summer reading program
at chapin library
We’ve written about Chapin Library before and highlighted a few of its unique offerings. They’re worth checking out any time of year – but especially when the summer reading program at Chapin Library rolls out!
the basics
ADDRESS: 400 14th Ave N, Myrtle Beach
Mon & Wed: 9a–6p / Tues & Thur: 9a–7p / Fri: 9a–5p / Sat: 9a–3p / Sun: Closed
Key three things to know...
1. HOW TO GET STARTED + REGISTER. That info is below plus info on prizes!!!
2. STORYTIME & IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING: There are soooo many in-person opportunities. Many of these are at the library but some are off-site. We’ve got many of those rounded up below but check their calendar for all of them.
3. SUMMER READING FEST: This big family-friendly event coming is coming in July!
How to get started.
Pretty much all libraries nationwide share the same core summer reading program. This year the theme is “All Together Now”. The focus is on learning, experiencing and appreciating how much we can accomplish together!
Here is what you’ll need to get started!
REGISTRATION BEGINS: June 5
TO START: Download the Beanstack App and search for Chapin Memorial Library
CREATE AN ACCOUNT
BEGIN READING & LOGGING MINUTES: Log your reading time and audio books in the Beanstack app. Be sure to visit Chapin Library to celebrate the milestones along the way!
PRIZES: Kids will earn a badge for every 100 minutes spent reading/listening this summer. Kids can spin the PRIZE WHEEL each time they earn a badge! The ultimate goal is 12 badges which means access to the invite-only party on July 26.
summer storytime schedule
BABYTIME (4–18 months)
Tues • 9:30am • June 6 – July 18
Family Storytime (for ages 2-5)
Thurs • 11am • June 8 – July 20
Family Storytime in the Park
Wed • 10:30am • June 7–July 19 (weather permitting, 2 locations)
Savannah’s Playground: 6/14, 6/28, 7/12
McLeod Park: 6/7, 6/21, 7/5, 7/19
Family Storytime at Big Air
Wed • 9:30am • 6/14, 6/28, 7/12
Music & Movement Storytime • Fridays • 10am • June 9 – July 21
special events for school-aged children
So many fun and unique things! We’ve already put a few of these on our personal calendar… Here are just a few of the dozens of events happening this summer. Be sure to keep an eye on Chapin’s calendar for them all.
NOTE: Space is limited for many of these. Check calendar to see if registration is required.
offerings for tweens, teens & adults
TWEENS & TEENS | The calendar is full of things like STEAM Olympics, writing club, pizza & games, tie-dye experiments, and some adulting skills (mental health, self-care, nutrition & fitness).
ADULTS | Adults are challenged to earn 10 badges by July 21 to get an invite to a special Murder Mystery Dinner Party! But even if you can’t do that then you can participate in the “random acts of kindness” program, attend a cooking demo, or maybe do the Chapin Escape Room!
summer readfest 2023
This event will culminate an awesome summer of reading and fun. The family-friendly event will have dozens of vendors, food, bounce houses, a foam party, DJ and more! Mark your calendar for this one.
Sat, 7/29: 10a–2p at Crabtree Recreation Center Track (1004 Crabtree Lane)