by Lauren Abbott | Sep 10, 2020 | Blog, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events |
Our teen Take n’ Go crafts become available for pickup at the Youth Reference Desk starting Thursday September 17th. Teens will make yarn key chains and bracelets, and learn the basics of coding with a fun game.
by Amy Westmoreland | July 22, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Put your origami skills to use by crafting this incredible Paper Firebird! The method used is similar to making a crane, but with fun embellishments. The materials needed for this craft: Paper Glue stick Scissors Twist ties Optional: fox template Inspired by this...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 16, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
TEEN ANIME CLUB Monday, JULY 19th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Come join fellow Anime lovers and watch "My Roommate is a Cat," a fun show about the lives of Haru, a cat from the streets, who is found and adopted by Subaru, an introverted writer. For ages 12...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 15, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Cut paper is a unique type of art form, where the cut paper is used to create an intricate pop-out effect. Use your kit or gather the materials needed to make this amazing piece of art! The materials needed for this craft: Paper (brown, greens, blues, orange, white,...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 9, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Time to make this awesome Monkey Fist Knot keychain! The materials needed for this craft: Paracord, about the length of an arm length to the other arm Marble Optional: hot glue gun to glue ends to prevent fraying
by Amy Westmoreland | July 2, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a natural home for some new Pokémon buddies, included in the kit. To make this craft, you will need: Small rocks/gravel Potting Soil Grass seeds Terrarium/clear enclosed container Optional: Pokémon Fill the bottom of your terrarium with small rocks (keep some...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 30, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
Young League of Writers Monday, July 12th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Connect with fellow writers to learn how to create characters who grow, transform, and have greater depth. Our Discord Server is another place to chat and discuss writing. Click below to...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Make this Hedgehog Earbuds Holder and Case to have a place for your earbuds so you can easily find them. Or use it to keep your cords neat and tidy. The materials needed for this craft: Felt, roughly 4x5 inches Thread & needle Large button Sharpie Scissors
by Amy Westmoreland | June 19, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Teen Anime Club Monday, June 21st at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Teens ages 12-18 gather together to watch anime favorites, chat about manga, and play games. No need to apply -- just show up! This month we will have a Pokémon the First Movie Popcorn Party!...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 17, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a fun way to display your collection of pins and buttons! Collect more with each Teen Summer Reading prize. For this craft you will need: 11x17 burlap cloth 4 - paint stirring sticks String, for hanging Scissors Glue gun Optional: Mod Podge + torn paper...
by Lauren Abbott | May 26, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Summer Reading Sign-ups start June 7th in the Community Room Each year, from June through July, we host Summer Reading. Our program for teens has lots of events and parties. The 2021 Summer Reading Theme is “Tails and Tales.” The possibilities are endless! Teen Short...
by Rebekka Hanson | Jul 24, 2020 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone |
Build a glow-in-the-dark pony bead dreamcatcher! You will need:
- 5 ft plastic string
- 6 red beads
- 12 orange beads
- 24 yellow beads
- 36 green beads
- 24 clear beads
- 48 purple beads
by Amy Westmoreland | July 22, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Put your origami skills to use by crafting this incredible Paper Firebird! The method used is similar to making a crane, but with fun embellishments. The materials needed for this craft: Paper Glue stick Scissors Twist ties Optional: fox template Inspired by this...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 16, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
TEEN ANIME CLUB Monday, JULY 19th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Come join fellow Anime lovers and watch "My Roommate is a Cat," a fun show about the lives of Haru, a cat from the streets, who is found and adopted by Subaru, an introverted writer. For ages 12...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 15, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Cut paper is a unique type of art form, where the cut paper is used to create an intricate pop-out effect. Use your kit or gather the materials needed to make this amazing piece of art! The materials needed for this craft: Paper (brown, greens, blues, orange, white,...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 9, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Time to make this awesome Monkey Fist Knot keychain! The materials needed for this craft: Paracord, about the length of an arm length to the other arm Marble Optional: hot glue gun to glue ends to prevent fraying
by Amy Westmoreland | July 2, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a natural home for some new Pokémon buddies, included in the kit. To make this craft, you will need: Small rocks/gravel Potting Soil Grass seeds Terrarium/clear enclosed container Optional: Pokémon Fill the bottom of your terrarium with small rocks (keep some...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 30, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
Young League of Writers Monday, July 12th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Connect with fellow writers to learn how to create characters who grow, transform, and have greater depth. Our Discord Server is another place to chat and discuss writing. Click below to...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Make this Hedgehog Earbuds Holder and Case to have a place for your earbuds so you can easily find them. Or use it to keep your cords neat and tidy. The materials needed for this craft: Felt, roughly 4x5 inches Thread & needle Large button Sharpie Scissors
by Amy Westmoreland | June 19, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Teen Anime Club Monday, June 21st at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Teens ages 12-18 gather together to watch anime favorites, chat about manga, and play games. No need to apply -- just show up! This month we will have a Pokémon the First Movie Popcorn Party!...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 17, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a fun way to display your collection of pins and buttons! Collect more with each Teen Summer Reading prize. For this craft you will need: 11x17 burlap cloth 4 - paint stirring sticks String, for hanging Scissors Glue gun Optional: Mod Podge + torn paper...
by Lauren Abbott | May 26, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Summer Reading Sign-ups start June 7th in the Community Room Each year, from June through July, we host Summer Reading. Our program for teens has lots of events and parties. The 2021 Summer Reading Theme is “Tails and Tales.” The possibilities are endless! Teen Short...
