Read, Catch, Repeat: Join the Pokémon Challenge at your local library
Trainers, get ready to power up your reading skills! The San Bernardino County Library (SBCL) is inviting readers of all ages to embark on a month-long Pokémon adventure with Read to Catch ’Em All—a reading challenge that rewards participants for checking out library items while adding a spark of Pokémon fun to your library visits.
From Feb. 1–28, 2026, participants who check out 30 items will receive a Pokéball with a mystery Pokémon character inside—a surprise for every aspiring Pokémon Master! Supplies are limited, so don’t wait too long to catch yours.
That’s not all! Trainers who reach their checkout goal will also earn an opportunity drawing ticket for a chance to win a giant plush Pokémon. Plush prizes vary by branch, and with 32 library branches across the county, there’s a Pokémon for every reader to “catch ’em all.”
“Whether you’re a Pikachu fan or a Charmander enthusiast, this program sparks excitement for reading while letting kids and families experience the thrill of a Pokémon adventure,” said SBCL Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “We can’t wait to see our readers level up their skills and catch some fun along the way.”
No need for a Pokédex—just visit your local library, check out items, and start your journey to become a reading Pokémon master!
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County Library strives to provide equal access to information, technology, events and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home.
