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2026 Summer Reading Challenge
The challenge officially ended on July 31, and we are so grateful to everyone who spent part of their summer reading, learning, and exploring new stories. Your enthusiasm and commitment helped make this year’s program a wonderful success.
Grand prize and regional prize winners have been selected and contacted directly. Stay tuned for the announcement of our two (2) grand prize winners, who will each receive roundtrip tickets courtesy of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
2026 Summer Reading Challenge Official Prize Rules
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