Add color to your life with 2025’s Summer Reading theme, Color Our World! Summer Reading is for all ages! Participate in our Summer Reading Program and track your reading hours to unlock exciting prizes! Join us for engaging events as you explore a world of books and fun. It’s the perfect way to enjoy summer while nurturing your love for reading.
Summer Reading starts on June 1, and runs through July 13.

How to Register
Signing up is quick and easy:
- Visit lascruces.beanstack.org.
- Create an account for yourself or your family.
- Add the Summer Reading 2025 Color Our World challenge to your account.
- Alternatively, download the Beanstack app, search for “Las Cruces Public Libraries,” and register directly through the app.
How it Works:
- Enjoy reading!
- Sign into your Beanstack account.
- Log your reading time.
- After you have completed the challenge, collect your prize!
Reading Goals and Prizes
- Children and Teens:
- Goal: Read or listen for 20 minutes a day.
- Reward: Receive a prize every 7 days!
- Adults:
- Goal: Read or listen for 20 minutes a day.
- Reward: Receive a prize every 14 days!
Prizes can be redeemed starting June 8 until July 31.
Summer Reading is brought to you by:
- Friends of Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
- Streeter Law Firm
- Institute of Museum and Library Services
- Eastern New Mexico University
- New Mexico State Library
- Freddy’s
- Dion’s