The 2024-2025 Winter Reading Challenge has ended. Winners of prize drawings will be notified via phone or email.
For more opportunities to read and earn prizes, sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on May 23, 2025.
This year:
- 2,080 people signed up for the reading challenge
- 1,314 people met their goal
Thank you for participating, and happy reading!
Beginner First Chapter Books: For Ages 6-9
Here are some of our recommendations for those ready to move on from leveled readers and start chapter books.
Snowy Titles
Enjoy these titles with snowy themes--a perfect read for a cold winter's day.
Beginner First Chapter Books: For Ages 6-9
Here are some of our recommendations for those ready to move on from leveled readers and start chapter books.
Snowy Titles
Enjoy these titles with snowy themes--a perfect read for a cold winter's day.
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Summer Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Summer Reading Challenge
May 23rd - Jul 31st | All day
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
$1,889 grant brings bubbles, barnyard animals, and beats.
Mar 26, 2025
Thanks to State Library of Ohio and Institute of Museum and Library Services for a $1,889 grant to host educational events this summer.
Reptile Show | Herps Alive Reptile Rescue
Jul 22nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, ball pythons, boa constrictors & more. Then get up close with a reptile & maybe even touch one.
Summer Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Summer Reading Challenge
May 23rd - Jul 31st | All day
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
$1,889 grant brings bubbles, barnyard animals, and beats.
Mar 26, 2025
Thanks to State Library of Ohio and Institute of Museum and Library Services for a $1,889 grant to host educational events this summer.
Reptile Show | Herps Alive Reptile Rescue
Jul 22nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, ball pythons, boa constrictors & more. Then get up close with a reptile & maybe even touch one.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
