Teen Programs
These library programs are designed for the library's teenage readers in grades 6-12.
*Teen Programming will take place IN-PERSON unless otherwise noted. Please view the program description below for more information. All programs are subject to change.*
Dungeons and Dragons Club for Teens
Tuesday, December 5th at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Dungeons and Dragons Club. If you are interested in joining, please e-mail Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net to sign up for the waitlist.
Percy Jackson Book Club for Teens
Wednesday, December 6th at 6:00pm
Calling all Percy Jackson fans! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Percy Jackson Book Club. Join us on the first Wednesday of every month where we will discuss the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series while enjoying snacks as well as crafts and activities based on the book series! We will be reading the third book in the series, The Titan’s Curse, for our meeting. Participants should read or listen to the book prior to the book club meeting. If you do not finish the entire book, you can still come to the event. Participants are also encouraged to bring at least two questions or ideas that they would like to discuss with the group. Join us as we make DIY Nectar and Ambrosia Ornaments inspired by the book! All materials will be provided. If you are interested in joining, please register online here.
Teen Craft: DIY Snow Globe
Tuesday, December 12th at 5:00pm
Teens going into grades 7-12 are invited to join us for a DIY Snow Globe Craft! Using hot glue, glitter, water, and small figures participants will make a snow globe. All materials will be provided. Come by the library to create your own winter wonderland with this snow globe craft! If you are interested in attending, please register online here.
The Chatterbox: Teen Authors and Illustrators Club
Tuesday, December 12th at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our student-led Teen Authors and Illustrators Club! At this meeting, we will continue to discuss crafting our story. Our student-led Teen Authors and Illustrators Club provides a safe and welcoming space for teens to share their love of writing and meet new teens in the area! If you are interested in joining, please register online here.
Teen Choice Book Club
Wednesday, December 13th at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to our Teen Choice Book Club meeting! We will be reading Stepsister by Jennifer Donnelly. We have snacks and drinks and discuss our book! Participants who join our book club will be able to select a book for the group to read based on their own interests! Each participant’s book selection forms our teen choice book club reading list. If you are interested in joining, please email Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net.
Dungeons and Dragons Club for Teens
Tuesday, December 19th at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Dungeons and Dragons Club. If you are interested in joining, please e-mail Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net to sign up for the waitlist.
Teen Board Game Night
Wednesday, December 20th at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to the Library for our Board Game Night! Play a board game from our selection or feel free to bring your own. Invite your friends for a night of board games and snacks at the library! Join us at the library every third Wednesday for Teen Board Game Night!
If you are interested in attending, please register online here.
Teen Choice Book Club
Thursday, December 21st at 6:00pm
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to our Teen Choice Book Club meeting! We will continue to read Stepsister by Jennifer Donnelly. We have snacks and drinks and discuss our book! Participants who join our book club will be able to select a book for the group to read based on their own interests! Each participant’s book selection forms our teen choice book club reading list. If you are interested in joining, please email Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net.
For more teen events and updates, follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/splibraryteens/.
LIBRARY & BEYOND DIGITAL RESOURCES
On top of our in-person program offerings, here are some other online activities that teens can take part in—all for free.
POPULAR DIGITAL LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR TEENS
You'll need a Library Card to access these resources. Please visit South Park Township Library to sign up for a Library Card!
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E-LIBRARY TEENS PAGE
The eLibrary Teens page is the hub for all library resources with teen-focused content.
OTHER ONLINE ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS
Guided “Meditocean” with the Monterey Bay Aquarium This 11 minute video uses footage of MBA’s Pacific sea nettles as a backdrop to a beautiful guided meditation. |
Sweet Home 3D A free interior design application that helps you place your furniture on a house 2D plan, with a 3D preview. |
SelectReads is a suite of online products that allows patrons to select from a variety of options to find out when new materials that interest them are added to the collection.
Teens are invited to sign up for this new library service to receive free monthly updates via e-mail on all the newest teen books! For more information, please visit the SelectReads website!
