Enrichment Programs for Teens
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Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Manville branch - YA area
Paint a fall tree using q-tips.

Mon, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Somerville branch
Each week, a different theme of items from the Somerville Local History Collection will be displayed. Explore our physical and digital collections from Somerville.

Mon, Nov 03, 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.)

Cancelled
Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Plainfield branch
Make your own paper masks with a "Día de los Muertos" motif.

Mon, Nov 03, 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, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Hangout in the library with fellow Pride allies and create a simple rainbow craft while eating snacks and chatting.

Tue, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Discover how to paint step-by-step using watercolors. Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be served. Parents/guardians and their children must sign up individually.

Tue, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Make a difference by volunteering at the library.

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch
SCLSNJ is an officially-designated passport application acceptance facility with passport processing hours set for your convenience. By appointment only. Schedule at https://sclsnj.org/passports/.

Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Create something fun using the library's Perler beads.

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch
SCLSNJ is an officially-designated passport application acceptance facility with passport processing hours set for your convenience. By appointment only. Schedule at https://sclsnj.org/passports/.

Thu, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Main Floor
Create your own tiny pot with model magic.

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Learn how to mix, roll, and cut homemade fresh egg pasta. Ingredients will include eggs and flour.

Thu, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. Registration is required by visiting the Youth Services desk or call 908-458-8430 ext. 4. Registration begins October 16.

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Discover up close and personal encounters with some of our planet's most fascinating creatures.

Sat, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Explore the ins and outs of financial literacy with teen presenter Aaryan. Learn how to invest and spend money wisely to better your future. Participants will need a pencil and a computer.

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Discover a fun and informative kite-making workshop, where you’ll learn about the Double Ninth Festival (Chóngyáng Jié).

Mon, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Somerville branch
Each week, a different theme of items from the Somerville Local History Collection will be displayed. Explore our physical and digital collections from Somerville.

Mon, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 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.)

Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Share a laugh as you play games and get a special performance from the WHRHS Script and Cue performers of their winter play Puffs.

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Watchung branch
SCLSNJ is an officially-designated passport application acceptance facility with passport processing hours set for your convenience. By appointment only. Schedule at https://sclsnj.org/passports/.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Bring friends and family or play against our friendly teen volunteers. Screen-free activities from 3:30-5 p.m. and Nintendo Switch games from 5-7 p.m.

Wed, Nov 12, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Start your week out right with a fun night out with a movie! Join us monthly for a night of cinema, snacks, and conversation. This month's film will be "Captain America: Brave New World"!

Thu, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Discover the world of anime and manga while hanging out with fellow teens. This month we will be creating keychains of your favorite characters.

Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Connect with other teens as you help with hands-on projects in preparation for upcoming library programs. Participants will earn one community service hour.

Fri, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Watchung branch - Wilson Memorial Church
Discover improvised fun with a variety of improvisation games. Who knows what we will make up! But one thing is certain...laughter is guaranteed!

Cancelled
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Montgomery branch
3-hour game play of the classic tabletop RPG. Beginners and experienced players are welcome!

Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Somerville branch
Each week, a different theme of items from the Somerville Local History Collection will be displayed. Explore our physical and digital collections from Somerville.

Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 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, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Learn basic knit and crochet skills and enjoy crafting with friends! Please BYO yarn and knitting needles/crochet hooks, although some limited supplies will be available to borrow during the program.

Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Make a difference by volunteering at the library.

Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Existing teen volunteers may join TAB to make a difference in the library and the Hillsborough community! Pizza and snacks are included!

Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Create cool food concoctions you can actually eat! Join us to make tiny Thanksgiving-inspired treats that look just like the real dishes—only cuter (and tastier)!

Thu, Nov 20, 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
This group will meet monthly to share writing while providing mutual feedback and support.

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Cancelled
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch
Share your art and inspiration with other artists!

Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Connect with other teens as you earn community service hours. Work with outside organizations to do creative projects and help the community.

Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Learn letters and write your name with colorful craft sticks.

Mon, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Somerville branch
Each week, a different theme of items from the Somerville Local History Collection will be displayed. Explore our physical and digital collections from Somerville.

Mon, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 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.)

Wed, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hillsborough branch
Create something fun using the library's Perler beads.

Wed, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Teens, it’s your time to shine... or squawk! Create your own ugly turkey using an apple as the base and a variety of wacky craft and food supplies. Who can make the ugliest turkey of them all?

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillsborough branch
SCLSNJ is an officially-designated passport application acceptance facility with passport processing hours set for your convenience. By appointment only. Schedule at https://sclsnj.org/passports/.

Sat, Nov 29, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Do you still remember that clickety-clack sound of your old typewriter? Join us for a walk down memory lane as we view a variety of old typewriters on display. Or come see them for the first time!