Summer Reading 2025
Plot your escape this summer at Charleston County Public Library as we host our 2025 Summer Reading Program, Read Around the World . In partnership with Charleston County School District (CCSD), this year's program invites readers of all ages to explore new worlds through books, earn prizes along the way, and enjoy special events throughout the summer.
Prizes are available for pick-up starting June 16. Learn more about our new prize schedule below.
Join the Challenge Online
Earning prizes is now easier with Beanstack - track and log reading online or through the app. Already have a Beanstack account? Sign-in to your existing account to start logging. If you don’t have access to the internet or a device, you can request a paper reading log at your local branch.
Learn how to link your CCSD Beanstack account toyour CCPL Beanstack account by clicking here.
Prize Schedule
This year, Summer Reading prizes will become available on set dates as you reach your reading milestones. Earn your prizes while supplies last and pick them up throughout the summer starting on the following dates:
- 5-hour prizes available starting June 16
- 15-hour prizes available starting July 7
- 30-hour prizes available starting July 21
Events
Join us as we celebrate Summer Reading 2025 with special programs, performances, and events for all ages at our locations throughout the County. Browse these events by branch by clicking on the locations below.
Summer Feeding
CCPL provides free meals and snacks for kids and teens ages 5-18 at select branches during the summer through partnerships with the Charleston County School District (CCSD) and the Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB).
- CCSD meal service will run from June 2 through July 25.
- LCFB meal service will run from June 9 through August 8.
Please note that there will be no service on June 19 and July 4, in observance of Juneteenth and Independence Day.
Explore
Embark on an adventure with your Charleston County Public Library card! From the great outdoors to the depths of the cosmos, your Charleston County Public Library card is your ticket to exploration. With it, gain access to parks, museums, and resources that facilitate your journey through the wonders of the Lowcountry, the state, and even the Milky Way.
Summer Reading 2025 Sponsors
