Teen Programs   <<  Programs

Y's Choice Teen Programs at the DeKalb County Public Library are designed to help teens ages 13-17 discover the services, programs and materials that their public library offers.

All programs are free, but registration is required. Please contact the individual libraries to register for the events that interest you.

• Metamorphosis
• Programs
• Teen Book Club

Metamorphosis

Metamorphosis is for teens ages 13-17.Teens will receive a reading log and earn raffle tickets for the hours they read. Each honeycomb is worth 10 minutes.

• 5 hours—raffle ticket
• 10 hours—raffle ticket
• 15 hours—raffle ticket
• 20 hours—raffle ticket and mug
• 25 hours—raffle ticket
• 30 hours—raffle ticket

Programs

Database Scavenger Hunt

Ages 13 to 18 years

Redan-Trotti Library

Contact Redan-Trotti for game and prize details.

Anime Screening

Ages 13 to 18 years

Join us on the first Monday of the month for two hours of anime! Whether you're an anime expert or a first time viewer, come meet other fans, watch new shows, and discuss your favorites. Snacks will be provided.

Mondays, June 2, July 7, and August 4, 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, Flat Shoals Library

Step into Success with a Healthy Lifestyle

Ages 13 to 18 years

Explore steps to a healthier you with nutritionist Tiffany Taylor, MPH, RD, LD, CHES.

Class size limited to 20. Please register at Circulation Desk. "Healthy Living with DeKalb County Public Library" programs are supported by a grant from The Humana Foundation.

Redan-Trotti Library

• June 4, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM: Healthy Eating on the Go
• June 11, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM: What Am I Eating—Label Reading
• June 18, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM: Fast Food Options and the Importance of Exercise
• June 25, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM: Let's Eat!

Anime Viewing

Saturdays, June 7 and July 5, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM, Covington Library

Big Bug Movie Night

Ages 13 to 18 years

Join us for a viewing of Spiderman III, the third in the Spiderman series. Peter Parker finally has the girl of his dreams, Mary Jane Watson. Life is good until a strange alien symbiote turn his suit black. Will Peter's good side triumph over his evil one? Popcorn will be provided.

No registration required.

Tuesday, June 10, 5:00 PM-7:15 PM, Scott Candler Library

Chocolate Tasting

Ages 13 to 17 years

Calling all chocolate lovers! We're devoting a full hour to your favorite treat.Trivia, games and of course, taste tests.

Limited to the first 15 to arrive.

Wednesday, June 11, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM, Brookhaven Library

Learn Improv!

Ages 15 to 18 years

Learn the basic principles of group improvisation with Tom Rittenhouse, improv performer at Dad's Garage. In these workshops, you will participate in fun games and exercises that encourage focus, team work, storytelling, confidence and laughter!

Limit 15 participants. Please sign up at the Reference Desk 15 minutes prior to start of program.

Wednesdays, June 11 and July 16, 6:30 PM-7:30 PM, Dunwoody Library

Poor Teen, Rich Teen

Ages 13 to 18 years

Presenter Cathy Harris will provide business tips and ideas for aspiring teen entrepreneurs.

Class limited to the first 25 participants.

Saturday, June 14, 11:00 PM-1:00 PM, Redan-Trotti Library

Let's Make CHOCOLATE!

Ages 13 to 18 years

Presented by Sari McIntyre of Sari's Flair, this 90-minute class includes everything needed to make delicious chocolates that you can take home with you!

Limit 12 participants. Registration required for this event. Please stop by or call the library to register. 404/508-7175

Tuesday, June 17, 2:00 PM-3:30 PM, Clarkston Library

Teen Gaming Days

Ages 13 to 18 years

Two full hours of video games! Bring in one of your favorite multiplayer games (sorry, no M rated games) or play one of ours. We'll have Super Smash Brothers, Dance Dance Revolution, and more.

Wednesdays, June 18 and July 30, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, Flat Shoals Library

Pizza Taste Off

Ages 13 to 18 years

You be the judge. Vote on your favorite crust, sauce, cheese and overall taste.

