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Teen Programming

Light-Up Wire Art

Get your glow on at the library! Create custom neon signs using electroluminescent wire to build your masterpiece. Registration required. AGES: 12-18

Sa Aug 19 2-3 p.m. CH L167

Taylor Swift Trivia Night

Are you a musical mastermind for the eras? Grab your friends and earn Swiftie bragging rights. We’ve got the blank spaces, come play the game! Snacks for all and prizes for the winning team.

AGES: 12-18

T Sep 12 5:30-6:30 p.m. IR

Video/Board Game Day

Join us for an afternoon of video and board games. Hang out with your friends and enjoy free-play on the library's gaming equipment. AGES: 12-18

Sa Sep 16 2-4 p.m. CH L167

Levitating Lanterns

Power up! Come to the library and learn how to build a levitating lantern and watch it fly. Registration required.

AGES: 12-18

Sa Oct 21 2-3 p.m. CH L167

Hack That Painting

Dream it, paint it! Put your brush to canvas and see where your imagination takes you. Registration required.

AGES: 12-18

Sa Nov 18 2-4 p.m. CH L107

After Hours: Mario Kart Tournament

Battle your friends in a Mario Kart Tournament after the library closes! Eat some food, hang with friends, and battle for a top prize. All levels of players are welcome! Registration required. AGES: 12-18

Th Dec 14 5:30-7:30 p.m. IR

After Hours: Indoor Snowball Fight

Ready for the fight of your life? Join us at College Hill as we play a series of snowball games including an epic snowball fight! Snacks provided. Registration required.

AGES: 12-18

F Dec 15 6:30-8 p.m. CH

Teen Fun Time

Just for you: free time and food! Oculus headsets, chess boards, Mario Kart, and whatever else we can get our hands on. Drop in to discover, chill, and explore the library’s games and resources. AGES: 12-18

Thursdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. IR

Teen Advisory Board

Want to have a say in the Westminster Public Library? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Create programs, meet new people, share and discuss ideas about what you want to see in the teen space, be involved in your community, and eat snacks! Earn volunteer credits and add experience to your college application or resume. AGES: 12-18

1st Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m. CH L167

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Join the adventure and learn about Dungeons & Dragons! Resources are provided during games and players can join our Discord to communicate with each other outside of sessions. Both new and veteran players are always welcome and no registration is required.

NO CLASS: Dec 24 AGES: 12-18

2nd & 4th Sundays 1-4 p.m. IR

Adult Programming

Mini Art Show

Let your inner artist shine! Pick up a mini art kit, create your masterpiece, and return it to display at the College Hill Library. Pick up supplies starting Sep 15 while they last. Art will be displayed throughout the month of Oct. Come and vote for your favorites. ALL AGES

F Sep 15 9 a.m.-5 p.m. CH

Self-Care Sunday

Treat yourself to a relaxing afternoon of yoga, meditation, and art. Gather new ideas for your personal wellness tool kit, practice old favorites, and share the experience. Registration required. AGES: 18+

Su Oct 1 2-4 p.m. CH L107

A Conversation About Book Banning

Book challenges are happening every day in schools and libraries across the country. Join a panel discussion held during Banned Books Week, moderated by the Colorado Association of Libraries (CAL) Intellectual Freedom Committee, to discuss censorship attempts and defending the right to read. ALL AGES (17 and under welcome with adult)

W Oct 4 6-7:30 p.m. CH L211

Spooky Local Lore

Join the Westminster Archive for a night of chills and thrills. Participants will be invited to share Westminster ghost stories, local legends, and other regional spooky tales.

AGES: 16+

W Oct 25 5:30-7 p.m. CH L169 (Westminster ArchiveCenter)

Chess Meet at Irving Street

Test your chess skills against other players in our community! All ages are welcome and coaches will be present to help guide new players interested in learning the game. ALL AGES

Sa Oct 28 1-4:30 p.m. IR

Westy Prepared Series

Preparedness is a shared responsibility of the City and its residents. This program introduces participants to all-community hazards, as well as mitigation and preparedness efforts to create a more resilient community. Registration required. AGES: 18+

SPACE WEATHER, ELECTROMAGNETIC PULSE, & NUCLEAR THREAT

Sa Oct 28 11-12:30 p.m. IR

Nature Tracks & Traces

Saturday, Dec 2 2-4 p.m. College Hill L107

All Ages

Ever wonder which animal left tracks in the snow? Was it a mountain lion or your neighbor's cat? Learn how to identify the clues nature leaves behind with a Standley Lake Naturalist. 17 and under welcome with adult.

Evening Book Club

Meet new friends and expand your reading with hot new titles and old favorites you might have missed! Reading list available on the library website. AGES: 18+

2nd Mondays 6-7:30 p.m. CH L167

The Write Track

This monthly workshop invites you to find and develop your voice through writing. Explore your creative side! AGES: 18+

2nd Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m. CH L200

Noon Book Club

Read the selected book and be prepared to join us for a lively discussion about the book. Register separately for each meeting. AGES: 18+

1st Wednesdays 12-1 p.m. Hybrid: IR + Virtual

Short Story Night

A book club for anyone who doesn’t have time for a book club. Join us for conversation about one short story a month and stay for a short interview with the author (when possible). Snacks and mocktails provided! See WPL website for details.

3rd Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. IR