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Missions
Our librarians have put together several activities, for a variety of challenges and levels. Complete an activity and you might unlock a more advanced one, and bragging rights, cool badges and maybe even a prize!

Anytime Activities

Bust your boredom with Anytime Activities from the True North Librarians! You'll earn 100 points upon completing all of the activities in this mission.

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August 11 - Take & Make Tuesdays: String Art

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: String Art
Registration begins on Tuesday, August 4 at 9:30 AM and ends on Monday, August 10 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a string art masterpiece using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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120 Pts

Books Alive! Escape the Rhymes from Bay County Library in Michigan

You have one mission...Escape from the Nursery Rhymes! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the code you use when you escape the nursery rhymes...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code you used when you escaped the nursery rhymes!



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50 Pts

Classic Fun

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!



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50 Pts

Colors!

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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50 Pts

Community Helpers

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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50 Pts

Counting Challenge

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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Create Your Own Adventure

Make your own adventures by checking things off your bucket list! Does your bucket list include visiting a museum, restaurant, or park? Or maybe visiting someplace new? Share the top five things on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish this summer below. Go forward and adventure!



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120 Pts

Dog Man Digital Escape Room

You have one mission...Help Dog Man escape from a digital locked room! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the codes you use along the way whole helping Dog Man...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code that helped Dog Man escape the locked room!



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120 Pts

Escape from the Longwood Public Library

You have one mission...Escape from the Longwood Public Library! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the code you use when you escape the library...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code you used when you escaped the Longwood Public Library!



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120 Pts

Escape the Fairy Tale from East Orange Public Library in New Jersey

You have one mission...Escape from the Fairy Tale! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the code you use when you escape the fairy tale...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code you used when you escaped the fairy tale!



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120 Pts

Escape the Fairy Tale: Part 2 from East Orange Public Library in New Jersey

You have one mission...Escape the Fairy Tale: Part 2! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the code you use when you escape the fairy tale...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code you used when you escaped the fairy tale!



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50 Pts

Get Moving & Grooving

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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120 Pts

Harry Potter Escape Room from Peters Township Public Library in Pennsylvania

You have one mission...Escape from Hogwarts! 

1st Step:  Click on the "Go To Mission"  below.  That will take you to the next screen.  Do Step 2 when you get to the next screen...


2nd Step:  Click on the word MISSION - be sure to write down the code you use when you escape Hogwarts...this will allow you to earn your points and badge!  When you are done come back and do Step 3...


3rd Step - Click on the "Complete Now" box and you will be asked to enter in the code you used when you escaped the Hogwarts!



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Kids Alphabet Walk

Go for a walk and look for letters of the alphabet all around you! For example, two branches on the ground might form the letter T. The goal is to find the letters without having to move items around to create the letter. Take a picture of each letter and upload below.  All you have to do is complete 10 to earn your badge!



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50 Pts

Once Upon a Time

Earn points by participating in MISSIONS this summer!
Complete 3 or more activities to earn this badge and you will also receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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PreK Little Explorers

Get your little ones to expand their horizons. This can be accomplished by trying something new or seeing things in a different light. Teach your little ones that you don’t have to travel far to explore new things—wonderment can be found everywhere!  All you have to do is complete 5 to earn your badge!



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100 Pts

Reading Around

Books can take you around the world and back, even if you're only in your home! Complete these 10 activities and earn 100 points!

*Please note your pictures will only be visible to library staff.



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Thursday, August 20 - Snack Attack Architect Challenge

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Teen Services Librarian Ms. Neil on Zoom for a series of edible architecture challenges using pre-packaged snacks you can pick up from the library beforehand.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison. 

Registration for this event opens on Thursday, August 6 at 9:30 AM.

Click here to register!



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120 Pts

Unicorns and Dragons

We have a crafty mission for you to work on this summer!  Once you complete at least 5 out of 7 activities, you will earn 120 points and your Unicorns and Dragons badge.  Have fun!




