Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library's teen programs.
Summer Teen Programs
Summer Dungeons & Dragons
Mondays, June 7th-August 2nd, 3:00pm-4:30pm.
Whether a first time player or total expert, all are welcome at this collaborative role-playing game! Space is limited so players must register and be willing to commit to the weekly campaign.
The summer session is now FULL! To be on the waitlist, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/9e4UEeSxwFvwFXS17
Summer Snack & Chat
Tuesdays, June 8th-August 3rd, 2:00-3:00
What’s better than eating food with friends? Munch on a snack while sitting outside at the library every Tuesday afternoon.
No registration needed! Come to the grass area by the Curbside Pickup spot on Anthony Street (across from Spartan Pizza and the food pantry). Masks recommended.
(IN CASE OF RAIN! The event will be on Zoom instead so fill out THIS form to get the link.)
Summer Crafternoon
Wednesdays, June 9th-August 4th, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Calling all creative and artsy teens! Crafternoon gives teens a chance to chat with friends while working on a craft project.
No registration needed! Come to the grass area by the Curbside Pickup spot on Anthony Street (across from Spartan Pizza and the food pantry). Masks recommended.
6/9- Coloring Day
6/16- Blind Drawing Challenge
6/23- Yarn Challenge
6/30- Scrapbook Banner
Teen Hangout
Thursdays, June 10th-August 5th, 4:30-5:30
Hangout with your friends on Thursday afternoon! Every week on Zoom, you’ll have time to chat with people and participate in the weekly activity. The group will be doing things like virtual escape rooms, playing Jackbox games, trivia, Mafia, and so much more!
Register for Teen Hangout events in June here: https://forms.gle/mSs4ST2XdtMHyzhz7
- 6/17- Scavenger Hunt Extravaganza
- 6/24- Anime Day (Made possible by a grant from UW-Madison Center for East Asian Studies)
Anime Day
Thursday, June 24th at 4:30pm
Teens who have a love for Anime, Manga, and Japanese culture are encouraged to join the library on Zoom! Attendees will be able to pick up a bag of goodies to-go from the library ahead of time.
Made possible by a grant from UW-Madison Center for East Asian Studies
This program is happening under the umbrella of Teen Hangout programs. Register here: https://forms.gle/mSs4ST2XdtMHyzhz7
Summer Book Club
Twice a month on Thursdays, June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August 5 & 19, 3:30-4:30
When you finish a really great book, do you ever just want to shout it from the rooftops? This laid-back, easy going book club is an opportunity for all teen readers to tell others about the books they are most excited about. Join the library on Zoom this summer to discuss all things BOOKS!
Register for Book Club in June here: https://forms.gle/2ZuXy7B5FxGLowmi6
Register for Book Club in July here: https://forms.gle/H6BFQ9tyfJ3L38N76
Register for Book Club in August here: https://forms.gle/782GSHi3ayx2ux9t7
Teen Summer Reading Program
June 1st-August 31st
Teens and tweens entering grades 6-12 can participate in this challenge. Keep track of reading and activities this summer for a chance to win prizes!
Sign Up Now in Beanstack
For all information about the Teen Summer Library Program, check out this special YouTube video:
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Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.)
Second Thursday of every month, 4:00-5:00
T.A.B. is a volunteer group of teens who want their voice to be heard at the library! The group has input on library programs, gives book recommendations, connects the library to the schools, and advises the teen librarian on different matters. Meetings are monthly and can count for volunteer hours!
The group is taking a break for the summer but will be back in September! Email the teen librarian (aseymour@mcfarlandlibrary.org) if you're interested in joining!
Check out the interactive Teen Room for your one-stop-shop of everything library related for teens!
Follow @mcfarlandteens on Instagram for more teen content!
Follow on YouTube for Young Adult book recommendations!
Need something to read? Request a Young Adult Book Bundle!
Subscribe to the NEW Teen Library Newsletter!
Questions? Contact Abby, the teen librarian, at teenservices@mcfarlandlibrary.org