Tweens

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our newest afterschool program, Game On! This is a program perfect for anyone looking to make new friends and learn new games. Whether you love board games or prefer relay games, this is the program for you!

This program is for children ages 8 to 12. Tickets are available at the Children's desk 15 minutes before the start of this event. Capacity is limited, so please pick up a ticket before entering the event.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our homeschool program: Treasure Hunters! Each month, Ms. Amberly will host a program sure to spark innovation and curiosity in everyone.

This program is strictly for ages 8 to 12. If there are Littles in your group, please come to the Family Place play area to engage in age appropriate distractions while the siblings engage in new skills.
Supplies are limited, so please pick up a ticket from the Children's staff 15mins prior to the program.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for the Mid-gradian adventures of your "stranger" dreams!

Sharpen your creativity, build social interaction and problem solving skills, learn new vocabulary, practice maths, and while you're at it, slay a few dragons.
Come enjoy some tween/teen-centered fantasy role-playing. Participants will take on the roles of wizards and warriors; facing challenges and forging friendships.

This program is best suited for tweens and teens only; ages 11 to 17.
Registration is required. Space is limited.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Come get crafty at the Barbara Bush Branch Library on our Tween Craft Day!

Have some fun creating a different project each month. All materials will be provided.

This program is strictly for ages 8 to 12. If there are Littles in your group, please come to the Family Place play area to engage in age appropriate distractions while the siblings are crafting new creations.
Supplies are limited, so please pick up a ticket from the Children's staff prior to the program.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Struggling in class? Join the personalized peer tutoring group, Learning Lounge, at the Barbara Bush Branch Library!

Each session features a mix of relaxing and engaging activities like puzzles, a creative hands-on project, and a group game to get everyone thinking and laughing. If you'd like extra help with schoolwork, you can sign up for one-on-one tutoring with a friendly peer tutor and head to a separate table for focused support.
Get help from fellow students, explore new topics, and walk away ready to ace your next semester.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Looking for a fun and relaxed space to connect with other homeschoolers? Homeschool HQ is a drop-in program just for kids ages 9–14! Whether you're working on a school project, want to get creative with crafts, or just hang out and chat with friends, we’ve got the supplies and the space. Come by for a laid-back afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, conversation, and community.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Calling all Teens/Tweens join us once a month for our club meeting of Beyond the Panels! 

This month’s theme: Nature (Earthy Vibes). Explore comics and graphic novels that involve nature and make a pressed flower craft.



By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

The Story Guild is a collaborative adventure program for ages 11–14, where participants step into the world of Dungeons & Dragons through fun, guided storytelling.

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Join Michael, the Children’s Librarian, for an afternoon of learning to draw Sonic the Hedgehog, Knuckles or Tails. This is a perfect drawing class for beginners or experienced artist. (Ages 6-12)

By admin, Fri, 08/29/2025 - 01:03

Looking for a fun and relaxed space to connect with other homeschoolers? Homeschool HQ is a drop-in program just for kids ages 9–14! Whether you're working on a school project, want to get creative with crafts, or just hang out and chat with friends, we’ve got the supplies and the space. Come by for a laid-back afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, conversation, and community.