Adult Summer Reading 2025
Summer Reading for all ages takes place June 1 through August 31! Pick up a bingo card in person at any BPL location or download one online.
Participants may visit any BPL location to receive a Summer Reading tote bag, while supplies last.* Once you complete bingo, you may visit any BPL location to receive a Summer Reading sticker, while supplies last.
Adults who want an extra challenge can choose the Read More card instead of the classic Adult bingo card. Bingo cards are also available in languages other than English.
* BPL Summer Reading tote bags are on their way! When you visit any BPL location and pick up a bingo card, staff will take down your name and email address. We'll notify you when your bag is ready for pick-up!
Join the Summer Reading Community
We would love to hear about your summer reading books and activities! Stop by your local BPL location to put your completed challenges on the library’s Bingo Board and share what you’ve been up to with other summer reading participants. Can’t come in person? Email us at bingo@bpl.org. We will put your completed challenge on the board for you. We also have summer reading events planned throughout the summer. Visit bpl.org/events to learn about programs at your local library.
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Get Help with a Summer Reading Challenge
We have put together suggestions for some of the different challenges on this year's bingo card below. You do not have to follow our suggestions! They are only meant to help you if you're having trouble deciding what to read or how to complete an activity.
Fill out a Shelf Service Request to receive personalized book recommendations from a BPL librarian. Contact bingo@bpl.org with any questions about the Adult Summer Reading program.
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Summer Reading is generously supported by the Boston Public Library Fund. To learn more, please visit the Fund's website.
