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This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Movie
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Book Discussion, Movie
Event Details:

Anime and Manga Club members meet the second Tuesday of each month to talk about manga and watch a member selected anime movie/show. Open to middle and high school students.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Tabletop Game Club

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High, but all middle and high schoolers are welcome!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Adulting 101: Life Skills for Teens

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

This hands-on program is designed to equip teenagers with essential real-world skills—from financial literacy and basic home maintenance to effective communication and decision-mak...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This hands-on program is designed to equip teenagers with essential real-world skills—from financial literacy and basic home maintenance to effective communication and decision-making—preparing them for independence and success in adulthood.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Halloween Costume Swap

All Day 9/16 - 10/13
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other, Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday! A donation is not required in order to pick up a...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Other, Special Events
Event Details:

Let's reuse and recycle this Halloween! Donate gently used Halloween Costumes and pick up a new-to-you ensemble for the holiday!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Nintendo Switch Sports for Adults

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Seasonal Scrapbookers

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Join us every month as we create a seasonal scrapbook layout together based on that month! All supplies will be provided, all you’ll need to bring is your creativity and imaginatio...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us every month as we create a seasonal scrapbook layout together based on that month! All supplies will be provided, all you’ll need to bring is your creativity and imagination. Our theme this month is Autumn Exploration.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Teen Action Board (TAB) Meeting

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

All middle and high school students are invited to our TAB (Teen Action Board) Meeting. TAB meetings are a forum where students’ opinions and suggestions are heard. TAB members pro...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All middle and high school students are invited to our TAB (Teen Action Board) Meeting. TAB meetings are a forum where students’ opinions and suggestions are heard.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Game On!

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR hea...

Cancelled
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR headsets, and even board games!

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Ticket to Tabletop

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn to play a new and popular board or card game!

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn to play a new and popular board or card game!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Adventurers' League: A D&D Club

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Get ready to embark on a world of mystery, magic, and adventure! Dungeons and Dragons is a role-playing game where you create your very own character to play and roll dice to find ...

Cancelled
Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Get ready to embark on a world of mystery, magic, and adventure! Dungeons and Dragons is a role-playing game where you create your very own character to play and roll dice to find if they succeed or fail.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Nintendo Switch Sports for Adults

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Mini Books: Banned Book Edition

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Banned books week has arrived! Let's take a look at some of the most frequently banned books here in the US, while creating our very own miniature versions of them. The finished bo...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Banned books week has arrived! Let's take a look at some of the most frequently banned books here in the US, while creating our very own miniature versions of them. The finished books will only be 1.5 inches tall! Registration required.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Crochet 101

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

If you'd like to learn to crochet and are in middle or high school, join us the 4th Tuesday of each month! We'll use tutorials from the library resource, Creativebug, and one on on...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you'd like to learn to crochet and are in middle or high school, join us the 4th Tuesday of each month!

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Tabletop Game Club

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you need a break from technology?  Do you like Scrabble, Uno, etc.?  Come join us in playing tabletop games with your friends.  We will be parked at Parkside High, but all middle and high schoolers are welcome!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Building Our Library Together: A Community Conversation

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special event that will shape the future of our library's new location at Schumaker Pond! Your insights and ideas are crucial as we design a space...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Special Events
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special event that will shape the future of our library's new location at Schumaker Pond! Your insights and ideas are crucial as we design a space that truly serves our community's diverse needs.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

The Disappearing Bookshelf: Why You Should Write Kidlit in the Era of Book Challenges

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual Author Talk
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

According to PEN America, nearly 900 different books were banned in the first part of the 2022-2023 school year. Libraries are also facing book challenges, with children’s literatu...

Open
Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

According to PEN America, nearly 900 different books were banned in the first part of the 2022-2023 school year. Libraries are also facing book challenges, with children’s literature being a common target.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Nintendo Switch Sports for Adults

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Do you remember Wii Sports? How much fun it was to play? Then come play the new version on the Nintendo Switch with us!

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Tiny Creators - After School STEM Program

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come be a tiny creator! The first Tuesday of every month homeschooled students can come to the branch and take part in special STEAM activities and projects. Every month there will...

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come be a tiny creator! The first Tuesday of every month homeschooled students can come to the branch and take part in special STEAM activities and projects.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Make Your Own Hispanic Heritage T-Shirt

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come make your own t-shirt to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.  You must have your own black or white t-shirt.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come make your own t-shirt to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.  You must have your own black or white t-shirt.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Scary Movie Night for Teens!

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 4:45pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday in October for a thrilling fun time! We’ll be playing a different spooky movie each week, with popcorn provided! Come count down the days ‘till Halloween wit...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Movie
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday in October for a thrilling fun time! We’ll be playing a different spooky movie each week, with popcorn provided! Come count down the days ‘till Halloween with us. This week’s movie is Coraline.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Craft Club

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

E-gaming Day

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Games, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Are you a video gamer? Try out our tech gaming options on board the Mobile Learning Lab (parked at Fruitland Big Lots parking lot)!  We will have our Nintendo Switch, VR heads...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Games, Technology
Event Details:

Are you a video gamer? Try out our tech gaming options on board the Mobile Learning Lab (parked at Fruitland Big Lots parking lot)!  We will have our Nintendo Switch, VR headset, tablets, and computers available for use.  

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Adventurers' League: A D&D Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Get ready to embark on a world of mystery, magic, and adventure! Dungeons and Dragons is a role-playing game where you create your very own character to play and roll dice to find ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Get ready to embark on a world of mystery, magic, and adventure! Dungeons and Dragons is a role-playing game where you create your very own character to play and roll dice to find if they succeed or fail.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.
This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Layered Halloween Card

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

Halloween will be here before we know it, so let's get ready by creating our own Happy Halloween card to send out! This intricate layered card will bring a smile to anyone you give...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Halloween will be here before we know it, so let's get ready by creating our own Happy Halloween card to send out! This intricate layered card will bring a smile to anyone you give it to. Registration required.