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!
Monthly Game
Guess The Book By The Poorly Worded Summary
Think you have what it takes to guess the book by the poorly worded summary? To test your knowledge, click here.
Taste Testing
Nov
Can you guess the flavor? Try a new treat at the Adult Reference Desk each month.
Make It Teen
Monthly, Sept-Dec
Love crafts? Pick up a take home craft from the Adult Reference Desk on starting the first of the month while supplies last.
After Hours: Haunted Happenings
5-8PM, Friday, October 10
Join us for an evening of spooky activities including a costume contest, crafts, snacks, and much more! Registration is required and opens on September 2nd.
Two Sentence Horror Contest
October 1-31
Do you have what it takes to write a spine-chilling story in just two sentences? Submit your entry for a chance to win a gift card!
TeenTober Reading Challenge
October 1-31
Join our fall teen centric reading program. Sign up and track your progress on the Beanstack Tracker app or Beanstack online. Prefer tracking your reading on paper? Ask for one at the Adult Reference Desk.
Teen Halloween Scavenger Hunt
October 24-31
Find 8 of the 10 hidden images using a paper log or the online form starting on October 24th and be entered to win a prize!
Take Home Mystery Kits
November 1-30
Do you have what it takes to catch a killer? Pick up your kit starting on November 1st while supplies last. Come back before the end of the month with the correct answer and be entered to win a prize!
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!
Library Loot Boxes
Request one today!
PHPL is offering a monthly box for teens with books, snacks, and crafts. Simply request a box each month, swing by to pick it up, and return the box and books when you’re done. The rest is yours to keep!