Read More in 2026 with the SLO County Libraries Winter Reading Challenge
Author: Erica Thatcher
Date: 12/31/2025 7:05 AM
Bingo game encourages and motivates readers
San Luis Obispo County, CA Want to build a reading habit in 2026? Tracking your reading with a Cozy Winter Reading Challenge bingo card can help you get started.
San Luis Obispo County readers can stop by any County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries location to pick up a bingo card with a different reading challenge in each square. Participants can win a prize by completing five squares in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally). Blackout bingo (completing all the squares) earns readers an entry in a grand prize drawing.
“The bingo challenge is a fan favorite. Filling in squares on a bingo card is oddly satisfying, and it’s a good way to stay motivated,” said Erica Thatcher, communications coordinator for the libraries.
This cozy challenge runs from January 2, 2026, through February 14, 2026, and is open to all ages. Unique bingo cards for kids, teens, and adults are available at all 14 SLO County Libraries locations.
Thatcher has more tips for starting (or restarting) a reading habit: “Borrow whatever interests you. And listening to audiobooks is a great way to squeeze reading and stories into your busy life.”
It’s always free to borrow or download books from the library. Visit SLOLibrary.org or use the SLO County Libraries app to get reading recommendations, reserve books, or download a BINGO card
