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Summer Reading 2026

Readers and listeners of all ages (0 to 100+) can participate in summer reading May 29 – July 23! Whether you read 2 minutes or 2 hours, count each day you read. Track your reading at irondalelibrary.beanstack.org or in the Beanstack Tracker app.

For every 10 days you read, select a prize from the prize cart or a book from the book sale.

Choose one of 9 grand prizes and get one entry into the grand prize drawing every day you read. Winners will be announced at our Summer Reading Finale on July 23. Grand prizes are generously provided by the Friends of IPL. Grand prize options:

  • Dino Nugget Pillows
  • Instax Mini 12 Camera Set
  • Thank You Books Gift Bag and Tote
  • McWane Family Membership
  • Taste of Irondale Gift Certificate Set Featuring El Patron, Hamburger Heaven, Hot Spot, Irondale Cafe, and Sunshine’s Bakery
  • Smart Bird Feeder
  • Tiny T. Rex Plushie and Book
  • Sidewalk Film Festival Passes
  • Birmingham Zoo Family Membership

Plus, don’t miss fun events for all ages! More info can be found on our EVENTS PAGE.

All prizes must be picked up from Irondale Library by August 7. Prizes cannot be mailed.