Calling all Pokémon trainers: we’re ready to give you a “pika” at Naperville Public Library’s newest summer event, Pokémon Camp!
Intended to bring the world of Pokémon to fans of all ages, this three-day event will include a variety of activities from crafts, scavenger hunts, tournaments and more. From June 10-12, each of Naperville Public Library’s three buildings will host a full day of activities to celebrate the love and legacy of Pokémon.
“Pokémon Camp has been a three-year project in the making,” children’s librarian Ian Reed said. “The idea came in 2019 shortly after I started the Pokémon League program at Naper Blvd. Library and saw just how beloved Pokémon was with our young customers.”
With the help of the Pokémon Camp team, Reed has poured his 25-year passion for Pokémon into this incredible weekend experience that he’s sure will brighten the hearts of every Pokémon trainer!
Pokémon Camp will bring the world of dynamic-duo Ash Ketchum and Pikachu to life with engaging activities including:
Pokémon-themed crafts
Make some electro-cute crafts, including paper Pokémon bobbleheads and Pikachu headbands for children and Pokémon beady buddies and corner bookmarks for teens and adults.
Card game training
Do you love to collect and trade Pokémon cards but aren’t sure how to play the game? Our Pokémon professors will give you some pointers!
Eeveelutions scavenger hunt
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Pick up a scavenger hunt and scour the Library for Eeveelutions hiding throughout the Children’s Services Department at each location. Try and find eevee-ry one!
Trivia challenges
Prepare for trouble and make it double when you put your Pokémon knowledge to the test with this entertaining trivia challenge. Find out if your Pokémon knowledge is as good as Alakazam, or more like a pile of rock-types.
Teen Pokkén Tournament
With all new modes and new ways to battle with friends on the Nintendo Switch console, join the Pokkén Tournament for a chance to become champion of the Ferrum Region.
Ashlee Conour is the marketing specialist at Naperville Public Library.