Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge
Published on May 07, 2025
The Waco-McLennan County Library is excited to announce the launch of the annual Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge. Registration opened on Thursday, May 1 at all library locations and online.
This year’s challenge runs June 1 to July 31 and encourages readers of all ages to log their reading each day, earn prizes, and discover the joy of reading all summer long.
How to Register
- Download the Beanstack App and create an account.
- Track your reading from June 1 to July 31 in the Beanstack app. The more you read, the more you win and collect prizes along the way.
- Attend Waco Library events for your age group all summer long.
Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge
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Win Prizes
To celebrate the kickoff, all library branches will be giving away free custom tote bags when you register while supplies last. Whether you're a preschooler, teen, or adult, there’s a reading challenge just for you — with age-appropriate goals, special programs, and cool prizes throughout the summer. In addition to prizes, you'll also be entered in a raffle for a chance to win bigger prizes.
Just log your books and activities in the Beanstack app or website to earn virtual badges. Whether you're reading picture books, graphic novels, or listening to your favorite audiobook, it all counts.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Waco-McLennan County Library acknowledges the generous support of our sponsors: Hawaiian Falls Waterparks, Main Event, Friends of the Library, and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. Their partnership helps make the Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge a fun and enriching way to inspire a lifelong love of reading across our community.
Visit a Waco-McLennan County Library
All Waco-McLennan County Library locations are free and open to the public. Library cards are available at no cost to McLennan County residents.
