Santa Monica Reads All Summer
June 10 - August 12, 2023

Welcome to Summer Reading, for all ages! We hope you enjoy this year's reading and activity challenges. Visit the Main Library, Pico Branch, or Montana Branch to sign up and receive a free book, reading log, and tote bag, while supplies last. You can also register online by clicking the link below, starting May 30. 

We challenge our community to read 600,000 minutes this summer. Check out our free events during summer for everyone, from babies to adults.

ADULT Registration: Link coming soon

Adults can join in the fun this summer! You’ll receive a book by one of our featured authors, Lisa See and Naomi Hirahara, and a Resource Guide. For ages 18+.

ADULT Prizes

Read ten hours to receive a coupon for the Friends of the Library Bookstore, while supplies last, and be entered in a drawing for a local business gift card.

YOUTH Registration: bit.ly/SRPYouthReg2023

Choose your challenge level and sign up today! Track reading and activities completed during summer through August 12th. Collect prizes at halfway mark and upon completing challenge, while supplies last. For ages 0-17.

10-Hour Challenge: Read for 5 hours for your first prize, then claim your 2nd prize when you complete 10 hours.

20-Hour Challenge: Read for 10 hours for your first prize, then claim your 2nd prize when you complete 20 hours.

30-Hour Challenge: Read for 15 hours for your first prize, then claim your 2nd prize when you complete 30 hours.

YOUTH Prizes

Babies (0-2)
Free board book

Prize 1:
Coupon for book of choice from the Friends of the Library Bookstore

Prize 2:
10 Hours: Dinosaur Train Plush or 300 Sticker Activity
20 Hours: Outdoor Disc Golf Set or 20 ct Sidewalk Chalk Box
30 Hours: Entry into drawing for $100 gift card (30)

The Library’s Summer Reading Program is sponsored by The Friends of Santa Monica Public Library and Kiwanis Club of Santa Monica.