Summer Reading

Read for prizes and enjoy weekly programs each summer—all based on the nation-wide Collaborative Summer Library Program theme.

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.

Pick up a Bingo card and complete reading and activity challenges. Return your card at the end of summer to earn entries into the grand prize drawing.

Age Groups:

  • Pre-Readers: Babies through Preschoolers

  • Elementary: Students entering Grades K–5

  • Teen: Students entering Grades 6–12

  • Adult: Adults age 18+

Show up. Have Fun.

Join us for a variety of programs offered throughout the summer—free and fun for all ages!

All-Age Programs

Free events the whole family can enjoy together.

Preschool Programs

A special six-week session of Story Times with a central summer theme.

Elementary Programs

Six weekly events designed to engage young readers, based on the summer theme.

Teen Programs

DIY projects and fun after-hours events created just for teens.

Adult Programs

Enjoy workshops, enrichment activities, and creative DIY sessions.

Summer Movie Series

Free movies and popcorn for all ages—cool off and enjoy a film at the library!

and MORE!

There's something for everyone at SEPL this summer. Stay tuned for our full schedule!