2026 Summer Reading

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Summer reading for all ages

Complete challenges to earn prizes!

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Track your reading

  • Pick-up a paper reading log at either Library starting Tuesday, June 2, 2026, or
  • Download and print a reading log, starting June 2, 2026

Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt

DandelionBeginning on Tuesday, June 2, find a dandelion hiding in the library. Write down the accompanying word(s) with its number on your reading log.

Each Tuesday a new dandelion will appear. All six dandelions will be available to find by Tuesday, July 7. Find all six dandelions and solve the secret message! 

Need a clue to their locations? Ask a librarian or check here:


  • Week 1 Clue: Plant a Seed, Read!
  • Week 2 Clue: If finding the right book is puzzling, get connected to the library! 

Aquasox Reading Program LogoExciting summer reading bonus for all ages!

The first 700 readers to pick up a Summer Reading Log will receive a voucher for one reserved upper deck seat at an Everett AquaSox game. 

Limited to seat availability and valid for the remainder of the season, while supplies last.

Key Dates  

  • Tuesday, June 2: First day to pick-up a reading log at the library for Summer Reading. 
  • Wednesday, July 1: First day to pick up prizes! 
  • Saturday, August 29: Last day to complete challenges, enter grand prize drawing, and to pick-up prizes.

Library Events

View upcoming programs at www.epls.org/calendar. Click on the event names to view the calendar listing for each event! 

Due to limited space or supplies, some programs require registration, others will have tickets available 30 minutes before the event.

For more information about Summer Reading or our events, call Youth Services at 425-257-8030, Adult Services at 425-257-8000, or stop by the library.

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Thank you to our Sponsors!


Friends
Village Theatre
Peninsular Lodge #95 F & AM