News and Events

Girl with beasket of eggs and chick

Library Egg Hunt

Join us for an Egg Hunt! Children ages 3-6 are invited to an egg hunt Tuesday, April 6th at 4 p.m. in the Children's Area of the Library. This event is sponsored by the Willmar Public Library Teen Advisory Board.

Teen Events

Teen Anime/Manga Club

Anime drawing

Grades 6-12
1st Tuesday of the Month
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Teens, grades 6th-12th, are invited to watch Negima!, Tuesday, April 6th, at 6:30 p.m.
See Anime/Manga Club poster (PDF file)

 

Totally Teen Tuesday @ The Willmar Public Library presents Egg Art!

Teens, grades 6th-12th, can come decorate eggs Tuesday, April 6th, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Adult Book Clubs

Men's Book Club

Second Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center. At the March meeting, we will be deciding on book selections for the next six months.

February 9: Founding Brothers by Joseph Ellis
March 9: The Road by Cormac McCarthy

Third Tuesday Book Club

Meets every third Tuesday at the Willmar Community Center at 5:30 pm. Following are the dates and titles we'll discuss each month:

February 16: Skeletons at the Feast by Chris Bohjalian
March 16: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
April 20: My Antonia by Willa Cather
May 18: The Help by Kathryn Stockett
June 15: Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards
July 20: My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult

Adult Winter Reading Program

Read a Latte coffee mug

On these cold winter nights there's nothing like curling up with a warm beverage and a good book. With this thought in mind, "Read A Latte" was chosen as the theme for this year's adult winter reading program at the Willmar Public Library. The program runs from now until March 31. Those wishing to participate should stop in at the library to register and receive a game sheet. Participants who read five books will be eligible to receive a prize, and those who read 25 books will be entered into a grand prize drawing. For even more fun, participants may team up with others to help meet the requirements. Have fun and happy reading! Spring will be here before we know it.

Baby Lap Sit

The first years of life are the most crucial for brain developments. It may seem too early to read to infants and/or toddlers but reading to them is the beginning of a lifetime of loving books. Willmar Early Childhood Family Programs along with the Willmar Public Library is bringing together the Children’s Librarian and an Early Childhood teacher to provide families with music, finger plays, and stories.

For: Parents and their 6 week to 2 year old child.
When: Thursdays, January 21 – February 25
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Event will be held at the Willmar Public Library. There is no fee, but you must pre-register by calling 231-8490.

 

Bringing Books to Life

Child reading a book

Early Childhood Family Education and Willmar Public Library are working together to bring you and your 2 1/2 - 5 year old an evening of fun. Each night there will be a new story, which will be brought to life with the help of your child. There will be music, activities, and much more for you and your child. Sign up for one or all! There is no fee, but you must pre-register by calling 231-8490.

For: Parents and children 2 1/2 – 5 years old

When:

Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Every Child Ready to Read Storytime Kits Available

The Willmar Public Library has added ten Every Child Ready to Read Storytime Kits The kits are in storage tubs and are available for a two week check out. Everyone is welcome to check out the storytime kits. The kits include several items such as: books, puzzles, videos, cassette/book sets, CD’s, puppets, masks, and toys. Here is a listing of the kits:

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