Rock Island, IL: Readers of all ages eagerly awaiting the release of the film version of "The Fault in Our Stars," by John Green, can celebrate with other fans at the Rock Island Library this summer.
The library will host a "The Fault in Our Stars" celebration at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, June 4, in the Rock Island Public Library's Community Room, 401 19th Street. The event celebrates the upcoming movie release with crafts, trivia, showings of "vlogbrothers" videos by John and Hank Green, and refreshments. Due to the book's strong crossover readership, the event is for both teens and adults.
Published in January 2012, The Fault in Our Stars debuted at the number one spot on The New York Times best seller list, and held that position for seven consecutive weeks. It also made USA Today's list of the top 10 books of 2012. The book tells the story of two teenagers, Hazel and Augustus, who meet in a cancer support group. The film leads are played by Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort.
June 2 marks the start of the library's Paws to Read Summer Reading program, which offers reading contests for children, teens and adults, education and entertainment events through Aug. 2. Other events during that week include :
Getting to Know Your iPad or Tablet: 6:30 pm, Tuesday, June 3, Main Library. The free demo for all ages covers basic features and tips and tricks for using an iPad or Android tablet. Participants are encouraged to bring their devices.
Library Independent Movie Night: 6:00 pm, Thurs., June 5, Main Library. The event includes a free movie showing, discussion and popcorn. The comedy, in Dutch, German and English, is the story of a family who suddenly reinvents themselves when Eva, their youngest and only girl, invites a German exchange student into their home. Independent movies are not rated.
Friends of the Rock Island Public Library Half-price Book Sale, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Thursday, June 5, 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th Street. Half-price sale on used books and other items to benefit Rock Island Library programs. Sale prices good at 30/31 Branch location only.
Paws to Read Summer Carnival and Pet Parade: Noon to 3:00 pm, Saturday, June 7, Main Library parking lot. Free games, bounce house, face-painting, magic, chalk art, free hot dogs and pop, hourly prize drawings, and special presentations, including the pet parade and a K-9 police dog demo by the Rock Island Police Department. The library requests that pet parade entrants pre-register. Forms are available at libraries and online. Event attendees can also sign up for summer reading and pick up a prize, while supplies last. In the event of rain, most events will move inside.
The majority of the library's children's summer education programs, including weekly reading practice with a therapy dog, children's storytimes, Lego block clubs, math club, art, and drama workshops, start in the second week of June. On Monday, June 16, the library hosts two free performances of Mad Science of Iowa Plus, and on Thursday, June 19, an appearance by Serengeti Steve, with his live "Reptile Experience" show.
For more information about Rock Island Summer Reading, visit any Rock Island Main, 30/31 or Southwest Branches, go to www.rockislandlibrary.org call 309-732-READ (7323.) A downloadable events calendar is available on the library website at the newsletters and calendars link.
Founded in 1872, the Rock Island Public Library serves the area through three locations, which include the Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches, community outreach efforts, and online opportunities that provide resources to enhance personal achievement and stimulate the imagination.
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