The Lompoc Public Library System invites the community to participate in Plant a Seed, Read!, an all-ages summer reading program rooted in encouraging nourishment for our bodies and minds.

The library reminds the community that libraries are not just a space for knowledge, they are also a space for fun.

The Lompoc Public Library will officially begin Plant a Seed, Read on June 1. During June and July, the library will host a range of free activities for children, teens and adults to encourage and support a love of reading.

Participants can earn digital raffle tickets for prizes for participation all summer long. Registrants can also earn a free book at sign up, redeemable at the Lompoc or Village libraries.

Starting Tuesday, May 26, Summer Reading Challenge registration can be completed using the Beanstack tracker mobile app or at cityoflompoc.beanstack.org. Summer Reading Challenge registration continues through July 31.

Those without internet connection may call the Lompoc Library or come into the Lompoc or Village libraries to register and log their participation.

All participants will have the opportunity to earn raffle tickets for hours read throughout the summer. Prizes range from gift certificates from local businesses to adventure backpacks.

Also returning this year is Lunch at the Library, with meals provided for children and teens at the library through a partnership with Lompoc Unified School District.

Meals are available on the youth patio, 1-1:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 15-July 31. Along with healthy meals, there will be free activities provided most days at 2 p.m.

“The annual Summer Reading Program is a great way to learn and grow throughout the summer, and we are especially excited about this year’s program, Plant a Seed, Read,” said Sarah Bleyl, Lompoc Library director.

“Please join the library for free programs, fun activities, and help us reach our community goal of reading for 400,000 minutes,” she said. “We encourage community members to stop by either library location for a listing of our activities for all ages, or to explore upcoming activities by visiting the library web page.”

For details on the Lompoc Library Summer Reading Challenge and to view the full calendar of Summer Reading Challenge activities, the community is asked to visit https://lom.blackgold.org/summerreading.

Direct questions to Lompoc Public Library, 805-875-8775.