Teen Programs
2020 Summer Reading Program: Imagine Your Story
Saturday, May 16 (All day) to Saturday, August 8 (All day)
2020 Summer
Reading Program:
Imagine Your Story
May 16 - August 8
Virtual Escape Room: Norbert's Journey - Level 1
Tuesday, June 23 (All day) to Saturday, August 8 (All day)
Escape Room: https://www.deforestlibrary.org/norberts-journey-level-1
Follow the link above to access our second Virtual Escape Room. If you missed the first one, it can be found here: https://www.deforestlibrary.org/escape-from-the-library-virtual-escape-room. You do not need to complete the first one to complete this one, but it does start where the first one ended.
This escape room we designed a little easier and shorter than our first room.
Story Walk
Wednesday, July 1 - 12:00pm to Sunday, July 12 - 5:00pm
What magic can be made from a piece of string? Imagine the possibilities as you walk and read this delightful story.
The Story Walk starts on Market Street and will be at the DeForest Area Public Library from noon on Wednesday, July 1 to 5:00 pm on Sunday, July 12.
Creators' Lounge: Draw, Craft, Write | Wednesday, July 8 - 3:00pm | Instagram Live
A creative place for crafters, drawers, or writers. Feel free to tell us what you're working on and share pictures on Instagram.
Thursday Teen Games | Thursday, July 9 - 2:00pm | Zoom
Hey teen gamers, join us for some Boredom Buster Games! Each week will be a different game or two that are easy to play on Zoom. If you are interested in participating, email Teen Librarian Raechel (raechs@deforestlibrary.org) with the answer to: What is your favorite game to play?
Please note, if you are under 13 please obtain your parent's permission before emailing Raechel. New teens are welcome, this program is for Middle School and High School kids only.
Hooray! It's Friday! | Friday, July 10 - 3:00pm | Instagram Live
Come learn a new recipe, craft, or something fun to try during the weekend.
Teen Games | Monday, July 13 - 3:00pm | Zoom
Teen Gamers and Dungeons & Dragons players, join us for a virtual campaign session on Zoom!
We will be playing a campaign where you do not know who you are and you must discover a hidden secret.
If you would like to participate, please email Teen Librarian Raechel (raechs@deforestlibrary.org) with the answers to:
- If you are part of our teen capmaign what is your character's name?
- What is your favorite race and class?
- What book are you currently reading?
Please note, if you are under 13 please obtain your parent's permission before emailing Raechel. New teens are welcome, this program is for Middle School and High School kids only.
The Honey Pies - Concert | Tuesday, July 14 - 6:30pm | Market Street
Meet the Honey Pies: Four musicians, heartfelt harmonies, virtuoso instrumentals and the best of traditional and original American music.
This is a drive-in, park, and listen event. Help us comply with Public Health Madison & Dane County regulations and stay in your vehicle. Get a free ticket for your vehicle at the Library.
Cub Scout Pack 35 will offer bottled water, bottled lemonade, and commercially popped popcorn for sale by car service!
Plans are subject to change. There is no rain date or location. In case of inclement weather, the show will be performed on Facebook Live.
Thanks to our sponsors! The Sponsor in the Spotlight for this event is DMB Community Bank!
Gold level sponsors are Anonymous Music Lover #1, Anonymous Music Lover #2, DMB Community Bank, TDS Telecom.
Silver level sponsors are Paulson Development LLC, REGI Madison, Friends of the Library, Essential Family Vision, South Central Library System, and LINKages Committee.
Concert Sponsors:
Thursday Teen Games | Thursday, July 16 - 3:00pm | Zoom
Hey teen gamers, join us for some Boredom Buster Games! Each week will be a different game or two that are easy to play on Zoom. If you are interested in participating, email Teen Librarian Raechel (raechs@deforestlibrary.org) with the answer to: What is your favorite game to play?
Please note, if you are under 13 please obtain your parent's permission before emailing Raechel. New teens are welcome, this program is for Middle School and High School kids only.
Hooray! It's Friday! | Friday, July 17 - 3:00pm | Instagram Live
Come learn a new recipe, craft, or something fun to try during the weekend.
Teen Games | Monday, July 20 - 3:00pm | Zoom
Teen Gamers and Dungeons & Dragons players, join us for a virtual campaign session on Zoom!
We will be playing a campaign where you do not know who you are and you must discover a hidden secret.
If you would like to participate, please email Teen Librarian Raechel (raechs@deforestlibrary.org) with the answers to:
- If you are part of our teen capmaign what is your character's name?
- What is your favorite race and class?
- What book are you currently reading?
Please note, if you are under 13 please obtain your parent's permission before emailing Raechel. New teens are welcome, this program is for Middle School and High School kids only.
Ken Lonnquist: Concert | Tuesday, July 21 - 6:30pm | Market Street
Ken’s music will tickle your funny-bone and inspire you at the same time! Both kids and adults will have love the music, laughter and imagination that come together listening to this award-winning artist.
This is a drive-in, park, and listen event. Watch for information on how to get a free ticket for your vehicle. Plans are subject to change. There is no rain date or location. In case of inclement weather, the show will be performed on Facebook Live.
Thanks to our sponsors! Tonight’s Sponsor in the Spotlight is DMB Community Bank.
Gold level sponsors are Anonymous Music Lover #1, Anonymous Music Lover #2, DMB Community Bank, TDS Telecom.
Silver level sponsors are Paulson Development LLC, REGI Madison, Friends of the Library, Essential Family Vision, South Central Library System, and LINKages Committee.
Concert Sponsors:
Summer Triptych Book Club (Live Event) | Wednesday, July 22 - 3:00pm | Instagram Live
Join us live on Instagram to discuss the current month's book selections.