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Board Game Night

Tuesday, January 14th

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

We are transforming the Quiet Room into a Game Room one night each month this winter! Learn to play an award-winning game with our Game Master or bring friends and play any of our other games.

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Featured Event

Teen Knitting and Crocheting Club

Monday, January 27th

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Learn how to knit and crochet with guidance or bring your own project to work on with your peers. Join us as we work on our fiber arts projects together!

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Featured Event

Happy Birthday Taylor Swift

Friday, December 13th

4:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Let’s celebrate Taylor Swift’s birthday by making friendship bracelets and listening to our favorite songs from the Eras Tour!

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Featured Event

Teen Art Workshop

Monday, December 16th

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Join us for an open art hour and create art with your peers. Each week we will supply various art supplies along with new ideas and techniques to try.

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New for Teens

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Great New Reads Spring 2024

Lincoln Award Nominees 2025

Teen Resources

HPL Teen Book Box

Subscribe to the Library’s subscription box. Enjoy a pre-selected new Young Adult book and other fun bookish treats each month. Choose between contemporary; mystery/thriller; horror; fantasy; science fiction; historical fiction.

Book Match

Looking for your next favorite read? Fill out a Book Match form and a librarian will find your new favorite book (or three)! All you need to do is fill out the form online (or in-person, located next to the catalog in the Teen Lounge) and library staff will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teen Volunteering

The Youth and Young Adult Services Department has volunteer opportunities to assist with programs and many other ways to assist staff and patrons. Teens grades 6-12 may sign up for volunteer opportunities using our Event Calendar (see upcoming opportunities here). Tasks may include program help, craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc. Sign up for the day and time slot that works for you, or contact the Youth Services Department with questions.

Outreach for Teens

Please fill out this form to indicate a librarian visit, field trip, or other outreach service for grades 6–12.