Resources
Not just for kids
What's in it for you
Love to read? Great! Get rewarded for what you're already doing anyway. Read 10 books and you earn a prize pack, a t-shirt, an entry into a raffle of your choice, plus an invite to our exclusive Teen Finisher Parties.
Hate to read? Are you sure? What about graphic novels or magazines? Have you ever challenged a librarian to help you find a book that won't bore you? Try us! That's what we're here for! This year we're offering "alternatives to books" that count toward your 10. So you can read 5 books and then read, listen, watch, or do 5 of the alternatives of your choice and earn prize pack, a t-shirt, an entry into a raffle of your choice, plus an invite to our exclusive Teen Finisher Parties.
Events you can't miss!
The library is the place to be this summer. We promise you won't have time to get bored! First up, we kick off the summer with a special visit from teen author Kekla Magoon. She wrote The Rock and the River and she's flying in from New York City to teach a writing workshop and to meet cool people like you at a pizza party. We're also going to be hosting a mad scientist and some alligators so don't miss your chance to meet them! If you're the crafty type, you'll be thrilled to know we'll be tie-dying and learning to knit or crochet adorable creatures. Pirate fans should get out their peg legs and patches and join us for a series of movie nights during our Pirate Week. And lastly, you will not want to miss 4 nights of super talented teens performing as part of GRPL's Got Talent! And if you're the one with talent, get your registration form turned in for your chance to win big!
Be entertained!
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Meet Teen Author Kekla Magoon! Kekla Magoon is the New York City-based author of the award-winning book The Rock and the River. She's also a speaker, teacher, editor, and all-around wacky, cool person. Sign up to be a part of her afternoon writing workshop. Or plan on eating pizza, hanging out, and getting your book signed at the Main Library. Writing Workshop for Teens Thursday, June 17 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Main Library Pizza with Kekla Thursday, June 17 | 6:00 - 8:30 pm | Main Library |
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Tie-Dye Bring a t-shirt, socks, pillowcase or whatever your imagination can come up with to add some color to! Limit one item per person. Monday, June 21 | 6:00 pm | Main Library |
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Alligator Sanctuary Staff from the Alligator Sanctuary in Athens, Michigan will bring in live reptiles and amphibians, including alligators! Tuesday, June 29 | 3:00 pm | Seymour Branch |
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Mad Water Science Join a local mad scientist in performing amazing feats with water! Make your own slimy substance and other fascinating creations. Try not to get wet! Monday, July 12 | 6:00 pm | Main Library |
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Pirate Week Join us for swashbuckling adventures! We don't mind if you dress in your own pirate gear but no real weapons please! All movies will take place at the Main Library.
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Make Your Own Sea Creature Join us to learn Amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting of small creatures. Or take the easy way out and make one with a sock. Monday, July 26 | 6:00 pm | Main Library | Join us for Anime Club afterwards! |
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Teen Finisher Parties Celebrate your "finisher" status in style at your favorite GRPL location's exclusive party. Monday, August 9 | 4:00 pm | Seymour Branch |
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The Finale: GRPL's Got Talent Talented teens compete for a place in GRPL's Got Talent! Download an audition registration form or pick one up at any of our 8 locations. Even if you don't have stage-worthy talent you're invited to enjoy four nights of exciting entertainment when talented teens compete! Dance off!
Sound off!
Wow off!
The Finale: GRPL's Got Talent
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