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 "Teens" group.

Junior Friends Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Junior Friends Meeting
Registration Required

Junior Friends

This offshoot of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library is for Grades 6-12 and meets once a month to help assist the Friends with various projects, including organizing and preparing items in the book sale. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm. For each meeting, we'll meet at the First Floor Elevator at 6pm, and head down to the Lower Level (Basement). 

Event Details:
Join us for this month's Junior Friends meeting. ...

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: Arts & Crafts, Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for our Teen DIY Gift Series featuring easy to make gifts you can use for the holidays (or keep for yourself!). You'll also leave with instructions on how to make more. Learn about why and how to use essential oils, the myths and the facts...

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: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for our Teen DIY Gift Series featuring easy to make gifts you can use for the holidays (or keep for yourself!). You'll also leave with instructions on how to make more. Make cute felt stars and turn them into magnets or keychains! These ea...

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.

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. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested in making a difference at the Southbury Public Library! Teen Advisory ...

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.

Food Explorers: Baking

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join Food Explorers for a special holiday themed baking workshop! You’ll be making two delicious recipes from scratch and making your own individual servings: Chocolate Strawberry Galettes and Mini Gingerbread Donuts. Recipes are nut free but do cont...

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.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Egg Allergy

Eggs will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Minute to Win It

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Minute to Win It is back! Finish out 2023 with one hour of Minute to Win It! Fast-paced and fun, you’ve got one minute to succeed in these silly challenges! Everyone wins because they’re as fun to play as they are to watch. Registration is require...

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.

Junior Friends Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Junior Friends Meeting
Registration Required

Junior Friends

This offshoot of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library is for Grades 6-12 and meets once a month to help assist the Friends with various projects, including organizing and preparing items in the book sale. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm. For each meeting, we'll meet at the First Floor Elevator at 6pm, and head down to the Lower Level (Basement). 

Event Details:
Join us for this month's Junior Friends meeting. ...

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.

Mini Library Craft

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Make your very own pocket sized library! Design your own tiny library inside of a tin using dollhouse miniatures and other accessories. With library staff member Katie! Registration is required as space is limited. Like all teen events, this is...

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.

Homeschool Hangout

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Attention, homeschool families! Stop by the library for an afternoon of games and socializing. This is a great time to meet up with old friends, make new friends, and connect with your librarians. While you are here, you can learn about all o...

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.

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