Teens are invited to our 2021 Teen Summer Reading Program: Tails & Tales! Get awesome prizes for every 10 hours of reading!
*Please Note: Prizes available while supplies last.
June 1-July 31
For ages 12-18 (teens turning age 12 by the end of July are eligible)
Register Here
Prizes and Instructions
Drop in to play online-based games like Jackbox and Among Us with other teens! Select a date to register!
*Please Note: Smart phones or tablets with internet access are needed to participate with online-based games.
Mondays: September 13, September 27, October 11, October 25, November 8 & November 22
4:30-6 pm, Library Theater
For ages 12-18
Do you have ideas for stories? Do you enjoy writing? Join us to write, share, and support each other through the creative writing process! Select a date to register!
Tuesdays: September 14, September 28, October 12, October 26, November 9 & November 23
5-6 pm, Library Boardroom
For ages 12-18
Showcase your original works and works-in-progress with fellow writers and provide feedback for each other. All types of writers are invited! This program is hosted by a Teen Advisory Board member.
Select a date to register!
*Please Note: Original works may include PG-13 and TV-14 content.
Tuesdays: August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2 & December 7
5-6:30 pm, Library Boardroom
For ages 12-18
Do you dream of new worlds? Discover a realm of infinite possibilities by joining us for tabletop role-playing games! All experience levels are welcome. This program is hosted by Teen Advisory Board members.
Select a date to register!
Thursdays: August 5, August 19, September 2, September 16, October 7, October 21, November 4, November 18 & December 16
5-7 pm, Library Boardroom
For ages 12-18
Visit us for Free Comic Book Day! Helen Hall Library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is giving away free comic books to promote the love of reading and help new readers discover comics.
*Please Note: Comic books are limited to two per person and available while supplies last.
Saturday, August 14
12-4 pm, Library Theater
For all ages
Register Here
Become an ambassador for your Library and gain leadership experience! Help plan teen activities, assist with Library events, and more. Snacks are served, and participation counts as service hours. New members are welcome! Select a date to register!
*Please Note: Applications for new members are provided at the in-person program. Only current members may attend via Zoom.
Wednesdays: September 8, September 22, October 6, October 20, November 3 & November 17
5-6 pm, Library Theater
For ages 12-18
Calling all anime fans! Join us to watch and discuss some good anime shows while eating snacks.
Select a date to register!
*Please Note: Anime shows selected are rated PG-13 and TV-14.
Mondays: September 20, October 4, October 18, November 1 & November 15
5-6:30 pm, Library Theater
For ages 12-18
Do you love visiting the Library but don’t always have time to browse for a good book? Then sign up for Teen Book Box! Fill out a registration form online to start picking up monthly boxes with treats and a book selected just for you!
*Please Note: Library cards are required to participate
September-November
For ages 12-18
Register Here (opens September 1)
Fandoms…assemble! Join a team of diverse fandom fanatics and test your trivia knowledge for prizes.
Friday, September 24
6-7:30 pm, Zoom
For ages 12-18
Register Here
Join us for some fearful fun! Watch movies, play games, and enjoy frights for one night only. Costumes are encouraged!
*Please Note: Permission slips are required to participate and available below. They count as registration and must be submitted to the upstairs Reference Desk by Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Friday, October 29
6 pm-12 am, Library Theater
For ages 12-18
Permission Slip Here (we will begin accepting permission slips in September)
Complete crazy challenges and capture it all on camera! This is not your average scavenger hunt…
*Please Note: Teens are required to have transportation present at the end of the event.
Friday, November 12
6-8 pm, Library Theater
For ages 12-18
Register Here
