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News & Events for Teens
April 2026 |
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Teen Summer Library VolunteersWant a fun, rewarding summer and a chance to make new friends? We’ve got you covered! We’re looking for teen summer library program volunteers. Apply today!
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Holiday Hours
Please note the following changes to our regular hours in April:
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Bracelet Making!
Thursday, April 23 • 6–7 pm
Join us for a night of bracelet making fun! We will have materials for woven bracelets, knotted bracelets, and pony bead bracelets.
Register for Bracelet Making! |
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Jurassic Journey Reading ChallengeApril 1–30
Teens who read five books in April can earn a free child’s ticket to Jurassic Journey (with the purchase of an adult ticket) at the Waukesha Expo Center, May 8–25.
Jurassic Journey is the Midwest’s largest animatronic dinosaur attraction, featuring over 60 life-size dinosaurs—including a 40-foot T‑Rex—plus rides, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities for all ages. One admission includes everything needed for a full day of family fun and discovery.
Pick up a reading log at the Library beginning Wednesday, April 1. Return completed logs by Thursday, April 30 to receive a ticket voucher.
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April Reading Challenge
Read 10 hours this month and earn a Beardie Buck good for $1 toward the purchase of a Friends Book Sale item! Visit the New Children’s Shelf to pick up your log, track your reading, and return the completed log to the desk within the first week of May. All ages.
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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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Gardening Webinar with Melinda Myers
Wednesday, April 1 • 6:30–8 pm
Learn some tips and strategies that will help you to maximize your harvest in any available space. Whether you have a dedicated garden, grow in containers or squeeze fruits, vegetables, and herbs into your other garden beds, we will help you grow lots of produce no matter what your limitations.
Register for the Gardening Webinar! |
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Mario Mayhem!
Thursday, April 2 • 10–11 am
Enjoy these out of this world crafts to celebrate the new Super Mario Galaxy movie! |
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, April 2 • 6–7 pm
Join us for a short Library Dungeons and Dragons campaign!
Register for Teen D&D!
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Assistance for Job Seekers
Thursday, April 9 • 11 am–1 pm
Thursday, April 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 Pokémon Club!
Thursday, April 9 • 6–7 pm
Gotta catch ‘em all—at the Library! Join us for Pokémon Club! Teens will be able to trade Pokémon cards, watch some Pokémon, learn how to play the TCG, and get to know other teens who love Pokémon.
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Papercraft PartyMonday, April 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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Teen Craft Club!
Thursday, April 16 • 6–7 pm
Knitting! Sketching! Crochet! Come on down to the Library for some designated crafting time with other teens! Bring your current project and join us, or come and learn a new skill! |
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Teen Advisory Board
Monday, April 27 • 4–5 pm
Plan programs and displays at the library while enjoying snacks! Get volunteer hours AND have fun! |
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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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