Kids, teens and adults are invited to participate in Shorewood-Troy Library's first Winter Read-A-Thon from 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 3.

Kids can bring their blankets and pillows, and during the four hours will get two 15 minute breaks and one extra bathroom pass. Everyone who lasts each hour (on the hour) will receive a small prize.

All children still reading at 5 p.m. can enter for a chance to win one of three gift cards during the grand prize drawing.

Parents must stay with children under 9.

Light refreshments will be served.

And for teens and adults, the library will have a separate read-a-thon on the main floor.

Check with the reference desk for more information.