June 19 through August 4
The Teen & Tween Summer Reading Program (SRP) is open to students entering grades 5 – 12 in the fall.
Registration begins June 19. You can participate online using the Beanstack web site or app, or participate in person using a paper log.
How the Teen & Tween Program works:
- Register using your preferred method – online or in person.
- Read 2 or more hours a week.
- Check in at the Youth Reference Desk each week beginning June 26 and pick up your weekly prize.
Complete all 6 weeks of the Summer Reading Program and turn in your reading record between Monday, July 31 and Sunday, August 13 to receive a goody bag and automatically be entered into the Final Prize Drawing to be held on Monday, August 14. Goody bags will continue to be available for pick-up until the beginning of the school year while supplies last.
Teen & Tween Events – Pick up a copy of the SRP brochure and the monthly Youth/Teen events calendars at the Library or download a PDF below. See each event page for more details and to register. Registration may be required for Teen and Tween events.
Sand Art and Summer CraftsTuesday, June 20
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Drop-in Program; No registration required
Teens and tweens can drop in to create sand art and make other fun summer crafts.
Thursday, June 22
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 7 – 12
Registration required – begins Thursday, May 25
Teen volunteers are needed at the Library this summer. Join us to eat a pizza lunch, do a service project at the Library, and find out how you can get more involved. This is a fun way to add to your resume and earn volunteer hours!
Sword Fighting Workshop
Friday, June 23
2 sessions:
Please only sign up for one session
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Friday, June 2
Combat performance group Theatrica Gladiatoria will demonstrate the art of theatrical sword fighting. This is also a hands-on workshop where you’ll get to try it yourself, so be ready to move!
Tuesday, June 27
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 5 & 6
Registration required – begins Tuesday, May 16
Book: The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty
Read this month’s book and then join us for snacks, icebreakers, discussion, and a fun activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.
Wednesday, June 28
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-in Program; No registration required
Make, build, craft, and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
MiLibraryQuest: Survive Together Now
Saturday, July 1 – Saturday, August 5
Grades 5 – 12
Virtual Event
Teens, can you survive the MiLibraryQuest this summer? Face all manner of ghasts and ghouls as you solve the mystery of their appearance in our state. Puzzles and riddles will aid you in the quest to Survive Together Now beginning July 1st! Participate in the Quest for a chance to win a gift card to a local business.
Complete the virtual quest at any time on our own. Want to work on the Quest in person with other teens? Join us at the library on Wednesday, July 26 at 3:00 pm for our “Michigan Monsters and MiLibraryQuest” event.
Humane Society Presentation and Shelter Dog Visit
Thursday, July 6
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Thursday, June 8
The Humane Society of Huron Valley will do a presentation for teens and tweens. Just like learning another language, this program provides the tools to decode what animals are telling us by identifying animal body language characteristics. Participants in this program will learn how to interact safely with animals by reading animals’ non-verbal cues to assess their feelings.
There will also be an opportunity to meet an adoptable dog from the animal shelter.
Monday, July 10
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Grades 5 -12
Registration required – begins Monday, June 12
Get immersed in the intriguing world of forensics with the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Learn how to use science, problem-solving skills and some good old-fashioned teamwork to solve a mock crime.
Game Night and Pizza PartyWednesday, July 12
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Wednesday, June 14
Eat pizza and then play games with friends. We’ll have ping pong, foosball, and a variety of board and card games available to play, from old favorites like Uno and Giant Jenga to newer games like Throw Throw Burrito, What Do You Meme?, and Codenames.
Thursday, July 13
1:00 -2:00 pm
Grades 7 – 12
Registration required – begins Thursday, June 22
Teen volunteers are needed at the Library this summer. Join us to eat a pizza lunch, do a service project at the Library, and find out how you can get more involved. This is a fun way to add to your resume and earn volunteer hours!
Special Effects Makeup Workshop
Monday, July 17
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required – begins Tuesday, June 27
Professional makeup artists from Gals & Ghouls will teach you how to make scar wax and edible blood and use them to create fake wounds. Get ready for Halloween early, or gross out your friends anytime!
Wings of Fire PartyTuesday, July 18
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in Program; No registration required
If you missed the Wings of Fire party this spring, you’re in luck! This is another chance to celebrate your favorite dragon series with crafts, games, and activities. Anyone who loves dragons is welcome to drop in and join the fun!
Makerspace
Saturday, July 22
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in Program; No registration required
Make, build, craft, and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
Tuesday, July 25
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Grades 5 & 6
Registration required – begins Tuesday, June 27
Book: Lumberjanes volume 1 by N.D. Stevenson and others
Read this month’s book and then join us for snacks, icebreakers, discussion, and a related activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.
Michigan Monsters and MiLibraryQuest
Wednesday, July 26
3:00 – 4:30 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Wednesday, June 28
Gather around the indoor “campfire” to hear spooky stories about Michigan’s urban legends, enjoy s’mores, and work together to solve this summer’s MiLibraryQuest challenge.
Friday, July 28
2:30 – 3:45 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Friday, June 30
Join us to construct a mini catapult and enter the launch contest! Winners will receive a prize.
DIY Neon SignsMonday, July 31
2:00 – 3:15
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Friday, June 30
Brighten your favorite space with a light-up decoration. Create a design, then bring it to life using a canvas and electroluminescent wire.
Wednesday, August 2
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Thursday, July 6
Will your sweet tooth take home gold? Compete in chocolate-themed activities for the ultimate prize—even more chocolate!
Bad Art NightThursday, August 3
7:00 – 8:15 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – begins Thursday, July 6
Come to the library to create the worst art you can make. That’s right – don’t worry about making something good, just enjoy the creative process! Many materials will be on hand for you to make your disasterpiece. At the end, we’ll vote on a “worst of the worst” to win a trophy commemorating their achievement.
MiLibraryQuest: Survive Together Now – Last Chance!
Ends Saturday, August 5
Grades 5 – 12
Don’t miss your chance to take part in this summer’s MiLibraryQuest! Face all manner of ghasts and ghouls as you solve the mystery of their appearance in our state. Puzzles and riddles will aid you in the quest to Survive Together Now through Saturday, August 5! Participate in the Quest for a chance to win a gift card to a local business. Complete the virtual Quest at any time on your own. Get started on the MiLibraryQuest web site.
