2 minute read
teens
by tjpaluch
The Art of Expression
Monday, June 5 and July 10, 3 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
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The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. In June, we’ll tie dye t-shirts to celebrate Pride month. In July, we’ll create apocalypse Barbie dolls. Registration required.
Level Up!
Tuesdays, 4 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Use our tablets and Nintendo Switch to play Among Us, Minecraft, Roblox, and more.
Learn to Slay: Intro to Dungeons & Dragons
Tuesday, June 6, 13, and 20, 6 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
Join us as we learn the basics of how to get started at D&D with The Rook Room. We will learn character creation, combat, the basics of storytelling, and more. This is a three-part program. Please register for the first session to participate.
Pride Dance Party
Friday, June 9, 10 AM | Central Library
It’s Pride Month, and we’re celebrating with a dance party! Wear your colors and bring the kids for snacks, rainbow crafts, and of course, dancing!
Wednesday Addams Escape Room
Friday, June 9, 4 and 5 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Wednesday has been sent to Nevermore Academy for some harmless pranks, and all she can think about is escaping. Can you make your way through the mysterious clues from her present and past memories to find the way out? Best for those ages 8-16. Registration Required
Love Your Amazing Self: Affirmation Mirrors
Friday, June 9, 2 PM | East Side Library
We will read the book Love your Amazing Self: Joyful Verses for Young Voices, by Ofosu Jones-Quartey, then create our own affirmation mirror to remind us of the wonderful things about ourselves!
Teen Tech Mondays
Monday, June 12 and July 10, 6 PM | Forest Avenue Library
We will have iPads with Procreate, a green screen, 3-D pens, and more! Ages 12+.
Show Your Pride
Wednesday, June 14, 4 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Teens, display your pride this month! We will use cardboard looms to weave colorful Pride flags. Then we will create our own buttons and perler bead designs, all wearable for Pride Month!
Totally Terrific Tie Dye Tote Bags
Thursday, June 15, 5:30 PM | East Side Library
Join us at the library to create your own crazy and colorful tie-dye tote bag! The library will provide a canvas tote bag and all other materials needed to make a tie dye tote bag. Registration required
School of Beats
Friday, June 16 and July 21, 4 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Learn the skills needed to become a DJ. We provide the equipment, you bring the creativity.
Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, June 22, 5 PM and July 20, 6 PM | East Side Library
Our June program has a special perk: You can make your very own DMPL & Dragons t-shirt! Registration required to get a t-shirt. Dropins welcome for open play.
Nintendo Switch Party
Monday, June 26 and July 17, 3 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers.
Weave Your Pride
Wednesday, June 28, 3:30 PM | South Side Library
Learn how to weave a beautiful Pride flag tapestry. You’ll choose your colors and learn the basics of weaving on a small, beginner’s notch loom!
Thrifting Teens: Upcycled T-Shirt Bags
Thursday, July 6, 6:30 PM | East Side Library
Join the library in making reusable bags out of thrifted t-shirts. No sewing skills needed. We will learn a couple quick methods that require little to no sewing to create a strong and study bag for you to take home.
Bubble Tea Party
Wednesday, July 12, 4 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Teens, are you a fan of bubble tea? Join us for a tea party! We will make our own bubble tea in a variety of flavors and enjoy other fun boba-related activities.
