FALL PROGRAMS
(September - December)
SNACK & CHAT
Every Monday
4 - 5 PM
This weekly event for teens involves two things (and you’ll never guess what they are): snacking and chatting. Head to the library meeting room on Monday afternoons to grab some food and hangout with your friends!
NOTE: Time has changed to 4:00 - 5:00 pm due to changes in school schedules
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UN-BOOK CLUB
Monthly meetings - First Thursday of the month
4 - 5 PM
Calling ALL teen readers! Come and join the brand new teen UnBook Club at the library! What’s an unbook club you may be asking? It’s a book club where there is no required reading; read whatever you want, discuss books you love with other readers, and get recommendations for future reads. No pressure, no deadlines, just a place to talk about books with other teens!
Upcoming Meetings: November 7th, December 5th
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TEEN HANGOUT
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
4 - 5 PM
Are you a teen? Do you need a place to hang out and decompress after school? We’ve got you covered! Make your way to the library twice a month for a relaxed Teen Hangout with space to do a craft, play games, or simply chill with your friends.
*No Teen Hangouts on September 26th
Upcoming dates: October 24th, November 14th, December 12th
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TEEN STEAM
Monthly meetings - Every 3rd Thursday of the month
4 - 5 PM
Experiments, robotics, and other projects to come in our monthly Teen STEAM program! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, so there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy! Join us once a month for a new project where teens can try new things and problem solve with friends.
Upcoming Meetings: November 21st, December 19th
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TEEN D&D CLUB
Meetings every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month
5:30 - 7 PM
We are continuing the adventure with a brand new Teen D&D Club campaign! Whether you are a first time player or an expert, all are welcome to join this role-playing game. Registration is required, and players must commit to the fall campaign.
Registration is now open! Register now to commit to the full fall campaign!
Register here: https://forms.gle/TQok6QXL8Y5RZyzS6
*No meetings on September 27th and December 27th
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TEEN AFTER HOURS
Monthly events - 3rd Friday of the month
5:30 - 7 PM
Once a month, teens are welcome to come take over the library after hours! Each month brings a new, special event including new experiences, games, art, and more. *Registration required
November 15th: Nerf Capture the Flag - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
December 20th: Team Trivia Party
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BECOME A VOLUNTEEN!
Monthly meetings, every 4th Tuesday of the month (December meeting 3rd Tuesday)
4 - 5 PM
Want to earn volunteer hours and have fun along the way? Volunteer at the library and join the library VolunTeens! Library VolunTeens help with events at the library, planning and decisions for teen programs, and contribute to our Teen Newsletter! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to be a VolunTeen. :)
Upcoming meetings: November 26th, December 17th
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SPECIAL EVENTS
CRAFT-A-PALOOZA
Saturday, December 7th
10 AM - 12 PM
Stop by the library during Winter Wonderland in the Village and make various crafts in the kid's area! There is fun for all ages with crafts for kids and teens, as well as take-and-make craft kits for adults. Enjoy the winter fun and make some crafts to get into the holiday spirit!
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
📖Need something to read?📖 Request a Young Adult Book Bundle!
📝Want to share your thoughts on a book?📝 Write a Young Adult Book Review!
Want to keep in touch? Subscribe to the Teen Library Newsletter!
Want new titles? Subscribe to the Teen Scene Newsletter!
Follow us on Instagram ➡️ @mcfarlandteens
Questions? Contact the teen librarian at teenservices [at] mcfarlandlibrary.org (teenservices[at]mcfarlandlibrary[dot]org)