Willmar Public Library

Scary Short Story Contest

Monday, September 16th to Thursday, October 31st
This contest is open to all age ranges, though age determines how long the story can be.
For kids 12 & below, their stories can be up to 500 words. Teens 13 to 18 up to 2500 words. Adult 18+ to 5000 words.
All participants must register through this link for their work to be considered in the contest.
Full rules and requirements are on the registration page.

Featured Library Programs

September Programs

Used Book Donations

Book a Librarian

Set up an hour long, one-on-one appointment with a librarian for help with computer skills, tablets, research and more!

Appointments can be made in person, via phone (320-235-3162) or through our online form.

Available from the Library

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IRS Tax Forms State of MN Tax Forms

New!

Storytime in your language

MN Writes MN Reads

Local authors – indie, self-published, aspiring, and mainstream – can now create ebooks and share them with readers across the state and potentially across the country using free tools provided by Minnesota libraries.

For helpful hints click here

Suggest Library Materials

WPL is interested in gathering your ideas for Books, DVD’s, Music, or other resources to add to the collection. Please complete the linked form below to share your ideas. If the library adds your suggestion to the collection we will place the item on hold for you.

Suggest a Purchase

Suggest a Class or Program

Do you have an idea for a class or program that you would like to share with the Willmar community? Please submit the Program Proposal form and the library will review your idea.