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News & Events for Teens
July 2026 |
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Pressed Flower BookmarksThursday, July 9 • 6–7:30 pm
Read in style with your new floral bookmarks! We will provide the supplies, you provide the creativity. Registration is required.
Register for Pressed Flower Bookmarks |
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Start a Junk Journal!Thursday, July 16 • 6–7:30 pm
Junk Journaling is a great way to memorialize your movie tickets, your theme park paper bracelets, or other things that you don’t want to throw away, but you don’t know what to do with it. We encourage participants to bring any of these items that they have, and we will bring the journals! Registration is required.
Register for Junk Journals |
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Summer Reading Program
Our Summer Reading Program is going strong, and it’s not too late to join in! Readers of all ages are invited to sign up, track their reading, and earn prizes throughout the season. Whether you’ve been busy or just heard about it, now’s the perfect time to get started. Visit the Summer Reading Room at your Library or head over to our website to register and start reading today!
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Summer Hours
Please note the following changes to our regular hours from Memorial Day–Labor Day:
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Holiday Hours
We will be closed on Saturday, July 4. |
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Programs & Events
Library programs, events, and activities are free and open to the public, but some may require registration. A waiting list is available if registration is full.
View the full calendar, or keep reading for this month's adult events! |
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Lotería
Tuesday, July 7 • 1–2 pm
Tuesday, July 7 • 2:30–3:30 pm
Join us for a fun-filled family Lotería
event with this easy-to-learn game!
Enjoy an afternoon of laughter,
prizes, and community as we
play this beloved Mexican game
together. Registration is required.
Please register for only one session.
Register for Lotería
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America Family Trivia
Wednesday, July 8 • 1–2 pm
Wednesday, July 8 • 2:30–3:30 pm
Celebrate America’s 250 birthday with some family trivia! We will cover various topics to test your history knowledge. Registration is required.
Register for America Family Trivia |
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Assistance for Job Seekers
Thursday, July 9 • 11 am–1 pm
Thursday, July 23 • 11 am–1 pm
Looking for your first job? We can help you get started. Learn how to find job openings, write a resume that stands out, prepare for interviews, build computer skills, explore training opportunities, and even file for Unemployment Insurance if needed.
Register for Job Assistance |
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Teen After Hours - Nerf Night
Friday, July 10 • 6–9 pm
Join us for this epic Nerf battle between the stacks! Team up and play classic games like Capture the Flag, Wingman, and Zombies with M.A.N.O. (Milwaukee Area Nerf Outings). The hosts provide the ammo, equipment and expertise to ensure the event is safe, fun and welcoming to all players. Games will end around 8 pm, and the last hour will be a fun cleanup competition! Registration is required.
Register for Nerf Night!
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Papercraft PartyMonday, July 13 • 6–8 pm
Looking for a cool card or bookmark idea? Come to our monthly Papercraft Party! Use our stash of high‑quality papers and supplies to design your own creations. We’ve got everything you need—but bring your own materials if you want to make something extra unique!
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Farmers Market
Saturday, July 18 • 8 am–12 pm
Stop by the Library stand at the Farmers Market for a craft and to see what’s new at the Library! |
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Clementine Classes
Wednesday, July 22 • 1:30–2 pm
Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on the Library lawn to learn some fun facts about Clementine and bearded dragons. |
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Teen Game Night - Board Game Night!
Thursday, July 23 • 6–7:30 pm
Bring your friends for a competitive night of board and card games! Bring your favorite games, or play one of the games from our Library of Things. |
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Youth Paint-Your-Pet Art Competition
Friday, July 24 • 2–4 pm
Celebrate your pet with a fun painting workshop! Use your pet’s photo (or one of ours) to create a canvas painting with artist guidance. Finished pieces will be judged, with cash prizes awarded. Ages 4–18. Registration is preferred.
Register for the Art Competition
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Teen Game Night - Trading Card Games!
Thursday, July 30 • 6–7:30 pm
Pokémon! Magic! Lorcana! Oh my! Come down to the library and celebrate your favorite trading card games. You can bring your collection to show off, trade, or even play! |
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Teen Book Crates
The Library’s free subscription service for teens that doesn’t require a subscription! Get a monthly box full of books tailored to your reading preferences, as well as snacks, stickers, and other fun stuff that you get to keep!
Tell me more about Teen Book Crates! |
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Email Newsletters
Sign up to receive age-specific book lists, news, and event emails.
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