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.*

Teen & Tween Día De Los Muertos Kits
Pick Up Your Kit(s) during Normal Hours of Operation at the Library
from November 2nd - November 27th
This program is for Tweens and Teens ages 10-18

Attention Teens and Tweens! We invite you to come by the library and get a take-home kit to celebrate Día De Los Muertos. These kits contain a brief history of the holiday, an envelope of Abuelita's Mexican Style Hot Chocolate, delicious Polvorones (Mexican wedding cookies), a coloring bookmark and pen, and all the materials needed to create your very own mini donkey piñata. Celebrate and learn about this traditional Mexican holiday from the comfort of your home with these kits! Kits will be available during the month of November.

Registration required. View the upcoming schedule online here and register for your kit today.

Teen & Tween Craft: DIY Pumpkin String Art
Thursday, November 21st from 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Calling all teens and tweens from ages 10-18! Join us for an evening of creativity and fun as we craft pumpkin string art. Using just string, nails, and a wooden board, you will create a stunning piece of art to take home. All materials provided. If you are interested in attending, please register online here.

**CANCELED**
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, November 25th at 6:00pm

This program has been canceled! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join the library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! At this meeting, we will create a book display and plan programs! Pizza will be provided. Join the Teen Advisory Board to make a difference at the library and get community service hours! If you are interested in joining TAB, please register online here.

Learn more about the the Teen Advisory Board by visiting their website at https://sites.google.com/view/southparklibrary-tab.

Dungeons and Dragons Club for Teens
Tuesday, November 26th at 6:00pm

Calling all adventurers in grades 7-12! Join our exciting Dungeons and Dragons Club and embark on epic quests and adventures. Due to high demand, we currently have a waitlist for new members. If you are interested in joining, please email Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net to be added to the waitlist and we will contact you.

Pokémon Club
Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm

Teens are invited to join our Pokémon Club! Bring your Pokémon cards, games, or phone for mobile gaming, and battle with other fans, enjoy snacks, and meet new teens! Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. If you are interested in attending, please register online here.

Dungeons and Dragons Club for Teens
Tuesday, December 10th at 6:00pm

Calling all adventurers in grades 7-12! Join our exciting Dungeons and Dragons Club and embark on epic quests and adventures. Due to high demand, we currently have a waitlist for new members. If you are interested in joining, please email Madeline Canales at canalesm@einetwork.net to be added to the waitlist and we will contact you.

Tiefling Tea Party
Wednesday, December 11th at 6:00pm

Teens are invited to join the Tiefling Tea Party! This group provides a safe and welcoming space for teens to be their true authentic selves and to meet new teens in the area! Madison Baxter from the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation will be at this meeting. If you are interested in attending, please register online here.

Teen & Tween Craft: DIY Snow Globe - Friends of the Library Holiday Party
Thursday, December 12th at 6:00pm

Calling all Teens and Tweens (ages 10-18). Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit at the 19th Annual Friends of the Library Holiday Party, featuring a special DIY Snow Globe Craft. Join us as we use mason jars, glitter, water, and small figures inspired by the classic Home Alone movies—including mini pizza slices, toy soldiers, cars, and spiders—to create your own magical snow globe. All materials provided. Come to the library and make your own winter wonderland! If you are interested in participating in this craft, please register online here.

Teen Board Game Night: Holiday Edition
Monday, December 16th at 6:00pm

Calling all teens in grades 7-12! Join us for an exciting Teen Board Game Night at the library. Play a board game from our selection or bring your favorite from home. Invite your friends for a fun-filled evening of games, hot chocolate, and cookies at our holiday edition board game night! If you are interested in attending, please register online here.

Pokémon Club
Tuesday, December 17th at 6:00pm

Teens are invited to join our Pokémon Club! Bring your Pokémon cards, games, or phone for mobile gaming, and battle with other fans, enjoy snacks, and meet new teens! Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. If you are interested in attending, please register online here.

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!

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!