Take the 2026
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Read and log 5 books between January 1 and March 31 to complete the challenge! For extra bookish fun, enter weekly giveaways each Friday during Winter Reading through our Book Chat Facebook group.
Challenge Update: It is impressive to see so many reading goals achieved--the library has officially run out of Winter Reading prize pouches! For those still working through the challenge, keep reading! Finishing five titles in three months is an awesome achievement. Meanwhile, mark your calendars for May 15 when Summer Reading begins with an all-new prize.
FAQs
How many badges can I earn?
- 8 Reading Log Badges (prize earned on Badge 5)
- 5 Activity Badges (see below for details!)
- 3 Review Badges
How long is the challenge?
Read and log 5 books between January 1st and March 31st to complete the challenge. The option to log books only remains open until April 15th.
Note: Logged books can count toward multiple challenges, as long as you’re signed up for them. This means you can make progress toward the Adult Winter Reading goal and our 2026 Year-Round Challenge at the same time.Â
Activity Badges You Can Earn
Are you a Genre Professional?
Share your opinions on book genres.
Are you a Nonfiction Expert?
Share your opinions on nonfiction topics.
'Tis Cozy Season
Share with us what you do to stay warm and cozy during each season.
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Is it snowing? Even if it's not, go outside and enjoy the cold air. It's good for the soul.
Winter Weather Wisdom
Let's test your knowledge on how much you know about Winter and its activities.
