# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Drop Everything and Read Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Sometimes the best plan is to pause everything and open a good book. Join us at Salina Public Library during National Library Week to celebrate Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Day! 

Throughout the day, we’re inviting everyone to take a moment, find something to read (we’ve got options and can help you find the perfect pick!), and enjoy a good book. 

Whether you have 5 minutes or the whole afternoon, everyone is welcome to visit and celebrate with us. We have a few extra surprises that any book lover won’t want to miss!

🕰️9 a.m.-8 p.m. - Drop in anytime!  
• Your reading spot awaits. Tuck into a cozy seat and enjoy a book.
• Add your current read or favorite book to our interactive community reading list and share your recommendations.
• Take a photo at our National Library Week Photo Booth. Share it online, tag us, or send to giving@salinapublic.org to be entered in a special NLW giveaway.
• Browse the Friends of the Library Book Sale shelf and add to your at-home library so you can Drop Everything and Read every day!
•Enter the Library Luck Raffle for a chance to win some amazing prizes while supporting your library.
💥 You might get caught reading by SPL staff and be rewarded with fun surprises! 💥

🕰️9:30 a.m. | Morning Reading Bite
• Donuts, coffee, and juice to enjoy while you start the morning with a book.

🕰️2:00 p.m. | Afternoon Page-Turner Snack
• Popcorn and lemonade to keep you reading through the afternoon.

🕰️5:30 p.m. | Evening Bookish Treats
• Bakery treats and juice to end your day sweetly with a book.

*All DEAR Day treats are limited and available while supplies last.*

🕰️6:30-7:30 p.m. | Evening Storytime for Youth
• Programming connected to 2026 Salina Reads!

💛 Come read, relax, and celebrate! Every book you open today is a way to enjoy stories, share your favorites, and support your library. We can’t wait to see you at SPL for a day full of reading, treats, and surprises!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/salina/drop-everything-and-read-day/200029930841504
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Salina
- **state**: KS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 301 W Elm St, Salina, KS, United States, Kansas 67401
- **lat**: 38.84461
- **long**: -97.6114
- **full address**: 301 W Elm St, Salina, KS, United States, Kansas 67401

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Drop Everything and Read Day
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Drop Everything and Read Day being held?
  - **A:** Drop Everything and Read Day takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 301 W Elm St, Salina, KS, United States, Kansas 67401.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Drop Everything and Read Day?
  - **A:** Drop Everything and Read Day is organized by Salina Public Library.

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