Upcoming Events
Bookmark Design Contest
July 1-26
Can you picture your art on one of the library's bookmarks? Pick up an entry form at the library and return your completed design by July 26, 2025 for a chance to be featured.
Contest rules:
- Designers must be between ages of 6-18.
- Designs must be original and must fit the theme “Color Our World” or celebrate learning, reading, and libraries.
- One entry per person.
- Designs may be either horizontal or vertical. Use the bookmark space provided and turn in the whole form intact.
- Any 2D art medium may be used (crayons, markers, colored pencils, etc.). Please no computer generated images or 3D materials (glitter, glued items, etc.).
- Do not write your name, address, or any other identifying marks on the bookmark itself.
- Do not use copyrighted characters, logos, clip art, etc.
- Bookmarks will be judged on originality, design, and printability.
- Please keep important design details away from the edge of the box.
- Submit the original entry form available at the library or an exact photocopy of the same size.
All entries become the property of Mount Horeb Public Library and may be reproduced for public distribution, displayed in the library, and posted to the library's social media channels and website. The Mount Horeb Public Library may use each winner's name, design, and photo for publicity purposes.
Friday, July 18, 6:30-8:30 pm
Step out of your reality and into the fantasy at the Enchanted Library. Join us after hours for an immersive fantasy experience designed to delight dreamers and adventurers alike.
- Dance Floor - Waltz, sway, or boogie the night away
- Photo Ops - Capture magical memories with enchanting backdrops and whimsical props
- Crafting Corner - Create your own fantastical crafts
- Fantasy Displays - Explore collections of fantasy titles to discover your next fandom
- Spot the hidden fairy doors throughout the library and uncover their secrets in a whimsical scavenger hunt.
Dress Code: Come as you are or embrace the enchantment! Cosplay is welcome and costumed attendees may receive a fun extra treat! Don’t miss your chance to step into the story and let the magic of the Enchanted Library whisk you away!
Registration and signed permission slip required. Open to ages 11-16. Please register for your spot here (registration opens June 9).
Tuesday, July 22, 3-4 pm
Create the weirdest, ugliest, most bizarre piece of art you can imagine with the supplies provided. How will you know you're doing it? You'll find the sweet spot of tackiness, glitter and total uselessness. This is a no-pressure creative environment, so come and try it out! You literally cannot fail.
Open to ages 12-16.
Monday, July 28, 2-3 pm
Participants will learn to make colorful, healthy dishes in a fun and interactive class led by Chef Lily, The Kids Chef. Open to kids ages 9-14, please register to claim your spot (registration opens June 9).
The Teen Area
The teen area houses our teen collections including fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, audio, and video games. We have a shelf of Lucky Day items (skip-the-line copies of popular books & movies). The space has comfortable seating and a variety of tables for solo or group use. Patrons of all ages are welcome. You do not need a library card to use the library space.
The library also offers two walk-in study rooms for group use or quiet study. Please ask at the front desk.
Wondering what to expect during a visit to the library? Click here to learn more and view a social narrative.
Bookbox Subscription
Sign up for a 3-month subscription of books and goodies hand-picked for you! Each month, you will receive one box with a library book and several small treats chosen just for you. Open to readers ages 13-18. Click here to sign up and take the reader personality quiz.
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