Teens

Sat, 06/17/2023 - 10:24
cover of book: every day. Clouds and three bodies floating downward

 

Do you love art? Reading? Join us for Brain Sparks!

This program is for teens who are 13-17 years old (or 8th to 12th grade). Each month teens meet to discuss the selected book and do something creative. The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person. 

When you register, choose either the virtual or in-person option for that month. The content of both programs is the same. The virtual program is via Zoom and the in-person program takes place at the Central Library. 

Step one: Register. Check out this month's book from your local library: 

Sat, 06/17/2023 - 15:02
book cover. African American holding a green card. RV zooming away at the bottom corner of the book cover.

Are you in 5th-8th grade? Do you love to read?  

Reader's Quest Book Group

A book and activity group for youth in 5th-8th grade. 

Step one: Sign up. Check out the book from your local library

Step two: Read the book

Step three: Join us at the Central Library for a discussion and book-related activities based on the book.  

July Program

Book: Clean Getaway by Nic Stone

In-Person Program @ Central Library

Saturday, June 22, 11-12:30

Thu, 03/16/2023 - 15:16
letters and stars spelling out the word 'vote'

We need your help! The Central Library is planning to create a new teen space in the building for teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17. If you are a teenager, we would love your input. Give us all your ideas!

Please complete this quick survey to help us in the design and creation of a teen space. Be sure to share with your friends!

Wed, 02/22/2023 - 15:26
Cover of frankly in love. Pink background and three teens standing

Do you love art? Reading? Join us for Brain Sparks!

This program is for teens who are 13-17 years old (or 8th to 12th grade). Each month teens meet to discuss the selected book and do something creative. The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person. 

When you register, choose either the virtual or in-person option for that month. The content of both programs is the same. The virtual program is via Zoom and the in-person program takes place at the Central Library. 

Thu, 01/19/2023 - 15:31

Are you in 5th-8th grade? Do you love to read?  

Reader's Quest Book Group

A book and activity group for youth in 5th-8th grade. 

The program is usually available in two formats: virtual and in-person. However, we are only offering the virtual format for December. We will return to two options in January. 

Step one: Sign up. Participants receive a book to keep

Step two: Read the book

Step three: Join us for a mellow trivia contest based on questions from the book 

January 

Book: The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

Virtual Program via Zoom

Saturday, January 7, 10-11:30

  • Join us, via zoom, for a mellow trivia contest based on the book

In-Person Program @ Central Library

Saturday January 28, 11-12:30

Fri, 12/16/2022 - 14:41
Cover of Gilded by Marissa Meyer

Do you love art? Reading? Join us for Brain Sparks!

This program is for teens who are 13-17 years old (or 8th to 12th grade). Each month teens meet to discuss the selected book and do something creative. The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person. 

When you register, choose either the virtual or in-person option for that month. The content of both programs is the same. The virtual program is via Zoom and the in-person program takes place at the Central Library. 

Step one: Register. Check out the book, Gilded by Marissa Meyer, from the library

Wed, 12/07/2022 - 17:41
cover of The Girls I've Been by Tess Sharpe

Do you love art? Reading? Join us for Brain Sparks!

This program is for teens who are 13-17 years old (or 8th to 12th grade). Each month teens meet to discuss the selected book and do something creative. The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person. 

When you register, choose either the virtual or in-person option for that month. The content of both programs is the same. The virtual program is via Zoom and the in-person program takes place at the Central Library. 

Step one: Register. Check out the book, The Girls I've Been, from the library

Step two: Read the book before the program

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 15:39
cover of the book: e Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making. Dragon and a girl

Are you in 5th-8th grade? Do you love to read?  

Reader's Quest Book Group

A book and activity group for youth in 5th-8th grade. 

The program is usually available in two formats: virtual and in-person. However, we are only offering the virtual format for December. We will return to two options in January. 

Step one: Sign up. Participants receive a book to keep

Step two: Read the book

Step three: Join us for a mellow trivia contest based on questions from the book 

December

Book: The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

Virtual Program via Zoom

Saturday, December 10, 10-11:30

  • Join us, via zoom, for a mellow trivia contest based on the book
Wed, 10/19/2022 - 15:25
tiny catus made out of air dry clay

Do you love art? Reading? Join us for Brain Sparks!

This program is for teens who are 13-17 years old (or 8th to 12th grade). Each month teens meet to discuss the selected book and do something creative. The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person. 

When you register, choose either the virtual or in-person option for that month. The content of both programs is the same. The virtual program is via Zoom and the in-person program takes place at the Central Library. 

Step one: Register. Check out the book Etiquette and Espionage from the library

Step two: Read the book before the program

Tue, 10/18/2022 - 12:30
picture of book cover of The Inquisitor's Tale by Hatem Aly

Are you in 5th-8th grade? Do you love to read?  

Reader's Quest Book Group

A book and activity group for youth in 5th-8th grade. 

The program is available in two formats: virtual and in-person

Step one: Sign up. Participants receive a book to keep

Step two: Read the book

Step three: Decide if you would like to join us in-person or online, for a related program, or both!

  • Online version: Join us for a mellow trivia contest based on questions from the book
  • In-person @ the Central Library: Join us for an interactive program based on the book

November

Book: Inquisitor's Tale