BOOK BAGS 2025

Fill out this form with your likes and dislikes so we know what to select for your monthly book bag! Each bag contains two library books, a snack, a bookmark, sticker, library program information, a craft or activity, and more. The more you share, the more personalized your bag will be. Ages 11-18. 
How to sign up & receive your Book Bag: 
1. Fill out a Book Bag Form (to help us know what you like!):
BOOK BAG FORM
Fill out this form once every 1 to 6 months, depending on what time of year you sign up: 
  • Now through November 2025
  • Now through February 2026
2. Pick up your Book Bag after 3pm on the 1st of the month (you'll have 14 days to pick up your bag). Enjoy!

2025 TEEN EPIC READS CHALLENGE

AGES 13-18

Challenge yourself to read 24 of our select epic titles in 2025. Turn in your completed sheet before the end of the year for your chance to win a Teen Bag filled with snacks, books, crafts, and more! Pick up a form at the library or click on the link below.

EPIC READS FORM

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

AGES 14-18

As a TAB member, you can help decide our teen programs, recommend books, create content, and promote participation. We are now accepting applications! Stop in at the Information Desk for more information. Application deadline is before 1pm on Friday, October 24, 2025. First meeting is Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5pm.

ROLL INTO READING

JUNE 11 - AUGUST 31, 2025, AGES 12-18

We have partnered with The Food Mafia Restaurant & Rolled Ice Cream to present this yummy reading program for teens. Read a book, write a review*, and receive a coupon for a full serving of rolled ice cream with toppings. Join the fun all summer long!

*Review forms are available at the Library's Information Desk. One coupon per person, per book review. MORE BOOKS = MORE REVIEWS - MORE ICE CREAM!

PARENT TEEN CRAFT NIGHT

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 4-6PM, AGES 11+

Teens are invited to bring their parent or guardian for some free crafting fun! All supplies will be provided.

T-ZONE TUESDAYS

TUESDAYS, 3-5PM, GRADES 6-12 (SUGGESTED AGES 11-18)

New name - same fun! Drop in the Community Room after school for some games, snacks, good tunes, crafting, and the opportunity to make new friends.

September Craft Challenges: 

  • September 2 - Bean & Seed Mosaics
  • September 9 - Pieces of Me Puzzle Craft
  • September 16 - Pop Tab Art
  • September 23 - Fall Leaf Mosaics
  • September 30 - Craft Break! Movie & Snacks

*craft challenges may change*

TEEN LIFE SKILLS SERIES

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 - JANUARY 15, 2026, AGES 14-18

Let's learn some life skills! This five part series covers, finances, vehicles, jobs, options after high school, and mental health with some of our area's leaders in the field, Weiss Financial, and the Michigan eLibrary.

  • Budgeting Basics (with Fifth Third Bank): September 4, 4-6pm
  • Owning a Vehicle (with Farm Bureau Insurance): October 2, 4-6pm
  • Finding a Job (with Networks Northwest/Northern Michigan Works): November 6, 4-7pm
  • Options After High School (with Career Tech Center): December 4, 4-6pm
  • Self Care & Mental Health (with Life Skills Psychological Services): January 15, 4-6pm

TEEN LIFE SKILLS SERIES - BUDGETING BASICS

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 4-6PM, AGES 14-18

Let's learn some life skills! Part 1 of this series is learning the basics of savings and spending money with Fifth Third Bank, Weiss Financial, and the Michigan eLibraryThe first 15 participants will receive a free budget planner! No sign up required. Parents/guardians are welcome to view the presentation with their teen(s).

BOOK BEDAZZLE

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 4-6PM, AGES 11-18

Have you ever wanted to bling out a book cover or spine? Join us for some sparkly fun! Bring your favorite book and we will provide the supplies. 

SIGN UP REQUIRED - SPACE IS LIMITEDscan the QR code in the photo, visit https://forms.gle/gZgV9gJySRQwWA1w6, email teens@cadillaclibrary.org, or stop by the Information Desk to sign up.

Ebooks & Online Resources

Up North Digital

Hoopla digital media

World Foods

Transparent Language

Financial Information Database

MeL.org

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Thousands of full text magazines and newspapers available at no charge.
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