Enrichment Programs for Teens
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Fri, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a relaxing gathering of creative students grades 5-12 who enjoy needlework!

Fri, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Tweens and teens are invited to celebrate Valentine's Day early by making delicious love potion ice cream floats, eating snacks, and putting together a simple craft!

Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Learn how to make your own seed planter from newspaper and plant a seed that you can take home and watch grow!

Fri, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Make new bookish friends during a group discussion of "Warcross" alongside snacks and freebies.

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Cancelled
Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Plainfield branch
Join our cartoon drawing group! All ages and skill levels welcome. Show your creativity and learn new techniques from fellow amateur artists.

Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Somerville branch - Programs 2
A welcoming and relaxed space for tarot enthusiasts of all levels of experience to learn, practice, and connect.

Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
A teens-only movie screening of Warm Bodies (rated PG-13). Snacks and activities while supplies last.

Wed, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
After school, make a Stranger Things faux stained glass window with foil and markers! Enjoy snacks and get hyped for Friday’s after-hours teen Lock-In!

Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Cancelled
Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch
Make creepy Demogorgon donuts inspired by Stranger Things! Get in the spirit for our upcoming Stranger Things Lock-In with spooky treats and fun.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Help the library out for an hour. Attendees will earn one hour of service time.

Thu, Feb 19, 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
This group will meet monthly to share writing time while providing mutual feedback and support.

Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Join our participant-led Chess Program where players bring their own knowledge and skills to the board.

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Earn volunteer credit as you connect with other teens as you create illusion art that will be on display around the library.

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
An hour of informal play. All skill levels welcome. Please note that this is not an instructional program - it is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of chess.

Fri, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Conference Room
Join us for a relaxing gathering of creative students grades 5-12 who enjoy needlework!

Fri, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Main Floor
Get locked in the library after hours! Team up to tackle a Stranger Things scavenger hunt, then hang out, play games, and eat snacks while the Upside Down stirs.

Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Visit between the listed times to craft a cute pipe cleaner lantern in celebration of Lunar New Year (while supplies last.)

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Somerville branch - Programs 2
Spend time working and talking with others who share your passion for yarn and other fibers. For experts, novices, and everyone in between. Please note, there is no instructor for this program.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peapack and Gladstone branch
Meet some animal ambassadors and learn how some animals prepare for, survive through, and even thrive in the Winter.
This event is full

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Decorate fresh Duck Donuts with seasonal toppings and icings!
This event is full

Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
3-hour game play of the classic tabletop RPG. Beginners and experienced players are welcome!

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Somerville branch - Programs 2
Each month, staff member Rachel will teach you a different skill that will help you become more self-sufficient and gain confidence in your DIY abilities.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
The Family & Friends CPR program teaches how to perform CPR in adults and children and how to help an adult or child who is choking.

Mon, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Feb 23, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Feb 23, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Learn about wolf conservation and natural history, then have a chance to meet one or two of the wolfdogs from Howling Woods Farm.

Tue, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Make a difference by volunteering at the library.

Wed, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Create and modify an anime character from scratch, no matter what your drawing level is!

Thu, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Discover the world of anime and manga while hanging out with fellow teens.

Thu, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Create and modify an anime character from scratch, no matter what your drawing level is!

Fri, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a relaxing gathering of creative students grades 5-12 who enjoy needlework!

Fri, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Somerville branch - Main Reading Room
Join us anytime between 3:30 and 5pm to "catch 'em all" with various Pokémon themed activities.

Fri, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Watchung branch - Wilson Memorial Church
Learn how to create your own manga, from character design, to story development, to awesome page layout and panel composition, to publishing your manga online!

Sat, Feb 28, All day
Raritan Public Library - Raritan Public Library
Winter Reading Challenge

Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Learn how to sew a pillow with two bandanas! All materials and tools will be provided.

Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Join us for a fast-paced, hands-on workshop packed with team challenges, creative problem-solving, and the chance to work on your leadership skills!

Sat, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Somerville branch - Adult Services Programs 1
Stop by the library to bead a bracelet with clay heishi and alphabet beads. All supplies are provided.

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Level up your room with a DIY heart pillow you make yourself! Just tie knots, add stuffing, and boom: the cutest pillow ever. It’s fun, fast, and totally beginner-friendly.

Mon, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Connect with others as you play games and get a special performance from WHRHS Script and Cue of their spring play the Lightning Thief.

Thu, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Discover what is happening at the library for teens. Connect with library staff, ask questions, or just hang out. Snacks and beverages will be available in the Teen Area, 2nd floor.

Fri, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a relaxing gathering of creative students grades 5-12 who enjoy needlework!

Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
Join plein air artist, Sumita Chatterjee, from the Open Air / Open Space art exhibit for a workshop exploring pen & ink drawing techniques.

Sat, Mar 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
3-hour game play of the classic tabletop RPG. Beginners and experienced players are welcome!
Registration opens Saturday, February 14 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 09, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Program entry will be granted on a first come, first serve basis. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
Join us for simple, creative paper crafts—origami and more!

Tue, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Make a difference by volunteering at the library.

Wed, Mar 11, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Self-guided game night featuring crossword puzzles! Brief instruction will be provided at the start of the program.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 5:15pm

Thu, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Connect with other teens and participate in the eco-friendly and flexible craft of junk journaling! Feel free to BYO junk or journal from home!
Registration opens Thursday, February 26 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a relaxing gathering of creative students grades 5-12 who enjoy needlework!
Registration opens Friday, February 13 2026 at 2:00pm

Sat, Mar 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Main Floor
Join our cartoon drawing group! All ages and skill levels welcome. Show your creativity and learn new techniques from fellow amateur artists.

Sat, Mar 14, 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Let’s celebrate National Reading Month together! Create your own bookmark and get ready to use it in all the books you love to read.

Sat, Mar 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Somerville branch - Programs 2
A welcoming and relaxed space for tarot enthusiasts of all levels of experience to learn, practice, and connect.

Sat, Mar 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
A string musical performance by the Luce Quintet, a group of students from MHS. Featuring a performance of famous film themes, classical orchestral music and contemporary songs.
Registration opens Saturday, February 21 2026 at 4:00pm