Dive into Summer Reading
June 1 – July 31, 2022
Join the Reading Challenge
Register with Beanstack for one of three summer challenges:
- Kids
- Tweens + Teens
- Adults
Log reading and activities to unlock digital badges, story recommendations, and for adults a free one year membership to Friends of the Library of Tampa-Hillsborough County, Inc.
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Prizes
Win books and cool technology-based prizes in this year’s reading challenge when you: By registering and participating in the summer reading challenges, and attending online events, participants of all ages will have a chance to win tickets to ZooTampa or tech prizes such as Bluetooth speakers, gaming consoles, headphones, and robotics. To be eligible for more prizes, pick up your Reading with the Rays game card at your preferred library branch beginning June 5, 2022. Youth may keep track of their hours read both in Beanstack and on the Rays card. Once the game card is completed, turn it in to your local public library for a chance to win Tampa Bay Rays prizes. Learn moreReading with the Rays
Meet the Authors
Celebrate reading with virtual visits from three notable authors. Register and attend for a chance to win a free book.
June 3, 6:30 p.m.
Watch on demandKate Messner
June 16, 2 p.m.
Watch on demandGreg Neri
June 29, 2 p.m.
Watch on demand
This program is presented in partnership with Hillsborough County Public Schools as part of an initiative of the American Library Association (ALA), made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
How Do I Sign Up for Beanstack?
Sign up in the Beanstack Tracker or using the Beanstack mobile app.Get the App
Events
Book Lists
Summer Slide
According to the Northwest Evaluation Association, school-year gains in reading and math may decrease as much as 20% to 50%. The library is here to help with 24/7 access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and many more avenues for reading and learning. Take an entire bookshelf of titles with you everywhere you go.
Summer Reading is in partnership with:
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Early Literacy Program
Children’s Program
Teen Program
Adult Program
Preparing children for success by developing early language skills.
Helping young children build reading and language skills.
Motivating teens to read and discuss literature.
Encouraging adults to experience the joy of reading.