Teen Newsletter
Welcome to the Summer Reading edition of the All Things Teen newsletter! Learn about all the exciting offerings at the library this summer and how we can help you with your summer reading assignments.
Visit the Summer Reading website

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Beanstack Reading Challenge
"Unearth a Story" with our 2026 Teen Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack! Create a Beanstack account, log 5 books and be entered to win prizes. 
 
The challenge begins June 1st. You have until September 9th to log your books to be entered.
Learn about Beanstack on our website
Summer Programs
We have a ton of exciting programs this summer! Visit the library to learn how to make the best iced coffee, meet new animals, make some art and more. 
Summer Reading programs for teens on our website
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Summer Reading Lists
We're gathering up all the Summer Reading lists for schools across the county for your convenience! Check back as we begin adding them in June.
Summer Reading lists on our website
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Volunteer This Summer
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Our summer volunteer program, Service and Achievement In the Library (S.A.I.L.), allows teens the opportunity to serve their community while learning, sharing, and having fun! Spend the summer earning volunteer hours while you help the library and your community.
 
S.A.I.L. is offered to teens that have completed at least 7th grade and are entering 8th grade in the fall of 2026.
Apply to volunteer on our website

Summer Reading Inspiration
Not sure what to read this summer? Check out our book lists curated by our librarians and our Summer Reading recommendation videos on our YouTube channel.
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Book Lists
Find your next great read with our book lists. From genres to special topics or interests - there's a curated book list for you! Our librarians update these lists throughout the year so check back often.
View book lists on our website
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YouTube Videos
Each year our librarians create videos recommending reads that are perfect for your summer reading assignments. Check out past and present videos on our YouTube channel.
View the playlist on YouTube

Personalized Reading Recommendations
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Sign up for our new reading recommendations newsletter to receive a monthly list of book picks in the categories of your choosing!
Visit our website to sign up today

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