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Thursday, May 29th - Thursday, July 24th

COLOR OUR WORLD

COLOREA NUESTRO MUNDO

Dive into a world of creativity, imagination, and discovery with our Color Our World Summer Reading program! Earn prizes, explore new stories, and let your imagination run wild with art-themed activities and colorful book challenges. ​This summer is all about brightening your world - one page at a time.

Patrons of all ages will enjoy reading or listening to books (any kind you want!) all summer long through one of our three reading programs, all while winning some fabulous prizes!  There's something for EVERYONE to enjoy at NMPL's Summer Reading Program!

How To Sign Up

Once the reading program begins in the summer, participants can sign up via the FREE Beanstack app.  Be sure you've got the Beanstack app downloaded on your phone beforehand, so you'll be ready to go!  
  • If You Are Signing Up On Your Smart Device: Download the Beanstack Tracker app from your app store. Simply search for North Manchester Public Library then follow the sign in steps to begin! You can sign up yourself or your family members. Once Summer Reading starts, the NMPL Summer Reading program will appear on your app home page.
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  • If You Are Signing Up On Your Desktop: On May 29th, visit the NMPL Beanstack Website and simply follow the sign in steps to begin! You can sign up yourself or your family members. Once Summer Reading starts, the NMPL Summer Reading program will appear on your app home page​

Teen Summer Reading FAQ

Q. What ages are able to participate? 
A. Ages 12 – 18 are able to participate in the Teen program.

Q. Can I read books that aren’t in the library?  Can I participate without a library card?
A. Absolutely!

Q. Can I count hours I spend reading to my siblings?
A. Yes!

Q. What do the badges do? 
A. Badges are virtual rewards that readers earn in Beanstack - it's just a fun way to keep motivated on your reading journey! 

Q. Can I go through Summer Reading multiple times? 
A. Yes! On Beanstack readers will continue to earn badges and grand prize tickets for each hour read.  The more reading you read... the more tickets you earn!

Q. We want to use Beanstack but we don't have smart devices or laptops. What do we do?
A. No problem! Stop by one of the Beanstack stations at the check out desks and use the library tech to create an account, log your minutes, or apply your grand prize tickets!

Q. What’s the last day for getting prizes?
A. The final day of Summer Reading (July 24th) is the last day to collect prizes.

SECTION PRIZES

As readers complete each section of the reading program, they'll be rewarded with some truly fantastic prizes!

Section 1 - 10% Off NMPL Merch

Section 2 - Color Our World Lunch Cooler

​Section 3 - $20 Gift Card to Area Businesses

10% off any single piece of merch from the NMPL store - order online or at the front desk!
Keep your lunch insulated while showing of your library love - win win!
Mr. Daves, Rio Nail Salon, Keela's Coffee, Manchester Marketplace, or Neighborhood Fresh!
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GRAND PRIZE PACKAGES

As you read, you'll earn tickets to put towards winning one of our AMAZING Grand Prize packages!

THE HOBBY-IST BUNDLE

Diamond Painting Coasters Kit & The Woobles - Learn to Crochet Kit (Sushi)
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COLOR YOUR WORLD BUNDLE

Simple Art Bold-Easy Coloring Book, 365 Days of Drawing by Lorna Scobie, Pandafly Art Supplies Miro-Line Pens, Farber-Castell Sketching Pencils, Soucolor 72 Colored Pencils Set, & Duo Tip 32 Color Markers Set
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MINIATURE CREATOR BUNDLE

Plastic Golden Wheat Bakery Kit & Wooden The Muse Bookshop Kit
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WOOD BURNING DESIGN STUDIO KIT

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Book Lovers Bundle (3 Options)

Includes a FREE non-resident NMPL library card ($110 value!) & a variety of books.
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TOP READER PRIZES

Our top adult, child, and teen readers will each win an aluminum 28oz drink tumbler from Mango Languages!  
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WHAT OUR PATRONS ARE SAYING
​"Fantastic programming for all ages, staff that remember patrons' names and interests, a wide range of books, movies, music, and periodicals. The NMPL is definitely at the heart of the community."

​"Amazing resource for this small community! The mobile hot spots you can check out make those long summer drives great for everyone's high tech gadgets!"

"It is unusual for a town of our size to have a library of this caliber! The children's department is second to NONE! Couldn't be more proud!"

"I love that kids are allowed to be kids in their section of the library! Fun memories = children who will love books forever, Keep up the awesome work!"

"One of the best small town libraries in the country."

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  • ABOUT
    • HOURS & LOCATION
    • HOW TO GET A LIBRARY CARD
    • BLOG
    • BOARD OF TRUSTEES
    • COLLECTIONS >
      • COLLECTIONS
      • MAKE A MATERIAL REQUEST
      • EQUIPMENT
      • HOMESCHOOL RESOURCE CENTER
      • MAKERSPACE-2-GO
      • MOBILE HOTSPOTS
      • SENSORY KITS
    • EMPLOYMENT
    • HISTORY
    • LONG RANGE PLAN
    • POLICIES
    • STAFF
  • CATALOG
  • PROGRAMS
    • CALENDAR & PROGRAMMING
    • KIDS >
      • WELCOME TO THE CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT
      • KID'S PROGRAMMING
      • SUMMER READING
    • TEENS >
      • TEEN PROGRAMS
      • SUMMER READING
    • ADULTS >
      • ADULT PROGRAMS
      • SUMMER READING
    • WINTER READING PROGRAM
    • NEWSLETTER
    • TEXT ALERTS
  • SERVICES
    • ANNUAL PASSES
    • BLOCHER COMMUNITY ROOM
    • THE COMMUNITY PANTRY
    • COMPUTER LAB & 3D PRINTER
    • CURBSIDE PICK UP
    • E-LIBRARIES
    • FLAT PLAYGROUND
    • GENEALOGY SERVICES
    • HOME BASED SERVICES
    • INDIANA STATE LIBRARY COLLECTIONS & SERVICES
    • INSPIRE
    • LITTLE FREE LIBRARY
    • MAKERSPACE
    • MANGO LANGUAGES
    • MEETING ROOMS
    • MOBILE PRINTING
    • SEED LIBRARY
    • TOWER GARDEN
  • SUPPORT
    • FRIENDS OF NMPL >
      • ABOUT FRIENDS OFTHE LIBRARY
      • BECOME A FOL MEMBER
      • FOL BOOK SALE
      • SUPPORT FOL FOR FREE!
    • SUPPORT
    • BECOME A NMPL SPONSOR
    • SUMMER READING SPONSORS
    • WINTER READING SPONSORS
  • SHOP
  • CONTACT