CDL Reading Programs
Chelsea District Library rewards readers! From birth through adulthood, CDL has a reading program for everyone. Build literacy, get book recommendations, save a reading log, earn great prizes, and more. See the programs below for details and choose the program that fits your life!
Many CDL reading programs use Beanstack to record books, hours, and reviews. Click the button to jump directly to Beanstack. Prefer paper? Contact a librarian at 734-475-8732, ext. 219 or ref@chelseadistrictlibrary.org for non-digital options.
Washtenaw Reads
Jan. 3 – Feb. 28, 2022
The Washtenaw Reads program is a community initiative to promote reading and civic dialogue through the shared experience of reading and discussing a common book across Washtenaw County. This year's selection is Being Heumann by Judith Heumann with Kristin Joiner. In her candid memoir, Heumann recounts her childhood struggle for equality after becoming paralyzed from polio, and her adult fights for justice in ensuring and protecting disabled peoples' rights. Find Being Heumann in the library catalog and place a hold today.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ongoing — Join at any time.
CDL is excited for this brand new program to assist parents in reading 1,000 books before kindergarten! Participants will receive rewards along the way, including free books. Start the program any time, from birth to preschool. Click to read more about this ongoing program and sign up.
Hot Reads for Cold Nights
January 3–31, 2023.
CDL’s winter reading challenge is back—participate online or on the second floor of the library! This program is for all ages, kids through adults. Click here to register and read the rules.
Summer Reading Program
2022 Dates TBA
Read all summer long to earn prizes, tickets for the grand prize drawings, and free books! This program is open to all ages. Find more details and register here.