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Teen Summer Reading

June 1 - July 31

Start reading on June 1 and be entered to win weekly prize baskets! Summer Reading ends on July 31, leaving you with 9 chance to win a bundle! Plus, recieve a free book of your choice with every log submitted!

Bookmarks & Prize Entry

  1. Bookmarks can be picked up at the library or printed from home. PRINT BOOKMARKS
  2. Read 30 minutes a day and keep track on your bookmark!
  3. Submit your bookmark by 6 p.m. on Saturdays by dropping it off at the library or sending a photo via:
  4. Winners of the prize baskets will be drawn weekly.
  5. All logs must be submitted by August 31 for entry into the grand prize drawing.

Weekly Prize Baskets

Week 1: Ice Skating Basket featuring Fake Skating by Lynn Paint

Week 2: Beach Basket featuring The Summer I Turned Pretty Deluxe Box Set

Week 3: Mystical Magic Basket featuring Witch Hat Atelier 1-3

Week 4: Puzzles Basket featuring The Inheritance Games Complete Collection

Week 5: Solo Leveling Basket

Week 6: Murder Mystery Basket featuring A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Deluxe Box Set)

Week 7: Spy x Family Basket

Week 8: The Hunger Games Basket

Week 9: STEM Activities Basket

Grand Prize

Read and log EVERY week for Summer Reading to be entered to win the GRAND PRIZE of a Switch 2!

EVENTS FOR TEENS
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Teen Crafternoon - Dino Tote Bags
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Get summer reading ready with a dino-themed tote bag! Big enough to carry all your library books while still being stylish.
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room
Kick Off Summer Reading with Dinosaurs, Fossils & Fun! Pick up your reading log, explore prizes, and kick off summer at our prehistoric party!
Donuts & Documentaries - The Making of a Japanese
Sun, May 31, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Follow students and teachers at a Tokyo elementary school over a year, exploring learning, growth, and life in Japanese society.
Hunger Games Books Club - The Hunger Games
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Revisit Panem before the new Sunrise on the Reaping movie this November! Join us as we begin a monthly journey through the Hunger Games series with the original book.
Teen Crafternoon - Amber Resin Jewelry
Fri, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Craft one-of-a-kind faux amber pieces that look ancient, golden, and totally wearable - no fossils required.
Computer-Aided Design Club - Tablet or Phone Stand
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
Learn the basics of computer-aided design (CAD) while creating fun, hands-on digital projects.
Creation Station - Garden Labels
Sun, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Spruce up your garden by creating custom, painted wooden garden labels that were cut in the Makerspace!
Family Game Night
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room
Bring the whole family for a night of board games, beginner D&D, and friendly competition! Drop in, play together, and discover new favorites! All ages welcome.
Teen #FandomFriday - Origami Dinosaurs
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Fold your own dinosaur origami and create a whole herd of prehistoric paper creatures!
Custer State Park Presents - Insect Investigation
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Get a close-up look at local insects and discover how these tiny creatures quietly support healthy forests and parks - no bug expertise needed!
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Levi Coovert's Find Your Paradise Concert
Thu, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Country artist Levi Coovert shares original tunes and timeless classics on acoustic guitar, bringing joy, heart, and toe-tapping fun to the library.
Library Closed
Fri, Jun 19, All day
The library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth
Teen Book Bakes - Erupting Lava Cakes
Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Learn how to make a delicious, decadent lava cake while creating an edible Jurassic scene.
Play Through the Past
Sat, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
Discover historic games, crafts, and activities for kids and families to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday!
Donuts & Documentaries - Hard Hat Riot
Sun, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Explore the violent 1970 NYC clash between construction workers and Vietnam War protesters that exposed a growing class divide and reshaped American politics.
Open Art Session
Sun, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Unleash your artistic side and create a beautiful painting to take home. We'll provide the supplies and tutorials.
Teen #FandomFriday
Fri, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
The ultimate chill spot designed just for teens! Watch anime, delve into your beloved fandoms with crafts, and enjoy tasty treats!
Custer State Park Presents - Nature Senses
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Level Up! - Teen Gaming Night
Fri, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Get ready to *Level Up* at our epic teen gaming night! Compete in tournaments, try new games, and level up your skills with friends in a fun, laid-back setting.
Teen Book Bakes
Fri, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Where books and baking come together! Learn new kitchen skills, whip up delicious treats, and discover new recipes in this fun, hands-on teen event.
Donuts & Documentaries
Sun, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join us for a documentary and refreshments provided by The Friends of the Library!
Teen Crafternoon
Fri, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Crafternoon is the perfect place for teens and young adults to connect, indulge in delicious snacks, and unleash their creativity through crafting!
Creation Station
Sun, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Explore software, websites, and tools that can be used to create things in the Makerspace and beyond in Creation Station, focusing on a new skill each month!
Registration opens Sunday, July 19 2026 at 10:00am
Teen Crafternoon
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Crafternoon is the perfect place for teens and young adults to connect, indulge in delicious snacks, and unleash their creativity through crafting!
Teen Bring Your Own Book Club
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join our teen book club to chat about any book you're reading. Check back in to see what genre of books we will be discussing this month!
Teen #FandomFriday
Fri, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
The ultimate chill spot designed just for teens! Watch anime, delve into your beloved fandoms with crafts, and enjoy tasty treats!
Custer State Park Present - Slimy and Scaly
Sat, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Level Up! - Teen Gaming Night
Fri, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Get ready to *Level Up* at our epic teen gaming night! Compete in tournaments, try new games, and level up your skills with friends in a fun, laid-back setting.
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Thanks to the following sponsors for their support of our Summer Reading Challenge!