by Lauren Abbott | Jul 2, 2020 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone |
Make these incredible dragon eggs! You will need:
- 150-200 thumb tacks
- styrofoam egg
- desired color(s) of fingernail polish
by Amy Westmoreland | July 22, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Put your origami skills to use by crafting this incredible Paper Firebird! The method used is similar to making a crane, but with fun embellishments. The materials needed for this craft: Paper Glue stick Scissors Twist ties Optional: fox template Inspired by this...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 16, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
TEEN ANIME CLUB Monday, JULY 19th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Come join fellow Anime lovers and watch "My Roommate is a Cat," a fun show about the lives of Haru, a cat from the streets, who is found and adopted by Subaru, an introverted writer. For ages 12...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 15, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Cut paper is a unique type of art form, where the cut paper is used to create an intricate pop-out effect. Use your kit or gather the materials needed to make this amazing piece of art! The materials needed for this craft: Paper (brown, greens, blues, orange, white,...
by Amy Westmoreland | July 9, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Time to make this awesome Monkey Fist Knot keychain! The materials needed for this craft: Paracord, about the length of an arm length to the other arm Marble Optional: hot glue gun to glue ends to prevent fraying
by Amy Westmoreland | July 2, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a natural home for some new Pokémon buddies, included in the kit. To make this craft, you will need: Small rocks/gravel Potting Soil Grass seeds Terrarium/clear enclosed container Optional: Pokémon Fill the bottom of your terrarium with small rocks (keep some...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 30, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone, Upcoming Events | 0 Comments
Young League of Writers Monday, July 12th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Connect with fellow writers to learn how to create characters who grow, transform, and have greater depth. Our Discord Server is another place to chat and discuss writing. Click below to...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 25, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Make this Hedgehog Earbuds Holder and Case to have a place for your earbuds so you can easily find them. Or use it to keep your cords neat and tidy. The materials needed for this craft: Felt, roughly 4x5 inches Thread & needle Large button Sharpie Scissors
by Amy Westmoreland | June 19, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Teen Anime Club Monday, June 21st at 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Teens ages 12-18 gather together to watch anime favorites, chat about manga, and play games. No need to apply -- just show up! This month we will have a Pokémon the First Movie Popcorn Party!...
by Amy Westmoreland | June 17, 2021 | Blog, Craft Instructions Post, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Create a fun way to display your collection of pins and buttons! Collect more with each Teen Summer Reading prize. For this craft you will need: 11x17 burlap cloth 4 - paint stirring sticks String, for hanging Scissors Glue gun Optional: Mod Podge + torn paper...
by Lauren Abbott | May 26, 2021 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Parties, Teen Zone | 0 Comments
Summer Reading Sign-ups start June 7th in the Community Room Each year, from June through July, we host Summer Reading. Our program for teens has lots of events and parties. The 2021 Summer Reading Theme is “Tails and Tales.” The possibilities are endless! Teen Short...
by Patty Abel | Mar 22, 2019 | Teen Zone |
We have LOTS of fun things planned for the teens in April! Here’s a breakdown of all the great things you’ll want to do:
TEEN ACTION COUNCIL: Monday, April 1 at 4:00 to 4:45 pm
TEEN CRAFT: Thursday, April 4 at 4:00 pm – Come learn how to do Book Art!
YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS: Monday April 8 at 4:00 pm – “Creating characters your readers will adore and despise”
TEEN PARTY: April 12 at 7:00 to 9:00 pm National Library Week Teen Party- “Libraries are EGGs-traordinaryl!” 
TEEN ACTION COUNCIL: Monday, April 15 at 4:00 to 4:45 pm
TEEN CRAFT: Thursday, April 18 at 4:00 pm – Come and make a Fairy Lantern Jar.
TEEN BOOK CLUB: Monday, April 22 at 5:00 – 6:oo pm Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie “Mystery dinner and discussion before going to see the production of Murder on the Orient Express @ Madison High School” *Participants need to sign up on clipboard at the circulation desk & provide own transportation to MHS.*
We hope to see you there!
All teen activities and events are for those ages 12 to 17, All craft supplies are provided. All you need to bring is yourself and maybe a friend!
by Patty Abel | Feb 27, 2019 | Teen Crafts, Teen Zone |
We have LOTS of fun things planned for the teens in March! Here’s a breakdown of all the great things you’ll want to do:
TEEN ACTION COUNCIL: Monday, March 4 at 3:30 to 4:15 pm
TEEN CRAFT: Thursday, March 7 at 4:00 pm – Join us to make some cool LED Cuff Bracelets!
TEEN TECH PARTY: Friday, March 8 at 7:00 to 9:00 pm – “Putting it all together!” 3D Pens! Robot races! Circuits! Snacks and more! Bring a remote control with you to program the robots…
TEEN BOOK CLUB: Monday, March 11 at 4:00 – “Once upon a time… I found a retold fairy tale.” Find a “retold” fairy tale, read it and the original tale, then join us for all things FANTASY where you can share your fairy tale adventure with everyone else!
TEEN CRAFT: Thursday, March 21 at 4:00 pm – Come and learn how to do NOTAN art work.
YOUNG LEAGUE OF WRITERS: Monday March 24 at 4:00 pm – “Writing to an Editor’s Specifications”
We hope to see you there!
All teen activities and events are for those ages 12 to 17, All craft supplies are provided. All you need to bring is yourself and maybe a friend!
