• Service AlertThe Westlink Branch will be closed April 17 to replace the building's skylight.
  • Service AlertAll Wichita Public Library locations will be closed Sunday, April 5.

Summer Reading

May 21-July 30, 2026

Unearth a Story with the Summer Reading Program! Each summer, we encourage pre-readers, kids, and teens to read books, track their progress to earn free prizes, and explore fun, educational programs and activities with the Wichita Public Library.

Check back soon for details about this year's program!

Adult Summer Reading Challenge

The Summer Reading Program is for adults, too! Read any five books or complete five activities from a list provided by the Library to be entered into a grand prize drawing.

Important Summer Reading Dates

  • Thursday, May 21: First day of Summer Reading
  • Thursday, June 25: First day prizes are available
  • Thursday, July 30: Last day of Summer Reading Program

Beanstack

Track your progress on our Beanstack website, or download the free Beanstack app for your Android or Apple mobile device.

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