Teen Game Night
Monday, July 24 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Ages 12-18. Come learn new board games or play games you know and love, librarians will be ready to help you learn if you don't know how to play. Sign-up not required.
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Monday, July 24 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Ages 12-18. Come learn new board games or play games you know and love, librarians will be ready to help you learn if you don't know how to play. Sign-up not required.
Thursday, July 27 at 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Ages 12-18. Looking for your next great read? Go on a "mini date" with different YA books during our Teen Book Speed Dating event. Take notes on your first impressions, read the first few pages, and rate it. Enjoy light refreshments while deciding...
Celebrate the upcoming release of the newest book by Jennifer Lynne Barnes, The Brothers Hawthorne, and return to the puzzling world of the Hawthorne boys! We’ll have snacks, drinks, and Inheritance Games themed activities, and you can maybe win your own copy of the book when it comes out. This...
This is the first day of a 2 day program. The registration below will sign you up for both sessions. In this two-day session, teens working in groups will work through all phases of production to create their own short film. Participants will brainstorm, write and shoot their own creation...
Ages 12-18. Doodles & Drinks is a teen drawing club where you’ll receive bi-monthly prompts, experiment with a variety of drawing media, and receive feedback from other artists. Tea and juice will be provided, but feel free to bring your own drink. Registration recommended but not required.
This is the second day of a 2 day program. Please go to the July 29th date on the program calendar for sign-up. In this two-day session, teens working in groups will work through all phases of production to create their own short film. Participants will brainstorm, write and shoot...
September 17-September 23 Ages 12-18. Come to the teen room each month to make a new craft. This month we will be making felt cord holders.
Sunday, September 17 at 2:30-4:00 pm. Teen Advisory Board: We are a group of teens (ages 12-18) who share ideas for teen programs, teen room activities, teen games, and of course, books. We always include a fun activity and treats at each of our monthly gatherings. We meet the first...
October 4, 2023 Ages 12-18 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM Every book needs a soundtrack. Come create one for your favorite book and share your love of music with others!
Photography with professional photographer, Mary Butkus. Learn new techniques to up your photo game. Instruction in basic photo methods that can be used with a cell phone or digital camera. After discussion, participants will use the learned tips as they do a photo study of the KPL. Photos will be...
October 15 - October 21, 2023 Ages 12-18. Come to the teen room each month to make a new craft. This month make Nightmare Toys.
Sunday, October 15 at 2:30-4:00 pm. Teen Advisory Board: We are a group of teens (ages 12-18) who share ideas for teen programs, teen room activities, teen games, and of course, books. We always include a fun activity and treats at each of our monthly gatherings. We meet the first...
PARDON OUR DIRT : The front lawn of the library is under construction. At this time, access to the library is through the front ramp only.
Group 2: Youth Services Event Volunteer: This is perfect for someone that wants to help us put on events for kids and teens! Duties include program preparation, helping at specific events such as storytime, and assisting during library programs with staff.
Group 3: Behind the Scenes Volunteer: A fit if you enjoy independent projects like shelving books, helping us keep the room inviting and tidy, refilling book displays, helping with behind the scenes Summer Reading prep including couponing, supply preparation, and more!
Group 4: Office Assistant: Work in the library admin office on light clerical duties such as scanning and stickering books. Great if you want some office/organizing experience!
Group 5: Mural Project: Help us design a library mural on the outside fence. If you love creative projects, painting and teamwork, this group is for you!
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The Kirkwood Public Library maintains a meeting room for Library sponsored programs consistent with its mission “to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and creativity, for a more prosperous and connected community.” The Kirkwood Public Library welcomes outside organizations or individuals interested in presenting at the Library. Events must be offered virtually and may be done so at the discretion of library managers. This selection will be based on public service needs and other activities scheduled.