Summer With the Library, original artwork by Dan Santat
Summer With the Library
Postmarked From L.A.
June 6 - August 9, 2026
All Ages!
Participate in Summer With the Library by picking up a game board at any Los Angeles Public Library location. You can also take part online through Beanstack or by using the Beanstack mobile app. Be sure to visit your local library to collect your participation prizes (while supplies last).
Earn badges for reading and completing fun, learning-based activities.
- Read for one hour = 1 badge
- Complete an activity = 1 badge
- Finish the Summer With the Library Challenge by earning 10 badges through any combination of reading and/or activities.
Once you have finished the challenge, bring your completed game board to your local Los Angeles Public Library location and collect your completion prizes (while supplies last). Everyone who completes the challenge can be entered into drawings to win prizes like gift cards or a new Apple iPad.
Download a gameboard here today!
Read
- Browse our booklists for recommended reads.
- Sign up for LA Reads, the Dodgers Reading Champions literacy challenge.
Connect
- Browse through our events calendar to find programs for all ages.
- Join the Central 100 Celebration all year long.
- Check out the activities page for fun family projects and ideas.
Discover
- Take advantage of our digital collections and resources.
- Collect a free pool pass from any Los Angeles Public Library location and use it at an L.A. City Pool.
- Reserve a free pass to museums and attractions with Explore L.A.
