Teen Programs

Puzzlepalooza Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
All ages

Come out of the cold and find your inner piece! Check out a 60, 100, 260 or 500 piece puzzle at the Youth Desk, take it to a table and start the timer. Best time for an individual or team, per puzzle, will win a prize at the end of the month. So, you say you can puzzle? Prove it!

January | Salem & Twin Lakes

Winter Art Show
All ages

Celebrate creativity at your library! Patrons of all ages are invited to submit one piece of original artwork to be displayed during our Winter Reading Challenge. All mediums welcome and must be suitable for public display. Drop off your art at the Salem Branch December 22 - January 5. Size Requirements: Maximum 16" × 20" for flat art, Maximum 12" in any direction for 3D. Artwork will be exhibited throughout the Salem Branch during January and February.

January & February | Salem

D&D for New and Experienced Players
Ages 12-Adults

Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No worries if you don’t have experience, we’ll show you how to play. If you’re an experienced player, we’ll make sure things are exciting for you as well.

Let’s Make Chicken Riddle Soup!
Ages 8-14

Students will practice cutting vegetables, how to use chicken in recipes, and simmer a pot of soup to perfection.

Tuesday, January 20 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes | Register

Homeschool Book Club
Ages 8-12

Join us as we discuss genre categories, play a game and have a snack. Books for the following month will be available to check out.

The Cricket in Times Square by George Selden

Wednesday, January 21 | 2pm-3pm | Salem | Register
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The Wild Robot by Peter Brown

Wednesday, February 18 | 2pm-3pm | Salem | Register

Teen Subscription Book Bags

Bags include two library books, a craft, a fun item and a treat.

Wednesdays, January 21 & February 18 | Salem & Twin Lakes | Register

Teen Book Club
Ages 12-18

Join us for a monthly book discussion and pizza! New members welcome. Copies of the book will be available at the book club or email Jeannie at jgomoll@communitylib.org for more information.

West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

Tuesday, January 27 | 4pm-5pm | Salem | Register
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Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe

Tuesday, February 24 | 4pm-5pm | Salem | Register

Winter Blues Bingo
All ages

Beat the winter blues and join us for a fun winter-themed bingo night! Small prizes will be awarded to our winners.

Thursday, January 29 | 6pm-7pm | Salem | Register

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
All ages

Refresh your jigsaw puzzle collection by swapping your gently-used puzzles for something new! For each puzzle that you donate, you'll be able to take one home.

Drop off puzzles at the Salem or Twin Lakes branches January 19-30. Puzzles should be in good condition with no missing pieces and in the original box. You'll receive 1 ticket for each puzzle donated. Tickets will get you into the swap early so you can have first choice.

Saturday, January 31 | Salem

2pm-2:15pm | Trade your ticket(s) for a puzzle(s)

2:15pm-3pm | Puzzles available to take without a ticket

Art Zone
Ages 12-18

Come hang out and have fun creating colorful art projects.

“Love” Pop Art Canvas
Monday, February 2 | 6pm-7pm | Twin Lakes | Register

Homeschool Art Classes: Elements of Composition in Art
Ages 8-12

Element: Contrast
Artist: Alma Thomas

A teacher and artist from Washington DC, Thomas was known for her vibrant abstract paintings inspired by nature. Students will use markers and colored pencils to layer and create a colorful abstract design.

Thursday, February 12 | 10am-11:30am | Salem | Register

After-Hours Pizza & Pirate Treasure Escape Room
Ages 9-14

You might be surprised to learn that the Great Lakes had pirates! Lake Michigan was home to a real pirate named Captain “Roaring” Dan Seavey in the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. Recent building renovations have exposed a long hidden map which was sealed inside a wall. We are asking you to help us decipher the map and find the location of Captain Dan’s final treasure. Do you accept this mission?

Friday, February 13 | 4:30pm-6pm | Twin Lakes | Register

Valentine’s Day Bingo
All ages

Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly fun at our Valentine's Day Bingo! Enjoy classic bingo games, win small prizes and share lots of laughs. Bring your lucky charms and get ready to shout BINGO!

Saturday, February 14 | 1pm-2pm | Salem | Register

Let’s Make Winter Salad with Orange Vinaigrette!
Ages 8-14

Students will learn how to make a zesty vinaigrette and practice chopping lettuce and cabbage to create a delicious salad.

Tuesday, February 17 | 2pm-3pm | Twin Lakes | Register

Game Night
All ages

Bring your friends and family and learn a new game or play an oldie but goodie. It will be fun for everyone. Some games will be available for checkout after the event.

Thursday, February 26 | 6pm-7pm | Salem | Register

Warm up with Hot Chocolate!
All ages

Warm up with a free cup of hot chocolate available at the Youth Desk.

Friday, February 27 | 1pm-3pm | Salem & Twin Lakes