Star Wars Reads

Roll into reading during Star Wars Reads!

Officially a month-long celebration in October, Corona Public Library will be offering two weeks of special events from September 26 thru October 10. 

From the youngest Padawans to the wisest Jedi Masters, there will be new and fun ways for everyone to explore a galaxy far, far away while celebrating literacy, imagination, and the art of storytelling!

SCENE REENACTMENT CONTEST (All ages)

Captivate us! Show us your acting skills or get creative with puppets. Design practical or digital effects. The sky’s the limit!

Guidelines & Judging:

· Videos can be a maximum of 3 minutes long.

· In your submission email, include the name of the movie and scene along with the names of those in your production.

· Submissions may be shared across various City of Corona media outlets.

· Group judging by the Teen Advisory Council will be based on originality, creativity, and how well you captivate us.

· As the inaugural contest, this year’s submissions will help shape future categories and judging criteria.

· Winners will receive Star Wars prizes.

Submit final videos to Maker.Exchange@CoronaCA.gov by October 10, 2020.

Remember to include contestant(s) name, contact information, and the movie and scene that is being reenacted.

COSTUME CONTEST (Ages 0-17)

Create a version of your favorite character with garments, props, and whatever extra touches you can think of.

Guidelines & Judging:

· One entry per contestant.

· Submissions may be shared across various City of Corona media outlets.

· Group judging will be completed by the Teen Advisory Council.

· First place and honorable mention awards will be awarded in the following age groups: 0-4, 5-8, 9-12, and 13-17.

· Winners will receive Star Wars prizes.

Submit images to Maker.Exchange@CoronaCA.gov by October 10, 2020.

KIDS ACTIVITY KITS

Staff have created take-home supply kits with several crafts and hands on activities, coloring pages, mad libs, and more! Kits will be available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. Head to the Library’s Click, Park, and Pick-Up area daily between 11am and 3pm (excluding Sundays).

TEEN/ADULT ACTIVITY KITS

Staff have created take-home supply kits with several crafts and hands on activities, coloring pages, mad libs, and more! Kits will be available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. Head to the Library’s Click, Park, and Pick-Up area daily between 11am and 3pm (excluding Sundays).

STORYTIMES (All ages)

Special all ages Character Storytimes are in the works, slated to drop on our Youtube and social media platforms on Tuesday, September 29 and Tuesday, October 6. Additionally, our Early Literacy Storytimes on September 30 and October 1 will include staff’s favorite Star Wars titles with fun play activities and a craft.

COSTUME & PROP-MAKING Q&A WORKSHOP (Teens & Adults)

What’s it like to weather and wear Storm Trooper armor? How can you make a realistic staff, like Rey carries? If you’re new to costuming and prop-making, or ready to learn new skills, stop by this workshop to have all of your questions answered! Our friends from the 501st and Rebel Legions will host the Q&A.

When: Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 1-2pm

Where: Via Zoom How: Workshop Registration