Starting Starting May 20th May 20th, register babies through adults online at , register babies through adults online at hallcountylibrary.beanstack.org hallcountylibrary.beanstack.org, , on the the Beanstack Tracker Beanstack Tracker app on your app your device or in person at your local branch. device or in person at your local branch. Then you can l Then you can og your reading og your reading and activities, and activities, to earn online badges and fun prizes! to earn online badges and fun prizes!
Awesome Programs!
Awesome Programs!
Check Check out our online calendar for details about live f out our online calendar for details about live family amily performances, programs and events ranging from performances, programs and events ranging from storytimes and STEM programs to free lunches for kids storytimes and STEM programs to free lunches for kids all summer long! all summer long!
Amazing Performers Amazing Performers
From animals to puppets to magic, From animals to puppets to magic, we have performers in June and July we have performers in June and July that are sure to entertain your family! that are sure to entertain your family!
Great
P
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Great Prizes!
R Read books and complete activities with the ead books and complete activities with the library this summer and earn terrific rewards! library this summer and earn terrific rewards!
Choose from tasty local treats, pop-its, Choose from tasty local treats, pop-its, art kits, great gift certificates and more! art kits, great gift certificates and more!
Registration Registration for Summer Reading is open for Summer Reading is open May 20 - August 1 May 20 - August 1
Register from home using the link to Beanstack on our Register from home using the link to Beanstack on our website website or via the Beanstack Tracker app for or via the Beanstack Tracker app for Apple Apple or or Android Android. . You can also register in persona at any Hall County Library Branch! You can also register in persona at any Hall County Library Branch!
If you’ve already created a Beanstack account for a previous
If you’ve already created a Beanstack account for a previous reading program with HCLS, please use your existing account. reading program with HCLS, please use your existing account. Reset your password if you do not remember it. Reset your password if you do not remember it.
If you’re new to Beanstack, select “Register an Individu
If you’re new to Beanstack, select “Register an Individu and follow the prompts to set up your accou and follow the prompts to set up your accou In order to earn prizes, please make sure when you In order to earn prizes, please make sure when you indicate you’re reading with the Hall County Library Sy indicate you’re reading with the Hall County Library Sy as an “Independent Reader.” as an “Independent Reader. ”
Parents and caregivers will first create their own Parents and caregivers will first create their own then create and manage reading accounts for their then create and manage reading accounts for their other family members by following the prompts on other family members by following the prompts on East Hall and South Hall/DVA Middle School studen East Hall and South Hall/DVA Middle School studen their HallCo Beanstack account to the Hall Count their HallCo Beanstack account to the Hall Count Beanstack and participate in both program Beanstack and participate in both program
Adults reading on their own should register themselves a Adults reading on their own should register themselves a
Starting Starting May 20 May 20, begin recording your reading and activities: , begin recording your reading and activities:
Log into your Beanstack account through
Log into your Beanstack account through hallcountylibrary.beanstack.org hallcountylibrary.beanstack.org. .
In the upper left, select Log Reading and Activities.
In the upper left, select Log Reading and Activities.
Select the correct participant from the menu. Select the correct participant from the menu.
Choose the appropriate log type for their age.
Choose the appropriate log type for their age.
Babies through preschoolers will log the BOOKS BOOKS they read. they read.
Babies through preschoolers will log the
Earn 10 points for each picture book read.
Earn 10 points for each picture book read.
Read a book as many times as you like!
Read a book as many times as you like!
You still receive points if you log the same book multiple times.
You still receive points if you log the same book multiple times.
Elementary school children through adults will log the
Elementary school children through adults will log the MINUTES MINUTES they read. they read.
Enter the amount of time spent reading.
Enter the amount of time spent reading.
Earn one point for every minute read!
Earn one point for every minute read!
ALL AGES ALL AGES can earn points and badges for completing can earn points and badges for completing activity challenges and using library services.
activity challenges and using library services.
Click “Log Activities, ” record the items you’ve completed
Click “Log Activities,” record the items you’ve completed
Click “Close” to return to the home screen.
Click “Close” to return to the home screen.
To view all your badges, points etc, use the tabs at the top of the pages.
