2026 Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party

Get ready to grow and feed your mind! The Eglin Community Library is launching this year’s Summer Reading Program featuring the theme, “Plant a Seed, Read”, with an epic get-together on May 30, from 10 a.m. to Noon!

Join the library for a morning of fun including crafting stations, giveaways, games, and more! The first 100 sprouts (children) through the door will receive a legendary goodie bag! (Must be present to win.)

The library staff will be on hand to assist you with Summer Reading registration and reveal this year’s incredible incentives and grand prizes!

No registration required to attend. Bring your family, your spouse, your buddies, that co-worker you want to introduce to your monthly book club, or just bring yourself and make some new friends, EVERYONE is invited to this fun, community event! Open to all with base access.

Prepare for an adventure filled summer with books, recipes for fun (more events!), and the chance to unlock amazing rewards! Learn more: eglin96fss.com/library/summer-reading

The iREAD® theme for this year’s program is Plant a Seed, Read — “Plant a Seed, Read” is rooted in the concept of farm to table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology. iREAD 2026: Plant a Seed, Read will provide a context for exploring culture, history, science, health, and human connection.