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This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Local Teen Craft & Author Fair Business 101 course

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Level up your sales with this business 101 course which will teach you the basics necessary to prepare for the 2025 Local Teen Craft & Author Fair.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drop In: Chess and Checkers Meet Up

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

If you enjoy playing Chess or Checkers and you're looking for someone to challenge you, gain some extra practice, or meet new people who have a common hobby, stop by our monthly Chess Meet Up.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Navigating 'Pride'

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This presentation with an educator from Youth Outlook will focus on how to navigate the 'coming out' process as well as dealing with homophobia & transphobia.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Roll for Slime Lab

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Not your average slime program! Roll a dye to pick the color, texture and add-ins for your slime creation. Visit us or call (309) 497-2600 to register. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Anime Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

This casual group for high school students is perfect for new or longtime fans of anime. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Pokémon Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Pokémon Club. During each club session you can play Pokémon TCG, work on a Pokémon craft or coloring page, and join in for some light hearted trivia while meeting fellow Pokémon fans.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Pokemon Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Study Room North
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Overflow room for Pokemon players

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Sunday Game Days

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Karaoke Summer Bash

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of school with a karaoke party! Join us for snacks, songs, and fun!

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Catching on to Crochet

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12. 

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Pokémon Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us for Pokémon Club! You can play the TCG or the videogames, compete in trivia, or make some Pokémon crafts! Please bring your own devices to play the videogames.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

3D Pen Super Mario Symbols

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Learn how to use our 3D Pens and create icons from the Mario universe like a star, q block, mushroom or blooper. Visit us or call (309) 497-2600 to register. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Upcycled Craft: Board Game Journals

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
North Branch
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Seminar Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Let's make something new and beautiful from something old!

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Pride Bracelet & Pin Making Workshop

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children of all ages, Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages, Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come out and make bracelets and pins with us to celebrate pride month. (Or, really whatever you want!)

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Book Bricks

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
McClure Branch
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Add an artistic touch to your garden or yard by painting a brick in the design of your favorite book cover! Registration required to allow for enough supplies.

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Level Up at Your Library: Teen/Tween Dungeons & Dragons

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
North Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North McKenzie Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun!

This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Scrabble Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/15 - 6/18
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Pick up a scavenger hunt board at the desk and hunt for letter tiles throughout the children's section. How many words can you form with the letters that you find?

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Sunday Game Days

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens.

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Scrabble Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/20 - 6/28
Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Pick up a scavenger hunt board at the desk and hunt for letter tiles throughout the children's section. How many words can you form with the letters that you find?

This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Sunday Game Days

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets and our Computer Lab open for game time. Recommended ages 8+. 

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.

Level Up at Your Library: DIY Dice Tower

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
McClure Branch
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create your own DIY dice tower for all your dice rolling needs. Teens.

This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level Up at Your Library: RPG & Tabletop Miniature Painting

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lakeview Branch
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we paint miniatures for our favorite tabletop games. Minis, paints, brushes, and other supplies are provided OR bring your own and paint with us. Space may be limited so space is available on a first come first served basis.