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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), All Branches

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 BOOK BOX

Ages 11-18, All Branches

Are you having trouble finding what to read next? Let us do the work for you! Book Boxes include books, crafts, snacks, bookmarks, stickers, and information on upcoming programs. Fill out a simple form to let us know what kind of books you like/dislike. Your subscription can be for 1, 3, or 6 months! Book Boxes can be picked up in Cadillac, Manton, or Mesick on the 1st of every month, after 3pm. Sign up with this link: Teen Book Box.

ANIME CLUB

First Thursday of Every Month. 4-6pm, Ages 11-18, Cadillac Branch

Join us for a monthly anime movie/show, snacks, activities or crafts, and discussion.

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.

Weekly Crafts (subject to change):

  • Sept 8: Bits to Hits
  • Sept 15: Pumpkin Apple Garland
  • Sept 22: Paper Strip Pumpkins
  • Sept 29: Beaded Hanging Fall Decor

VIBE & THRIVE - CULTURAL EXPLORATION

Fridays, 4-5pm, Ages 12-17, Cadillac Branch

Come to the library on Fridays for some cultural exploration and mental health activities/crafts.Click here for Vibe & Thrive's full schedule.

At this time, there is no bussing to these programs as the locations are all near the school. However, we are working to make it happen when our locations change this winter! Check back here to see the latest updates.

Brought to you by Cadillac Wexford Public Library, CAPS Crew, Staircase Youth Services, Wexford County MSU Extension, and Jam & Bread.

TEEN BOOKMARK CONTEST

September 21 - October 3, Ages 13-17, All Branches

We want to see your artwork! Pick up your form today and create up to 3 designs! Designs can be submitted September 21 - October 3, 2026. The public will vote for their favorites. The top three winners will not only have their bookmarks printed for the public, but will also receive a gift card to a local business! For full contest rules, see the Bookmark Contest Form. Forms are available at the Cadillac, Mesick, and Manton branches.

Brought to your by the Friends of the Cadillac Library.

TEENTOBER

All through October, Ages 12-18, Cadillac Branch

Be sure to attend these spooky events happening in the month of October!

  • Anime Club - Settle in for a scary anime movie or show, complete a craft, and have some snacks.
  • Drop in after school for some eerie crafts! We’ll also have snacks, good tunes, and the opportunity to make new friends. NOTE: There will be NO meeting on October 13th.
  • Teen Book Club - Sign up opens September 10th.  Sign up at the Information Desk and pick up your copy of the book. We will discuss the book and enjoy seasonal boba; beginning October 15.
  • An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe - Step into the mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe! Join us for dramatic readings of some of Poe's most famous poems while enjoying themed refreshments inspired by his classic works. This spooky and fun evening is perfect for those who enjoy gothic stories, poetry, and a touch of mystery. Gothic attire is encouraged. Sign up opens October 1.

BOOKS & BOBA

Ages 12-18, Thursday, October 15 at 3:30pm at the Cadillac Branch   /   Monday, October 19 at 4pm at the Mesick Branch

Sign up opens September 10.  Pick up your copy of the book (His Hideous Heart: 13 of Edgar Allan Poe's Most Unsettling Tales Reimagined by Dahlia Adler) when you sign up. We will discuss the book at the following meeting while we enjoy seasonal boba.

SIGN UP REQUIRED: CALL (231)775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.

AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE

Friday, October 30, 6-9pm, Ages 12+, Cadillac Branch

Step into the mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe! Join us for dramatic readings of some of Poe's most famous poems while enjoying refreshments inspired by his classic works. This spooky and fun evening is perfect for those who enjoy gothic stories, poetry, and a touch of mystery. Gothic attire is encouraged. Sign up opens October 1.

SIGN UP REQUIRED: CALL (231)775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.

BOOKS & BOBA

Ages 12-18, Thursday, November 12 at 4pm at the Cadillac Branch   /   Monday, November 16 at 4pm at the Mesick Branch

Sign up opens October 15.  Reserve a library copy of the book (Where Wolves Don't Die by Anton Treuer) when you sign up. We will discuss the book at the following meeting while we enjoy seasonal boba.

CWPL LIBRARY CARD REQUIRED

SIGN UP REQUIRED: CALL (231)775-6541, EMAIL TEENS@CADILLACLIBRARY.ORG, OR VISIT THE INFORMATION DESK.