JUNE 8 – AUGUST 1
Join Summer Reading by digging into a good book, uncovering hidden history, and discovering the joy that reading brings. All ages are encouraged to log their reading and activities this summer. Earn milestone incentives and ticket entries for local basket raffles and grand prizes.
Beginning June 8:
- Participate online with Beanstack or with a paper log available at any ASCPL location.
- Receive a free cookie coupon from Acme Fresh Market
- Receive a Paws Summer Reading vinyl sticker

Sign up here to participate in our 2026 Summer Reading online with Beanstack.
If you signed up online for Winter or Summer Reading with Beanstack in the past, please use the same account information.
Haven't downloaded the Beanstack app yet? Download the mobile app today.
How To Participate
Earn prizes as you read, are read to, or listen to an audiobook. For each reading milestone, receive a Local Prize Basket Raffle Ticket, a Grand Prize Drawing Ticket, and the prize listed below.
10 Days
Free book for youth; Friends of the Library free book coupon for adults
20 Days
Light-up pen with stylus
30 Days
Summer Reading T-Shirt
40 Days
McDonald's free smoothie coupon
50 Days
Free book for youth; Friends of the Library free book coupon for adults
In addition to reading, participate in activities for additional Grand Prize Raffle Tickets.
- Attend a program
- Check out five or more library materials
- Explore a database to learn something new
- Read to a family member, friend, or pet
- Visit a Library Reading Garden
Redeem tickets for Local Prize Baskets in-person at any ASCPL location.
Local Prize Baskets for children and teens may include art supplies, games, toys, and gift cards.
Local Prize Baskets for adults may include beverage tumblers, tote bags, notepads, bike gear (locks, lights, and bags), coloring and puzzle books, charging cables, and gift cards.
Grand Prizes
All Grand Prize tickets must be redeemed by 5 pm on Saturday, August 1. Grand Prize drawings will be held the week of August 10.
Winners will be contacted directly.
Cozy Coupe & Paw Patrol Mighty Lookout Tower

- Cozy Coupe 30th Anniversary Edition ride-on toy donated by Little Tikes
- Paw Patrol Mighty Lookout Tower
Akron Rubber Ducks Tickets

- 2 winners will be selected (5 tickets per winner) for the August 23, 2026, game
iPad Bundle

- 11th Generation 11” Apple iPad, Case, and Apple Pencil Pro
Fun Pack

- West Side Gymnastics – One month of free tuition
- Fun ‘n’ Stuff – 5-Pack of 90-minute Wristbands
Art & Ride

- Akron ArtWorks – $155 Gift certificate (with redemption code) for any class
- Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad – 4 Tickets for a 3-hour National Park Scenic Excursion (must be used by 9/30/26)
Restaurant Gift Pack

- Totally Baked Pizza – $25 Gift Card
- Akron Coffee Roasters – $15 Gift Card
- Missing Falls Brewery – $20 Gift Card
- Diamond Deli – $50 Gift Card
Skate & Read

- Need. Skateshop – 8.25" Skate Board Deck (no wheels) w/grip tape for deck and mini 35mm fingerboard
- Springfield Roller Rink – $40 Gift Certificate
- Rubber City Comics – $50 Gift Certificate
Bricks & Figs Party donated by Bricks & Minifigs Akron

- 90-minute party, for up to 12 participants (ages 5 & up), valued at $200









