FAMILY

Stick Together Mystery Mosaic

July 1 through 31,

Mezzanine

Stop by the Children’s Department to help create a surprise sticker mosaic picture. Readers who share a title of a favorite book will receive colorful stickers to add to the picture. If we stick together, the mystery image will soon be revealed!

INSIDE DRIVE-IN: MONSTERS, INC.

For children ages 3 and up

Wednesday, July 5, 2:00 pm craft, 3:00 pm movie, Auditorium

Join us as we make cars out of cardboard boxes to create a drive-in right in our auditorium.  Even if you cannot make the craft part, you are welcome to come for the movie when we watch Monsters, Inc Registration required for craft, but not for movie

FAMILY TIE-DYE

Thursday, July 13, 3:30 to 4:00 pm, Library Lawn

Join us on the Library Lawn to make your own tie-dye!  We will supply bandanas for all; families can bring additional items to dye if they wish. Groovy!

MAD SCIENCE EXPERIMENTATION TIME

Tuesday, July 18, 2:00 to 2:45 pm, 4:00 to 4:45 pm, 7:00 to 7:45 pm, Auditorium

Join us for exciting and interactive experiments and demonstrations with a real-life scientist. Mad Science brings the science and fun to match your enthusiasm.

Programs for Parents and Caregivers

Join us for a variety of programs to help parents and caregivers support their families. Registration is required for all of the following programs

DIGITAL ADAPTIVE PSAT AND SAT

Tuesday, May 2, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

The PSAT and SAT will be transitioning to a new digital format beginning Spring, 2024. The experts at Seely Test Pros will help you prepare your Class of 2025 student.

CYBERSECURITY FOR TEENS

Saturday, May 13, 10:00 to 11:00 am, Training Room

Prepare for summer at home by learning the latest information about cybersecurity. This program will cover red flags and best practices to keep safe online.

SAT/ACT FOR PARENTS

Tuesday, June 13, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

Let the experts at Seeley Test Pros guide you through pros, cons, and features of the SAT and ACT so you can help your student maximize their test success.

Reading Outside Of School

Tuesday, July 11, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

Learn how regular reading habits benefit grades and test scores and get expert tips on how to help your teen build their reading skills.

Roadmap To College

Tuesday, August 22, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom pm.

New to the college admissions process?

The experts at Seeley Test Pros will answer your questions about when to start the process, completing applications, and preparing for and taking tests.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

THURSDAYS, MAY 11 & MAY 25

3:30 TO 4:30

Teen Programs

Registration begins May 1. Programs DO NOT require registration unless noted.

May

TEEN OPEN COMPUTER LAB

Mondays during the school year

3:30 to 5:00 pm, Computer Training Room

Teens are invited to the lower-level computer Training Room every Monday for an open lab. Computer availability first-come first-serve.

STUDENT ADVOCACY TEAM

Tuesday, May 2, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, Community Room

As a group, students will work on crafts while discussing current events and planning programs and activities that meet the diverse needs of Rocky River teens. Grades 7-12.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Thursdays, May 11 & May 25, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, Community Room

Drop in to join fantastical adventures in this classic magic role-playing game. The May 25 session will be dedicated to selecting characters to be 3D printed. Grades 7-12.

Cybersecurity For Teens

Saturday, May 13, 10:00 to 11:00 am, Training Room

Prepare for summer at home by learning the latest information about cybersecurity. This program will cover red flags and best practices to keep safe online. Grades 7-12. Registration required.

TEEN SCREEN

Tuesday, May 16, 3:30 to 5:00 pm, Auditorium

Drop in for popcorn and a movie! Grades 7-12.

JUNE

SUMMER READING BLOCK PARTY

Saturday, June 10, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, Library Lawn Stop by the Teen Area for party games and prizes.

SAT/ACT FOR PARENTS

Tuesday, June 13, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

Let the experts at Seeley Test Pros guide you through pros, cons, and features of the SAT and ACT so you can help your student maximize their test success. Registration required

MYTHICAL MINIATURES PAINTING

Thursday, June 22, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, Auditorium

Personalize your own mythical creature and learn how to create architectural elements for your next role-playing game adventure. Grades 7-12. Registration required.

JULY

STUDENT ADVOCACY TEAM

Tuesday, July 11, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, Community Room

As a group, students will work on crafts while discussing current events and planning programs and activities that meet the diverse needs of Rocky River teens. Grades 7-12.

READING OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL

Tuesday, July 11, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

Learn how regular reading habits benefit grades and test scores and get expert tips on how to help your teen build their reading skills. Registration required.

AUGUST

PRIDE FESTIVAL

Saturday, August 19, 2:00 to 4:00 pm, Library Lawn

A family-friendly celebration of PRIDE in Rocky River for all in the LGBTQ+ community, their families, friends, allies, and neighbors! All with LOVE in their hearts are welcome to join us as a community as we connect, laugh, and celebrate with PRIDE!

ROADMAP TO COLLEGE

Tuesday, August 22, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Zoom

New to the college admissions process? The experts at Seeley Test Pros will answer your questions about when to start the process, completing applications, and preparing for and taking tests. Registration required.