SRP: HPL
Dig Into Summer at HPL
The Summer Reading Program invites children, teens, and adults to read for fun, stay engaged, and connect with programs across Houston. Join as a group or by age category then log your reading, join exciting programs, and complete fun challenges to earn prizes and celebrate a summer filled with stories, learning, and creativity!
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PROGRAM DETAILS
- Registration May 1, 2026 - July 30, 2026
- Log your reading starting June 1, 2026
- Complete all challenges by July 31, 2026
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GRAND PRIZES
- Library Littles (ages 0-4): Board Book sets & 14 bikes
- Kids (ages 5-11): Nintendo Switch Lite bundle & 39 bikes
- Teens (ages 12-18): Nintendo Switch Lite bundle & 17 bikes
- Adults (ages 19+): Kindle Scribe or Kindle Fire tablet
How to Participate
1 - REGISTER
It's Free & Easy
2 - READ
Track Your Progress
3 - EARN
Rewards & Prizes
4 - CELEBRATE
You Did It!
First things first! Sign up for your FREE MYLink library card! Not only do you need it to check out books and other fun stuff, but it's also easy to keep track of your Summer Reading Program (SRP) login when you have your MYLink card number on your profile. If you're under age 18, your parent or guardian has to sign off on your MYLink card application.
Already have a MYLink card? You're all set. Log in or create a Beanstack account. Pro tip: The Beanstack app is easier to use than the web version. If you need help with registration, tracking your progress, or want to maximize your chances of winning cool SRP prizes, visit your nearest HPL location or check out the FAQs!
Already have a MYLink card? You're all set. Log in or create a Beanstack account. Pro tip: The Beanstack app is easier to use than the web version. If you need help with registration, tracking your progress, or want to maximize your chances of winning cool SRP prizes, visit your nearest HPL location or check out the FAQs!
Author Talk Lineup
KYLE LUKOFF
Montrose - June 13 | 1-2:30 PM
A powerful story of identity, resilience, and hope. The first 25 attendees will receive a free copy.
CURTIS CHIN
Alief - July 18 | 2-3 PM
A heartfelt and humorous memoir exploring identity, family, and the American experience.
MYCHAL THREETS
Julia Ideson Building - July 24 | 6-7:30 PM
Celebrate the joy, impact, and magic of libraries with one of the most uplifting voices in the field.
MIKE VANCE
Central - July 25 | 1-2 PM
Dive into a compelling narrative that challenges perspectives and sparks conversation.
Discover Events All Summer
Great Print & Digital Reads
More Fun Challenges
LONE STAR STATE
May 17, 2024 - Dec 31, 2026
Join your community in celebrating books set in the great state of Texas.
1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
It’s a fun way to foster a love of reading and build early literacy skills.
Our Team in Action
2025 Highlights
- Circulated juvenile items: 414,604
- Circulated young adult items: 41,158
- Circulated adult items: 179,814
- Event attendees: 37,000
Summer Reading Program for youth is generously sponsored by the John P. McGovern Foundation. Bike prizes are proudly provided by CYCLE Houston.