Winter Reading Program
About the 2025 Program
Get YETI to read...Return of the YETI in the Annual Winter Reading Program! Read or listen for a total of 8 hours and log your reading to earn entries into a drawing. The more you read the more chances to win!
HOW IT WORKS
- Sign up beginning January 6. Pick up a log at your branch or track your reading online through our READsquared site or the READsquared app.
- Log 8 hours of reading and/or listening to complete the program.
- Keep logging to earn more prize drawing entries for every additional 8 hours you read/listen.
- Finish by March 1st to enter the prize drawing(s).
Children (Birth-Grade 5)
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Adults (Age 18 and up)
More Information
Download READsquared User Directions (PDF)
You can sign up, log reading, and manage your account from your smart device! Simply visit your Android or iOS app store and download the free READsquared app.
Questions? Call your branch or email readsquared@baycountylibrary.org.
Each participant has a chance to win…
1st Completed Log: YETI ® brand insulated cup
Each Additional Log: $10 gift card
Drawing winners will be contacted after March 1, 2025.
Upcoming Events
April's theme is These Books Had Us Seeing "Red"!
Adults are invited to try the Bay County Library System's Book Box for Adults! You must register for each quarter's box - you are not automatically signed up for all.
Disclaimer(s)
Bay County Residents Only
This high demand special collection/program is limited exclusively to Bay County resident cardholders only.
Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
Family Storytime
Stories, rhymes, music, and movement to encourage everyone in the family to share their love of reading.
Best for children ages 6 and under with a participating caregiver.
Registration for all BCLS Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16.
Disclaimer(s)
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
Preschool Storytime
Join us with your preschooler for stories, rhymes, music, movement, and early literacy fun!
Best for ages 2-5 with a participating caregiver.
Registration for all BCLS Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16.
Disclaimer(s)
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.
Drop in to knit and crochet with others. Expert knitters on site to help those who need assistance. Supplies not provided, please bring your own project to work on.
Baby Storytime
Nurture a love of books in your baby! Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by a chance for play!
Best for children under the age of 2 with a participating caregiver.
Registration for all BCLS Spring storytimes begins on Friday, March 7, 2025. Spring storytimes will run for a six-week session, through the week of May 12-16.
Disclaimer(s)
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or online.