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Sampige is a 501(3)(c) tax-exempt registered non-profit association.

Sampige Library

A cozy Kannada library and reading space for families, children and book lovers.

Library Overview

Sampige Library is a community-led Kannada library featuring books for children, youth and adults. From story books and novels to reference material and magazines, the library is built and run by volunteers and book lovers from our community.

Families can browse books during events, borrow titles for home reading and participate in reading programs designed to nurture a lifelong love of Kannada language and literature.

Highlights

  • Curated Kannada books for all age groups.
  • Dedicated children’s corner with picture books and easy readers.
  • Borrowing during Sampige events with simple check-in/check-out.
  • Run entirely by volunteers from our community.

What you’ll find

A mix of books, programs and spaces that make Kannada reading enjoyable for everyone.

Books & Magazines

Story books, novels, poetry, essays and magazines from Karnataka.

Children’s Corner

Picture books, bilingual titles and activity books for young readers.

Digital Picks

Recommendations for e-books and audio stories in Kannada.

Reading Space

A friendly corner during events where families can sit and read together.

Reading Programs

Programs designed to make Kannada reading fun, consistent and community-driven.

Story Time & Read Aloud

Interactive story-reading sessions for children, often hosted alongside Sampige events, to build listening and speaking confidence in Kannada.

Book Clubs & Reading Circles

Themed reading groups for different age levels where participants read a common book and discuss characters, themes and new vocabulary.

Summer & Festival Challenges

Fun reading challenges during summer or around major festivals, with simple trackers and recognition for enthusiastic readers.

Kannada Resources

Curated Kannada poems, vachanas and reading lists from the Sampige community.