50 Book Club
Every year, Paterson public school library media specialists and teachers help children keep track of their reading. Each child who reads 50 books or more is honored on 50 Book Club Day scheduled on the first Thursday in June at the Paterson Free Public Library. The scholars receive a certificate of accomplishment and are .
Kids who read succeed! And we can all encourage our children not just to read but to read for pleasure. To promote reading, Paterson Public Schools, the Paterson Free Public Library, and PEF are partners in the Paterson 50 Book Club.
In 2025, almost 1500 children read 50 books or more! That’s the largest group yet and we look forward to expanding our reach in the coming years.
The 2026 50 Book Club* date has been set, and we are excited to celebrate all of our readers!
If you’d like to help us prepare, please volunteer by clicking the link below.
*Please be aware this event is not open to the general public.
