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    Teens invited to join summer reading program at Royersford Library

    By Alethea Lynch
    Last Updated On 7/31/2008 9:48:13 AM
     
     

    Summer library programs aren’t just for elementary ages anymore.

     

    The Royersford Free Public Library offers “Metamorphosis,” the 2008 summer reading program for teens. Ages 12 to 18 are invited to register beginning June 14 and continuing all summer long.

     

    Teens who read five books get a $5 gift card from Old Navy or WalMart, while supplies last. The first ten readers who log five books win a T-shirt. Teens should print their logs and bring them to the library. Only books read between June 14 and Aug. 16 can be counted.

     

    To register, visit www.mc-npl.org and access ROY-Metamorphosis @ Your Library. If you do not have computer access, you can register at the library.

     

    Teens can check the online sign-in page regularly for new things happening at the library. Most programs are at 2 p.m. Call to pre-register for the events.

     

    Among the activities are a book club led by teens. Pizza is served. The club will discuss the book Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr on Wednesday, June 18. The club also meets Wednesdays, July 23, and Aug. 20, with titles to be announced.

     

    On Thursdays, June 19 and July 17, interactive games for 12- and 13-year-olds are planned. Teens who bring a friend win a prize.  On Thursday, June 26, teens can get real henna tattoos.

     

    A program on healthy eating, nutrition and wellness management is planned Tuesday, Aug. 19, 6:30 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Teens who bring a friend win a prize.

     

    The library is at 200 S. Fourth Ave., Royersford. Library hours are Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call 610-948-7277 or visit the library website at www.mc-npl.org.

     

    Among the sponsors of the 2008 summer reading program at Royersford Library are the Bard Foundation, Friends of the Royersford Library, Royersford Community Chest, Royersford Moms Club, NorthPointe Community Church, Harleysville Savings Bank, Camelot Salons, National Penn Bank, Bright Beginnings Child Care Center, Phoenixville Federal Bank and Trust, Trans Logistics Inc., R&S Sweeping LLC, Quality Degree Inc., APEX Community Federal Credit Union, ReMax Achievers – Christine Hector, Robert J. Funk DDS, and Brian Walters Building Remodeling.

     
     
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    About The Author: Alethea, a resident of Spring City since 1989, worked for a local newspaper for 15 years and is well acquainted with the field of community journalism. She is a member and past-president of the Spring-Ford Rotary Club. Alethea also served on the board of directors of the Spring-Ford Chamber of Commerce from the time of the formation of the chamber in June 1990 until she left the workforce in May 2002 to be an at-home mom. Alethea is very active in her church and enjoys working with children.  You can contact this author by email at springfordonline@yahoo.com.
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