Adult Services
Cozy Book Club
Tuesday, December 9th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
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 Junk Journal Club
Tuesday, December 16th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
For this program, we will be making Jane Austen-inspired Accordion Fold Domino Booklet
in honor of her 250th birthday!
Paper Poinsettia Adult Art Program
Tuesday, December 16th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to make paper poinsettias! To sign up for this program, please follow this link.
WPL Book Club
Thursday, December 18th at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon!
Food and drink will be provided.
January 2026’s book will be Atmosphere: A Love Story by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
February 2026’s book will be The Quiet Librarian by Allen Eskens.
March 2026’s book will be With a Vengeance by Riley Sager.
Movie Matinee: Superman
Friday, December 19th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Dakota 38 Screening
Friday, January 2nd at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
In commemoration of the 38 Native Americans hanged on December 26th, 1862, we will be screening the movie Dakota 38.
This film is about Jim Miller, a Native American who had a dream about riding horseback in the plains of South Dakota.
He eventually organized a ride to honor the 38 Native Americans killed in the largest mass execution in U.S. History after The Dakota War.
The movie covers the horse riders’ journey, those who helped them, and the history that inspired the ride in the first place. It is free to view.
Classic Movie Night
Tuesday, January 6th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Cozy Book Club
Tuesday, December 9th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
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, January 15th at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us to discuss Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid!
Food and drink will be provided.
February’s book will be The Quiet Librarian by Allen Eskens.
March’s book will be With a Vengeance by Riley Sager.
April’s book will be The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick.
For a full list of all titles that will be discussed in 2026, please follow this link.
Movie Matinee: The Naked Gun
Friday, January 16th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Hot Cocoa & Creations
Tuesday, January 20th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us for a hot chocolate bar and a guided painting session!
Due to limited supplies, please pre-register to give us an idea of a headcount by following this link.
Crafter Dark
Wednesday, January 28th at 6 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Bring in whatever craft you are working on (knitting, diamond painting, etc.) 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 a half hour to an hour long, one-on-one appointment with a librarian.
To see a full breakdown of the assistance available and unavailable with this service, please reference our Book a Librarian FAQs.
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!
