Calendar of Events
For Teens
Wire Sculptures (Ages 12+)
July 9, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Main Library
Get wired and create your own work of art. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Digital Photography Class (Ages 12+)
July 9, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Scheben Branch
Like to take pictures? Bring your camera for a how-to on making and taking great pictures. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Beginning Drawing (Ages 12+) (Part 1 of 2)
July 15, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Walton Branch
This two-part series will be taught by a local artist. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Guitar Basics (Ages 12+)
July 17, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Florence Branch
Local musician, Jeff Blevins, will help beginners learn how to care for and play their guitars. Please bring your guitar for hands-on experience. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Beginning Drawing (Ages 12+) (Part 2 of 2)
July 22, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Walton Branch
This two-part series will be taught by a local artist. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Teen Movie Night National Treasure: Book of Secrets (Ages 12+)
July 25, Friday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Scheben Branch
Treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates looks to discover the truth behind the assassination of Abraham Lincoln by uncovering the mystery within the missing 18 pages of the diary of John Wilkes Booth. Snacks and drinks provided. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Wired Picture Holder (Ages 12+)
July 31, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Lents Branch
Looking for a way to hold all those summer pictures? make a cool picture holder with wire and wood! Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Breaking Dawn Ball (12+)
August 2, Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ the Main Library
Celebrate all things Twilight! Dress as your favorite character for our costume contest. Five copies of the book Breaking Dawn will be raffled off at the event! Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Teen Advisory Group (Grades 7 to 12)
August 5, Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. @ the Main Library
Voice your opinion! Help us plan teen programs, recommend teen books and materials and earn volunteer hours. Pizza provided. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Teens @ Work (Ages 12+)
August 7, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Florence Branch
Need a job or starting your first job? We will provide information on different types of jobs, tips for applications and interviews, and volunteering as an option. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Yu-Gi-Oh! (Ages 9 to 15)
August 13, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Scheben Branch
Meet other local players for friendly dueling and snacks. Bring your own deck. No trading. English cards only. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Annihilate a T-Shirt (Ages12+)
August 14, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. @ the Scheben Branch
We'll teach you how to cut and paste that boring T-shirt into an awesome work of wearable art. Decorating supplies will be provided, bring your own T-shirt. Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
End of Summer Bash! (Ages 12+)
August 16, Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ the Main Library
Don't miss the guitar hero tournaments, pizza, and the end of Summer Reading grand prize drawings! Please call 342-BOOK(2665) to register.
Special Accommodations
Please contact Collin Taylor at 342-BOOK(2665) at least one week in advance if special accommodations are needed.
