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Teen Summer Reading

Start reading on June 2 and be entered to win a weekly prize basket!

Bookmarks & Prize Entry

  1. Pick up a bookmark or print one 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. For every bookmark that you turn in, you'll receive a free book and a prize from the upstairs teen desk.

Log your reading progress with

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

EVENTS FOR TEENS
Donuts & Documentaries - River
Sun, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
An exploration of the timeless relationship between human civilization and Earth's rivers.
10th Annual Peeps Diorama Contest
Tue, Apr 29, All day
Libraries bring color, culture, and creativity to our community- now it's your turn! Celebrate 10 years of Peep-tastic dioramas and show your love for our library in our most colorful contest yet!
Teen Crafternoon - Bookend Painting
Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Add your personal touch to the library?s teen section by painting some bookends!
Crowning Melodies - Harp Concert with Miss South Dakota Joelle Simpson
Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
In her final weeks as Miss South Dakota, Joelle will share a variety of music on her grand pedal harp interwoven with stories from Miss America and serving the state over the past year.
Open Art Session
Sun, May 04, 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.
Tinker Teens
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Join us at Tinker Teens in the Makerspace! Explore, create, and experiment with cool tools and tech as you dive into hands-on STEM projects and bring your ideas to life.
Teen #FandomFriday - Kawaii Clay Charms
Fri, May 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Have a blast crafting adorable kawaii clay charms using colorful polymer clay, shaping everything from cute animals to tiny treats.
Level Up! Teen Gaming Night - Mario Kart
Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Join us at the library for an action-packed evening of Mario Kart racing, where you'll choose your character, navigate iconic tracks, and compete with friends in a thrilling race for glory!
Donuts & Documentaries - Missing from Fire Trail Road
Sun, May 18, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
The story of Mary Ellen Johnson-Davis, a Native woman who vanished in 2020, shines a light on the crisis of missing Indigenous women and the trans-generational trauma faced by Native communities.
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, May 21, 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
Fri, May 23, 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.
Teen Crafternoon - Mini Bob Ross Paintings
Fri, May 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Follow along with the soft, calming tone of Bob Ross as you create beautiful, miniature works of art.
Creation Station
Sun, Jun 01, 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 18 2025 at 10:00am
Teen Crafternoon
Fri, Jun 06, 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!
The Science of Sourdough
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Master the art of creating and nurturing sourdough starter, unlocking the secrets to baking delicious, bread from scratch. We'll be learning about this age-old ingredient through some modern science.
Tinker Teens
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Join us at Tinker Teens in the Makerspace! Explore, create, and experiment with cool tools and tech as you dive into hands-on STEM projects and bring your ideas to life.
Teen #FandomFriday
Fri, Jun 13, 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!
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Jun 18, 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, Jun 20, 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, Jun 27, 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 29, 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 06, 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.
Tinker Teens
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Join us at Tinker Teens in the Makerspace! Explore, create, and experiment with cool tools and tech as you dive into hands-on STEM projects and bring your ideas to life.
Teen #FandomFriday
Fri, Jul 11, 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!
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Jul 16, 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 18, 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 25, 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.
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