Georgia Reads

06/15/2026

🇺🇸📚 Celebrate America 250 with a library card that’s as special as the occasion!

The limited edition Georgia Reads for America 250 library card is available now at participating libraries across Georgia. Whether you’re signing up for your very first library card or getting a replacement, this commemorative design is a great way to show your love for reading and libraries.

While you’re there, be sure to pick up the Georgia Reads for America 250 book list and sign up for the Georgia Reads for America 250 Beanstack Challenge! Track your reading, complete activities, and join readers across the state as we celebrate our nation’s history through books and lifelong learning.

Visit your local library today, grab your limited edition card, and start your America 250 reading journey!

06/11/2026

Looking for your next great read this summer? 📚☀️

Head to your local library and check out the Georgia Reads for America 250 reading list! Every public library in Georgia has copies of the featured titles available for readers of all ages—unless they’re already checked out because they’re that popular!

To make reading accessible for everyone, many titles are also available in Braille and audiobook formats. Whether you’re reading at the beach, by the pool, on a road trip, or from the comfort of home, there’s a book waiting for you.

Visit your local library, pick up a title from the list, and join readers across Georgia as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through stories that inspire, educate, and connect us.

06/05/2026

Senior Program Manager with GeorgiaForward Chan Weeks discusses the Georgia Reads for America250, an initiative designed to strengthen civic literacy and leadership across the state.

06/01/2026

Lee County is throwing the ultimate Happy Birthday USA Party, and you are invited!

Red, White & Bluey at The Bindery at Oakland Library will begin Tuesday, June 9, at 1:00 PM! This FREE celebration is packed with fun for the whole family. Mayor Daughtry will kick things off with a special reading of Hey, Georgia by Malcolm Mitchell, plus there will be balloons, dancing, cake, and pictures with Bluey himself!

This event is part of Georgia Reads for America250, celebrating our nation's birthday through the power of literacy. Brought to you by Lee County Library and Literate Lee. This is one party you do not want to miss!

See you there! 💙❤️🤍

Read with Malcolm - Share the Magic Foundation

05/28/2026

Explore 250 years of U.S. history through Georgia's public libraries. This summer, request a limited edition America250 library card from your local public library, while supplies last.

The cards are part of the Georgia Reads for America250 celebration. As part of this year-long celebration, Georgia’s libraries are hosting engaging events and insightful programming, as well as participating in a statewide reading challenge.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/america250/

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

An event you do not want to miss!

Lee County is throwing the ultimate Happy Birthday USA Party, and you are invited!

Red, White & Bluey at The Bindery at Oakland Library will begin Tuesday, June 9, at 1:00 PM! This FREE celebration is packed with fun for the whole family. Mayor Daughtry will kick things off with a special reading of Hey, Georgia by Malcolm Mitchell, plus there will be balloons, dancing, cake, and pictures with Bluey himself!

This event is part of Georgia Reads for America250, celebrating our nation's birthday through the power of literacy. Brought to you by Lee County Library and Literate Lee. This is one party you do not want to miss!

See you there! 💙❤️🤍

Read with Malcolm - Share the Magic Foundation

05/21/2026

Celebrate our country, the power of literacy, and the communities that bring us together.

Order your Georgia Reads for America250 t-shirt now to make sure it arrives before July 4th.

Perfect for parades, fireworks, library events, family gatherings, and summer celebrations.

Shop now while sizes last.

05/20/2026

Last week, we had the opportunity to visit Books for Keeps in Athens as part of their Georgia Reads Community Award recognition! 📚✨

For years, Books for Keeps has been doing tremendous work to expand access to books and strengthen literacy opportunities for children and families across their community. We are proud to celebrate and highlight these best practices so communities across Georgia can learn from and build upon their incredible impact.