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Check out our FREE resources here during the library closure:

Project Next Generation (PNG) is a program for Teens/Tweens in grades 5 through 12 who want hands-on experience with some amazing new technology. Funding for the project was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of the Secretary of State, Jesse White, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

To register for any Teen Programs click here!

 

Free Comic Book Day!

Starting in September, you can take home a brand new comic book! Send Miss Britney an e-mail or a message on social media if you’re interested!

 

TeenTober!

Throughout the month of October, ANY book, magazine, or comic book you check out (either physically or digitally!), e-mail Miss Britney and you will be put into the TeenTober raffle to win a prize!

 

These programs have specific dates you MUST register for and provide an e-mail. Miss Britney will contact you and provide you with the game code and invite to the Zoom Meeting. You DO NOT have to be on the Zoom Meeting to play these games, but you MUST get the game code to play!

Quest   Sat. Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 at 3 pm

Create your own character and let’s go on a digital adventure! We will provide you with supplies!

 

Jackbox Game – Drawful   Sat. Sept. 12 and Nov. 21 at 3 pm

What exactly did you draw? And can people guess it?!

 

Jackbox Game – Earwax   Sat. Sept. 19 and Oct. 17 at 3 pm

Put funny sounds to random situations!

 

Jackbox Game – Survive the Internet   Sat. Sept. 26 and Oct. 24 at 3 pm

Change the meaning behind what someone said!

 

Know Your Rights Workshop   Wed. Sept. 30 at 7 pm

Everyone should have a firm understanding of their rights. Learn when, why and how to access your constitutional rights when needed.

 

Jackbox Games – Bracketeering   Sat. Oct. 10 and Nov. 28 at 3 pm

How strong are your opinions on things? Find out here!

 

Día de los Muertos Flower Pots   Thurs. Oct. 29th at 6:30

Create your own Day of the Dead Flower Pot with us! Sign up in advance to pick up the pots and black sharpies from the library. If you wish to use colored sharpies or paint, they must be self-provided.

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Request any of these craft bags below by contacting us at teen@northriversidelibrary.org!

And yes, you can KEEP the supplies that are included! Please send us a photo of your finished project as well!

Origami

Funko Pop

Suncatchers

Friendship Bracelets

Rock Painting

CD Art

Mini Canvas

DIY Boba Tea

Chalkboard Skulls

Shrinky Dinks

Need community service hours? Want to get job experience? Interested in making awesome friends? Have suggestions for teen programs? Want to review books/movies? Become a volunteer today! ​Ask about becoming a Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) member!​  If you are new to volunteering, please fill out this Teen Volunteer Interest Form save it and email it back to us at teen@northriversidelibrary.org.

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T.A.B. Meetings: Send any ideas you have to Miss Britney any time through e-mail or social media!

Emoji Review: Get 15 minutes of volunteering by sending the book/title or movie/director you are reviewing with the Emoji(s) that best describe your thoughts!

TikTok Duet: Get 15 minutes of volunteering by creating a TikTok Duet with Miss Britney!

50+ Word Review: Get 30 minutes of volunteering by sending the book/author or movie/director you are reviewing and write out your thoughts!

Storytime: Get 30 minutes of volunteering by recording yourself reading your favorite picture book and be featured on our social media!

How-To Videos: Get 30 minutes of volunteering by recording yourself creating a how-to video of your favorite hobby!

Book/Movie Trailer: Get 1 hour of volunteering by making a book/movie trailer from scratch on your favorite book or movie!