Adult Services
Adult Take and Make:
Lilac Pom Pom Painting
For this Take and Make, we will be making a Lilac Pom Pom Painting! To reserve a kit,
please sign-up online. A staff member will contact you when it is ready for pick up.
Pressed Flowers Candle Decorating
Tuesday, April 29th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us for a Pressed Flowers Candle Decorating class with Meredith Semel!
Due to limited supplies, we ask that people pre-register for this program by following this link.
This project is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.
Crafternoon
Wednesday, April 30th 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.
Seed Library Social
Container Gardening
Saturday, May 3rd from 9:30 to 11:30 am
in the Multipurpose Room
Get the best techniques and tips for growing flowers, vegetables, or herbs in containers!
Snacks and beverages provided.
Classic Movie Night
Tuesday, May 6th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
College Students Study Session
Wednesday, May 7th at 6 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Come to the Willmar Public Library for a study session before finals week!
We will have pizza and drinks available for students as they study, either individually or in groups!
Please pre-register to give us an idea of how many pizzas we will need by following this link.
Sidewalk Plant Exchange
Thursday, May 8th and Friday, May 9th from 9 am to noon
by the front entrance of the Willmar Public Library
Bring your extra seeds, plants, and supplies to the front of the library and exchange with other gardeners!
Cozy Book Club
Tuesday, May 13th 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, May 15th at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to discuss The Lighthouse Road by Peter Geye!
Food and drink will be provided.
June’s book will be The Briar Club by Kate Quinn.
July’s book will be Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule by Jennifer Chiaverini.
August’s book will be Vox by Christina Dalcher.
Movie Matinee
Friday, May 16th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Mini Curiosity Cabinet
Adult Art Program
Tuesday, May 20th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Using old tin containers, we will create mini curiosity cabinets!
Due to limited supplies, we ask that patrons pre-register for this program by following this link.
Meditation Charts
with Jen Danielson
Thursday, May 22 at 5pm-6pm
Make your own meditation chart and learn new affirmations.
Based on the chakra system we will learn an easy affirmation technique
and design a personal chart to use for everyday meditation.
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives
Saturday, May 24th at 10 am
in the Multipurpose Room and on Zoom
A representative from the MN Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office will be giving a presentation on this issue,
which can be viewed in the Multipurpose Room at the Willmar Public Library or accessed online through Zoom.
Please sign up to give us an idea of a headcount and to receive the Zoom access information by following this link.
Crafter Dark
Wednesday, May 28th at 6 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Bring whatever craft you are working on and socialize with other crafters!
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!
