Read, White, & Blue: 1776-2026

The United States is turning 250 in 2026, and we are celebrating with more than just fireworks—we are celebrating with stories. Whether you are into fast-paced thrillers, epic graphic novels, or the true history of how we got here, it is time to level up your reading game for the Semi-quincentennial.

To honor 250 years of independence, we are challenging you to hit a monthly milestone that is all about the numbers:

• Your Goal: Read for 250 minutes every month.

• The Math: That is only about 8 minutes a day. You can crush that during a lunch break, in your car, or right before bed.

• What Counts: Anything! Audiobooks, eBooks, physical books, or even long-form articles. If you are reading, it counts.

Pick up a bookmark each month at the library and start tracking your time. Once you hit 250 minutes, return your bookmark to us. Every completed tracker is an automatic entry into our monthly drawing. Join the reading revolution!