The 2023 summer reading programs at the Petersburg Public Library ended in July after six weeks of participants flipping pages, learning instruments, and math-ing their way through an escape room. Across three programs, 270 people of all ages took part in this story, with 65 completing their program cover to cover.

Kari Peterson, Program Coordinator for the Petersburg Public Library, said "It went really well, this summer."

Back in spring, the library had this year's prizes out on display. Raffle prizes were stacked in a large case and two paddle boards hung suspended in the center, with t...