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Surprise libraries report record summer reading sign-ups; yearlong “250” program planned
Summary
Library staff reported a record turnout for summer reading — more than 5,700 registrations and thousands of readers logging extended minutes — and outlined a citywide, yearlong reading program tied to America’s 250th celebration beginning Oct. 1.
Library staff reported a record summer reading turnout at the Aug. 14 meeting of the Surprise Library Advisory Commission, saying 5,733 people registered this year and that staff reached an early milestone of 4,000 registrations in 10 days.
Library staff said the system recorded 3,121 participants who logged more than 1,000 minutes and that first-time registrations numbered about 3,001. "We reached 4,000 people in 10 days," a staff member said, adding the branches saw a completion rate above the county average.
The significance: the numbers indicate strong public engagement with…
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