Young Adult Programs
Most programs are for Grades 6 and up only. Register at the Youth Services Desk unless noted otherwise. Check the Teen Facebook page and Teen Pages on our website @ ptlibrary. org for updates.
Tournaments
Super Smash Bros Wii U Tournament
Second and Fourth Fridays of the Month, 3:30 to 4:30 p. m.
As part of Gamers Unite, we host two Smash Bros. Tournaments a month! The fourth Friday is an ALL AGES tournament, so bring your younger siblings!
Programs
Art Programs
Valentine’ s Day Cupcake Cake Boss
Tuesday, Feb. 14 3 to 5 p. m.
Back by popular demand! Display your best cupcake decorating skills as we decorate cupcakes. Staff will vote on the most creative cupcake and winners will receive a prize.
Blind Date with a Book
Check out our special display in the Teen Room during February. Just like going on a blind date, take a book home without knowing what the title is. Each book has a brief description and is labeled with the genre. Enjoy the discovery!
30 Day Photography Challenge
In honor of Teen Tech Week in March, we are challenging teens to practice their digital photography skills with a 30 day challenge. Each day a new challenge will be posted on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram by following @ PTPL Teens.
Sculpey Clay
Ages: 6 ½ to 13 4 weeks, Mar. 7 through 28 Tuesdays, 4 to 5:30 p. m. Limit: 15 children Cost: $ 20 plus supplies
Students will learn basic techniques with sculpey clay. Register at the Circulation Desk. Please see supply list when registering.
Email or bring in your photos at the end of the month for a chance to win a prize basket. The challenge will run from Mar. 1 through 30. Registration is required. Email spauley @ ptlibrary. org to join the email list.
On-Going Programs
Dungeons and Dragons
Sundays, 1 to 3 p. m.
This fantasy role-playing game is led by teens.
Teen Lego Building
Mondays, 3 to 5 p. m.
Stop by and create something AWESOME out of the library’ s Lego pieces!
Teen Crafternoons
Tuesdays, 3 to 5 p. m.
Join us for a special craft in the Teen Room.
Teen Corn Hole
Wednesdays, 3 to 5 p. m.
Test your tossing skills with a game of Corn Hole.
Trading Card Club
Thursdays, 3 to 5 p. m.
Join us for casual trading card games with Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh.
Gamers Unite
Fridays, 3 to 4:45 p. m. Challenge your friends to a tournament through our video or board games.
Pencil / Charcoal Drawing
Ages: 6 ½ to 13 4 weeks, Apr. 4 through 25 Tuesdays, 4 to 5:30 p. m. Limit: 15 children Cost: $ 20 plus supplies
Students will learn basic drawing techniques with pencils and charcoal. Register at the Circulation Desk. Please see supply list when registering.
Teen Afternoon Movie
Must be in 6th grade or up to attend. First Friday of the Month, 3 to 5 p. m.
Join us for great popular movies! Check the Teen Room and Teen Facebook page for the latest updates. Some movies may be rated PG-13.
Culinary Creations
First Saturday of the Month, 1 to 2 p. m.
All teens who love to cook and / or EAT join us monthly to create a yummy recipe! All materials will be provided for you.
Youth Advisory Council
First Saturday of the Month, 11 a. m. to Noon
WE NEED NEW MEMBERS! Looking for volunteer hours or leadership opportunities? Come to the monthly meetings of the library’ s Youth Advisory Council, and help your library to serve you better! Email Shannon Pauley, Youth Services Librarian, for details at spauley @ ptlibrary. org
InstaBookClub
Follow PTPLTeens on SnapChat, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest! Log in throughout the month on any or all of our Social Media Networks to discuss our book of the month! Check the book out from the library. Feb.: Going Home by A. American Mar.: The Eye of Minds by James Dashner eters Township
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