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 One Star Review
Think you have what it takes to guess the book by the one star To test your knowledge, click here.
Taste Testing
August, September, and November
Can you guess the flavor? Try a new treat at the Adult Reference Desk each month.
Teen Make It!
September, October, November, December
Try a new take home craft every month while supplies last!
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 grand prize. Visit the library or log into your Beanstack account to sign up.
Happy reading!
Unearth a Story! Summer Reading Program
June 1–August 29
All Ages
Get ready for a dino-mite Summer Reading Adventures! Starting June 1, register on Beanstack for a summer of reading and activities. Earn prizes along the way!
Tie Dye Party
10:30 AM–12:00 PM, Saturday, August 1
All Ages
All are welcome at the annual tie dye party on the library front lawn. Bring your own items to dye, and we’ll provide the rest of the supplies!
Kids ages 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
No registration required.
Slides and Snacks
2-3:30 PM, Tuesday, August 4 (Registration opens 6/29)
Do you have a subject that you’re passionate about?
Is there a theory that you have that you want others to know about?
Join us for an afternoon of powerpoint fun!
Design a presentation about a subject you wish people knew more about or even something fun/funny that you want to present! (Presentation subject matter is subject to library policy)
Nerf Wars
2-4 PM, Saturday, August 22 (Registration opens 7/20)
Back again by popular demand!
Join us for an afternoon of fun!
You are welcome to bring your own Nerf blaster or borrow ours. Personal equipment must be capped at stock performance; 100FPS (Feet Per Second). Leave your darts at home; we will provide them!
Teen Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Drop Off: 10/06-10/15
Voting and Display: 10/16-10/31
Decorate a fake pumpkin, without carving, and enter for your chance to win!
Fake craft pumpkins are available while supplies last to those who register.
Teen DIY FX Workshop
10AM-12PM, Saturday, October 17 (Registration opens 9/14)
Using common household products, we will create memorable DIY Halloween FX!
Teen Halloween Scavenger Hunt
October 23-31
Find 8 of the 10 hidden images using a paper log or the online form starting on October 23rd and be entered to win a prize!
Participate online.
Cookie Decorating for Teens
6-7pm, Tuesday, December 15 (Registration opens 11/16)
Join us for an evening of fun and sugar!
And learn how to decorate from a professional!
We will decorate a few cookies that you can eat or take home!
Braiding Basics for Teens
1-2:30 PM, Monday, December 28 (Registration opens 11/30)
Wish you knew how to braid hair? Want to learn different braids? Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up for Braiding Basics to learn how to traditional braid, French braid and more! Registration is required, space is limited.