Maricopa County's summer reading program is in full swing, inspiring Peoria's youth to experience a real sense of adventure within the pages of their favorite books. Residents young and old are invited to participate in an interactive community event that combines the joy of reading with the allure of prizes.
Users are encouraged to visit select businesses within Peoria to collect secret codes, which are entries that unlock badges and points that bring participants closer to rewards. Official City of Peoria news releaseEnthusiastic participants can instantly win special prizes by simply whispering “read me the news” to a librarian at either Peoria Public Library.
With a list of community partners that also includes restaurants like Culver's and Raising Cane's, as well as local favorites like TheatreWorks and the Rio Vista Community Center, the program is designed to encourage reading and foster community engagement. To win these prizes, participants must enter a secret code collected in their account on MaricopaCountyReads.org. City announcement. Part of a grander program involving 65 libraries throughout Maricopa County, participants will enjoy fun and challenging activities leading up to the climax on August 1st.
