About Summer Reading
Read-For-Prizes & Weekly Programming Beginning the End of June Each Summer. Based on the Nation-Wide Collaborative Summer Library Program Theme.
2024 Summer Reading Theme
"Adventure Begins at Your Library"
Benefits of Summer Reading
- Children are motivated to read.
- Children develop positive attitudes about reading, books, and the library.
- Children maintain their reading skills during summer vacation.
- Children have access to experiences that further their sense of discovery.
- Children have access to experiences through which they can learn to work cooperatively.
How Summer Reading Works
Read. Win Prizes. (Sign-up begins June 15)
Elementary: Students Entering Grades K—6
Sign Up. Fill Out Bingo Card. Return at End of Summer For Each Activity Completed be Entered Into a Drawing for Grand Prize.
Teen: Students Entering Grades 7—12
Sign Up. Fill Out Bingo Card. Return at End of Summer For Each Activity Completed be Entered Into a Drawing for Grand Prize.
Adult: Adults Age 18+
Sign Up. Fill Out Bingo Card. Return at End of Summer For Each Activity Completed be Entered Into a Drawing for Grand Prize.
Show Up. Have Fun.
All-Age Programs
Free Fun for the Whole Family. See the Schedule.
Preschool Programs
Special Six-Week Session of Story Times with a Central Summer Theme. See the Schedule.
Elementary Programs
Six Weekly Engaging Events Based on a Central Summer Theme. See the Schedule.
Teen Programs
Fun DIY Activities and After-Hour Events for Teens. See the Schedule.
Adult Programs
Fun and Informative Workshops, Enrichment Activities and DIY Activities for Adults. See the Schedule.
Summer Movie Series
Free Movie & Popcorn for All Ages! See the Schedule.