Teen Services
Teen Summer Reading Program
June 6th – August 31st
Rules: Every 5 books read gets you an entry towards your grand prize basket of choice as well as a spin of the prize wheel. Each program you attend also gets you a grand prize entry. At the end of the summer, one person will be drawn for each grand prize basket. The more you read, the more chances you have at winning!
Good luck and have a great summer!
Print a reading log here or visit the library to pick some up. Reading logs can be turned in at the library’s reference desk.
Prizes are sponsored by the Friends of the Willmar Public Library
Teen Lit Loot
July’s Lit Loot Bag theme: Mystery
How it works: You’ll receive a library book personally selected based on your interests and a bag of goodies that go with the theme! This program is for ages 12-19 only. One bag/book per month. You will need to re-register each month that you’d like to receive a lit loot. Register for lit loot here.
Upcoming themes:
August – Kawaii
Teen Craft: Forest Book Nook
Wednesday, July 6th at 6pm
Learn how to make a magical forest book nook! All supplies are provided. Teens (ages 12-18) and their guardians are welcome to register. This craft will take at least an hour to complete, so be sure to plan accordingly! Register here.
This program was made possible with funds from Prairielands
Teen Gaming Club
Friday, July 8th at 3:30pm
(Every 2nd Friday)
Play games on our Xbox One or board and card games from our collection! Food and drink provided. Some games are rated 13+
Upcoming Dates:
August 12th
Take & Make:
Tiny Hat Clip
Available starting July 11th
Make an adorable miniature hat! Register here. Supplies are limited. One kit per person.
Teen Hangout
Wednesday, July 13th at 5:30pm
(Every 2nd Wednesday)
Enjoy video games, arts and crafts, board and card games, and snacks and drinks! Ages 12-18 only. No registration required.
Upcoming Dates:
August 10th
Teen Movie Night
Wednesday, July 20th at 5:30pm
(Every 3rd Wednesday)
Join us for popcorn, refreshments, and a great movie! Ages 12-18 only. No registration required.
We’ll be watching: TBA
Upcoming Dates:
August 17th
Take & Make:
Mason Jar Luminary
Available starting July 25th
Create a beautiful blue mason jar luminary! Register here.Teens only (ages 12-18). Supplies are limited. One kit per person.
Teen Book Club
Friday, July 22nd @ 4pm
Get together to discuss this month’s book! Snacks and drinks provided. No registration necessary, just show up!
This month we’ll be reading: The Girl from the Other Side by Adrienne Beck Nagabe
Upcoming dates:
August 26th
Take & Make:
Watermelon Fan
Available starting August 1st
Create this stylish and useful watermelon fan! Register here.Teens only (ages 12-18). Supplies are limited. One kit per person.
Take & Make:
Ice Cream Keychain
Available starting August 15th
Make this yummy pompom ice cream cone keychain! Register here. Teens only (ages 12-18). Supplies are limited. One kit per person.
