Color Our World @ Fluvanna Library

2025 Summer Reading Program

Reading Program & registration for workshops begins Monday, May 5.  READING LOGS ALL DUE BY Saturday, August 16.

PROGRAM FLYER      NATURE PROGRAM FLYER      TEEN/ADULT FLYER

AGE GROUP PRIZES      GRAND PRIZES

Kids  /  Tweens
Kids (ages infants – 8) 15 minutes/Tweens (ages 9-12 or reading J books) 30 minutes 1 dot/ time increment - 10 dots = FREE book or a spin of the prize wheel (Up to 10x) & a chance to win!

Teen
Teen - (ages 13-18 or reading YA books) – Mark off 1 spot for every hour you read.  Complete 5 dots and win a prize (Up to 10x) & a chance to win BIG!

Super Reader Program
(All ages after you complete your age group) – 30 minute increments - Mark off 1 dot for every time increment you read. Complete 10 dots for a chance to win Amazon gift cards (Top prize $100). Do as many as you can before the deadline.

Adult
1 entry for every book you read or listen to.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Fluvanna Library.

June is ... Audiobook Month!  

It's a time to celebrate and appreciate the joy of listening to stories through audiobooks. This month-long event, established by the Audio Publishers Association, aims to highlight the accessibility, popularity, and impact of audiobooks.

It's a chance to rediscover the pleasure of storytelling and enjoy the convenience of listening while engaging in other activities.

Why celebrate Audiobook Month?

Accessibility:
Audiobooks are a fantastic way to enjoy books for people with visual impairments, those who have difficulty holding a physical book, or those who prefer to listen rather than read.
Convenience:
You can listen to audiobooks while commuting, doing chores, or relaxing at home, making it easy to fit reading into a busy schedule.
Learning and Discovery:
Audiobooks offer opportunities to learn new languages, explore different cultures, and discover new worlds.
Mental Health Benefits:
Listening to audiobooks can have a positive impact on mental wellness by reducing stress and promoting relaxation.

How can you celebrate Audiobook Month?

*Explore your library's audiobook collection:  Many libraries offer a wide selection of audiobooks for free.

*Listen to audiobooks with your children:  Audiobooks are a great way to bond with your children and encourage a love of reading.

*Participate in Audiobook Month activities:  Many libraries and organizations host events and promotions to celebrate Audiobook Month.

*Share your love of audiobooks:  Encourage others to explore the world of audiobooks and share your favorite titles. 

**These summer events are brought to you by the Friends of the Fluvanna Library**

Kanopy is now accessible to all FCPL patrons-- even kids!

What is Kanopy?
Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and Kid favorites. You can stream on any of your favorite devices; via mobile/tablet apps for iPhone and Android, on your Desktop, and SmartTV apps like Roku, Apple TV, and Fire Stick.

Set up a free account with a FCPL card to enjoy streaming movies. Patrons will have 25 tickets per month for main content. Kid’s content will not count towards the 25 tickets! Don’t have a library card yet, sign-up today. It’s all FREE!

Get started at https://fluvanna.kanopy.com/

Select the “Add Library Card” button on the lower left –
Enter your library card credentials –
Create an account using your preferred email –
Begin streaming!  It’s Accessible on Multiple Devices!

Download the Kanopy app to your device(s)
Accessible from the FCPL homepage
Libby users: scroll the main library page & click on “Kanopy” to go to Kanopy App.

General Info:
Internet connection is required to view content and cannot be downloaded to a device.

-Kanopy Support Site

-On Mobile App: click on the “More” menu at the bottom of the page and then click on the “Help” option;

-Web Browser: click on “your name” and then click on “Support” in the menu option.

Message From Kanopy – Patrons might see that their access is “Expired” whenever their authentication session has timed out. In order to thread the needle between security and accessibility, Kanopy authentication sessions last 90 days. Following that 90-day period, patrons will need to renew their memberships by clicking on the orange “Reactivate” link for your institution.

Kanopy Help: Tickets

Kanopy Kids FAQs:

What devices can be used to access Kanopy Kids?
Patrons can access Kanopy Kids on their computer, TV, or mobile device.
~Kanopy Help: Supported mobile and TV apps

Are there parental controls?
Yes. With parental controls enabled, patrons will need to enter their PIN to exit the Kanopy Kids collection.
Parental control PINS can be created and edited anytime directly in Kanopy Kids.
~Kanopy Help: Steps to set up parental controls.

Cast Your Vote for the Library of Virginia’s Annual People's Choice Awards

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – The Library of Virginia has announced 10 finalists for the annual People’s Choice
Awards. The finalists represent the most-requested fiction and nonfiction titles by Virginia authors, or about
the Commonwealth, published in 2024.
Winners will be announced at the 28th Annual Virginia Literary Awards Celebration, the Commonwealth’s
biggest night honoring its authors and their stories, on Sept. 20, 2025.
The public is invited to select the winners by voting anytime between June 1 and July 15, 2025.

Individuals can vote online at:  https://lvafoundation.org/peopleschoiceawards

This year’s fiction finalists for the People’s Choice Awards are:

Samples & information are given out monthly on the 4th Saturday of every month - while supplies last.

To access the information on each spice - click below on the spice:

May 2025 - Smoked Paprika

April 2025 - Basil

March 2025 - Herbes de Provence

February 2025 - Cocoa Powder

January 2025 - Old Bay Seasoning

December 2024 - No spice due to the holidays.

November 2024 - Ground Cloves

October 2024 - Crushed Red Pepper

September 2024 - Black Pepper

August 2024 - Sea Salt

July 2024 - Pickling Spice

June 2024 - Garlic Powder

May 2024 - Lemon Pepper

April 2024 - Dukkah (Egyptian Spice Blend)

March 2024 - Oregano

February 2024 - Greek Seasoning Blend

January 2024 - Bay leaves

November 2023 - Ground Ginger

October 2023 - Chili Seasoning

September 2023 - Umami Seasoning

August 2023 - Marjoram

July 2023 - Mustard Powder

June 2023 - Achiote Powder

May 2023 - Thyme

April 2023 - Coriander

March 2023 - Italian Seasoning

February 2023 - Caraway

January 2023 - Furikake

December 2022 - No Spice - Happy Holidays!

November 2022 - Sage

October 2022 - Pumpkin Spice

September 2022 - Chinese Five Spice

August 2022 - Jamaican Jerk Seasoning (mild)

July 2022 - Celery Seed

June 2022 - Dill Weed

May 2022 - Cumin

April 2022 - Za'atar

March 2022 - Garam Masala

February 2022 - Curry Powder

January 2022 - Turmeric

November 2021 - Cinnamon

October 2021 - Cardamom

September 2021 - Paprika

You will receive a sample of the spice, information about the spice, recipes to try, and a list of additional resources you can check out from the Library.

We do ask that if you make something to please share comments or pictures on Facebook or with the Library so we can see what everyone is making.

Sponsored by the Friends fo the Library