April Reading Contest!

During the month of April 2013, coinciding with National Library Week (April 14 – 20) and National Screen Free Week (April 29 – May 5), we are hosting a Reading Contest for children of all ages. 

Starting on March 26, young readers may pick up a Reading Log in the Children’s Room. The contest begins on April 1.  Readers may record the minutes they read every day. Every time he or she comes to the Library, the reader should bring the reading log so links in a paper chain can be added for every hour read.

The contest ends on Saturday, May 4 at 12 p.m.  Participants should bring in their Reading Log for tallying.  The winner in the three reading groups (Read to Me, Early Reader, Independent Reader) will receive a gift basket. For more information, call the Children’s Room at 860-536-7721, email mnlchildren@gmail.com.

Fair Logo Contest!

To celebrate the many young graphic artists we have in the community, this year, instead of a Fair poster, we are asking kids between 12 and 18 to create a LOGO for the 2103 Library Fair!

This image will be used on all Fair posters, in our newsletter, on Facebook and anywhere else we can think of! Submissions may be made on paper (8.5 X 11 maximum size) or may be emailed to mnlchildren@gmail.com (JPG - 300dpi or PDF). Remember, the logo will be used in full-color and in black and white, so get creative! The image may include the following information, but it is not required: Mystic & Noank Library Fair, Saturday, June 1, 2013, 9:30 - 2:30, rain or shine. Your Name, Address, Telephone, Email and Age MUST be included with the submissiojn.  DEADLINE for submission is April 15, 2013. 

The winner will be announced on May 4, 2013. There IS a prize! For more information, contact Roberta Donahue (860) 536-7721 or email mnlchildren@gmail.com.