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2026 Reading Challenge

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Made a resolution to read more books? Join our 2026 adult reading challenge to help reach your reading goal! Each month read a book matching our reading challenge prompt and receive a small prize. Complete 8 of the 12 reading challenges for a special prize in December! Pick up your reading log anytime at the front desk starting January 2nd!

Also on: Tue, Dec 1

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Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Central Time - US & Canada

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