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Teen Programming

TEEN NEWSLETTER

Would you like to know everything that's happening this quarter? View our newsletter here or pick up a copy in our branches.

100 BOOKS BEFORE GRADUATION

Grades 10-12 (Suggested Ages 16-18)

Before you face the adult world, we've come up with a list of titles to help you prepare! Learn different perspectives and ways of life; all while earning cool prizes along your journey. Begin your adventure at the Cadillac, Manton, or Mesick branches to pick up your Level One list today!

TEEN GENRE BOOK BOX

Ages 11-18, All Branches

Do you want to learn more about a certain subject, but not sure where to start? A Genre Book Box may be what you are looking for. Fill out a simple form and receive: 2 library books in your select genre, 1 snack, 1 craft, 1 bookmark, and 2 stickers. BONUS: Each quarter, you will also receive a book to keep! Your subscription can be for 1 month or through August 2026! Genre Book Boxes can be picked up in Cadillac, Manton, or Mesick on the 1st of every month, after 1pm. Sign up with this link: Teen Genre Book Box.

BOOKS, BROWNIES, & BOBA

Ages 12-18, Next Meetings:

  • Monday, July 6th, 4pm, Mesick Branch
  • Friday, July 10th, 5pm, Cadillac Branch

Join our Teen Book Club! We meet once per month and discuss what we’ve read while enjoying brownies and boba.

SPACE IS LIMITED - SIGN UP REQUIRED - CALL 775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.

TEEN TUESDAYS

Tuesdays, 3-5pm, Ages 11-18, Cadillac Branch

Drop in the community room on Tuesdays after school for some fun! We’ll have crafts, games, good tunes, and an opportunity to make new friends. No sign up required.

Craft Challenges (may change):

  • July 7 - Bits to Hits
  • July 14 - Jenga Block Painting
  • July 21 - Shrinky Dink Keychains
  • July 28 - Lake Swirl Suncatchers

UNEARTH A STORY: 3D PRINT A PIECE OF GEOCACHE SWAG

June 1st-July 31st, Ages 11-18, All Branches

Choose one item to 3D print from one of the website links below. REMEMBER: This item needs to be able to fit in a small container.

THINGIVERSE       PRINTABLES       MAKERWORLD

Once you find the one you want, copy the URL (website address), and click here to upload it. If you have any questions, please email teens@cadillaclibrary.org.

MiLIBRARY QUEST

July 1-31, 2026, Ages 11-18, All Branches

In a world where dinosaurs and humans are enemies, a mysterious force will try to bring them together. Teens are invited to participate in MiLibraryQuest beginning on July 1.


This clue is part of MiLibraryQuest, a set of virtual puzzles for teens. To participate in the Quest, click here. To return to the Quest, use your "go back" option to go back to the previous page or tab. 

HINT: 

Please email milibraryquest@gmail.com for a description of this HINT (cipher). Logo description for the visually impaired: "MiLibraryQuest" and images of a dancing dinosaur, disco balls, and the state of Michigan.

UNEARTH A STORY: MINECRAFT ARCHEOLOGY

Friday, July 24th, 6-8pm, Ages 11-18, Cadillac Branch

Join us while we mine for select items in this after-hours videogame event. Be the first to complete the challenge and win a small prize!

SPACE IS LIMITED - SIGN UP REQUIRED - CALL 775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.

BACK TO SCHOOL HAIRCUTS

Friday, August 7th, 3-6pm, Ages 11-18, Cadillac Branch

Get a FREE haircut before you head back to school! New Image Salon will be on hand to make sure you look your best for the new school year.

SPACE IS LIMITED - SIGN UP REQUIRED - CALL 775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.