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Teen Summer Reading

June 1 - July 26

Start reading on June 1 and be entered to win a weekly prize basket with books, games, snacks, and more! Summer Reading ends on July 26, leaving you with 8 chance to win a basket!

Bookmarks & Prize Entry

  1. Bookmarks can be picked up at the library or printed from home.
  2. Read 30 minutes a day and keep track on your bookmark!
  3. Submit your bookmark by 5 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. Plus, each weekly bookmark that you turn in will earn you a scratch ticket for a mystery prize!

Weekly Prize Baskets

Week 1: The Summer I Turned Pretty Series

Week 2: Avatar, The Last Airbender Novels

Week 3: The Inheritance Cycle Series

Week 4: My Hero Academia Manga Collection

Week 5: Jane Austen Collection

Week 6: Skyward Series

Week 7: Haikyuu Manga Collection

Week 8: Hunger Games Deluxe Collection + Sunrise on the Reaping

Log your reading progress with

Click the logo above to visit our Beanstack page, create a profile and start earning prizes!

EVENTS FOR TEENS
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Library Lounge - On the Go with the Bookmobile!
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Get ready for warmer days with a look at the bookmobile! Learn about library services, upcoming stops, and how to catch it around town this season. Stop in and see us in front of the library!
Teen Crafternoon - Custom Light Switch Cover
Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Upgrade your room and create a customized light switch cover that reflects you!
Composting with Redworms - with Penn Co Master Gardener Cathie Draine
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Learn how to compost clean kitchen waste into food for your garden using low-maintenance redworms!
Open Art Session
Sun, May 03, 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 - Shrinky Dink Charms
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Get ready for a cozy, creative afternoon where art meets anime magic with tailored keychains from your favorite shows and manga.
Custer State Park Presents - Who's my Neighbor?
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Family Game Night
Wed, May 13, 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.
Level Up! Teen Gaming Night - Super Smash Bros
Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Get ready for an action-packed teen gaming night with Super Smash Bros.! Challenge your friends, show off your skills, and see who comes out on top!
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, May 20, 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.
Teen Book Bakes - Mozzarella Sticks and Korean Corn Dogs
Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Make crispy mozzarella sticks and crave-worthy Korean corn dogs while you learn fun techniques, get a little messy, and enjoy your homemade treats!
Library Lounge - Step into Summer Reading
Wed, May 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Learn about Summer Reading and how to participate to win cool prizes, plus get the inside scoop before our kickoff party!
Library Lounge - Step into Summer Reading
Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Learn about Summer Reading and how to participate to win cool prizes, plus get the inside scoop before our kickoff party!
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 a drop-in dinosaur party featuring crafts, games, edible fun, and fossil shows from Black Hills Institute!
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.
Teen Crafternoon
Fri, Jun 05, 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, Jun 07, 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, May 24 2026 at 10:00am
Teen #FandomFriday
Fri, Jun 12, 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 - Insect Investigation
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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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.
Library Closed
Fri, Jun 19, All day
The library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth
Teen Book Bakes
Fri, Jun 26, 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, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join us for a documentary and refreshments provided by The Friends of the Library!
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!
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