READ REUSE REPEAT Summer Reading Program is June 1st to July 31st.
Read Books and complete activities to earn prizes.
SCPL Summer Reading Page
Sign Up Online With Beanstack
Beanstack Instructions
Preventing the Summer Slide
Tuesday, July 2 (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM) Location: Aptos Room: The Betty Leonard Community Room
Come and play chess, one of the world’s oldest and most popular games, against other kids! One-hour meetings include 15 minutes of instruction by chess master Dana Mackenzie. For ages 6-18. We welcome all skill levels, but encourage beginners to at least learn the basic rules (how the pieces move) before coming the first time.
Note to parents: Chess is a great way for kids to build sportsmanship, concentration, and reasoning skills, while having a lot of fun!
Wednesday, July 3 (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) Location: Scotts Valley Room: Study Room A
Scotts Valley library is offering a new program for tweens to relax, hang with friends and play games! We're offering a variety of video, card and board games as well as snacks every Wednesday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends!
Snacks courtesy of the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library.
Wednesday, July 3 (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Location: Aptos Room: The Betty Leonard Community Room
3:00 to 5:00
Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu.
Space is limited to 20 on a first-come basis.
No advance registration.
Ages 8 to 18
This program was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
Friday, July 5 (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM) Location: Felton Room: Felton Community Room
Use your imagination and build anything you can dream! Lego and Duplo blocks will be available for children and youth to tinker with, build, explore, and creatively play!
No registration necessary.
Saturday, July 6 (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Location: Aptos Room: The Betty Leonard Community Room
The tournament follows a competitive yet friendly format, allowing players to test their skills against other players of similar age and experience levels. Participants will play three rounds, with each round consisting of a single chess game. The tournament will have different categories or age groups to ensure fair competition and a suitable level of challenge for each player.
Chess Master Dana Mackenzie, tournament official
Refreshments witll be available.
Ages 6 to 18
Schedule:
12:00-12:30: Sign in
1:00: First Round
2:00: Second Round
3:00: Third Round
4:00: Award Ceremony