News & Events for Teens
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Spooky Paintings!
Thursday, October 29 • 6–7 pm
Spookify a painting of your choice! We will have paintings printed out and ready to go, and you can add whatever spooky additions you would like. Registration is required. Register for Spooky Paintings
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Teen Game Night - Smash Tournament!
Thursday, October 15 • 6–7 pm
It’s a Super Smash Bros throwdown! Play for your chance to win glory!
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October Reading ChallengeOur monthly reading challenges are here to keep the fun going all year long. In October, read 10 hours to earn a Beardie Buck worth $1 toward a Friends Book Sale item. Pick up your reading log at the New Children's Shelf and return your completed log during the first week of November to claim your reward. |
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Teen Book CratesThe 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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Library Hours
Labor Day–Memorial Day The Library will be closed on Friday, November 6, for staff training. |
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| Join the Friends of the Library!The Friends of the Oconomowoc Public Library is a nonprofit group created to support the mission of the Oconomowoc Public Library by raising funds for the Library for special programs and purposes including Explore Passes, Loki’s care, and so much more.
Annual membership fees help support the Friends fundraising efforts and give members early access to book sales. Join the Friends Now!
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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 teen events! |
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Teen Try It!
Thursday, October 1 • 6–7 pm Join us for Teen Try It and try out different skills and activities at the Library! All supplies will be provided. This month: Sewing Skills. Registration is required.
Register for Teen Try It |
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100 Years of Winnie!
Monday, October 5 • 1–2 pm Celebrate our favorite cuddly bear and his 100th birthday! We will watch some Winnie the Pooh, paired with different crafts and coloring sheets. |
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Teen Pokémon Club!
Thursday, October 8 • 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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Friends Book Sale
Friday, October 9 • 6–8 pm
Saturday, October 10 • 9 am–4 pm
Sunday, October 11 • 1–4 pm ($3 bag sale) Choose from hundreds of books for your personal collection! Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Oconomowoc Public Library. Friends Members get early access on Friday! |
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Teen Craft Club!
Thursday, October 22 • 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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Mad Science Presents: Spin, Pop, Boom!
Saturday, October 24 • 10–11 am
The audience is amazed when the Mad Scientist defies gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event. The children are enthralled by the exotic sounds of the didgeridoo tubes. An explosion of foam ends this event and leaves the audience wanting more!
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Teen Advisory Board
Monday, October 26 • 4–5 pm Plan programs and displays at the Library while enjoying snacks! Get volunteer hours AND have fun! Registration is required.
Register for Teen Advisory Board |
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