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TEEN PROGRAMS

Except where noted, all programs are for teens, ages 12 - 18.
For more information, call 801-852-6661.

A serene pond

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

Teen Corner
May (all month)

Share ideas for self-care and messages of encouragement on the poster in the Teen Corner.

A lock and chain with the summer reading background.

TEEN LOCK-IN

Thursday, June 29
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Ballroom

Have a blast at the biggest teen event of the summer! Hang out with friends, eat food, play games, make crafts, help with a service activity, and more! Permission slip required.

  • Teens are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks. The Library will provide some snacks as well.
  • The building will be locked at 9:00 PM. Teens will not be allowed to leave the Library between 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
  • The doors on the North side of the Library (facing 600 North) will be unlocked at 11:00 PM. Teens can be picked up at those doors.

Additional Details and Reminder Sign-Up

A jar with a question mark inside.

TEEN GUESS JAR

May 29 - July 29
1st Floor Reference Desk

Can you guess how many items are in the jar? The guess jar will be filled with a new item every week, and the closest guess without going over wins a $15 gift card to a local restaurant.

An origami paper dinosaur.

DINO-GAMI

Saturday, June 17
10:00 AM
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Learn more about paleontology (the study of ancient life), and walk away with your own paper dinosaur!

Add it to your calendar

A field of flowers.

EDIBLE PLANT FORAGING

Thursday, June 22
7:00 PM
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Discover which wild plants you can eat (and when), which plants have medicinal properties, and other cool facts!

Add it to your calendar

A film strip drifting along on a summer breeze.

TEEN FILM CONTEST

Thursday, July 27 (Screening & Awards Ceremony)
7:00 PM
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Lights, camera, action! Create a film with the theme "Summer" and submit it by July 16th to see if you can take home the top prize: a $100 Amazon gift card!

Rules and submission information

Helpful Resources

SUBMIT YOUR FILM HERE | Entries due July 16, 2023 at end of day.

If at any point in the filmmaking/submission process you have a question, please email teenscene@provolibrary.org

TEEN VOLUNTEER BOARD

1st Thursdays
6:30 pm
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Come hang out with your friends while helping your library! Help librarians choose what books to order, help create fun teen programs at the library, volunteer for special library events, and more.

As a Teen Volunteer Board member, you can serve your community and gain valuable experience for job resumes and college applications. Pick up a Teen Volunteer Board application from the First Floor Reference Desk or print one online and bring it to your first meeting.

When is the next Teen Volunteer Board meeting?


TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS CLUB

3rd Thursdays
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Join us for a night of D&D with communal storytelling, imagination, and improv. Any experience level is welcome to join our teen-run mini-campaigns or our tutorial campaign for beginners.

Register Here

TEEN MINECRAFT CLUB

Every Friday
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Shaw Programming Room, #260

Creators. Survivors. Come explore a new Minecraft world. Teen players of all levels welcome.

No account necessary.

Current world info: Survival in Java edition 1.18.2

ANYTIME ONLINE

Supernatural Virtual Escape Room

The Winchesters need your help! You don't have to be a fan of the show to enjoy this game. Complete the escape room as a group or as an individual. Remember the most important thing is to have fun!

Play Now!

Minecraft Adventure

An online adventure where you make decisions that affect how the story continues. There are 14 different endings, and 69 different story points, so your adventure might be different from someone else's. Multiple playthroughs are encouraged.

Play Now!

Teen Programs
Thu, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come gain valuable experience for job resumes and college applications while helping your library and eating treats!

Fri, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Fri, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Fri, Jun 09, 9:30pm - 11:30pm
North Patio
Join us for a free screening of The Sandlot (PG)! Doors open at 9:15 pm. Pillows, blankets, or camp chairs are welcome. Some seating will be provided. Questions? Call 801-852-6661

Thu, Jun 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Join us for a night of D&D with communal storytelling, imagination, and improv. Any experience level is welcome to join our teen-run mini-campaigns or our tutorial campaign for beginners.

Fri, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shaw Programming Room #260
Learn more about paleontology (the study of ancient life), and walk away with your own paper dinosaur!

Thu, Jun 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Discover which wild plants you can eat (and when), which plants have medicinal properties, and other cool facts!

Fri, Jun 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Thu, Jun 29, 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Ballroom
Have a blast at the biggest teen event of the summer! Hang out with friends, eat food, play games, make crafts, help with a service activity, and more! Permission slip required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 1 2023 at 9:00am

Fri, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Thu, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come gain valuable experience for job resumes and college applications while helping your library and eating treats!

Fri, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Sat, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Learn how to play the ukulele and enjoy the sounds of summer. Bring your own ukulele, or use one of ours!

Fri, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Sat, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Shaw Programming Room #260
Grab your needles and yarn and come learn how to knit, or work on your current projects! Knitting supplies will be available for those who don't have any.

Thu, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Join us for a night of D&D with communal storytelling, imagination, and improv. Any experience level is welcome to join our teen-run mini-campaigns or our tutorial campaign for beginners.

Fri, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.

Tue, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ballroom
Free event - join us for a screening of FINDING NEMO, rated G! Doors open at 5:45 pm. Pillows, blankets, and snacks are welcome. We will provide free popcorn! Questions? Call 801-852-6661
Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Lights, camera, action! Create a film with the theme "Summer" and submit it by July 16th to see if you can take home the top prize: a $100 Amazon gift card!

Fri, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the Minecraft World. Teen players of all levels welcome.