Summer - The San Francisco Library

Summer Stride is the San Francisco Public Library's annual summer learning, reading and exploration program for all ages and abilities. This incredibly rich program invites engagement through activities, special events and even free books.

Check out the Summer Stride schedule from June through August. It includes:

  • Author talks, reading lists and book giveaways 

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning 

  • Mindful experiences in nature 

  • Workforce development opportunities for teens 

  • Meaningful connections for all ages for our diverse community 

These quality programs for all ages— are free of cost, and take place both in-person and virtually.

See all of the youth programs.

See all of the adult programs.

Activity and Reading Guide

Download the incredible Everybody Reads Summer Guide, developed by Dr. Sheryl Evans Davis, Executive Director of the Human Rights Commission, which features creative activities inspired by several titles from the SFUSD Summer Reading List.

Track Your Hours

Begin your journey towards 20 hours of summer reading, exploration, learning and fun. After you finish your 20 hours, head to the library to claim your finishing prize, a 2023 Summer Stride Library book tote!

Track your progress virtually on Beanstack. You can register individual participants as well as groups (families, classes).

Or, track your progress on our printable tracker! Color each square for every 60 minutes of participation.   Download your Activity Tracker Here.

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