By Richard Byrd Library Branch Manager Sandy Freund
Every year, the Fairfax County Public Library runs a Summer Reading Program for children up through rising twelfth grade. The purpose is to encourage children to continue reading during vacation and thus to maintain or improve their skills. Participants may sign up at any library branch or online at the library’s website beginning June 15. Readers can sign up at any time during the summer. However, they must return their completed reading log by Saturday, September 1st in order to receive a booklet with coupons from various local businesses. Although there is a limit of one booklet per child, we do encourage children to keep reading and fill out “I Kept Reading” logs.
The theme of the program for younger children is “Dream Big, Read.” Children in preschool through rising sixth grade must read 15 books or have 15 books read to them. The teen program is for rising seventh grade through rising twelfth grade. Teens must read 8 books as it is assumed that their choices will be longer and more complex.
Many students have been assigned required summer reading by their schools. These books may be counted for the library’s reading program. The libraries will have a copy of the FCPS summer reading lists for students to consult. If a school has a special reading list for their courses alone, libraries in that area usually keep a reference copy. Copies of the lists are distributed by the schools to students or are generally available on their websites. We also try to obtain reading lists from nearby private schools.
The libraries have suggested reading lists for the summer for Preschool-Grade 2, Grades 3-6, and Teens. However, participants may choose their own books, at their own reading level and reflecting their own interests. Younger children may have books read to them.
The Richard Byrd Library also has a Summer Reading Program for adults. For every 10 books read, the reader will be able to pick a free book from our ongoing book sale.
There will a number of programs for children, families and teens during the summer. The listing below for June includes one such event: “Reptiles Alive” on Thursday, June 28 at 7:00 pm.
The Friends of the Richard Byrd Library will hold their first large book sale of 2012 on Thursday, May 31, Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2, with a special “bag of books” sale on Sunday, June 3, 12-3 pm. Proceeds from the sale are used to support the library in various ways, especially children’s programming throughout the year.
Summer Used Book Sale
Need beautiful birthday, graduation, and father's day gifts on a budget? How about vacation and summer reading for the whole family? Come to the Friends of Richard Byrd Library Book Sale for everything you need to make your summer fabulous! Mark Thursday, May 31st – Sunday, June 3rd on your calendar because your favorite books – many in pristine condition – plus numerous media offerings are waiting for you! See you at Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. Your purchases will help fund valuable library programs. Credit cards accepted.
Thursday, May 31, 1pm to 3pm, Friends Members Only; 3pm to 9pm General Public
Friday, June 1, 10am to 5:30pm General Public
Saturday, June 2, 10am to 4:30pm General Public
Sunday, June 3, 12pm to 3pm – BAG SALE!!!
Calendar Items
Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7:00 pm.
Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 at 7:00 pm.
English Conversation Group. Practice and improve your English. Adults.* (v)
Wednesday, May 2, 10:30 am.
Time for Twos. Join us for a story time focusing on early literacy skills just for twos. Age 2 with adult.
Wednesday, May 9, 10:30 am
Our Colorful World! Enjoy the excitement of colors all around us in stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.
Tuesday, May 15, 2:00 pm.
Genealogy Databases. An introduction to Ancestry Library Edition. Come learn about the wealth of genealogical data available on Ancestry, including census, immigration, military, and vital records. Adults.
Tuesday, May 15, 7:00 pm.
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Wednesday, May 16, 10:30 am.
Fun with Ones. Enjoy books, songs and rhymes in a special storytime just for ones. Age 1 with adult.
Thursday, May 17, 7:00 pm.
Thursday, June 21, 7:00 pm.
Springfield Writers’ Group. Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.* (v)
Monday, May 21, 2:00 pm.
Hidden Pond Monday: Pond Life. Discover what's hiding beneath the surface of a pond. Presented by the staff of Hidden Pond Nature Center. Cosponsored by the Friends of Richard Byrd Library. Age 6-12.
Wednesday, May 23, 1:00 pm.
Wednesday, June 27, 1:00 pm.
Travel Club. Bring lunch and enjoy a lively discussion. Adults.*(v)
Thursday, May 24, 7:00 pm.
Good Vibrations Everywhere! Musician/teacher Sue Trainor presents songs, singing games and chants that you and your preschooler can enjoy together while learning early literacy skills. All ages.
Thursday, May 31, 1:00-9:00 pm.
Friday, June 1, 10:00 am-6:00 pm.
Saturday, June 2, 10:00 am-5:00 pm.
Friends of the Richard Byrd Library Book Sale. Find beautiful graduation or Father's Day gifts on a budget. Great bargains on summer reading for the whole family. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library. All ages.*(v)
Sunday, June 3, 12:00 pm-3:00 pm.
Friends of the Richard Byrd Library Bag of Books Sale. Fill a bag with book sale items and pay $5. Bags will be provided. Sale ends at 3:00 p.m. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library. (Note: Library is closed; meeting room only will be open for book sale). All ages.*(v)
Tuesday, June 19, 7:00 pm.
Classics Book Club. The Orestia by Aeschylus. Adults.*(v)
Thursday, June 28, 7:00 pm.
Reptiles Alive! See a giant python, an alligator and other awesome reptiles from around the world. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library. Age 6-12.
*=no registration. Otherwise, please register online at ww.fairfaxcounty.gov/library or call the library at 703-451-8055. Make arrangements for sign language interpreters, listening systems or real-time captioning at least 2 weeks in advance at the library.
(v)=volunteer-led