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Wednesday, August 12 - Watermelon Slice Cake

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Pick up the ingredients you need from the library to decorate a summery watermelon slice cake. Then, watch a recorded video at home to learn how to make your cake from the Baking Coach! Pick up a kit with all the ingredients you need from the library on Wednesday, August 12 after 1:00 PM. You must be registered to pick up a kit.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison. 

Registration for this event is open until August 12 at 1:00 PM (while supplies last).

Click here to register!



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Wednesday, July 1 - Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild on Wednesday, July 1 from 5:00 - 8:30 PM.

Registration begins on Wednesday, June 17 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • Registrants will be emailed instructions on joining Discord and creating a character for game play prior to the program. You must join Discord and create a character before the game begins. 
  • Please note that if you have previously played D&D in-person at the library, you will still need to create a character separately for this program using the instructions given.
  • Registration is extremely limited. No-show reservations will be blocked from registering from online sessions of this program for a period of 30 days.


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1 Pts

Take a Virtual Museum Tour

From the comfort of your home, explore these amazing museums and earn a point, each time you do!

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Thursday, July 2 - Writers Workshop

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend the teen Writers Workshop with Ms. Broderick on Thursday, July 2 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Thursday, June 18 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registering once will sign you up for all sessions of this program: 
Thursdays, July 2, 9, 23, 30

Enjoy creative writing icebreakers, learn and share tips, and hang out with fellow teen writers to discuss all of your favorite types of work, like storytelling, songwriting, fan-fiction, Dungeons & Dragons character backstories, and more!

Please note:

  • This program is a safe space where teen writers are welcome to share their own work, or work from their favorite writers, without judgment.
  • To maintain a fun and welcoming atmosphere, our #1 rule is to treat one another with kindness and respect.
  • You can still have a great time without sharing your work!


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Monday, July 6 - Advanced Dungeons & Dragons with Ms. Sukhu

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Ms. Sukhu on Discord for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons on Monday, July 6 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM.

Registration begins on Monday, June 22 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • These sessions are designed for players with prior playing experience. They will move at a faster pace as players should understand the basic rules.


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1 Pts

Eplore Online learning Courses

Explore LPL's online learning courses.

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1 Pts

Explore a new language

Explore a new language using LPL's online language learning databases

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Monday, July 6 - Welcome 7th Graders!

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission.
After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Calling all graduating 6th graders!

Join us for a special night of fun and games to introduce you to the Teen Department- True North!
This program will take place on Monday, July 6 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.

Registration begins on Monday, June 22 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!

Please note:



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1 Pts

Explore Streaming Services

Explore the library's collection of eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and magazines and discover a whole new world!

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July 7 - Take & Make Tuesdays: Clothespin Wreath

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: Clothespin Wreath
Registration begins on Tuesday, June 30 at 9:30 AM and ends on Sunday, July 5 at 1:00 PM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a colorful clothespin wreath using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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Wednesday, July 8 - Operation Gratitude Bracelets

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Design paracord bracelets that will be sent to soldiers through Operation Gratitude!

Certificates for 1 hour of community service will only be awarded after completed projects are returned to the library.

Registrants can pick up the required materials for this program using our curbside pickup service.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison. 



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Thursday, July 9 - Writers Workshop

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend the teen Writers Workshop with Ms. Broderick on Thursday, July 9 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Thursday, June 18 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registering once will sign you up for all sessions of this program: 
Thursdays, July 2, 9, 23, 30

Enjoy creative writing icebreakers, learn and share tips, and hang out with fellow teen writers to discuss all of your favorite types of work, like storytelling, songwriting, fan-fiction, Dungeons & Dragons character backstories, and more!

Please note:

  • This program is a safe space where teen writers are welcome to share their own work, or work from their favorite writers, without judgment.
  • To maintain a fun and welcoming atmosphere, our #1 rule is to treat one another with kindness and respect.
  • You can still have a great time without sharing your work!


