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Summer Reading

Cambridge Public Library Summer Reading for All Ages

June 21 – August 15, 2025

 

REGISTER HERE!

View the calendar of special summer reading events.

  

How to Register 

Sign up for Summer Reading here.

You can also visit one of our Library locations to register, pick up a bingo board, and receive a special registration gift (while supplies last). 

 

How to Play

Keep track of books you read June 21 – August 15, 2025, by writing the book title/author in the matching square. Book titles may be used only once per board.

 

How to Win

BINGO: Complete a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line! Show your completed bingo line to Library staff to earn a reward (while supplies last) AND be entered into a drawing for a bookstore gift card.

BLACKOUT: Complete all of the squares for an extra challenge! Beginning July 21, turn in your board and receive a special prize (while supplies last).

 

How to Submit Entries

Submit the front and back of your completed board (with either a bingo or blackout) in one of the following ways. 

BRING your board (or a copy) to any branch of the Cambridge Public Library

EMAIL a picture of your board to cplsummerreading@cambridgema.gov

 

ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5 P.M. ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2025. Limit one board per person. All prizes must be collected in-person.

 

Need reading suggestions? 

Ask your librarian, view librarian-curated book lists, or request personalized recommendations.

 

Funding for Summer Reading has been generously provided by the City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library Foundation and Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.

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