Join us on the first and third Thursdays of the month at Inklings, our teen creative writing club. Bring your writing to share and get feedback from other teens. Any kind of writing is welcome, from short stories to fanfiction, poetry to novels! This program is open to ages 12-17, 18 if in high school. Email virginia.gonzalez@hcpl.net for more information.
Tweens
Dive into the world of visual trickery! Explore the fascinating realm of optical illusions and learn techniques to create mind-bending artworks. Using a variety of materials, you will experiment with patterns, colors, and perspectives to design your own mesmerizing illusions. Join us and see where art and perception collide!
- Who: Teens & Tweens ages 10-17
- When: November 26th @11am
- Where: Baldwin Boettcher Library meeting room
- Cost: Free (Registration preferred)
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your cards and enjoy all things Pokémon! Activities include watching shows/movies, playing games and crafts.
Every 2nd Friday of the month @ 4-5:30pm, for ages 9-12
(Older Teens are welcome, and 7-8 yr olds are welcome with parental attendance.)
September 12th: Trading Cards & Scavenger Hunt
October 10th: Trading Cards & Pokémon Trivia: Spooky Edition (Show off your Halloween style—extra points for dressing up as your favorite Pokémon!)
Discover the science of temperature! Learn to create your own thermometers using simple household materials. This hands-on activity combines creativity with scientific principles, offering a fascinating exploration into how thermometers work.
- Who: Teens & Tweens ages 10-17
- When: November 19th @11am
- Where: Baldwin Boettcher Library meeting room
- Cost: Free (Registration required)
Explore the electrifying world of science! Discover how to generate electricity using lemons and other simple materials in this hands-on STEM activity. Participants will learn about basic circuitry, voltage, and how chemical reactions can produce energy. Join us for a fun and educational afternoon where science and creativity spark new ideas!
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your cards and enjoy all things Pokémon! Activities include watching shows/movies, playing games and crafts.
Every 2nd Friday of the month @ 4-5:30pm, for ages 9-12
(Older Teens are welcome, and 7-8 yr olds are welcome with parental attendance.)
September 12th: Trading Cards & Scavenger Hunt
October 10th: Trading Cards & Pokémon Trivia: Spooky Edition (Show off your Halloween style—extra points for dressing up as your favorite Pokémon!)
Are real gingerbread houses too tempting to eat? Join us as we make replicas out of cardboard.
For ages 8-12, register online to attend.
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your cards and enjoy all things Pokémon! Activities include watching shows/movies, playing games and crafts.
Every 2nd Friday of the month @ 4-5:30pm, for ages 9-12
(Older Teens are welcome, and 7-8 yr olds are welcome with parental attendance.)
September 12th: Trading Cards & Scavenger Hunt
October 10th: Trading Cards & Pokémon Trivia: Spooky Edition (Show off your Halloween style—extra points for dressing up as your favorite Pokémon!)
Join Evelyn Meador Library's Teen Gaming Club and level up your fun!
Come play your favorite games with fellow gaming fans! Whether it's on PC, PlayStation, Wii, or Nintendo Switch, there's something for every type of gamer to enjoy.
For teen in grades 6-12. No registration required.
In this club, we aim to answer the age old question: "Which is better, the book or the movie?"