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July 14 - Take & Make Tuesdays: Painted Mini Lamp

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: Painted Mini Lamp
Registration begins on Tuesday, July 7 at 9:30 AM and ends on Sunday, July 12 at 1:00 PM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a painter's tape painted lamp using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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Wednesday, July 15 - Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild on Wednesday, July 15 from 5:00 - 8:30 PM.

Registration begins on Wednesday, July 1 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • Registrants will be emailed instructions on joining Discord and creating a character for game play prior to the program. You must join Discord and create a character before the game begins. 
  • Please note that if you have previously played D&D in-person at the library, you will still need to create a character separately for this program using the instructions given.
  • Registration is extremely limited. No-show reservations will be blocked from registering from online sessions of this program for a period of 30 days.


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Monday, July 20 - Advanced Dungeons & Dragons with Ms. Sukhu

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Ms. Sukhu on Discord for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons on Monday, July 20 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM.

Registration begins on Monday, July 6 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • These sessions are designed for players with prior playing experience. They will move at a faster pace as players should understand the basic rules.


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July 21 - Take & Make Tuesdays: Hello Summer Wooden Sign

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: Hello Summer Wooden Sign
Registration begins on Tuesday, July 14 at 9:30 AM and ends on Sunday, July 19 at 1:00 PM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a cheerful summer sign using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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50 Pts

Saturday, July 11 at 11am

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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50 Pts

Saturday, July 11 at 11am

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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Thursday, July 23 - Writers Workshop

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend the teen Writers Workshop with Ms. Broderick on Thursday, July 23 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Thursday, June 18 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registering once will sign you up for all sessions of this program: 
Thursdays, July 2, 9, 23, 30

Enjoy creative writing icebreakers, learn and share tips, and hang out with fellow teen writers to discuss all of your favorite types of work, like storytelling, songwriting, fan-fiction, Dungeons & Dragons character backstories, and more!

Please note:

  • This program is a safe space where teen writers are welcome to share their own work, or work from their favorite writers, without judgment.
  • To maintain a fun and welcoming atmosphere, our #1 rule is to treat one another with kindness and respect.
  • You can still have a great time without sharing your work!


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Fridays, July 24 & 31 - Comic Book Workshop

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join artist Anu Annam for a virtual comic workshop! Learn about character creation, story building and drawing a sequential comic strip.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison. 

Registration for this event opens on Friday, July 10 at 9:30 AM and closes on Friday, July 24 at 9:30 AM.

Click here to register!

Note: Registering once will sign you up for both sessions of this program (July 24 & 30).



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Monday, July 27 - Graffiti Letter Art

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Doris Benter to create your own graffiti letter that appears to be painted on a brick wall using supplies you have at home!
This program will take place on Monday, July 27 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Tuesday, July 21 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!



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July 28 - Take & Make Tuesdays: Reverse Stencil Tote Bags

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: Reverse Stencil Tote Bags
Registration begins on Tuesday, July 21 at 9:30 AM and ends on Sunday, July 26 at 1:00 PM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a cheerful summer sign using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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Tuesday, July 28 - Battle of the Books

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Do you like to read and answer trivia questions?
Teams will answer trivia questions based on three different books and score points for their team with each correct answer. This program is open to students entering grades 6 through 9 only.

This year's titles are:

  • City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
  • Flush by Carl Hiaasen
  • Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

This program will take place on Tuesdays:
July 28 & August 4, 11, 18
2:00 - 3:00 PM

Phone registration begins on Tuesday, July 14 at 9:30 AM. 
Call the Teen Services desk at 631-924-6400 ext. 249 to register.

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required books for this program using our curbside pickup service. 
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Wednesday, July 29 - Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild on Wednesday, July 29 from 5:00 - 8:30 PM.