To view all your badges, points etc, use the tabs at the top of the pages.
Beanstack will remind you to visit the library when you earn prizes.
Prizes may be claimed at the library between June 1 and August 1, while supplies last.
Beanstack will remind you to visit the library when you earn prizes. Prizes may be claimed at the library between June 1 and August 1, while supplies last.
B A B I E S , C H I L D R E N A N D T E E N S
B A B I E S , C H I L D R E N A N D T E E N S
Earn a prize at 100, 250 and 500 Points! Earn a prize at 100, 250 and 500 Points!
At registration, all preschool and elementary participants receive a BOGO certificate to At registration, all preschool and elementary participants receive a BOGO certificate to INK: Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and the opportunity to adopt their very own dino! INK: Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and the opportunity to adopt their very own dino!
When When participants in the Preschool, Elementary, and Teen programs participants in the Preschool, Elementary, and Teen programs
earn 100, 250 and 500 points, come in and select a cool prize earn 100, 250 and 500 points, come in and select a cool prize each time from our prize menu from June 1 through August 1. each time from our prize menu from June 1 through August 1.
BABIES & PRESCHOOLERS:
Choose from a shaky egg, storytime scarf, sunglasses, rubber duckie or dino, bubbles or coupons from local restaurants.
ELEMENTARY STUDENTS:
Choose from pop-its, a dinosaur building kit, dino paint kit, kayak experience, cool stickers or coupons from local restaurants.
MIDDLE & HIGH STUDENTS:
choose from funky stickers, silly straws, flavored lip balm, silly socks, cute pens, pop-its, a kayak experience or coupons from local restaurants. 500 points is the HCLS goal for the summer! 500 points is the HCLS goal for the summer! Stay tuned for our announcement about Stay tuned for our announcement about Grand Prizes for 2026!!! Grand Prizes for 2026!!!
Starting May 20, sign up use your Starting May 20, sign up use your existing existing Beanstack Beanstack account if you account if you have participated in previous have participated in previous
Summer Reading Programs with Summer Reading Programs with
Hall County Library, or follow the Hall County Library, or follow the directions above to create your own! directions above to create your own!
Earn points by tracking your minutes read, Earn points by tracking your minutes read, one point per minute, and by completing activities on Beanstack. one point per minute, and by completing activities on Beanstack.
Adults receive a grand prize online raffle ticket for every 120 points Adults receive a grand prize online raffle ticket for every 120 points earned, up to ten for the summer, that can be redeemed for a chance to earned, up to ten for the summer, that can be redeemed for a chance to win a variety of great prizes! win a variety of great prizes!
Use your online raffle tickets by August 1 and enter to win big prizes!
Use your online raffle tickets by August 1 and enter to win big prizes!
Adults could win: Atlanta Botanical Garden Passes, a Picnic Package
Adults could win: Atlanta Botanical Garden Passes, a Picnic Package for up to 10 people from Picnic and Petals, for up to 10 people from Picnic and Petals,
6 month gym membership at The Beast Sport Center, Hive Body Art 6 month gym membership at The Beast Sport Center, Hive Body Art Gift Certificate, Restaurant Gift Card, Gift Certificate, Restaurant Gift Card, one of 5 Book Lover’s Baskets, and more! one of 5 Book Lover’s Baskets, and more!
HALL COUNTY SCHOOL NUTRITION HALL COUNTY SCHOOL NUTRITION
SUMMER MEALS
MEALS AT NO COST TO CHILDREN UNDER 18
From June 1 - July 31
Blackshear Place Library Wednesdays at 11:00
Gainesville Library Thursdays at 12:00
Murrayville Library EVERY Weekday at 11:0 at Lanier Elementary through 7/17.
n Friday 7/24 & 31 at 11:00 at the librar
Additional Resources for Summer Meals:
Visit our website for additional Hall County School Nutrition meal sites, dates, and serving times at foodservices.hallco.org/web
Use the free, web-based Meal Site Finder via USDA Meals for Kids at www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids
Text FOODGA to 97779
Call the National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY
Go to www.foodfinderga.org
Check out the calendar at hallcountylibrary.org for a full listing of all our programs! Meals must be eaten on-site, child(ren) must be present to receive meals.
THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER.
THE FRIENDS
OF THE HALL THE FRIENDS OF THE HALL COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
As a vital partner to the library, the Friends of the Library is a volunteer organization comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to supporting and enhancing library services, believing in their transformative power for all. By joining the Friends of the Library, you become part of a community that makes a real difference. You can gain valuable experience in areas like event planning, fundraising, and community outreach while advocating for increased library funding to ensure access to information for everyone. Volunteer with us, attend exciting events, and support a cause you believe in. The Friends of the Library is where book lovers connect and make a difference.
Making a Difference a Difference
How the Friends actively made a difference for the Hall County community in past years.
Invested in our Library Staff: We provide scholarships to staff members pursuing professional development, ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable team for our community. Supported Early Literacy: We help over 3,000 children avoid the summer reading slide through engaging summer reading programs. Advocated for Libraries: We lobbied for state grant funds for the future East Hall Library Branch and for technology upgrades in all branches, ensuring everyone has access to upto-date resources.
Enhanced Library Facilities: We funded the purchase of special furniture for the Blackshear Place Branch Library construction project, creating a welcoming space for all.
Special Card Making Craft: Wednesday, June 10, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
S.A.R. Presents: The Flags They Flew: Thursday, June 18, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
*Toastable Travels: Choose Your Own Adventu Thursday, July 16, 6:00 p m - 7:00 p m
The Legend of Bigfoot: Thursday, July 30, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
*: Registration Required: Space is limited. Please register on the calendar at hallcountylibrary.org
SUMMER PERFORMANCES
Experience performers of epic proportions!
Mondays
10:30 a.m. Spout Springs
1:30 p.m. Gainesville 6:00 p.m. Gainesville
MON JUNE 8 &
TUES JUNE 9
Mahealani’s PolynesianDance
Through interactive dancing, rhythm and storytelling, discover Māori culture like you've never seen it before!
DR. DINO
MON JUNE 15 & TUES JUNE 16
with MR. NICO
You’ll rock through the ages while rocking to the beat in this toe-tapping, puppet-filled musical revue that educates as it entertains. Learn about differences between Carnivores and Herbivores all without being eaten!
MON JUNE 29 & TUES JUNE 30
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Murrayville 1:30 p.m. Blackshear Plac 4:30 p.m. North Hall Tech Ce
MON JULY 13 & TUES JULY 14
Dinosaurs
Meet birds, reptiles and maybe even a few mammals in this entertaining and educational program that explores the dino-relatives living among us!
MON JULY 20 & TUES JULY 21
Children will dig the comedy, magic and puppetry from Mr. Keith as he entertains with dino-mite magic show all about paleontology and archeology!
Step back 65 million years and experience the most realistic, interactive dinosaur encounter available! Big Idea Dinosaur Adventures brings the prehistoric world directly to you with animatronic dinosaurs, hands-on paleontology activities, and educational adventures that will leave kids (and adults!) absolutely mesmerized. Wildlife Wonders presents
MES | CRAFTS | MO
ORTH HALL TECH
esday, May 27 3:30-5
SPOUT SPRINGS
sday, May 28 5:30-7:00
torytime’s never been tastier!
We Don’T Eat Storytime featuring a live appearance by Penelope Rex! Thursday, June 4 Gainesville 11:00 AM Friday, June 5
GAINESVILLE day, May 30 10:00-11:30 , June 1 ll Tech 11:00 AM y, June 2 ar Place 10:15 AM day, June 3 lle 10:15 AM
Spout Springs 10:15 AM Saturday, June 6 Gainesville 11:00 AM
FORALL AGES
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JUNE 5 11:00 - 2:00 JUNE 5 11:00 - 2:00 AT THE LANIER CANOE & KAYAK CLUB AT THE LANIER CANOE & KAYAK CLUB 3105 CLARKS BRIDGE ROAD | GAINESVILLE 3105 CLARKS BRIDGE ROAD | GAINESVILLE
Come out and celebrate summer and Lake Lanier with an awesome community party!