Summer Reading

The IPDPL Summer Reading Program is open to readers of all ages - not just kids!  

We encourage everyone in the family to join the reading challenge that best suits their reading goals and lifestyle:

Read to Me

For beginning and emerging readers, with a goal of 50 books.

Casual Readers

Ideal for those who enjoy reading but may be short on time, with a goal of 25 hours.

Avid Readers

For those ready to dive deep into their summer “To Be Read” list, with a goal of 50 hours.

This self-paced program runs from June 1 to July 31, with no weekly check-ins required.  Readers can enjoy any materials they like, from print books and graphic novels to audiobooks and read-along story videos.  As readers reach milestones, they earn digital badges on their Beanstack profile, raffle tickets, and fun prizes like free pizza or ice cream!

Every reader who reaches their final goal is entered into a drawing for branch prizes and their challenge’s grand prize.  Three grand prize winners (one from each challenge) will win Kindle Fire tablets, and 18 readers will take home branch prizes!  For those who want to take their challenge to the next level, IPDPL offers a host of optional activities and programs to earn additional raffle tickets.  With over $30,000 in prizes offered each year, every reader is a winner in the IPDPL Summer Reading Program!

Summer Reading 2025

Colorful illustrated beach scene with animals. "Level Up at Your Library: ipdpl.beanstack.org"

Play is one of the ways we learn to relate to others, to think in new ways, and to foster friendships, new and old.  Level Up at Your Library is an all-ages summer reading program based around puzzles and games.  Whether you’re exploring STEM concepts, playing a new game, or learning how to code (or crack the code!), Level Up at Your Library reminds us that libraries are not just a space for knowledge, they are a space for fun!

Registration for the 2025 Summer Reading Program will begin on May 19th.  Keep an eye on this page for more info to come!

Register on Beanstack

Summer Reading Events

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo for All Ages

4:30pm–6:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Germantown Hills
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on January 20, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo for All Ages

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Benson
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Benson
Room: Main Reading Room (B)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo for All Ages

3:30pm–5:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Spring Bay
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 12, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.

 

This event is in the "Youth (0 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Teens (12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Book Bingo for All Ages

4:00pm–6:00pm
Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Washburn
Open
Registration requested
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Community Room (W)
Age Group: Youth (0 - 18), Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Summer Reading
Registration requested
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of BINGO fun! Choose a book for every BINGO you win! Books range from preschool to adult, so all ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

IPDPL programming is not designed to be "drop and go" for children.  Please have a parent, guardian, or another responsible caregiver present if your child is attending this program.  Thank you!

 

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.