Teen Services

With a young adult section in each library, we are committed to providing a welcoming environment for our teens. Our libraries offer various services focused on teens and young adults. These services range from STEM events where teens can learn more about STEM job opportunities to a teen lounge where they can relax in a safe and educational environment.

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Teen Lounges and Activities

Location	Events	Start Time
Bloomfield Library	Liboratory	Tuesdays 5:00pm
Charles A. Lanford, M.D. Library	Teen Hangout	2nd & 4th Thursday 4:30pm
Riverside Library	Tweens and Teens	3rd Thursday 5:00pm
Shurling Library	Teen Lounge	Fridays 4:30pm
Washington Memorial Library	Teen Advisory Board (TAB), Teen Discord Server	2nd Saturday 2:00pm, Open 24/7

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Hancock Branch

In-Person Afterschool Programs:

Maker Monday, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
A drop-in afterschool program in which teens can use library supplies to make their own projects. Check in at the library to learn more about the week's craft.

Anime Club, Tuesdays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Teens pick which anime to watch and make crafts.

Teen Club, Thursdays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Guided arts and crafts activities. Check in at the library to learn more about the week's craft.

Teen Movie, Fridays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Check in at the library to learn more about the week's movie.

Teen Book Club, Last Monday of the month, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
A safe and supportive place for teens to discuss the book of the month and engage in thoughtful conversations.

Game Day, Wednesdays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
A drop-in afterschool program in which board games and card games are provided.


Virtual Programs:

Must Read Monday, every other Monday, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook)
A virtual program shared on YouTube (TwinLakesMGRL) providing brief reviews of new books or themed book talks.

Take Home Craft, every other Wednesday, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook)
A virtual program shared on YouTube (TwinLakesMGRL) providing a craft tutorial with the option to sign up for a take home craft bag with the necessary supplies.