Summer Library Program 2025
All Ages • June 8 - July 31, 2025
The La Crosse Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program is a treasured tradition for community members of all ages. From animal encounters to live music to exciting reading challenges for kids, teens, and adults, we've got something for everyone!
Join us for a family-friendly kick-off event on June 8 from 3:00-5:00 pm at the Nature Place or stop by the Library to pick up your summer reading materials.
Summer Reading Challenge
Children: Birth-11
Encourage your little ones to keep their reading skills sharp while instilling a lifelong love of literature! Stop by any LPL location to grab a colorful reading log, join us for exciting summer events, and earn a free book!*
Meet a wallaby. Make some magic. Join the circus.
Download the full calendar of events for our 2025 Children's Summer Reading Program here (PDF)!
*Pick up your free book at the Library between August 4 and August 15. Feel free to submit multiple reading logs; however, please note that only one free book will be issued per person.
Teen: Grades 5-12
Read to win this summer! No matter what you read (or listen to!), keep track of your progress with a teen reading log. You’ll earn a free book* and also enter a fabulous prize drawing featuring gift cards generously donated by local favorites like The Rivoli, Pearl Street Books, River City Hobbies, The Pearl, and more!
Unleash your creativity. Escape the Library. Play Nerf Battle Royale.
See a PDF of all teen summer programs here.
Click here for a video of our teen summer programs.
*Pick up your free book at the Library between August 4 and August 15. Feel free to submit multiple reading logs; however, please note that only one free book will be issued per person.
Adult: 18+
Stop by any LPL location to pick up a reading log or record five titles online of your choice this summer to earn a free book* and a chance to win fabulous prizes! To enter the prize drawing, return the completed form by July 31. You could win one of four $25 gift certificates to Downtown Main Street or a creativity prize pack!
Discover the rich history of La Crosse. Embrace the serenity of forest bathing. Savor the sound of live music.
See our calendar for a full list of summer events for adults.
*Pick up your free book at the Library between August 4 and August 15. Feel free to submit multiple reading logs; however, please note that only one free book will be issued per person.
Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens
Main Library M-F, food drop-off between noon and 1:00 pm. North Library T, W, Th, food drop-off between noon and 1:00 pm.
Creation Space at the Franciscan Spirituality Center Starting June 4