The first round of pandemic shutdowns had people looking for ways to pass the time, like reading books they'd always intended to read. Oregon's two-week "freeze" gives some readers a second chance, in case they didn't take the first one.
The "Rogue Reads" program at the Jackson County Libraries adds some further encouragement to read, with a first round of reading and events centered on the author Jacqueline Woodson.
We get details of the program and how it works while libraries are only able to offer front-door pickup service.