Registration begins on Wednesday, July 15 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • Registrants will be emailed instructions on joining Discord and creating a character for game play prior to the program. You must join Discord and create a character before the game begins. 
  • Please note that if you have previously played D&D in-person at the library, you will still need to create a character separately for this program using the instructions given.
  • Registration is extremely limited. No-show reservations will be blocked from registering from online sessions of this program for a period of 30 days.


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Thursday, July 30 - Writers Workshop

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend the teen Writers Workshop with Ms. Broderick on Thursday, July 30 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Thursday, June 18 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registering once will sign you up for all sessions of this program: 
Thursdays, July 2, 9, 23, 30

Enjoy creative writing icebreakers, learn and share tips, and hang out with fellow teen writers to discuss all of your favorite types of work, like storytelling, songwriting, fan-fiction, Dungeons & Dragons character backstories, and more!

Please note:

  • This program is a safe space where teen writers are welcome to share their own work, or work from their favorite writers, without judgment.
  • To maintain a fun and welcoming atmosphere, our #1 rule is to treat one another with kindness and respect.
  • You can still have a great time without sharing your work!


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Friday, July 31 - TV Trivia

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

What state is the town of Gravity Falls in? In what year did Alex Trebek become the host of Jeopardy? If you know the answers to these questions, join the Teen Services Librarians for Kahoot trivia all about TV shows on Friday, July 31 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM!
This program is open to all ages.

Registration begins on Friday, July 31 at 9:30 AM.
Click here to register!

Please note:

  • Participants will need two devices with internet capability in order to participate: one screen to view the game, and another (such as a phone) to answer the questions. Families can play together and view one game screen as long as everyone has an individual smart device with which to answer the questions.
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Monday, August 3 - Advanced Dungeons & Dragons with Ms. Sukhu

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Ms. Sukhu on Discord for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons on Monday, August 3 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM.

Registration begins on Monday, July 20 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • These sessions are designed for players with prior playing experience. They will move at a faster pace as players should understand the basic rules.


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August 4 - Take & Make Tuesdays: Picture Frame Planner

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Take & Make Tuesdays: Picture Frame Planner
Registration begins on Tuesday, July 28 at 9:30 AM and ends on Sunday, August 2 at 1:00 PM. Click here to register!
Get all the supplies you need to make a dry erase picture frame planner using the library's curbside pickup service. Then, watch an instructional video made by our Teen Services Librarians and make the craft on your own time!


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50 Pts

Monday, July 13 at 11am

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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120 Pts

Monday, July 13 at 11am

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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Tuesday, August 4 - Battle of the Books

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Do you like to read and answer trivia questions?
Teams will answer trivia questions based on three different books and score points for their team with each correct answer. This program is open to students entering grades 6 through 9 only.

This year's titles are:

  • City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
  • Flush by Carl Hiaasen
  • Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

This program will take place on Tuesdays:
July 28 & August 4, 11, 18
2:00 - 3:00 PM

Phone registration begins on Tuesday, July 14 at 9:30 AM. 
Call the Teen Services desk at 631-924-6400 ext. 249 to register.

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required books for this program using our curbside pickup service. 
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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August 5 - Dog Toys for Donation

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Dog Toys for Donation
Wednesday, August 5
5:45 - 6:45 PM or 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Registration begins on Wednesday, July 22 at 9:30 AM.
Click here to register for our 5:45 PM session.

Design rope toys that will be donated to our local animal shelter!
Certificates for 1 hour of community service will only be awarded after completed projects are returned to the library.

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required materials for this program using our curbside pickup service.
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Friday, August 7 - De-Stress Fest

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission.
After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

De-Stress with Teen Services Librarian Ms. Broderick with a self-care grab bag and an aromatherapy jar craft!
This program will take place on Friday, August 7 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Registration begins on Friday, July 24 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required materials for this program using our curbside pickup service. 
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom.
  • The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!



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Tuesday, August 11 - Battle of the Books

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Do you like to read and answer trivia questions?
Teams will answer trivia questions based on three different books and score points for their team with each correct answer. This program is open to students entering grades 6 through 9 only.

