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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

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

EVENTS FOR TEENS
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Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Mar 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 - VR Gaming
Fri, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Dive into the world of PSVR and play exciting virtual reality games!
Library Lounge - Make it in the Makerspace!
Wed, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hoyt Room,Makerspace
Get the inside scoop on our makerspace! Learn from our makerspace librarian, try your hand at a hands-on project, and explore a variety of tools in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.
Library Lounge - Make it in the Makerspace!
Wed, Mar 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoyt Room,Makerspace
Get the inside scoop on our makerspace! Learn from our makerspace librarian, try your hand at a hands-on project, and explore a variety of tools in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.
Teen Book Bakes - French Macarons & Etiquette Lessons
Fri, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Whip up macarons and level up your table manners - learn who sits where, which utensil to grab, and who's pouring the tea!
Donuts & Documentaries - The American Southwest
Sun, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Journey through the Colorado River, discovering its stunning biodiversity and confronting the environmental impacts of dams on its fragile ecosystem.
11th Annual Peeps Diorama Contest
Wed, Apr 01, All day
Our Peeps Diorama Contests is going prehistoric to introduce this year's dinosaur-inspired Summer Reading theme!
Teen Crafternoon - Disco Animals
Fri, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Turn plain clay into sparkling party animals. Sculpt a groovy desk buddy, paint it how you like, and tack on a disco ball to finish it off with style.
Computer-Aided Design Club - Pencil Cases
Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
Design a pencil case and learn the basics of computer-aided design!
Registration opens Saturday, March 21 2026 at 10:00am
Let's Get the Garden Ready! - with Pennington Co Master Gardener Cathie Draine
Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Put the spring into your garden's step with Master Gardener Cathie Draine as she shares tips, tricks, and insights to help your garden put its best foot forward this growing season.
Library Closure
Sun, Apr 05, All day
The library will be closed in observance of Easter.
Seed Starters - Hands-On Tips and Tricks
Mon, Apr 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Join garden and growing expert Spencer Hupp as he guides attendees through successful germination and planting methods with an opportunity to start your own seeds.
Family Game Night
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
Teen #FandomFriday - Egg Carton Koinobori Fish
Fri, Apr 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Transform recycled egg cartons into colorful koinobori (Japanese carp streamers) inspired by the Japanese tradition of flying carp flags.
Custer State Park Presents - The Zoo at Custer State Park
Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Discover the historic Custer State Park Zoo through pictures and exciting stories, including the introduction of Big Horn Sheep and Mountain Goats to the Black Hills.
Peeps Diorama Build Day
Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Create and customize your own diorama to enter into our Peeps Contest! We'll provide the craft supplies, plus Peeps and boxes, while supplies last!
Library Dice Legion - Tabletop RPG Club
Wed, Apr 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 - Overcooked
Fri, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Team up and test your kitchen chaos skills in Overcooked, the fast-paced cooperative cooking game.
11th Annual Peeps Diorama Contest
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Our Peeps Diorama Contests is going prehistoric to introduce this year's dinosaur-inspired Summer Reading theme!
Seed and Plant Swap
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Get ready for the growing season at our annual Seed & Plant Swap!
LIbrary Closure
Fri, Apr 24, All day
The library will be closed for staff training.
11th Annual Peeps Diorama Contest
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Our Peeps Diorama Contests is going prehistoric to introduce this year's dinosaur-inspired Summer Reading theme!
Donuts & Documentaries - Folktales
Sun, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Three teens leave the comforts of home to enroll in a traditional folk high school in northern Norway.
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
Fri, May 01, 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!
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
Fri, May 08, 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 - Who's my Neighbor?
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Teen Bring Your Own Book Club
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join our teen book club to chat about any book you're reading. Check back in to see what genre of books we will be discussing this month!
Level Up! - Teen Gaming Night
Fri, May 15, 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.
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
Fri, May 22, 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
Fri, May 29, 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!
Donuts & Documentaries
Sun, May 31, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join us for a documentary and refreshments provided by The Friends of the Library!
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 Bring Your Own Book Club
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join our teen book club to chat about any book you're reading. Check back in to see what genre of books we will be discussing this month!
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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