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2024 Adult Winter Reading Marathon
2024 Adult Winter Reading Marathon
Just like marathon runners, good readers consistently practice and challenge themselves!
Can you complete the reading marathon training program?
All ages are welcome to participate.
Reading also includes listening to an audiobook; reading a magazine or newspaper, or reading to kids!
How it works
To participate, the library will provide an official paper reading log starting Monday 2/12/2024. Stop by the Children’s, Reference, or YA desk to get one.Â
*If you don’t have time to stop by the library at the start of the program, simply record the dates you read each week (see below for more information). You can stop by at a later date and fill in the log to claim the drawing tickets.
Readers are challenged to read 4 days during each of the weeks listed below. For every week a participant reads 4 days, a librarian will give them 5 tickets to enter into the prize basket drawing (for a total of 20 tickets). Stop in weekly to claim tickets or claim them by Saturday 3/23/2024.
- Week 1 (read 4 days during this week for 5 drawing tickets!)
Sunday February 18, 2024 – Saturday February 24, 2024 - Week 2 (read 4 days during this week for 5 drawing tickets!)
Sunday February 25, 2024 – Saturday March 2, 2024 - Week 3 (read 4 days during this week for 5 drawing tickets!)
Sunday March 3, 2024 – Saturday March 9, 2024 - Week 4 (read 4 days during this week for 5 drawing tickets!)
Sunday March 10, 2024 – Saturday March 16, 2024
All ages are welcome to participate.
Reading also includes listening to an audiobook; reading a magazine or newspaper, or reading to kids!
Prize Drawing Information
- You must present the reading log on/by Saturday 3/23/2024 to claim your prize tickets and enter them into the drawing baskets.
- Participants can enter their drawing tickets into either of the two drawing baskets.
- The prize drawings will be held on Monday 3/25/2024. All winners will be contacted by email on 3/25/2024.
Prize Basket #1
Book Lover’s Bundle
This basket features a Nessie bookmark, a “Just One More Chapter” mug, a reading journal, a book nightlight, and a Hopkinton Marathon branded bag and water bottle!
Prize Basket #2
A Culinary Trip to Marathon, Greece
This basket features the Greek cookbook Sea Salt and Honey, Greek olive oil, Greek honey, Greek hand-harvested sea salt, and a Hopkinton Marathon branded bag and water bottle!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up?
Stop by the Children’s, Reference, or YA desk at the Hopkinton Public Library to get a paper log (starting 2/12/2024). If you don’t have time to stop by the library at the start of the program, simply record the dates you read each week (see below for more information). You can stop by at a later date and fill in the log to claim the drawing tickets.
FYI: When signing up, we will ask for a name and email address (so that we can contact drawing winners). We will also ask registrants to circle an age group for each reader (ages 0-5, 6-12, 13-18, 18+). This information helps the librarians better understand the demographics of who is participating.
Can I sign up online?
No. Stop by the Children’s, Reference, or YA desk at the Hopkinton Public Library. If you don’t have time to stop by the library at the start of the program, simply record the dates your child reads each week (see below for more information). You can stop by at a later date and fill in the log to claim the drawing tickets.
FYI: When signing up, we will ask for a name and email address (so that we can contact drawing winners). We will also ask registrants to circle an age group for each reader (ages 0-5, 6-12, 13-18, 18+). This information helps the librarians better understand the demographics of who is participating.
What should my child read?
Anything! Reading also includes listening to an audiobook. All ages are welcome to participate, including kids who are not yet reading because being read to always counts.
How long should I read?
Whatever is right for you. If you’re already a frequent reader, you might aim for 2 hours per day. If you’re not already reading regularly, a half an hour might be right for you. The idea is to make time in your day for reading, however that fits into your schedule.
What if my child is not yet reading?
All ages are welcome to participate, including kids who are not yet reading because being read to always counts!
Reading also includes listening to an audiobook; reading a magazine or newspaper, or reading to kids.
Is there an online version of the program?
No.
How will I know if my child is a drawing basket winner?
The Reference librarian will email winners.
Contact Us!
Use the button below to access the staff directory or call 508-497-9777