100 Books Before Graduation

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100 Books Before Graduation

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Blue text on a light background reads "Find your favorites on our digital library!" To the right of the text is a young masculine-presenting white person wearing glasses and looking intently at a mobile device, presumably reading an ebook. Toward the bottom of the image is the logo for Wisconsin's digital library, an open blue book with different-colored blocks coming off the front cover.

Sign in with your library card for free ebooks, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, and more!

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SAT Prep - English Launchpad - at the Circulation Desk

A plastic jar with an open white lid. The label reads, Brain Boosters for Groups in a Jar, Brain-enhancing games to get teens moving and connecting

Brain Boosters for Groups in a Jar - in the Barden Room

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Learn SAT Math Launchpad - at the Circulation Desk

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ACT Prep Videos - Math & Science Launchpad - at the Circulation Desk

A plastic jar with an open white lid. The label reads, Cyber Dilemmas in a Jar, Challenges for Teens. That text is over clipart of a smartphone.

Cyber Dilemmas in a Jar - in the Barden Room

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ACT Prep - Reading & Essay - at the Circulation Desk

A plastic jar with a white lid. The label features vertical stripes of different colors, and text reads Teen Talk in a Jar, everyday questions for teens

Teen Talk in a Jar - in the Barden Room

Banner image for the Teen Photo Contest. Text reads, "Win a $250 Visa gift card!" and smaller text beneath reads "Entries due April 7, 2024"

No one sees the world exactly the way you do. Share your unique point of view through the 10th-annual Fond du Lac Teen Photo Contest.

Area teens are invited to submit photos in three categories:

  • Wildlife: Share a photo of your pet(s) or animals you encounter in nature
  • Black & White: Set the mood with a beautiful black & white image
  • Anything Goes: Share with us any photo you have taken that you feel is award-worthy!

The photographer who submits the photo judged best overall will win a grand prize $250 Visa gift card. Honorable mention awards will be given for the winners of each category.

The contest is open to teens who attend school in Fond du Lac County in grades six through 12.

Deadline to enter is April 5, 2024, after which the library will gather a VIP panel to judge entries.

Entries will be displayed in the library’s Langdon Divers Gallery in May.

Full contest rules and guidelines are available here or by calling (920) 322-3940.

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Meet us in the Teen Space for a tabletop roleplaying adventure! Bring your own level one D&D 5E character, or choose one of ours. If you have a set of dice, bring those too! All experience levels are welcome; geared toward teens in grades 6-12. 

Thursday, March 7, 4:00-6:00 PM
Thursday, May 2, 4:00-6:00 PM

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Not sure what to read next? Register each month to receive a new "cache" with this subscription-style program for teens.

Browser's Cache contains a library book to check out, read, and return, plus a snack, an activity, some swag, and a list of more book recommendations for you to keep.

Sunday, March 10 - Saturday, March 16: Fill out the form to register! Indicate your preferences, and we'll hook you up with a cache curated just for you. When your cache is ready, you will receive a notification that your hold is available.

March's theme is: Award Winners
April's theme will be: Historically Speaking
May's theme will be: Life After High School

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Join us at 4:30 PM on the third Tuesday of each month for an activity that explores the intersections between science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Each month we'll have a different art or craft project. We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination! Don't be intimidated - we're basically hanging out and making stuff. Can't make it? Check out the Teen Space after the event for instructions on how to do this month's project for yourself! Geared for those in grades 6-12 - younger folks will probably struggle with the difficulty level. Registration is generally not necessary unless supplies are very limited.

Tuesday, March 19 @ 4:30 PM - Window Clings
Tuesday, April 16 @ 4:30 PM - Personalized Picture Frames
Tuesday, May 21 @ 4:30 PM - Decorated Tote Bags

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Have you ever wanted to try out Magic the Gathering, but don't know where to start? Or played a long time ago and want a refresher? Join us in the Teen Space to meet other players and hone your skills! 

Thursday, March 21, 4:00-6:00 PM
Thursday, April 18, 4:00-6:00 PM
Thursday, May 16, 4:00-6:00 PM

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Calling all teen anime enthusiasts! Join us from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month to watch a couple episodes of an anime we choose (and eat snacks). Cosplay is always welcome! Geared toward middle school and high school students. We'll pick an anime to watch by consensus, so you're not stuck watching something you don't like - and if we don't get to your suggestion, we'll save it for next month.

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Banner for the Tiny Art Contest, April 1-April 29, 2024

Create a mini masterpiece! Canvases must be 4"x4". The library will provide canvases to those who sign up for the program, while supplies last - registration begins March 13. Pieces can be any medium or supplies (not food or perishables), but moust fit the canvas. Use library supplies to create yours if you like! Submissions due by April 29. Get all the details and register here.

 

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Register each month for a personalized book pick and a snack!

Follow Fond du Lac Teens page on Facebook!

Check us out at instagram.com/fondylibraryteens/

Dark text on a light background reads TEEN BOOK CLUB KITS. Red text below reads, 10 copies of the book + curated discussion questions. Find them in the Teen Space. Visit fdlpl.org/teens for full list. Three columns of seven YA book covers adorn the image.

Jumpstart your book club! Each kit comes in a handy tote with 10 copies of the book, plus a list of curated discussion questions. Click the image for kit availability.

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More Events for Teens

Bulleted list that reads: Visit fdlpl.libnet.info/events. Next to "Filter by" click "Age Group". Click the check box next to "Teens". Find a book club, maker event, or interesting other program - you're invited! Sign up if needed. Mark your calendar!

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White text on a green background reads, "Learn more about the idea studio," the Fond du Lac Public Library's makerspace. Online setup and consultation are available.

Click through to learn how to use our recording studio, embroidery machine, 3-D printers, button maker, and more!

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