Read to the Beat illustrations by Harry Woodgate and © The Reading Agency 2026.
This summer, we'll be holding lots of fun events and activities throughout the borough for this year's Summer Reading Challenge.
Events will include:
- Books, Beats and Beyond - Get creative and let music and rhythm take centre stage by making a colourful collage, your very own story, song lyrics or poem, or share a dazzling book review.
- Build to the Beat - Get ready to click, stack, and groove! In this creative LEGO® session, explore stories filled with rhythm, music, and movement—then bring the beats to life using LEGO®.
- Running your Own Race - Meet the Author - Join Abena Eyeson for an inspiring event as she introduces readers to her middle-grade novel 'Running My Own Race', which has been included in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge book list.
More details, including dates, locations and booking details, will be added soon.
Save the dates - The Imagination Station
A fun, free drop-in day with activities for all the family.
- Friday 31 July, 11am to 4pm. Botwell Green Library
- Thursday 13 August, 10am to 3pm. The Great Barn at Manor Farm Site