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Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading Program

June 2-August 1, 2026

This year's annual Summer Reading Program has begun! Weekday events are held Tuesday-Friday at Grant Library, as well as special events every Saturday at various facilities, all summer long!

How it Works

Sign Up
Register / log in online or through the Beanstalk mobile app, and select Grant Library. Pro-tip: You can link multiple readers in your household to one account for easy tracking! 

Track Your Time
Log your reading minutes daily. Audiobooks count, too! If you miss a day, don’t worry - you can back-log your reading for up to 90 days. 

Get Your Prizes
Trade your reading minutes for points, then use your points to shop for awesome prizes at our Summer Reading Store! Open Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Program Schedule

Weekday Events
       Tuesdays: Plant Art
       Wednesdays: Lego Garden
       Thursdays: Storytime & crafts
       Fridays: STEM Plant Science
All weekday events are held at Grant Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Saturday Events
Registration is requested for Saturday events. Please call (719) 526-2350 to register. 

Grand Finale: "Splash and Dash"

August 1, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

We're closing out the Summer Reading Program with a splash! Beginning at Pershing Field, we will be running 1.23 miles to finally celebrate at Ellis Outdoor Pool. Back-to-school backpacks given out while supplies last. Please call (719) 526-2350 to register!

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