Township library holds winter reading challenge

Readers of all age can read books and win prizes with the Bloomfield Township Public Library's Winter Reading Challenge, running from December 21 through January 31.

The Winter Reading Challenge is a fun reading program designed to engage readers in all age groups to explore new ideas, books and activities.

Participants ages five and up are also invited to display their artistic talents in the library's Tiny Art Exhibition. The library invites participants to pick up a Tiny Art Kit from either the youth or adult services desk beginning December 21, while supplies last, and return the artwork and entry form no later than Saturday, January 21, to be included in the exhibition. The Tiny Art Exhibition will be featured in the library's lobby display case in February.

The library uses Beanstack, a free online service that allows readers of all ages to log their reading, earn badges, and enter prize drawings. Participants can earn badges by logging their reading, completing reading challenges, and participating in library events. Readers receive a ticket to enter the prize drawings with each badge earned.

Those interested in participating in the Winter Reading Challenge should visit btpl.org/winter to get started.