Reading Programs
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The Library
Community libraries launch summer reading programs to boost literacy
Last year, one community library summer reading program saw 243 participants log nearly 200,000 minutes of reading.
Liam O'Connell·June 8, 2026

The Library
Libraries Launch Community Summer Reading Programs for Engagement
In Long Beach, California, a community summer reading program saw participation jump from 1,910 in 2024 to 2,689 in 2025, according to the Long Beach Post .
Liam O'Connell·June 4, 2026

The Library
Libraries combat summer learning loss with free meals
This summer, children participating in Midland County's 'Unearth a Story' reading program won't just earn free books; they'll also receive free lunches provided by the West Texas Food Bank.
Liam O'Connell·May 30, 2026