Teen Scene
**6th-12th graders only!**
Alternating Wednesdays @ 3:30pm
Columbus Library

April 10: Choose your own adventure! Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, boba tea slime, or just hang out! Snacks will be provided.

April 24: Learn how to make healthy snacks using our Charlie Cart mobile kitchen at Teen Tastebud Takeover! This month, we will make black bean brownies. This program was made possible by a generous grant from Carolina Foothills Foundation.

May Take & Make
Teens (6th-12th grade): Paracord Bracelet
Video demo: May 3rd

Teen Scene
**6th-12th graders only!**
Alternating Wednesdays @ 3:30pm
Columbus Library

May 8: Choose your own adventure! Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, diamond painting, or just hang out! Snacks will be provided.

May 22: Learn magic tricks and the art of balloon twisting at this hands-on workshop with Professor Whizzpop! Register with Jen by May 17th at jdickenson@polklibrary.org.

Teen Scene
**6th-12th graders only!**
Alternating Wednesdays @ 3:30pm
Columbus Library

May 8: Choose your own adventure! Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, diamond painting, or just hang out! Snacks will be provided.

May 22: Learn magic tricks and the art of balloon twisting at this hands-on workshop with Professor Whizzpop! Register with Jen by May 17th at jdickenson@polklibrary.org.

Summer 2024 Teen Programs
Alternating Thursdays, 2-4pm
Columbus Library
***Rising 6th-12th graders only!
Free snacks!
The 2024 Summer Learning Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.

June 13: Choose Your Own Adventure + 3D Printing
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, 3D printing, or just hang out!

June 27: Paint & Sip
Join local artist Becky Rickenbaker as she guides us step-by-step in creating a colorful forest painting. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

July 11: Choose Your Own Adventure + Card Games
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, classic card games, or just hang out!

July 25: Fashion Design Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of fashion design and explore the essentials of sketching, fabric selection, color theory, and mood boards. From brainstorming initial concepts to bringing your vision to life on paper, you will be encouraged to let your imagination run wild as you craft unique and inspired designs. You’ll gain practical skills and insights into the art of fashion illustration and design. Whether dreaming up avant-garde runway looks or a new kit for the soccer team, this workshop offers a supportive and inclusive environment for budding designers to explore their creativity and express their individual style. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

Summer 2024 Teen Programs
Alternating Thursdays, 2-4pm
Columbus Library
***Rising 6th-12th graders only!
Free snacks!
The 2024 Summer Learning Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.

June 13: Choose Your Own Adventure + 3D Printing
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, 3D printing, or just hang out!

June 27: Paint & Sip
Join local artist Becky Rickenbaker as she guides us step-by-step in creating a colorful forest painting. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

July 11: Choose Your Own Adventure + Card Games
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, classic card games, or just hang out!

July 25: Fashion Design Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of fashion design and explore the essentials of sketching, fabric selection, color theory, and mood boards. From brainstorming initial concepts to bringing your vision to life on paper, you will be encouraged to let your imagination run wild as you craft unique and inspired designs. You’ll gain practical skills and insights into the art of fashion illustration and design. Whether dreaming up avant-garde runway looks or a new kit for the soccer team, this workshop offers a supportive and inclusive environment for budding designers to explore their creativity and express their individual style. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

Summer 2024 Teen Programs
Alternating Thursdays, 2-4pm
Columbus Library
***Rising 6th-12th graders only!
Free snacks!
The 2024 Summer Learning Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.

June 13: Choose Your Own Adventure + 3D Printing
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, 3D printing, or just hang out!

June 27: Paint & Sip
Join local artist Becky Rickenbaker as she guides us step-by-step in creating a colorful forest painting. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

July 11: Choose Your Own Adventure + Card Games
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, classic card games, or just hang out!

July 25: Fashion Design Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of fashion design and explore the essentials of sketching, fabric selection, color theory, and mood boards. From brainstorming initial concepts to bringing your vision to life on paper, you will be encouraged to let your imagination run wild as you craft unique and inspired designs. You’ll gain practical skills and insights into the art of fashion illustration and design. Whether dreaming up avant-garde runway looks or a new kit for the soccer team, this workshop offers a supportive and inclusive environment for budding designers to explore their creativity and express their individual style. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

Summer 2024 Teen Programs
Alternating Thursdays, 2-4pm
Columbus Library
***Rising 6th-12th graders only!
Free snacks!
The 2024 Summer Learning Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.

June 13: Choose Your Own Adventure + 3D Printing
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, 3D printing, or just hang out!

June 27: Paint & Sip
Join local artist Becky Rickenbaker as she guides us step-by-step in creating a colorful forest painting. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

July 11: Choose Your Own Adventure + Card Games
Spend time with your friends and choose what activity you want to participate in: video games, board games, classic card games, or just hang out!

July 25: Fashion Design Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of fashion design and explore the essentials of sketching, fabric selection, color theory, and mood boards. From brainstorming initial concepts to bringing your vision to life on paper, you will be encouraged to let your imagination run wild as you craft unique and inspired designs. You’ll gain practical skills and insights into the art of fashion illustration and design. Whether dreaming up avant-garde runway looks or a new kit for the soccer team, this workshop offers a supportive and inclusive environment for budding designers to explore their creativity and express their individual style. Registration is REQUIRED for this event and space is limited – email Jen at jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.