Summer Reading Programs

2026 Summer Reading: Unearth a Story

Summer Reading 2026 begins June 6th!

The Ohio County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is held annually for all ages during the summer months. Every year, themed displays, prize giveaways, and special programs are planned to encourage patrons, young and old, to read as many books as possible throughout the summer. 

This year's summer reading theme is "Unearth a Story"! Register at the library and receive your summer reading program ticket, welcome packet,  or bookmark log to begin.

Summer Reading 2026 is co-sponsored by the Friends of The Ohio County Public Library.

See all Summer Reading Programs on our calendar

How does the Summer Reading Program work?

Kids

➤Kids earn Summer Reading Program Tickets all summer by reading books and by coming to library programs! We always have more Tickets available at the library or you can print more at home. Register here for the Children's Department Summer Reading Program if you haven't already done so or come into the library to register and receive a welcome packet.

➤ Kids can also earn a prize by going on summer reading "adventures" and completing this activity log.

Program Descriptions:

• Birth through Pre-K
• Grade School
• Teens/Tweens
• Full list of children's program descriptions
• Storytime in the Park
• Storytime in the Pool

Printable SRP Tickets

Adults

To participate in the Adult Summer Reading Program, all you have to do is READ! Whatever you want. Whenever you want. This year, each book you read and program you attend earns you one ticket, which you can use for a chance to win a prize basket. Learn more about how the tickets work here.

To begin, pick up an Adult Summer Reading packet either at the Summer Reading Carnival kickoff on Saturday, June 6th, from 1-3pm, or at the Circulation Desk anytime after the 6th. 

Adult Summer Reading Log

More about our Adult Summer Reading Program

Unearthing Nature’s Pantry - June 3rd from 6:30-7:30pm

Unearthing Your Home’s History - June 4th from 6:30-7:30pm

Dig Into Crafting - June 8th from 6:30-7:30pm

Unearth Calm in Chaos - June 10th from 6:00-7:00pm

Unearthing a Page-Turning Treasure in the Steel City - June 13th from 1:00-2:00pm

Unearth Your Roots - July 13th from 6:00-7:00pm

Earthy Beats with Drum Nexus - July 15th from 5:30-7:00pm

Unearthing the History of Grave Creek Mound and Beyond - July 25th from 12:00-1:00pm

Past Summer Reading Programs at the Ohio County Public Library:

Other Reading Programs

Interested in joining a book club?

We have those too!

Other Reading Programs

Interested in joining a book club?

We have those too!