Teens
Character Pen Pals Letter Writing (Ongoing)
Make a child smile by writing a letter as their favorite character! Sign up using this form, then pick up letter writing materials and instructions at the Youth Services desk. Completed letters should be returned to the library as soon as you are finished. For each program quarter, volunteers can earn up to five service hours by participating in Character Pen Pals. Please allow staff time to get your kit ready before coming in; you will be notified via email when your kit is available.
Teen Book Reviews
Ever wanted to tell your fellow teens what you think about the books you're reading? Tell us your opinion (positive or negative) through this form here and earn one service hour. A maximum of five reviews can be submitted per semester.
ARC Book Reviews
Pick a book from our ARC cart by the Teen Fiction collection and take it home to read. Complete the review form inside and return to the library to earn one service hour, but keep the book!
Program Volunteers
DCM Wonder Club
Wednesdays • 3:45 pm • Registration Required
September 2: Register Here
October 14: Register Here
November 11: Register Here
Volunteers should arrive at 3:45 pm. Volunteers will assist groups of children in completing a STEAM challenge.
Harvest Fest Trunk-or-Treat
Saturday • October 10 • 2:30-6 pm • Registration Required
Located at the Lemont Park District
Volunteers will assist with set-up of the Trunk-or-Treat, handing out candy, and directing participants where to go during the event.
Teen Volunteer Squad
Thursdays • 4 pm
September 10
October 8
November 19
Make your voice heard! Teens share what they’re watching, reading, etc., while also sharing opinions on current and future teen programs. We’ll work on various service projects at each meeting.
At Your Service
Tuesdays • 4 pm • Registration Required
September 15: Register Here
October 20: Register Here
November 17: Register Here
Come socialize with other teens while you complete service projects for community organizations. Project details will be posted on the Teen page of our website.
Teen Board Games
Under construction. Please check back soon!
Library of Things
Under construction. Please check back soon!
100 Books before Graduation
Reading for enjoyment is linked to better academic performance and a greater sense of well-being. Open to Lemont students and cardholders in Grades 6-12, this reading program is the perfect way to stay motivated throughout junior high and high school. Track how many books you read for fun and for school with Beanstack online or the Beanstack tracker app on your mobile device. Earn prizes on your way to 100!
Read 25 Books = color change pencil & sticker
Read 50 Books = kawaii pin
Read 75 Books = entry to our gift card raffle
Read 100 = Grad-ready kit
School Visits
Would you like a librarian to visit your junior high or high school classroom? To book a visit, please email Jazmin McNamara at jmcnamara@lemontlibrary.org. Please book your visit at least two weeks in advance as availability is limited.
Recorded Teen Booktalks