What you're reading

Summer Reading Program started last Tuesday, and we've already had quite a few entries into our weekly drawing. Here's what you have been reading!:

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares- Marisa (Downtown Library) - "A wonderful book to share with a daughter or by yourself! I loved the storyline so much I'm moving on to the second book in the series!"

Rhett Butler's People by Donald McCaig- Katie (Downtown Library) - "It was great to hear the Gone with the Wind story all over again from Rhett's perspective."
The Quiet Girl by Per Hoeg - Victoria (Hamilton) - Appreciated the author's "superbly drawn characters."

I Wish I Had a Red Dress by Pearl Cleage - Lorraine (Basha) - "Pearl Cleage is a brilliant author and this book is no exception. This book is about a female widower living in a small town who needs to break out of her shell. Pearle has a very good way of bringing you right into the world with the characters, making you feel like you know them personally."

Leadership and Self-Deception - Lisa (Downtown) - "Wonderful insights to help readers discover how they feel about and treat others around them. Amazing ideas to help empower families and other organizations. Loved the book and now want to purchase it for my own library!"

Playing for Pizza by John Grisham - Janet (Downtown) - "Although I have only watched football in passing, I knew the basics. I could somewhat understand the games. An interesting look into the sport and food loving male pyshe. Nice , easy read."

Reading... It's a Family Affair!

Can you believe it's summer again? One of the best things about summer is the opportunity to enjoy a slower pace of life and indulge in activities you may not be able to during the rest of the year. This includes reading! We encourage you and your family to participate in our summer reading programs. Challenge yourself to read something new or to read more than you have in summers past. While you're entertaining and educating yourself you are setting a good example for the children and teens in your life and you just may win a prize!

It's As Easy As 1, 2, 3!
1. Read a book, listen to an audiobook, read a magazine or journal, or read a book aloud to a child, a significant other or even a pet.
2. Complete a slip with name, phone number and title for each item read, or fill out an entry form online.
3. Drop slip in entry box for a chance to win prizes at the end of the program.

Slips can be picked up at and returned to all four Chandler branches. The prizes are gift cards to fabulous restaurants and stores.
We also have programs for children and teens, so this summer make reading a family affair!