Adult Summer Reading 2025: Pages & Prizes
Monday, June 16 - Friday, August 22
This page is under construction. Visit back in May for summer updates!
Summer Reading this year challenges you to "Read, Renew, Repeat" at home and at the Library by protecting nature and renewing a love of learning. You can participate online through Beanstack or by visiting the library to log your books with our staff.
It's easy to participate:
- You read (or listen to audiobooks).
- You write (your name and a review).
- You enter (for prizes).
FAQ
When is Summer Reading?
Monday, June 16 - Friday, August 22
Who can participate?
All adults with a valid SAILS library card can enter the Summer Reading Challenge. Kids, teens, and babies & toddlers have their own programs!
How do I enter the drawings for bi-weekly prizes?
Log at least one book on Beanstack or by dropping off a Reading Log at the library before an upcoming bi-weekly prize drawing to be automatically eligible for that gift card (listed below). Reading Logs can be downloaded here or picked up at the library. Participants can only win one bi-weekly prize.
How do I enter the Grand Prize Drawing for the Kindle Fire?
Log at least one book on Beanstack before the drawing on Friday, August 22nd. All readers will be eligible for the Grand Prize, whether you have won a bi-weekly drawing or not.
Prizes
Throughout the summer, we will have bi-weekly prize drawings; to be eligible for a bi-weekly drawing, participants must log at least one book via Beanstack or at the Library in the 2 week period. All prizes must be picked up at the Library.
June 30th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to A Fork in the Road
July 14th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to Gunther Tooties
July 28th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to That Blooming Place
August 11th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to Dairy Twist
Grand Prize Drawing (August 22nd): Kindle Fire
Participants are limited to one (1) bi-weekly prize. All participants, regardless of any other prizes won, will be eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing.
July 14th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to Gunther Tooties
July 28th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to That Blooming Place
August 11th Drawing: $25 Gift Certificate to Dairy Twist
Grand Prize Drawing (August 22nd): Kindle Fire
Participants are limited to one (1) bi-weekly prize. All participants, regardless of any other prizes won, will be eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing.
All biweekly prizes are sponsored by the generous support of the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library.
Events
Mocktails, Volvas, Vikings, and Gods Oh My!
Wednesday, June 11th at 6:00 p.m.
Let's debunk a few myths and discover new facts about this fascinating culture while we make three mocktails with Sassy Lady Cocktails. We'll go back in time to join a village who is about to celebrate a Blott sacrifice to appease the gods! Please dress up and play along... Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Wednesday, June 11th at 6:00 p.m.
Let's debunk a few myths and discover new facts about this fascinating culture while we make three mocktails with Sassy Lady Cocktails. We'll go back in time to join a village who is about to celebrate a Blott sacrifice to appease the gods! Please dress up and play along... Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Larchmont Remembered
Tuesday, June 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Come hear Daniel F Harrigton give a live presentation about the sinking of the steamship Larchmont in 1907, a maritime tragedy that took place off the coast of Block Island, RI in February of 1907. The fascinating presentation covers the story of the ship, its crew and passengers, as well as accounts of survival, panic, murder and miracles with digitally restored photos, engaging graphics, live music, and eyewitness accounts.
Tuesday, June 17th at 6:00 p.m.
Come hear Daniel F Harrigton give a live presentation about the sinking of the steamship Larchmont in 1907, a maritime tragedy that took place off the coast of Block Island, RI in February of 1907. The fascinating presentation covers the story of the ship, its crew and passengers, as well as accounts of survival, panic, murder and miracles with digitally restored photos, engaging graphics, live music, and eyewitness accounts.
Flower Arranging
Tuesday, July 15th at 6:30 p.m.
Join local artisan, Sarah Desantes from Barn Again in creating a beautiful summer floral arrangement. Sarah will teach you the basics of floral arranging using fresh cut greens and locally bought blooms. You will find inexpensive ways to always have a fresh flower arrangement in your home and how to keep your arrangement long lasting. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Tuesday, July 15th at 6:30 p.m.
Join local artisan, Sarah Desantes from Barn Again in creating a beautiful summer floral arrangement. Sarah will teach you the basics of floral arranging using fresh cut greens and locally bought blooms. You will find inexpensive ways to always have a fresh flower arrangement in your home and how to keep your arrangement long lasting. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Professional Head-Shot Mini Sessions
Tuesday, July 22nd at 5:30 p.m.
Join Drew Lederman for a free mini photo session to help you elevate your personal brand. Each session is 10 minutes long, and the resulting photograph will be digitally touched up before a copy is emailed to you. Whatever your reasons for getting one, these sessions offer a quick way for you to capture a polished and professional image. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Tuesday, July 22nd at 5:30 p.m.
Join Drew Lederman for a free mini photo session to help you elevate your personal brand. Each session is 10 minutes long, and the resulting photograph will be digitally touched up before a copy is emailed to you. Whatever your reasons for getting one, these sessions offer a quick way for you to capture a polished and professional image. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Reiki at the Library
Thursday, August 7th at 6:00 p.m.
Join Brittany O’Leary, Reiki Master for a community Reiki event where you can slow down, breathe, and give yourself a little time to just be. Come relax, reset, and soak up some well-deserved self-care. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Thursday, August 7th at 6:00 p.m.
Join Brittany O’Leary, Reiki Master for a community Reiki event where you can slow down, breathe, and give yourself a little time to just be. Come relax, reset, and soak up some well-deserved self-care. Space is limited. Please sign up in advance by clicking/tapping this link.
Monday Movie Matinee Special Showings
Mondays at 1:30 p.m.
Mondays at 1:30 p.m.
- June 16th - Miracle (2004): When college coach Herb Brooks is hired to helm the 1980 U.S. men's Olympic hockey team, he assembles a team of hot-headed college all-stars, who are humiliated in an early match, Brooks and his squad, try to overcome insurmountable odds, and take home the gold against the heavily-favored Soviet team. Starring: Kurt Russell, Patricia Clarkson, and Nathan West. 135 minutes. Rated: PG
- June 30th - Creed: Adonis Johnson, son of boxing champion Apollo Creed, seeks out Rocky Balboa to be his boxing trainer. Rocky sees much of Apollo in Adonis, and agrees to mentor him, even as he battles an opponent deadlier than any in the ring. Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, and Tessa Thompson. 133 minutes. Rated: PG-13
- July 7th - The Kings of Summer: Frustrated with their overbearing and dysfunctional parents, three teenagers carry out a plan to leave their families behind to build a house in the woods and live off the land, taking their destiny into their own hands. Starring: Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso, and Moises Arias. 95 minutes. Rated: R.
- July 21st - Clue: Six blackmail victims are invited to an isolated mansion by a man who knows a dark secret from each of their pasts. On arrival, each is given a pseudonym and a weapon. When the lights are switched off and the blackmailer is killed, can the guests uncover the murderer before they all become victims? Starring: Eileen Brennan, Tim Curry, and Madeline Kahn. 94 minutes. Rated: PG.
- August 4th - Hidden Figures: Three brilliant African-American women at NASA serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit but they face opposition from their peers and bosses alike. Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe. 127 minutes. Rated: PG.
- August 18th - Forrest Gump: Despite being born with a curved spine and low intelligence, Forrest Gump defies the odds and takes himself through the decades, inspiring people with his optimism and achieving great things, as he winds up in major moments of history. Starring: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and Gary Sinise. 142 minutes. Rated: PG-13
The Massachusetts Statewide Summer Library Program is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and your local library.