This year's titles are:

  • City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
  • Flush by Carl Hiaasen
  • Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

This program will take place on Tuesdays:
July 28 & August 4, 11, 18
2:00 - 3:00 PM

Phone registration begins on Tuesday, July 14 at 9:30 AM. 
Call the Teen Services desk at 631-924-6400 ext. 249 to register.

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required books for this program using our curbside pickup service. 
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Wednesday, August 12 - Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild on Wednesday, August 12 from 5:00 - 8:30 PM.

Registration begins on Wednesday, July 29 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • Registrants will be emailed instructions on joining Discord and creating a character for game play prior to the program. You must join Discord and create a character before the game begins. 
  • Please note that if you have previously played D&D in-person at the library, you will still need to create a character separately for this program using the instructions given.
  • Registration is extremely limited. No-show reservations will be blocked from registering from online sessions of this program for a period of 30 days.


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August 14 - Superhero Movie Trivia

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

On Friday, August 14 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM, join the Teen Services Librarians for Kahoot trivia about your favorite Marvel and DC movies!
This program is open to all ages.

Registration begins on Friday, July 31 at 9:30 AM.
Click here to register!

Please note:

  • Participants will need two devices with internet capability in order to participate: one screen to view the game, and another (such as a phone) to answer the questions. Families can play together and view one game screen as long as everyone has an individual smart device with which to answer the questions.
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Monday, August 17 - Advanced Dungeons & Dragons with Ms. Sukhu

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Join Ms. Sukhu on Discord for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons on Monday, August 17 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM.

Registration begins on Monday, August 3 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • These sessions are designed for players with prior playing experience. They will move at a faster pace as players should understand the basic rules.


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Tuesday, August 18 - Battle of the Books

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Do you like to read and answer trivia questions?
Teams will answer trivia questions based on three different books and score points for their team with each correct answer. This program is open to students entering grades 6 through 9 only.

This year's titles are:

  • City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
  • Flush by Carl Hiaasen
  • Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

This program will take place on Tuesdays:
July 28 & August 4, 11, 18
2:00 - 3:00 PM

Phone registration begins on Tuesday, July 14 at 9:30 AM. 
Call the Teen Services desk at 631-924-6400 ext. 249 to register.

Please note:

  • Registrants can pick up the required books for this program using our curbside pickup service. 
  • This program will be hosted online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the program.
  • Haven't used Zoom before? Watch a helpful tutorial by our librarian, Alison!


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Wednesday, August 26 - Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible teen programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a Teen Services Librarian will reveal the secret code word required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!

Attend Dungeons & Dragons with the Quest Masters Guild on Wednesday, August 26 from 5:00 - 8:30 PM.

Registration begins on Wednesday, August 12 at 9:30 AM. Click here to register!
Registration is limited to either D&D with the Quest Masters Guild OR Advanced D&D.

Please note:

  • Registrants will be emailed instructions on joining Discord and creating a character for game play prior to the program. You must join Discord and create a character before the game begins. 
  • Please note that if you have previously played D&D in-person at the library, you will still need to create a character separately for this program using the instructions given.
  • Registration is extremely limited. No-show reservations will be blocked from registering from online sessions of this program for a period of 30 days.


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50 Pts

Friday, July 17 at 3pm

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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120 Pts

Friday, July 17 at 3pm

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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120 Pts

Monday, August 3 at 4pm

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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50 Pts

Tuesday, July 21 at 11am

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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50 Pts

Wednesday, August 12 at 7pm

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 50 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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120 Pts

Wednesday, August 12 at 7pm

Earn points by participating in eligible library programs all summer long! 
Any eligible family programs which award Summer Reading Club points will be listed as missions.
During each program, a secret code word will be revealed and will be required to complete the mission. After entering the code word, you will receive 120 points, enough to purchase 1 raffle ticket!


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