Summer-Challenge

For All Ages!

June 1 through August 1, 2026

Unearth a story this summer at Stark Library! Dig into new books, explore exciting adventures, and take part in fun hands-on activities all season long while earning prizes along the way. There’s something waiting to be discovered for every reader.

Use the buttons below to sign up NOW on the Beanstack App, explore this year’s unbelievable Grand Prizes, and “check out” our staff’s picks to build your reading list Stop by any Stark Library location or click the button below to get started on your summer excavation of stories!

2026 Summer Challenge Sponsors

Friends of Stark Library

Friends of the Library Lake Branch

The Uniform Guy

Adventure Packs

Adventure Packs: Two small children having fun with a Pony pack

Adventure Packs

Spark kids’ imaginations with adventure packs containing books and more. Play with magic ponies. Discover wildlife. Explore the universe!

Log Every Roar-some Read — Grab Your Summer Challenge Tracker!

 

1. REGISTER on the Beanstack app or download/print a paper tracker (or pick up at a Library location)

2. EARN a point by reading for the day or completing an activity for your age level.

3. TRACK your points.

4. WIN prizes at different point levels, as well as raffle tickets for amazing GRAND PRIZES.

Prehistoric Picks for a DINO-mite Summer

Read Me a Song

So many tunes, so many titles, so little time! Pick up one of these hot new books, and try to make it cover to cover without singing along!

Summer Challenge

Older Americans Month

Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you can't continue to learn, be active and have fun!

Summer Challenge

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month

This year’s theme is “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience.” Explore books at Stark Library that honor this powerful legacy.

Summer Challenge

Go Green...It's Your Earth Day!

Celebrating Earth Day with all things nature.

Summer Challenge

Ride off into the sunset

Westerns aren’t just stories from the past — they are an enduring part of the American story that continues to captivate us today!

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