Teens

Welcome to the Teen Department

The Teen Department is located on the second floor right as you come up the stairs or elevator. Meet here to gather with friends, work on homework, find something to do, or find something to read, watch, or listen to! We’ve got study tables, couches, and other seating options that are great for group or solo work.

Upcoming Teen Events

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Reading Begins!

All Day
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Upstairs
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:
Summer Reading begins on Saturday, June 10 and runs through Friday, August 4! Join us for reading rewards, special events, and more! Our theme this year is "Find Your Voice!" For each age group, participate in a reading challenge, special events, ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Great Cereal Taste Off

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Cheerios, Cap'n Crunch, Wheaties and more! Which breakfast cereal will reign supreme? We'll sample a variety of cereals to figure out our favorites, and crown one cereal the best of all! Please note: wheat/gluten will be present in this program. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Create a portrait of your family pet with watercolor artist Nancy Roman! No experience necessary. All materials will be provided - paint, paper, brushes, etc. You will need a 5” x 7” photo of your pet. A color copy is just fine. Bec...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Family Trivia Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for our first-ever Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general information, and questions aimed at parents, too. The family who a...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

All Ages

This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for a family science afternoon with the Connecticut Science Center! 1-1:45pm: Extreme Air Show: See the amazing power of air as we make objects hover in mid-air, break a board using only a ping pong ball, and explore the effects of the pre...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mad Science Monday: Magnetism!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for our first ever Mad Science Monday! Explore the wonders of magnets with a variety of hands-on experiments and demonstrations. Like all our teen programs, this event is free, open to residents of any town in Grades 6-12, and sponsored by...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:
This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. Currently, membership is full. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested in making a difference at the Southbury...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pride Perler Bead Bows & Bow Ties

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us to make perler bead bow ties and hair bows! We’ll have the supplies and patterns for a variety of pride flag color combinations, or you can make your bow/bow tie in any color combination you like (pride related or otherwise!). Registration...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking Classes, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join Food Explorers for a delicious summer cooking program! You’ll be making Italian Fruit Tarts, using fresh, seasonal fruit to create this yummy dessert, along with a tasty crust and lemony filling. This recipe is nut free, but will contain dair...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Egg Allergy

Eggs will be present in this program.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

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