Adult Summer Reading
June 28 - August 6
If you do not have access to a computer and/or internet, register and log your reading by calling us at 908-354-6060 ext. 7203 or by visiting the Reference Desk (2nd Floor - 11 S Broad St).
Grand Prizes
Register for Summer Reading for a chance to win one of two grand prize baskets!
Winners announced at the end of the Summer Reading Program.
Weekly Reading Prizes
Log your reading by Friday each week for a chance to win a prize!
Winners announced at the end of each week from June 28 to August 6.
Weekly Craft-to-Go
Pick up a craft-to-go kit every Tuesday at the Main Branch (11 S Broad St) for a chance to win a prize!
Winners announced at the end of each week from June 28 to August 6.
Weekly Virtual Programs
Attend a program for a chance to win a prize! See our list of programs below to learn more.
Winners will be contacted after each program.
Programs & More
Book & Movie Kits
Available all summer! Visit the Reference Desk (2nd Floor - 11 S Broad St) to pick up a kit then join us for a discussion on July 29 to answer the age old question - was the book better than the movie, or vice versa?
Craft-to-Go Kits
Available every Tuesday at the Main Branch (11 S Broad St) from 12 PM to 5 PM while supplies last.
Zines for Adults
Friday, July 2 at 1 PM (Zoom)
Zines are small, DIY magazines that anyone can use to tell a story with drawings and words. We'll teach you how to make your own zine and help you tell your own story during this program!
Comics & Graphic Novels for Everyone
Thursday, July 8 at 6 PM (Zoom)
From Marvel and DC to zines to graphic novel adaptations and memoirs, there are more options than ever for any type of reader. Learn more and tell us about your favorite comics or graphic novels!
Rock & Blues with Dave Fry
Thursday, July 15 at 1 PM (Zoom)
Dave's shows feature folk, country, rock 'n roll and his joy of creating community with his audience is infectiously natural.
New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra
Wednesday, July 21 at 11 AM (Zoom)
Join conductor Miki Hatcher for an interactive live discussion and a recorded NJIO performance!
Book vs Movie Discussion
Thursday, July 29 at 1 PM (Zoom)
Have you ever seen a movie and thought the book was better? Vice versa? Let's talk about it!
Trivia Night!
Thursday, August 5 at 7:30 PM (Zoom)
Are you a trivia whiz? Try your luck for a chance to win one of three prizes!
Need help finding something to read?
Check out our reading lists or contact us at 908-354-6060 ext. 7203 for personalized help!
Don't have a library card? Visit the library or email eplreference@elizpl.org to get started!
Prize Winners!
Congratulations to our Summer Reading Prize winners! Please visit the library to claim your prize. If you have any questions, please email Hebah (hemara@elizpl.org) or Jeff (jcupo@elizpl.org).
Please note: we regret that we are unable to mail prizes - all prize winners must be able to pick up their prize at the Elizabeth Public Library. If you are homebound or unable to physically visit the library, please email us.
Craft-to-Go Winning Tickets
If you have a winning ticket, please email Hebah (hemara@elizpl.org)!
Week #1 Winning Ticket -- 432722
Week #2 Winning Ticket -- 432728
Week #3 Winning Ticket -- 432685
Week #4 Winning Ticket -- 432649
Week #5 Winning Ticket -- 432608
Week #6 Winning Ticket -- 447198