Winter Reading

Stick to Reading with the Idaho Steelheads

Join the Idaho Steelheads and the Meridian Library District for the 4th Annual Winter Reading Challenge! Children ages 0-18 have the opportunity to read some amazing books and earn some fantastic prizes, including a free ticket* to an Idaho Steelheads Game on April 1!

How to Participate

  • Sign up and start logging minutes you read, or minutes you are read to, beginning January 4, 2025
  • Track reading on printed reading logs or online using Beanstack
  • Pick up printed logs at one of the Meridian Library District branches
  • Last day to register is February 21, 2025

All minutes must be logged by March 14, 2025.

All ticket vouchers must be picked up by March 28, 2025.

*All families attending Steelheads Game must purchase one adult ticket to fulfill a voucher for the rest of the family. Vouchers available while supplies last.*

Track Your Progress

Beanstack is an online program for all patrons to use to track their progress in the Winter Reading Challenge. Beanstack is available through the MLD Beanstack webpage or download the app:

Watch this tutorial that explains how to register and log reading with Beanstack. 

Mascots Rascal and Blue reading a book

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group

Winter Reading Kickoff Party

6:00pm–7:30pm
All Ages/Families
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity
Event Details:

Join us for the 4th Annual Winter Reading Kickoff Party. The Meridian Library, along with the Idaho Steelheads, have teamed up again to bring you lots of Winter Reading Fun.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group

PJ Storytime with the Steelheads

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages/Families, School Age (ages 6-11)
Orchard Park
Library Branch: Orchard Park
Room: Orchard Park Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Attend an Event, Do an Activity, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a Special PJ Storytime with the Idaho Steelheads! Put on your pajamas and fuzzy slippers and join us for a fun time of stories and songs. All ages are welcome!!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let our photographer know if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.