Read, discover new programs, and win prizes December 1 through February 29
Medford, Oregon (November 8, 2019) — Jackson County Library Services (JCLS) invites people of all ages to participate in the Winter Reads program, which will take place Saturday, December 1 through Saturday, February 29 at all fifteen JCLS branch libraries. This fun program encourages the community to read and discover new library programs and services, with a prize drawing for completed entries.
“Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a book,” said Kari May, JCLS Director. “Reading not only improves thinking skills and concentration, it also has a positive effect on empathy and emotional intelligence. Even though it’s a solitary activity, it brings us together.”
Participants can pick up a Winter Reads reading log or bingo form at any JCLS library and earn bingo squares by completing reading challenges, such as reading a book recommended by a friend, set in Oregon, or based on a true story. Attending a library program, writing a book review, or listening to an audiobook will also earn bingo squares. Young children can participate by listening to books. Participants who complete five squares in a row, column, or on a diagonal can return their form to be entered in a drawing for prizes. Participants may also read five books of their choice and complete a reading log to be entered into the drawing.
For additional information, please call 541-774-6423 or visit jcls.org/programs/winterreads.
About Jackson County Library Services: The mission of the Jackson County Library District is to connect everyone to information, ideas and each other. With 15 branches throughout the county, community meeting rooms, programs, outreach to homebound residents and to childcare centers, computer classes, free internet access, 24-hour online resources, and a staff of experts, library services touch nearly every Jackson County resident. For more information about library services and locations, visit jcls.org.