Adult Services
Crafternoon
Wednesday, April 29th at 2 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Bring whatever craft you are currently working on and socialize with other crafters!
Snacks and drinks will be provided.
S.A.V.E. Training
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been canceled.
We will be having another presentation on July 22nd at noon, so if interested,
please pre-register for that program closer to that date. Thank you!
Classic Movie Night
Tuesday, May 5th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided!
Mocktails & Masterpieces
Wednesday, May 6th at 5:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Join us for mocktails and a guided painting session!
Due to limited supplies, we ask that patrons (18+) pre-register for this program by following this link.
Spring Plant Exchange
May 7th and 8th from 9 am to noon
Outside the Library
Take advantage of spring garden preparation by bringing in your extra seedlings,
divided perennials, or seed packet to exchange with other gardeners!
No registration necessary, just stop by the table at the front entrance of the library!
Cozy Book Club
Tuesday, May 12th 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, May 14th at noon
in the Multipurpose Room
*Please note the date change!*
Join us to discuss The Astral Library by Kate Quinn!
Food and drink will be provided.
June’s book will be Three Days in June by Anne Tyler.
July’s book will be Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton.
August’s book will be The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb.
For a full list of all titles that will be discussed in 2026, please follow this link.
Movie Matinee:
Song Sung Blue
Friday, May 15th 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 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!