Registration required. Limited to first 20.

Saturday, June 21, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM, Covington Library

When Otakus Attack Anime Club

Ages 13 to 18 years

Love Japanese animation? Want to meet others like you? Come to Anime Club!

Mondays, June 23 and July 28, 6:30 PM-7:45 PM, Covington Library

Teen Game Night!

Ages 13 to 17 years

Come to the library for a night of board games, card games, snacks, and more! We will provide games, but feel free to bring in your own favorite game to share! Prizes will be given for game winners.

Wednesdays, June 25 and July 23, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM, Dunwoody Library

Make Your Own Jewelry

Ages 13 to 18 years

Do you like unique and funky jewelry? Come and learn how to make your own unique jewelry with Carole Kissel. All supplies are provided. Come as you are.

Limit 15 participants. No registration required.

Thursdays, June 26 and July 24, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, Clarkston Library

Whaddup?

Ages 13 to 18 years

What's up is a time of mixing and mingling, with all the elements of a good time—snacks, music and games. Wander in for a minute or for an hour and bring a friend.

Registration is not required.

Thursday, June 26 and July 31, 4:00 PM-5:00 PM, Lithonia-Davidson Library

Tastes like Chocolate!

Ages 13 to 18 years

Join us for an exquisite hour of chocolate-making fun. Sari McIntyre, owner of Sari's Flair will lead as we learn to mold chocolate into delectable treats.

This activity is open to 12 teens. Registration begins June 16.

Monday, June 30, 2:00 PM-3:30 PM, Scott Candler Library

Breaking Dawn Giveaway!

Ages 13 to 17 years

Love Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series? Starting July 7th, check out the trivia questions in our Twilight display and turn in your guesses. The person who gets the most answers correct by August 2nd will win a vampire-themed prize pack, including a copy of Breaking Dawn, the newest book in the series!

Flat Shoals Library

Teen Games

Ages 13 to 18 years

Calling all teens! Want a break from all that "Fun in the Sun" and do something indoors for a change? Bring in one of your favorite games or play one of ours! We'll have Uno, Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit and many more.

Saturday, July 12, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, Clarkston Library

BUG-igami

Ages 13 to 18 years

Origami is the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. The goal of this art is to create a given result using folds and crease patterns without the use of glue, staples, or tape. Join us for an hour of Bug-making fun.

No registration required.

Monday, July 14, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM, Scott Candler Library

Anime Drawing

Ages 13 to 18 years

Draw your favorite character. Drawings will be displayed in branch.

Saturday, July 19, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM, Covington Library

How to Draw Comics

Ages 10 to 17 years

Kyle Puttkammer, the creator of "Galaxy Man," will teach us how to draw comics.

Registration required, with a limit of 25. Registration begins July 1.

Monday, July 21, 4:00 PM-5:00 PM, Chamblee Library

Papermaking Part 1

Ages 13 to 17 years

Grab a friend and join Atlanta artist Georgia Rowswell as she shows you how much fun papermaking can be. You'll learn to make paper to use for letter writing, journals, or just to keep.

Please register in advance.

Tuesday, July 22, 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library

Teens Get Your Money Straight

Ages 13 to 18 years

Presenter Andrea Ramsey will give teens key financial tips on handling money, savings and credit.

Class size limited to the first 25 participants.

Saturday, July 26, 11:00 AM-3:00 PM, Redan-Trotti Library

Papermaking Part 2 – Make a Book or Journal

Ages 13 to 17 years

Atlanta artist Georgia Rowswell guides you in making a keepsake book using regular or handmade paper.

Please register in advance.

Tuesday, July 29, 5:00 PM-6:00 PM, Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library

Acting Workshop

Ages 13-18

Interested in acting? Come to this workshop.

Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, Covington Library

Our Teen Book Club features mysteries, comedies, true-life adventure and even some science fiction. Everyday a new five-minute read; every week a new book. Reading was never so easy and so much fun. This book club is for people 13 years old and older. Register at Online Book Club