2024-25 Winter Program Guide draft (4)

Teens Holiday Scavenger Hunt All December, 2024 Get into the holiday spirit with our festive scavenger hunt! Explore the library, solve clues, and find hidden holiday treasures. Perfect for families and friends looking for a fun and interactive way to celebrate the season. Join us for a merry adventure and win some festive prizes! Computer Basics For Teens Mondays, December 2nd, 23rd, 2024, January 6th, 27th, and February 3rd, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Learn essential computer skills in this fun and interactive workshop designed just for teens. Whether you're new to using computers or want to improve your digital skills, this class covers everything from navigating the internet safely to creating documents and using popular software. Perfect for beginners! E-Sports Elite: Winter Tryouts Tuesdays, December 3rd and 10th, 2024 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Level up your gaming skills at the E-Sports Elite: Winter Tryouts this December! Compete for a spot on our library's E-sports team, the Library Legends. Whether you’re a pro or just starting, showcase your talents and aim for the top. Register in the Teen department to secure your spot! Teen Movie Night Thursdays December 5th, 12th, 19th, 2024 and January 9th, 16th 23rd and 30th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Join us for Teen Movie Night! Hang out with friends, enjoy popcorn, and watch a blockbuster or classic favorite on the big screen. Bring your own snacks and settle in for a fun and relaxing evening at the library. Movies are selected by teens, for teens! Podcast Book Club Saturday, January 4th, 2025 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Teens can participate in a podcast-style book discussion. They’ll record episodes discussing a book of their choice, learning how to record, edit, and publish podcasts. This program merges technology with critical reading and discussion skills. Teen Makers: DIY Creations Monday, December 9th, 2024, and Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Unleash your creativity at Teen Makers! Design custom T-shirts, pour scented candles, and create personalized lip gloss. Perfect for craft-loving teens, with all materials provided—come ready to make something awesome! Digital Art and Design For Teens Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Teens will learn the basics of digital drawing and design using free software like Krita or Canva. They’ll explore techniques for creating digital artwork or graphic design projects. Tween Techs December 16th to 19th, 2024, January 13th to 15th, 21st to 22nd, and February 4th to 5th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Dive into tech with Tween Techs! Each month, explore hands-on projects from coding basics to gadget-making. Perfect for curious tweens ready to learn, build, and have fun! Library Wide Bingo Thursday December 26th, 2024, Wednesdays January 29th, and February 26th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Join us for an exciting afternoon of BINGO at the library! All ages are welcome to play, win prizes, and connect with friends—no experience needed. Come for the game, stay for the community! Digital Storytelling Saturdays, January 11th, 18th, and 25th 2024, Monday, February 10th and Tuesday the 11th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Teens can create digital stories using text, images, music, and voice-overs with tools like Storybird or Book Creator. They’ll explore fan fiction, develop characters, and design e-books using Canva or Google Slides, sharing their stories with friends or online. Teen Valentine’s Day Party Thursday, February 6th, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Join us for a fun-filled evening at our Teen Valentine's Day Bash! Celebrate friendship and love with games, crafts, and sweet treats. Create handmade cards, enjoy festive activities, and make new friends. Whether you're single, taken, or somewhere in between, this party is all about having a great time! 5

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