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Anime and Manga

4:00pm–5:00pm
East 80 Library Branch
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Teens can watch new Anime shows and movies, talk about their favorite shows and Manga series, and show off their Cosplay! You don't need to register. Snacks will be provided. 

Meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Benton Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Children, Tweens, and Teens welcome to The Youth Chess Club at Benton Branch! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, feel free to join this group. Chess boards are provided, but bringing your own helps!

 

Video Game Club

4:30pm–5:45pm
Tooke Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Join us for a variety of video games! You can try something new, or show off your skills at a game you know well.

Just Dance party!

Terra Cotta Christmas Ornaments

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tooke Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Branch
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

"Craft adorable ornaments using mini terracotta pots — perfect for decorating your Christmas tree!"

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–5:30pm
Benton Library Branch
Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Benton's Teen DND game day!

Beginner friendly group of fun teens who share a love for DND.

Session will start at 4:00pm and will end between 5:30-6:00pm.

Parents be ready to pick up your teens no later than 6!

Homeschool Connections

11:00am–12:00pm
Benton Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Food, Health & Sciences, STEAM
Event Details:

The Benton staff will facilitate an academically-themed, hands-on hour of activities for area homeschooled students.

Jane Austen Pop Up

11:00am–6:00pm
Central Library Complex
All Ages, Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Teen
Age Group: All Ages, Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Food, Health & Sciences, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate 250 years of Jane Austen! We'll have tea and snacks, craft kits and themed merch!

All ages are welcome!

Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Library Complex
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Or would you like to brush up on your chess skills? All players are welcome no matter the skill level. Come to learn or come to play! For more information, call the library at (318) 746-1693!

Pinecone Christmas Tree Craft

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tooke Library Branch
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

This easy and fun craft is perfect for and adds a charming, rustic touch to your seasonal décor. This is a festive hands-on activity where participants turn simple pinecones into adorable miniature Christmas trees.

Anime and Manga

4:00pm–5:00pm
East 80 Library Branch
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Teens can watch new Anime shows and movies, talk about their favorite shows and Manga series, and show off their Cosplay! You don't need to register. Snacks will be provided. 

Meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Benton Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Children, Tweens, and Teens welcome to The Youth Chess Club at Benton Branch! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, feel free to join this group. Chess boards are provided, but bringing your own helps!