Adult Services
2025 Adult Summer Reading Program
June 2 – August 30
The 2025 Adult Summer Reading Program starts June 2nd and will
be going until August 30th. Participants can pick up a Bingo Card from either
the Information or Circulation Desks, or print it from home [pdf].
You will need to read books or complete activities that fill the prompt
in each box in order to fill in that space. Everyone will get 5 chances
to get a prize as they fill in their cards and get bingos.
For each bingo, patrons can come to the Information Desk and
get a scratch off ticket that will determine whether they will receive
a prize that day, or a chance at the Grand Prize at the end of the summer.
Once you have filled all the squares and gotten a blackout,
your bingo card itself will be used as an entry for the Grand Prize as well.
Take and Make:
Friendship Bracelet
For this Take and Make, we will be making a friendship bracelet!
Register for a kit online .
A staff member will contact you when it is ready for pick up.
WPL Junk Journal Club
Tuesday, August 19th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
In this meeting, we will be making Journal Covers and “faux” paper dyeing!
Learn About the Library
Wednesday, August 20th from 5 to 8 pm
Reserve a thirty minute time slot to get a tour of the library, a lesson on how to use the catalog,
and an overview on all the things that the Willmar Public Library has to offer!
You can register as an individual or in a group, though we do ask that there be no more than five people per group.
To register for a tour, please follow this link.
WPL Book Club
Thursday, August 21st at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to discuss Vox by Christina Dalcher!
Food and drink will be provided.
September’s book will be The Daughters of Kobani by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon.
October’s book will be They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.
November’s book will be The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki.
The View from Split Rock:
Author Talk with Lee Radzak
Saturday, August 23rd at 10 am
*Rescheduled Date from June*
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us for a program of history, stories, and beautiful photography about Minnesota’s most iconic landmark.
Lee Radzak worked for the Minnesota Historical Society for 43 years.
From 1982 until 2019, he served as Site Manager at Split Rock Lighthouse,
longer than any of the lighthouse keepers stationed at Split Rock when it was an operating lighthouse.
Lee is the author of the book The View from Split Rock: A Lighthouse Keeper’s Life along with Curt Brown.
There will be copies of the book available for purchase, while supplies last, and it can be found on Amazon.
The Friends of the Willmar Public Library will be providing refreshments.
Pick up your free ticket at the Information Desk at the Willmar Public Library!
Class on Cross Stitching
Tuesday, August 26th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Get a tutorial on cross stitching, along with a cross stitch kit you will take home with you.
All registration spots have been taken. We look forward to seeing those that pre-registered on the 26th!
Crafternoon
Wednesday, August 27th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Bring whatever craft you are working on and socialize with other crafters!
Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Classic Movie Night
Tuesday, September 2nd at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tuesday, September 9th from 9 am to 3 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Those interested in participating can either call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767),
go on the American Red Cross Blood Drive app, or visit redcrossblood.org to sign up to donate.
Seed Library Social
Thursday, September 11th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Meet us in the Multipurpose Room for a session on seed saving and preparing your garden for winter!
Snacks and coffee, tea, or water provided.
Cozy Book Club
Tuesday, September 16th in the Multipurpose Room
5:30-6 pm: Social (half)hour
6-6:45 pm: Curl up with your book
6:45 – 7:30 pm: Discussion
During Cozy Book Club, participants can come and go at any time! Curated for those who want low-stress socialization,
all are encouraged to bring the book they are currently reading and even a blanket, cushion, or pillow!
If a patron just wants to come to read with others and not talk before or after, we welcome them to.
Snacks and drinks will be provided.
WPL Book Club
Thursday, September 18th at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to discuss The Daughters of Kobani by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon!
Food and drink will be provided.
October’s book will be They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.
November’s book will be The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki.
December’s book will be The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon.
Movie Matinee:
Thunderbolts
Friday, September 19th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Ask the Experts!
Have a question or comment/feedback for a seed librarian? You are always welcome to stop by the information desk, or fill out our online form and we will contact you!
You can also visit the University of Minnesota Extension site, which has many helpful topics from the Master Gardeners. Happy Gardening!
Library of Things Checkouts
Books not your thing? Remember, you can use your library card to check out any items available in our catalog including: board games, yard games, fitness kits, audiovisual kits, active mind kits, and more!
Willmar Public Library Makerspace
Register here to use our Makerspace equipment. Equipment must be used in the library and consumable materials are not supplied. Makerspace users must agree to the Makerspace Policy and complete training on safety and equipment use. Reservations required.
Seed Library
Access the Seed Library in the Willmar Public Library during regular hours.
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.
Personalized Reading Recommendation Service
Stuck in a reading rut? Looking for a great read? Or a gift idea for a friend or family member? Ask a librarian! Fill out this form and tell us a little bit about your tastes, or the tastes of the person you have in mind. A member of our team of avid readers will create a hand-picked list of books and authors you might enjoy. The more you can tell us, the better our suggestions will be!
