November 2019
Epic Tabletop Game
Are you ready to face the challenge of the most epic battle of all time? Learn the rules and strategies of Heroscape. Can you survive the battle? This free program is for teens ages 12-18. Registration is required. Bring your own “non-messy” snacks. For more information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
Find out more »Creative Writing: Tea for Tweens
Either bring in already started stories, poems, comic strips, drawings, jokes, and news articles, or start something new at the library. You are welcome to bring your Chromebooks, or use the library’s computers. Submissions will be added to a layout and printed for library patrons to take home and enjoy! This free program is intended for tweens, ages 9-12, or in grades 4-6. Registration is not required. For additional information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext.…
Find out more »Creative Writing: Teen Magazine
Either bring in already started stories, poems, comic strips, drawings, jokes, and news articles, or start something new at the library. You are welcome to bring your Chromebooks, or use the library’s computers. Submissions will be added to a layout and printed for library patrons to take home and enjoy! This free program is intended for teens, ages 13-17, or in 7th-12th grade. Registration is not required. For additional information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext.…
Find out more »Teen Advisory Group: Middle School
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is about local teens talking to librarians, discussing and deciding which materials, books, programs, and services they need. It’s about making your voices heard and your choices matter! TAG members are the first to learn about volunteer opportunities at the Library. Bring your ideas, energy, and enthusiasm! Expectations: Show up on time (5:00) to earn pizza Join in on the discussion Pay attention to the person speaking Help to serve food and clean up after meeting…
Find out more »Adventure @ Your Library
Adventure @ Your Library is DeKalb Public Library’s own tabletop role-playing group for teens. Join us for an adventure game where YOUR choices make the difference between utter defeat and glorious victory! Stomp the Bad Guys. Save the World. Refreshments are provided–all you need to do is bring your enthusiasm and imagination. This group is for youth ages 12 to 17. Registration is required. For more information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3400.
Find out more »Creative Writing: Tea for Tweens
Either bring in already started stories, poems, comic strips, drawings, jokes, and news articles, or start something new at the library. You are welcome to bring your Chromebooks, or use the library’s computers. Submissions will be added to a layout and printed for library patrons to take home and enjoy! This free program is intended for tweens, ages 9-12, or in grades 4-6. Registration is not required. For additional information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext.…
Find out more »Creative Writing: Teen Magazine
Either bring in already started stories, poems, comic strips, drawings, jokes, and news articles, or start something new at the library. You are welcome to bring your Chromebooks, or use the library’s computers. Submissions will be added to a layout and printed for library patrons to take home and enjoy! This free program is intended for teens, ages 13-17, or in 7th-12th grade. Registration is not required. For additional information, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext.…
Find out more »Tweens Read: Awkward
Join other tweens to talk about this funny graphic novel, have a snack, then follow clues to hidden geocaches within the library. Check out a copy of the book in Youth Services by the public computers, while supplies last. Here’s what it’s about: Cardinal rule #1 for surviving school: Don't get noticed by the mean kids. Cardinal rule #2 for surviving school: Seek out groups with similar interests and join them. On her first day at her new school, Penelope--Peppi--Torres…
Find out more »Teen Book Mob: I Am Still Alive
Do you love to read and talk about books and have a snack, too? Teen Book Mob is here for you! I Am Still Alive by Kate Alice Marshall is a heart-pounding story of survival and revenge in the unforgiving wilderness. Read on…. Jess is alone. Her cabin has burned to the ground. She knows if she doesn’t act fast, the cold will kill her before she has time to worry about food. But she is still alive—for now. Jess…
Find out more »Anime-Manga Club
Teens and tweens are invited to join the Anime/Manga Club for veteran otaku or newbie weaboos! Watch and discuss anime and participate in a few fun activities. Most anime is appropriate for teenagers age 13 and above. No registration is required to attend this free club! It is intended for ages 12-17. For additional information, please contact Colleen at cowzroc@gmail.com or at (815) 505-8569. Anime-Manga for Adults (ages 18+) meets on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.
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