The library is closed Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27

Summer Reading Challenge

Read Renew Repeat

Earn points to win prizes!

  • Read books or eBooks
  • Listen to audiobooks or eAudiobooks
  • Find secret codes and complete missions
  • All ages are welcome to participate
  • No library card required

Sign Up or Log On to READsquared

  • Sign in to your account if you participated in other challenges
  • Download the READsquared app:  iOS | Android

Free Giveaways! 

Starting May 24, Youth & Teen SRC participants can pick up a free T-shirt at the Youth Services or Teen Services Desks.  Adult SRC participants can pick up a free Tote Bag at the Adult Services Desk.  While supplies last!

Adults

Earn Points

  • Each book read = 150 points
  • Mission Completed = 100 points
  • Secret Code Entered = 25 points

Win Prizes

  • Weekly Drawings – $10 Downtown Wheaton gift cards or WPL swag item, 2 winners each week
  • Grand Prize Drawings (1,000 points) – entry into a drawing to win a $50 (2 winners) or $100 Downtown Wheaton gift card

 

Teens in grades 6-12

Earn Points

  • Each hour read = 25 points
  • Mission Completed = 25 -100 points
  • Secret Code Entered = 25 points

Win Prizes

  • Level 1 (500 points) - choose a coupon or prize from our prize box
  • Level 2 (1,000 points) - choose a coupon or a prize from our prize box and get a coupon for a free book from the Friends of the Library book sale
  • Every hour you log enters you into our weekly drawings
  • Earn 1,000 points and get entered into our Grand Prize Drawing

 

Youth from birth to entering 5th grade

Earn Points

  • Each day you read = 25 points
  • Mission completed = 25 points each
  • Secret Code Entered = 25 points
  • Print Log if you prefer paper instead of the app

Win Prizes

  • Level 1 (500 points) - Brag Tag and choose a prize from our prize binder
  • Level 2 (1,000 points) - Brag Tag, choose a prize from our prize binder, and a coupon for a free book from the Friends of the Library book sale
  • Complete the program by earning 1,000 points to be entered into our Grand Prize Drawing

 

Thank you to our donors

Thank you to the following partners who provided prizes

  • Friends of WPL
  • Classic Cinemas
  • Fox Bowl
  • Kane County Cougars
  • Kimmer’s Ice Cream
  • Learning Express
  • The Little Popcorn Store
  • Main Event
  • Wheaton Park District

Upcoming Events

Summer Reading Kick-off & Ice Cream Social

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Middle School, High School, Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, All Ages
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

All ages. Join us on the West Plaza to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Read, Renew, Repeat! Grab a free ice cream treat and enjoy some strolling magical entertainment with Gary Kantor while listening to some DJ'ed tunes!

Disclaimer(s)

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Color and Solve

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Geared for K-5

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Build Your Own Board Game

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 and families

Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your game is yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Teen Book Box Subscription (Summer)

All Day
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Complete our Subscription Form by June 5 to register and enjoy a pre-selected Young Adult book each month. 

Build Your Own Board Game

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Geared for K-5 and families

Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your game is yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Book Buddies

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Spend some time reading with our teen volunteers this summer. Grab a book you'd like to read and we'll pair you up with a teen!

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Sew with Me Studio 11am

11:00am - 11:45am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Sew with Me Studio 12pm

12:00pm - 12:45pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Sew with Me Studio 2pm

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Early Childhood Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-6 with caregiver (required)

Grab your grownup and try out the library's sewing machines. We'll have a variety of material for you to use and your creations are yours to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Nature Walk

9:30am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: West Plaza
Age Group: Youth, Families, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Event Details:

Children and families

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Children & Caregivers

This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Mark Anderson Cartooning: Summer Games

10:30am - 11:30am
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Art, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.

Bee-Friendly Gardening

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wheaton Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Art, DIY, Gardening & Nature, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Now that we're within the Midwest growing season, it's time to work on our gardens; are we going out of our comfort zones with fruits and vegetables, or maybe we want to start small, yet helpfully, with flowers and herbs.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.