Unless otherwise stated, these programs are only open to teens in grades 7-12. All events are free; some events require registration. If you have questions or would like to register for a program, call the library at 262-246-5181.

Want to volunteer at the library? Learn how to become a teen volunteer here!

Taste Testing

January and March

Can you guess the flavor? Try a new treat at the Adult Reference Desk each month.

Make It Teen

Monthly

Love crafts? Pick up a take home craft from the Adult Reference Desk on starting the first of the month while supplies last.

5th Annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest

Houses due by Dec 4

Rules and Guidelines will be available online on October 1. All gingerbread houses must be dropped off at the library by December 4. Visit the library from December 6-31 to view the gingerbread houses and vote for your favorites. Special Wisconsin-themed category this year! View the Rules & Guidelines for more information.

Teen Hangout

1-3PM, Monday, December 1

School is out! Join us for games, crafts, snacks, and more!

Teen Game Night

6-7:30PM, Tuesday, December 9

A night of game shows, prizes, and fun galore!

24 Books Reading Challenge

January 1-December 31

Happy New Year! For this year, why not try a new year-long reading challenge. Read 2 books a month or 24 books total from our prompts. If you finish the challenge, you get an exclusive Pauline Haass Public Library bookmark and entered to win a Books and Company Gift card. Visit the library or log into your Beanstack account to sign up.

Happy reading!

IditaRead

January 2 – February  20
Register on Beanstack     

Mush! Race across Alaska in our winter reading challenge. Track your reading on the Beanstack or stop by the adult reference desk for a paper log.

Teen After Hours: Back To Kindergarten

5-8PM, Friday, January 16

An after-hours program that will transport you back to kindergarten with hide and seek, tag, and more!

Registration is required. Registration starts on Monday, Dec 15th here.

Harry Potter Book Night

All ages

Friday, February 6
6:00-8:00 PM

Harry Potter Book Night is back and bigger than ever! Join witches and wizard of all ages to celebrate the magic of Harry Potter. Create your own wand, attend potions class, complete the Sorcerer’s Stone Maze and SO MUCH MORE!

No registration; just drop in. 

Youth Art Month

March 1 – 31
March is youth art month! Art will be on display from students in the Hamilton school district during the month of March throughout the library.

Youth art reception: Tuesday, March 3 4-6 PM
Stop in during art reception to meet teachers, artists and other art admirers!

No registration, just drop in

Tiny Art Show – All Ages

Registration opens March 9
Public Display: April 13-May 15
The fourth annual Tiny Art Show is a month-long community art project. The twist? All art must be tiny! Canvases will be available while supplies last or provide your own. Rules and guidelines will be posted here on 3/9.

Teen Hangout

1-3PM, Monday, April 6

School is out! Join us for games, crafts, snacks, and more!