Summer Reading 2026
The Summer Reading Challenge is a nationwide movement to promote literacy for all ages through fun, family friendly competition and community focused learning activities.
For 2026, the Summer Reading Challenge will take place from June 12th - August 1st. Right now, the LCPL staff are hard at work developing loads of fun programming for all ages. We are releasing informating as soon as it becomes available but check back on June 1st for the full release of information!
FAQ's:
What is the challenge?
Read & Record 600 minutes between June 12th and August 1st and receive prizes!
Who can participate?
Anyone! The challenge is open to all ages.
How do I participate?
First, make sure you have an account in Beanstack (link coming soon!) AND are registered for this year's challenge. We can help you at the front desk of the library if you need assistance.
Second, once the challenge begins on June 12th, start recording your reading minutes in Beanstack. Remember--only minutes logged between June 12th and August 1st count for the challenge
What counts as "reading"?
Books, e-books, e-audio books, magazines, e-magazines, picture books, braille books, newspapers, comic books, manga, graphic novels (and more)--it all counts! Literacy comes in all forms for ages 0-100+. Whatever your preference is, it counts!
How do I learn about the prizes?
Prizes are under wraps for now! Check back soon for more details!
Save the date for our kickoff party!
Friday, June 12th | 3-5pm
Details coming soon!
Special Programs for Summer Reading 2026:
Thursday, July 16th | 6-8pm | Teens & Adults welcome
Strike it rich at the library! Join Kevin Singel, local Colorado author of Finding Gold in Colorado, for a lively look at Colorado’s gold panning history. After the talk, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on gold panning demo with gold-rich soil and discover gold just like the 1859 Gold Rush prospectors✨
Wednesday June 24th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm | All Ages
Join Nature's Educators for Creatures of the Night, featuring nocturnal and crepuscular animals such as owl, tarantula, scorpion, snake, and amphibians. They will discuss habitats, adaptations, diets, their personal stories, and conservation efforts!
Friday, July 10th | Noon - 4:45
Love dinosaurs? Love art? Come meet, learn, and draw with Paleo Artist M. BrookeS! She is an award winning illustrator and instructor at Colorado Mesa University and will be at LCPL on the afternoon of Friday, July 10th to give a presentation on paleo art followed by a paleo art drawing class!
Presentation: Noon - approximately 2pm
Drawing Class: 2:15 - 4:45pm
All ages are welcome, though the program is likely best suited for tweens, teens, and adults.
All supplies will be provided.
More programming coming soon! Check back later!