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Teens'
Summer Reading
Events & Programs
Summer Reading Challenge
June 3- August 9
Read books, attend programs, and win prizes! This summer everyone who completes their summer reading challenge will earn a prize!​
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This year we're encouraging all participants to log their reading progress through Beanstack, our online platform. However, if you prefer the traditional paper version, download and print the PDF below!
Repeating Events
Armchair Adventures
Every Tuesday at 4 pm-5:30 pm (except July 2 and August 6)
Ages 13+
Embark on a weekly journey from either the comfort of the Mars Area Public Library or from your own home! Discover a curated selection of exhilarating YouTube videos that will transport you to breathtaking landscapes, fascinating local exploration, and thrilling expeditions across time and space! No passport required- simply grab a seat and some themed snacks and let the adventure begin!
June
No-Sew Bandana Pillows
Thursday, June 12 at 5pm | Adults and Teens
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Get ready for a fun and easy craft that requires no sewing! Learn how to make a cozy bandana pillow using just a few materials. This no-sew project is perfect for crafters of all skill levels, even for those who have had no previous crafting experience.
Take & Make: Packing Tape Picture Transfers
Monday, June 16 to Saturday, June 12 | Adults and Teens
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Get creative at home with this Packing Tape Picture Transfer kit! After learning the basics with this kit, you will be able to utilize your newfound skills to turn cherished pictures into unique keepsakes or create custom artwork for your space!
Beeswax Sheet Candles
Thursday, June 26 at 5pm | Adults and Teens
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Learn how to turn colorful beeswax sheets into lovely candles! Cut sheets into different shapes and decorative elements to create one-of-a-kind candles that will add an extra bit of art to your home.
July
Take & Make: Air Dry Clay Flower Frogs
Monday, June 30 to Saturday, July 5 | Adults and Teens
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Flower frogs are a mix of decorative and functional, as they are used in vases to keep the flowers of bouquets in place. Unleash your creativity at home with this Air Dry Clay Flower Frog kit that will allow you to make your very own version. No kilns or special tools needed, just hands, a few simple materials, and a little artistic flair!
Wire Trees
Thursday, July 10 at 5pm | Adults and Teens
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Learn how to create beautiful and intricate wire trees using basic wire bending techniques! Whether you decide to add gemstone leaves to represent your favorite season or leave the branches bare, this program will end with a lovely sculpture that will have you itching to make more.
Pressed Flower Coasters
Thursday, July 17 at 5pm | Adults and Teens
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Join us for a fun, creative, and nature-inspired craft where you'll learn how to make beautiful, eco-friendly pressed flower coasters- without the need for resin! Whether an experienced or beginner crafter, this program offers a relaxing and enjoyable way to connect with nature while making functional art for your home.
Take & Make: Bee Kind Shadowbox
Monday, July 21 to Saturday, July 26 | Adults and Teens
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Celebrate the beauty of nature and the importance of bees with this take-home kit for creating a Bee Kind Shadowbox. This colorful project is a fun way to remember to 'Bee Kind' to yourself and those around you!
Pebble Family Portraits
Thursday, July 31 at 5pm | Adults and Teens
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Learn how to create one of these minimalist, yet striking, family portraits using a few materials from nature. Smooth black pebbles, a stick, hot glue, and a canvas are all that are needed to make this wonderful keepsake.
August
Summer Reading Finale
Friday, August 9 at 12 pm at the Adams Township Community Park, Rotary Pavilion. Click here for directions!
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It is time to celebrate all our great readers (and story listeners) as we close out the 2024 Summer Reading Program. Stop on by for your summer reading button, fun activities for kids and families, and to enjoy an ice-cold treat to beat the summer heat!
A Huge Thank You to our Sponsors!
