Teens
Teen Services
Use your library card to borrow books, movies, and more! Teens (with or without a library card) are always invited to drop by to participate in events and hang out with their friends.
Student Cards are available for all enrolled students, age 5 – 18 years old, living in an area without library service within the Wa-Nee School District. This includes students at nonpublic schools within that area.*Parent/Guardian signature is required.
Upcoming Programs
- 03/06/26 @ 10:00am – 03/06/26 @ 11:00am Podcast Platform Nappanee Public Library Listen to the newest episode of Maggie's Book […]
- 03/06/26 @ 1:00pm – 03/06/26 @ 2:00pm Heritage Collection Meeting Room Heritage Collection Join us twice a month for a […]
- 03/09/26 @ 1:00pm – 03/09/26 @ 2:00pm Cube Nappanee Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 7:00pm Registration […]
- 03/10/26 @ 4:00pm – 03/10/26 @ 5:00pm Cube Nappanee Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 7:00pm Registration […]
Book Clubs & Reading Challenges
100 Books Before High School
Grade 6 – 8
Challenge: Read 100 books before beginning high school. There are no assigned books so you can read anything, including graphic novels and audiobooks! Each book must be unique. Rereads don’t count.
100 Books Before Graduation
Grade 9 – 12
Challenge: Read 100 books before graduating high school. Sign up as soon as your freshman year and start counting your books. Assigned reading for school can be included.
New Items
>Resources
Indiana Digital Library (Overdrive / Libby)
Provides access to eBooks and eAudio on a wide variety of portable devices and e-readers.
hoopla
Hoopla allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone β and even your TV!
INSPIRE
Indiana’s Virtual Library, a collection of commercial databases and other information resources that can be accessed by Indiana residents.
NoveList
Find new books based on books you’ve read or topics in which you are interested.
Provides over 35,000 full-text book reviews and annotations.
What’s New at NPL?
π°β¨ Exciting news for Nappanee!
The very first edition of The Nappanee Pace is out today! We are thrilled to welcome a brand-new local newspaper dedicated entirely to our wonderful community.
You can read a copy here at the Nappanee Public Library as part of our newspaper collection, or pick up a copy (while supplies last) at the Nappanee Center.
We are especially proud of Martha, Heritage Collection Manager at the ELC Heritage Collection, for her incredible work in helping make this publication a reality. Be sure to watch for her weekly column in The Nappanee Pace and historic cartoons from the collection!
Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter for Nappanee!
New Episode! π§οΈ
Tune in with Martha Owen, Manager of the ELC Heritage Collection, as she chats with local guests about the fascinating history of Nappanee. Tune in for bite-sized stories and insights into the heart of small-town Nappanee.
New episode available!
Gathering at Five Medals
There is a new episode of Book Bites with Maggie, the library`s go to podcast for all the book recommendations. In this newest episode, Maggie is discussing American History favorites with Jen! Tune in now on all the popular platforms. π§ π
Library Renovation Update: Progress on Phase 1 π§
We`re excited to keep you informed about the ongoing Library Renovation! We are currently making significant progress in Phase 1, which focuses on the Upper Level and the Main Entrance.
Upper Level Progress:
– The construction crew is nearing completion on the drywall and has recently started painting.
– The new Teen Room and two new study rooms have been framed in.
– Once complete, the Upper Level will house the Fiction, Nonfiction, Teen, and Media Collections, as well as the Newspapers, Magazines, and Local History Collection. We are targeting a February 2026 move-in date for these collections.
Main Entrance Update:
– The Main Desk will be updated to include an accessible desk and a new book drop.
– New Flooring is getting added today!
Please note that the Meeting Rooms, Study Rooms, and the Teen Room will not be available for public use until the entire renovation is complete. These areas are being utilized for staff workspace, library programs, and storage during the renovation.
We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as this work continues. We are looking forward to moving into these new spaces and beginning Phase 2 (the lower level) this Spring. Expect some temporary adjustments to the Kids Department when Phase 2 starts!
Stay tuned for future updates!
The Walnut St. Entrance + The Kid`s Department will be closed on January 30, 2026 and January 31, 2026 for construction. Please use the Main St. Entrance, located on the west side of the building. Customers can still request items from the kid`s collection at any other service desk or by calling the library at 574-773-7919 for Curbside Pickup. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Join Martha Owen, Manager of the ELC Heritage Collection, as she chats with local guests about the fascinating history of Nappanee. Tune in for bite-sized stories and insights into the heart of small-town Nappanee.
New episode available!
UFOs in Nappanee with guest Eli Owen
Listen Now!
Check it out! Mackenzie and Madison got their very first library card.
We couldn`t be more excited for them. π₯³
Way to go Caroline! She read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. π₯³
Bring your littles to the library to sign up for the challenge. Reading to your child helps to expand their vocabulary and it builds a lifelong love of reading. π
Library News
- Library Renovation Update – 02.17.2
The library Renovation is transitioning from Phase 1 (Upper Level) to Phase 2 (Lower Level). - Library Notifications
Having Trouble with Text Notifications? Here’s What to Know! We know how important it is to stay updated on your library account, especially when you’re waiting on a hold or trying to avoid late fees.