Dexter District Library: Spring Events For Teens & Tweens

Saline MI

23 February, 2022

2:07 PM

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Press release from the Dexter District Library: Mollie Hall February 23, 2022 IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ! In-person Teen & Tween Programs: With consideration for the ongoing pandemic, and for the safety of everyone involved, please take special note of the following: IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ!   MiLibraryQuest February 1 – March 15 Grades 5 – 12 Michigan teens we need your help! The world famous thief Lupin has struck again! This time he pilfered the laptop of a best selling Michigan author containing the only copy of their latest novel. Please help us find where Lupin has stashed the laptop by decoding his taunting notes to Inspector Skirmish before the draft is due on March 15th.     Crafting Your College Essay Crafting Your College Essay In Person Wednesday, March 2 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Teens and adults welcome Registration Required, starts February 2 Elizabeth Levy, founder of Essay Help for Colleges, will present tips on applying to college using the Common Application along with information on what makes a great personal essay. The program is geared toward high school sophomores and juniors getting ready to apply to college, but it is open to all teens and parents. Time will be available at the end of the presentation for participants' questions.   Take & Make: Zine Kits Pickup March 4-10 or while supplies last Grades 5-12 No registration – kits available while supplies last Make your own zine – a DIY, small-batch magazine on any topic you care about. Get you supply kit from the library, then make some zines and share with your friends.     Teen Book Club In Person Tuesday, March 8 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Grades 7 – 12 Book: The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt Registration required, begins February 8 Join us for discussion, a craft, and some trivia on this month's selection. Get a free copy of the book at the Youth Reference Desk after you register.   Magic: the Gathering In Person Friday, March 18 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Grades 6 – 12 Registration required, begins February 19 Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.     Teen Advisory Group In Person Saturday, March 19 11 a.m. to noon Grades 7 – 12 Registration required, begins February 19 The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a volunteer opportunity for teens in grades 7 through 12 to get involved at the Library. TAG meets on select Saturdays each month during the school year.   Tween Book Club In Person Tuesday, March 22 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Grades 5 & 6 Book: Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy by Tui Sutherland Registration required, begins February 22 Read the book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related craft or activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.     Nailed It! Virtual Cake Decorating Virtual Wednesday, March 30 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Grades 5 through 12 Registration required, begins February 21 Get creative –and a little messy – in your kitchen! During this virtual program, teens and tweens will have 45 minutes to try to recreate a decorated cake. At the end, we'll take a look at everyone's creations. This is meant to be fun, but our judges will also pick a winner to receive a prize!     Creating Your College List In Person Wednesday, April 6 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Teens and adults welcome Registration required, begins March 2 Elizabeth Levy, founder of Essay Help for Colleges, returns with tips on selecting colleges and applying using the Common Application. The program is geared toward high school sophomores and juniors, but it is open to all teens and parents. Time will be available at the end of the presentation for questions.     Take & Make: Gardening Kits Pick up April 8-14 or while supplies last Grades 5-12 No registration – kits available while supplies last Are you looking for a new outdoor hobby? Do you want to help pollinators like bees and butterflies? Why not try gardening! Teens and tweens can pick up a kit with seed packets, dirt pods, pots, and plant markers to start their own garden.       Teen Book Club In Person Tuesday, April 12 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Grades 7 through 12 Book: Verify by Joelle Charbonneau Registration required, begins March 8 Join us for discussion, a craft, and some trivia on this month's selection. Get a free copy of the book at the Youth Reference Desk after you register.     Magic: the Gathering In Person Friday, April 22 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Grades 6 – 12 Registration required, begins March 19 Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.   Teen Advisory Group In Person Saturday, April 23 11 a.m. to noon Grades 7 – 12 Registration required, begins March 19 The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a volunteer opportunity for teens in grades 7 through 12 to get involved at the Library. TAG meets on select Saturdays each month during the school year.     Action Figure Terrariums In Person Saturday, April 23 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Grades 5-12 Registration required, begins March 21 Even if you don't have a green thumb, this program is for you. We'll make terrariums with faux succulents and mosses, so your decoration will last forever and doesn't need watering! Bring a small action figure or miniature to decorate your terrarium, or the Library will have some on hand as well.   Tween Book Club In Person Tuesday, April 26 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Grades 5 & 6 Book: The Doughnut Fix by Jessie Janowitz Registration required, begins March 22 Read the book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related craft or activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.     "May the Fourth" Trivia Contest Entries accepted May 1 – 7 Grades 5 through 12 May the Fourth be with you! In honor of Star Wars Day on May 4, teens and tweens can stop into the library during the first week of May and enter a Star Wars-themed trivia contest. Starting on Sunday, May 1, pick up a trivia quiz in the Teen Zone. Complete it and return to the Youth Reference Desk by Saturday, May 7 for a chance to win a galactic prize!       Take & Make: Self-Care Kits Pick up May 6 – 12, or while supplies last Grades 5-12 No registration – kits available while supplies last Everyone needs to take time for self-care. Doing things for your mind, body, and soul can promote well-being and help you feel happier and less stressed. Teens and tweens in grades 5-12 can pick up a kit with a journal, treats, and some ideas for activities to help you relax and de-stress.     Teen Book Club In Person Tuesday, May 10 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Grades 7-12 Book: The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes Registration required, starts April 12 Join us for discussion, a craft, and some trivia on this month's selection. Get a free copy of the book at the Youth Reference Desk after you register.   Magic: the Gathering In Person Friday, May 20 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Grades 6 – 12 Registration required, begins April 23 Join us monthly for MTG tournament-style play on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to top players. Everyone in grades 6 through 12 with knowledge of game play and rules is invited to attend. Please bring a Commander deck to each session. Co-sponsored with SRSLY Dexter.   Teen Advisory Group In Person Saturday, May 21 11 a.m. to noon Grades 7 – 12 Registration required, begins April 23 The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a volunteer opportunity for teens in grades 7 through 12 to get involved at the Library. TAG meets on select Saturdays each month during the school year.   Tween Book Club In Person Tuesday, May 24 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Grades 5 & 6 Book: Clean Getaway by Nic Stone Registration required, begins April 26 Read the book and then join us for icebreakers, discussion, and a related craft or activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.     Relaxing Crafts for Teens & Tweens In Person Saturday, June 11 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Grades 5 – 12 Registration required, begins May 9 Take a break and unwind before finals and end-of-the-school-year activities. Join us to make stress balls and calming glitter jars – items that are fun to make but can also help you feel less stressed when you use them. This press release was produced by the Dexter District Library. The views expressed here are the author's own.