County Library vending machines put books in kids’ hands

Collage showing ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new book vending machines in libraries. Smiling groups, colorful yellow and blue balloon decor. — The San Bernardino County Library is proud to unveil our new book vending machines across all districts, made possible with the support of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors. Swipe, select, and start your next adventure!

Thanks to the generous support of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, the San Bernardino County Library is making reading more fun than ever with brand-new book vending machines for kids!

During library programs, children who show positive behaviors — such as listening, sharing, helping out or joining in with enthusiasm — can earn a token from branch staff. That token can then be “spent” at the vending machine to pick out a brand-new book.

“The vending machines turn everyday good behavior into a fun, exciting reward,” said County Librarian Melanie Orosco. “It’s a great way to celebrate our youngest library visitors while showing them that the library is a welcoming place for kids and families.”

The book vending machines are available at these library locations:

Chino Branch, 13180 Central Ave., Chino
Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana
Hesperia Branch, 9650 7th Ave., Hesperia
Highland Sam J. Racadio Library and Environmental Learning Center
7863 Central Ave., Highland
Muscoy Baker Family Learning Center, 2818 Macy St., Muscoy

The books inside encourage creativity, learning and smiles — and every child who participates walks away feeling celebrated. Beyond just a fun reward, this program helps children and families take the next step in building their own home libraries, fostering a love of reading that extends well beyond the library walls.

With these machines, the County Library is making library programs more engaging, rewarding and downright fun for kids and their families — while planting the seeds for a lifelong love of reading.

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.

Additional County Update News – May 21, 2026