Teen News

TAB Donation Drive

The Teen Advisory Board would like to thank the Westland Community for contributing to Shh! Santa Helps Highschoolers in December! We raised $144 from bottle/can returns, purchased 48 gifts, and had 117 gifts donated! Shout out to TAB members, Janice S. and Zeinab M., for their hard work creating promotional materials, setting up the drive, and spreading the word. We will be hosting another Donation Drive in the summer, stay tuned for details! 

Feb 21, 2022
NicoleS
WestlandTeen's Discord

Join our Discord Server where we chat about our favorite animes, tv shows, movies, and more. Share your art, writing, photography, videos, and other hobbies. Keep up-to-date with current teen events and get free homework help from peers.

We also host events including:

Gaming Monday - play Among Us, JackBox, Garctic Phone, and more!

Anime Club - watch anime and talk about all things anime/manga

Minecraft Club - play with other teens and join events

Teen Trivia - test your knowledge for a chance to win a $25 gift card

PowerPoint Party - share your expertise with a PowerPoint on ANY topic

Fill out this form to receive an invite. 

May 14, 2021
NicoleS
Six Word Story Challenge

Teens in grades 7-12 are challenged to create a story with just six words! Submit it by May 31st for a chance to win a custom-made gift basket. Submit your story with this form.

May 8, 2021
NicoleS
MiLibraryQuest logo with mysterious figure holding an open book with footprints and question marks falling out.
MiLibrary Quest

“Yup, I did see someone but I really don’t remember much, I think maybe glasses?” 

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This clue is part of MiLibraryQuest: Mystery Edition.  See more information, solve the mystery, and enter for your chance to win a prize here.  

Dec 29, 2020
NicoleS
YA Subscription Boxes

Do you want two new YA books selected just for you every month?

These boxes are for readers in 7th-12th grade. Once you subscribe you will receive a personalized YA Box every month. Your box will include two new YA books picked out for you based on the answers you provide, book-related goodies, and a treat. Subscribe by filling out the form here

Nov 2, 2020
NicoleS
Teen Advisory Board Resumes

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join Westland Public Library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB). We will meet virtually once a month on Tuesdays from 6-7pm to discuss library programs, online resources, and current trends. Earn an hour of community service time for each meeting you attend. Additional volunteer opportunities are available including writing book reviews, compiling book lists, and more! Once you apply, you will be contacted via email so please list an email that you check frequently. Fill out the application here

Sep 9, 2020
NicoleS
Book Bundles
NEW Book Bundles

Do you miss browsing our shelves? Then check out our NEW BOOK BUNDLES!

What’s a Book Bundle? 

  • Book Bundles are a service for all ages to
    help you get quick access to a variety of reading material.
  • Book Bundles are librarian selected bundles of up to 10
    items grouped together by format, topic or genre.

Why Checkout a Book Bundle?

  • Discover new titles!
  • If you’ve missed browsing our new book shelves, use Book
    Bundles to find your next great read!
  • Keep the kids reading!

How Do I Get One?

  • Click HERE to fill out our Book Bundle form.
  • It will take up to two days to process your order and
    you will be notified once it is ready for pickup.
  • A maximum of two bundles per person at a time will be
    allowed.

 

Aug 26, 2020
TamieB
Summer Reading Starts Today!

Summer Reading Starts Today!

Our 2020 TEEN Summer Reading Program starts today!  This year's theme is Imagine Your Story

Teens in grades 7-12 can participate by reading and earning PRIZES!  Every 20 days of reading earns a prize, and at 40 days you get a FREE BOOK and an entry into our Grand Prize Drawing for gift cards and MORE!  

The program runs from June 15 through August 15.  Read 40 days during that time and record your days online HERE or stop by the library after June 22 to pick up a reading log from the front door.  You can also find a printable version HERE.  Prize pick-up for days you read begins July 29 and ends Aug. 29.

Read your favorite books anywhere and just Imagine Your Story!

Jun 17, 2020
Mrs Fry
Teen Weekly Challenges Continues

The Teen Weekly Challenges continues! Check out @westlandteens on Instagram or Facebook for the current challenges. A winner will be selected each week to receive a $25 Amazon gift card.

May 4, 2020
NicoleS
Virtual Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Join us on Wednesdays at 4pm for Virtual D&D. New and experienced players are invited! Email nicole.sype@westlandlibrary.org for information. 

Apr 27, 2020
NicoleS