Summer Reading Activities and Events
Enjoy special summer activities in the library and in the community, and earn 10 to 25 bonus reading points! (Ask if there's a secret code when you attend!)
Library Events
See our full calendar of events here. (Tip: use the filters to limit by your library location, date, age range, and more!)
Arts, History & the World
Exploring STEAM & Nature
Family Performances
Games & Gaming
Community Experiences
Visit our community partners between June 1 and July 31 to explore exhibits and programs and earn 25 points toward your summer reading total. When you visit, search for the secret code on display, or ask staff for assistance!
Visit the Chandler Nature Center
Embark on a thrilling adventure and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature at the Chandler Nature Center. Unleash your inner explorer and learn about the environment in a fun and exciting way. And the best part? You can earn points for the Summer Reading Challenge by finding the secret code during your visit in June and July! All ages.
Visit the Gallery at the Chandler Center for the Arts
Ignite your passion for the arts and experience the creative wonders of the Gallery at the Center for the Arts. The Center's art gallery is currently showcasing "Sacred Spaces" by Frank Gonzales, an enthralling visual exhibition that is sure to inspire and captivate you. Don't miss out on the chance to earn points for the Summer Reading Challenge by uncovering the secret code during your visit in June and July! All ages.
Visit the Chandler Museum
Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Chandler at the Chandler Museum, a cultural destination like no other. With world-class exhibits and a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, archival materials, and oral histories, this museum will transport you to another time. And if you visit during June and July, you can earn points for the Summer Reading Challenge by discovering the secret code hidden within the exhibits or attending a Play Day program! All ages.
In This Together: Giving Back
Making & Building Together
Bonus Points
Earn bonus points by completing library-related challenges!
Featured Challenges
- Bingo & Movie Night (teens) - watch and earn 30 points
- Friendship & Community Booklist (adults) - read and earn 20 points
- Road Trip Booklist (teens) - read and earn 20 points
- STEAM Ahead (kids) - complete activities and earn 30 points
For more details and to see a complete list of challenges, log in to your SRC account and choose "Challenges" from the menu.
Kids ages 5-11: Find even more activities on your gameboard. Then come to the information desk to get your secret codes!
