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🌱 Plant a Seed – Read! 🌻
2026 Summer Reading Program

June 1st through August 21st
We are so excited for our Summer Reading Program here at the Willmar Public Library!
Our theme this year is Plant a Seed, Read! It will run from June 1 through August 21,
and there will be programs for patrons of all ages. Read and attend events to earn prizes!
We will have a number of special events for children, teens, and adults throughout the summer
to keep everyone engaged in reading, learning, and staying active.
The more you read and participate, the better your chances are to earn one of our grand prizes!
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and keep an eye on our website for announcements and registration information.
Prizes and programs made possible with support from our sponsors:
Friends of the Willmar Public Library
Janning ENT
Jennie-O
Lulu Bean’s
Willmar Community Foundation
Prairielands Library Exchange
Healthy Fusion
MN Clean Water & Land Legacy Amendment

Little People Storytime

Wednesdays at 10 am
This program has stories, songs, and playtime for littles!
Best for kids 0-3.

Pokemon Club

Tuesday, May 19 at 4 pm
Make your own Pokemon bookmark!
Choose from Bulbasaur, Charmander, Jigglypuff,
or Pikachu! No registration needed.

LEGO Club

Wednesday, June 3 | 3:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Test your creativity and skills! Join us for free-building
or use a kit to make a LEGO creation!

Story and a Snack

Thursday, June 4 | 3:30 pm
Book and Cook has evolved into a Story and a Snack!
Calling all kids who love books and food!
We will read a picture book as a group
followed by a tasty snack to share.
Best for kindergarten-grade 3 accompanied
by an adult. Register here.

Children’s Matinee:
Goat

Friday, June 5 | 3:30 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
You “herd” it here first: our movie choice
for this month is Goat! Popcorn and
lemonade will be provided!

ECFE at the Library

Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am
Sing songs, read books, and make crafts with
Willmar’s ECFE teachers!

CLIMB Theatre:
Once Upon A Beanstalk

Tuesday, June 16 | 3:00 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Jack is a curious kid who loves adventures,
exploring, and digging up new ideas. When he
finds a magic bean, he plants it in hopes of
growing lots of food for his family. Much to
Jack’s surprise, it grows a giant beanstalk that
stretches all the way into the sky. Being the
adventurer he is, Jack climbs the beanstalk
and discovers the Land of the Giants. However,
in this new land, Jack just can’t keep his hands
to himself and keeps taking things that don’t
belong to him. With the help of the audience,
Jack learns to own up to his actions and plant
a SEED to succeed.

The interactive performance is around 35 minutes
long and is best suited for children up to 10 years old.

Screenprinting
& Seed Bombs

Thursday, June 25 | 3:00 pm
in the Multipurpose Room
Local artist Maria Novak is here to teach us
about and help us do a little screenprinting,
along with some seed bomb construction!
To join in on the fun, make sure to register here
as space is limited. For ages 6-12. This program
was paid in full by a Legacy Amendment grant.