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Battle of the Books: Soccer Edition (Ages 7-10)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
4:00 PM6:00 PM

Event Description: Who will be crowned the champion of the Book Cup? Join the Hollis Social Library and Hollis Recreation Department for a fun 4v4 soccer event where books and soccer collide! In the weeks leading up to the game, library visitors will vote in our Book Cup Bracket, narrowing a field of favorite children's books down to two finalists through a World Cup-style tournament. On game day, those two books will become soccer teams as players take the field to determine the ultimate champion! All participants will be assigned to a team and enjoy friendly pick-up style 4v4 games designed for fun, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Every player will receive a participation prize. Not a soccer player? You can still be part of the action! Visit the Children's Room throughout the Book Cup Bracket and cast your vote each week to help your favorite books advance to the championship match. Book Cup Bracket Voting: June 15–July 18 in the Children's Room Soccer Showdown: Wednesday, July 15th at 4pm Who Can Attend: The event is for children ages 7-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration Details: Register to participate in the 4v4 Soccer Round Robin on the Hollis Recreation Department's website. No registration necessary to participate in the World Cup Book Bracket. Register only the child (or children) attending on the Hollis Rec Department's website. When Can I Register? Registration is open. Location: Hollis Social Library – Little Nichols Field

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Little Nichols Field (Outside HSL), Hollis Social Library