Pick up a copy of the Fall Teen & Tween brochure and the monthly youth department calendars at the Library or download PDFs below. See each event page for more details and to register. Registration is required for most Teen and Tween events – check each event page for more information.
Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
Monday, December 2 – Friday, January 3
Youth and Teens
Registration on Beanstack required
Youth and Teens can complete a variety of reading challenges on Beanstack this December. Sign up on the Beanstack web site or app starting on Monday, December 2. Complete 5 activity badges in a row to get a bingo and win a small prize, then complete all 25 badges to fill your bingo card and get a free book.
Chess Club
Kids and Teens
Registration required
Kids and teens: if you enjoy playing chess, join us! Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club.
- Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, October 9.
- Wednesday, December 18, 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, November 20.
- Wednesday, January 8, 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, December 18.
- Wednesday, February 5, 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, January 8.
- Wednesday, March 5, 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, February 5.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Grades 7-12
Registration required
Teens in grades 7 through 12 meet during the summer to enjoy a pizza lunch then work on projects for the Summer Reading Program. TAG members also have the opportunity to help out at several events throughout the summer. This is a fun way to earn volunteer hours!
- Saturday, December 7, 1:00 – 2:00 pm – Registration begins Wednesday, November 16.
- Saturday, January 18, 1:00 – 2:00 pm – Registration begins Saturday, December 7.
- Saturday, February 15, 1:00 – 2:00 pm – Registration begins Saturday, January 18.
Tween Book Club
Grades 5 – 7
Registration required
Tween Book Club is for students in grades 5 through 7. Read this month’s book or theme and then join us for icebreakers, snack, discussion, and a related activity. Get a copy of the month’s book at the Youth Reference Desk after you register.
- Tuesday, December 17, 4:30 – 5:30 pm – Theme: Read a graphic novel or comic of your choice to discuss at book club. Check out a book from the Library or bring a book from home. Registration begins Tuesday, November 19.
- Tuesday, January 28, 4:30 – 5:30 pm – Book: Dog Driven by Terry Lynn Johnson. Registration begins Tuesday, December 17.
- Tuesday, February 25, 4:30 – 5:30 pm – Book: The Doughnut Fix by Jessie Janowitz. Registration begins Tuesday, January 28.
Makerspace
Grades K-8
Drop-in Program; No registration required
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination.
- Saturday, November 30, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Thursday, December 27, 2:30 – 3:30 pm
- Thursday, January 23, 2:30 – 3:30 pm
- Saturday, February 22, 11:00 am – 12:oo pm
Lego Club
Grades K-8
Drop-in Program; No registration required
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library.
- Tuesday, December 3, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
- Tuesday, January 7, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
- Tuesday, February 4, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Magic: The Gathering
Grades 5-12
Join us for MTG tournament-style play on select Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 5 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. This event is co-sponsored with 5 Healthy Towns and SRSLY Dexter.
- Friday, December 6, 6:00 – 8:00 pm – Registration begins Friday, November 15.
- Friday, January 17, 6:00 – 8:00 pm – Registration begins Friday, December 6.
- Friday, February 7, 6:00 – 8:00 pm – Registration begins Friday, January 17.
- Friday, March 7, 6:00 – 8:00 pm – Registration begins Friday, February 7.
Saturday, December 14
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required; begins Thursday, November 14
Enjoy a hot cocoa bar and snacks with your friends, then make some simple and fun crafts that could make great gifts for friends and loved ones.
Thursday, December 26
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required; begins Tuesday, November 26
Eat pizza and play games with friends. We’ll have ping pong, foosball, and a variety of board and card games available to play.
Thursday, January 2
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Grades K-8
Drop-in program
Calling all Minecraft fans! Join us for an afternoon celebrating your favorite building game. Unplug and take part in Minecraft-inspired games and crafts in real life. Creep on in anytime during this drop-in event.
Saturday, January 4
1:30 – 2:30 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – Begins Wednesday, December 4
Have a sweet treat while you paint to your heart’s content. We’ll supply the paint, brushes, canvases, and cookies – you bring your creativity.
Teen/Tween Crochet Crafternoon
Monday, January 20
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required – Begins Monday, December 16
Join us for a chance to learn crochet or practice your skills. Beginners and more advanced teen and tween crocheters are welcome. Learn a new project or bring in what you’ve been working on!
Winter Fantasy Book Nook Craft
Saturday, February 8
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Grades 5 – 12
Registration required; begins Wednesday, January 8
What’s a book nook? Also called a bookshelf diorama, this is a decoration you can put on your bookshelf to make it look like there’s a magical mini world between your favorite books. Construct your very own winter-themed fantasy landscape with miniatures and craft supplies.
Monday, February 17
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Grades 7 – 12
Registration required; begins Friday, January 17
Teens: Do you like learning how things work? Ever wanted to take something apart? This is your chance! Join us to use tools to deconstruct small electronics and see what makes them tick. Then we’ll use the disassembled pieces to create art.
Saturday, March 8
1:30 – 2:30 pm
Grades 5-12
Registration required; begins Friday, February 7
Satisfy your taste buds and your competitive side in this fun program. Sample a variety of Oreo flavors and determine the best one, plus compete in Minute to Win It games using cookies.
