2026) are invited to participate in the Teen Summer Reading Club!

Join us at our Summer Kick Off Party on Saturday May 30, 11am-1pm

• Registration for the reading club begins May 30.  
• Register here: https://forms.gle/UfxgJm7ropLJbrPU8
• Or scan the QR code for the registration form:    
• Receive a sign-up prize (while supplies last)
• Every review submitted counts as an entry into the grand prize raffle drawing for Beats Solo 4 Headphones! 
• The winner will be announced during the week of August 10.
• The last day to submit a book review is August 8.
• Check out our Events Calendar to see a full list of our summer teen programs.   
• Any questions feel free to email teenzone@bellmorelibrary.org.  

Unearth a Story during the 2026 Summer Reading Club. 

Here's how the club works:

• The Summer Reading Club is open to children ages 12 and under.
• Registration opens on June 1st.
• You can access your account through the website or download the free READsquared app 
• Using this online program, track the amount of minutes you read throughout the summer.
• Each badge earned rewards you with fun prizes (while supplies last!). 
• Earn all 10 badges and you can use points to enter into our Unearth a Story Grand Prize Raffles.
• The last day to log minutes and pick up prizes is August 8th.
• Stop by the library or visit our Books & More page to access a huge selection of eBooks and audiobooks for you to read all summer long! In addition,  check out our Events Calendar to see our list of programs. 
• For questions, please email us at childrens@bellmorelibrary.org or call us at 785-2990 Ext. 4.

If your child is not yet in kindergarten, consider signing up for 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! The program is completely online. 
Follow these simple steps to participate: 

1. Registration is ongoing and is open to any child not yet in kindergarten (newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are all welcome to join).

2. Read with your child. All books count and it is okay to repeat books!

3. Use your READsquared account to record the titles you read. Your account can be accessed through a browser or on the free READsquared app.

4. For every 100 books recorded, your child will receive a special online badge and a prize from our treasure chest. 

5. When you finish reading 1,000 books, your child will receive a certificate of completion and special 1000 Books Before Kindergarten bag.

Some additional information:

• When you create an account on READsquared, you will have access to online literacy games, recommended book lists, and a list of 100 activities to do before your child starts kindergarten.
• This program is self-paced and may take a few years to complete. 1,000 is a big number! However, if you read just one book a day with your child, you will have read over 1,000 books in 3 years.