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2012 Summer Reading Program Begins Soon in Richmond Heights

The Richmond Heights Memorial Library will offer reading challenges, prizes and a variety of family friendly events throughout the summer as part of the annual program.

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A wealth of prizes and activities will be offered starting in June as part of the 's summer reading program.

A free kickoff party will happen at 1 p.m. June 9 at the library, 8001 Dale Ave., and feature a presentation from the World Bird Sanctuary titled "All About Owls."

There will be a variety of weekly events including presenters throughout the summer, and a geocaching event is being planned for Forest Park.

Registration for the reading program begins June 1 at the library, and three divisions will be offered:

GROUP THEME READING REQUIREMENT PRIZE Babies and toddlers Dream Big Read 20 books Board book 2 through fifth grade Dream Big Read up to 40 hours in five-hour increments Assorted, one for every five hours read Teens Own the Night See library for details Assorted, teen-specific


Patrons are encouraged to pick up a list of summer events or sign up for the reading program by going to the library. More information is available by calling 314-645-6202 or 314-655-3562.

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