Teen Programs/Events for Both Marion and Old Fort Library
Welcome to the Teen Page where you’ll find upcoming events, programs, and resources for youth in Middle and High School age groups.
To see a full list of programs for all ages, check out our Program Calendar.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Teen D&D/ D&D para adolescentes
Tuesday, October 6, October 13, October 27 | 5-7 PM | Old Fort Library
Come join up for the next adventure at our weekly D&D club! Beginners are always welcome, and the group is level 5. This program is made possible by donations from community members and our friends at MagiKids.
¡Sumérgete en los inmundos misterios de los Pantanos Willowdim en nuestro club semanal de D&D! Los principiantes son siempre bienvenidos y el grupo es de nivel 4. Este programa es posible gracias a las donaciones de los miembros de la comunidad y nuestros amigos de MagiKids.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Halloween Scenes/ Escenas de Halloween
Thursday, October 1 | 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Get creative this Halloween! Teens can make their own spooky Halloween scenes and bring their ideas to life. Come hang out, get crafty, and create a fun Halloween decoration to take home. All supplies provided.
¡Deja volar tu creatividad este Halloween! Los adolescentes pueden crear sus propias escenas terroríficas y dar vida a sus ideas. Ven a divertirte, a dar rienda suelta a tu creatividad y a crear una divertida decoración de Halloween para llevarte a casa. Todos los materiales están incluidos.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Paint A Pumpkin/ Pinta una calabaza
Thursday, October 15 | 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Calling all middle and high school artists! Grab a brush and let your creativity run wild by painting a ceramic pumpkin!
¡Atención, jóvenes artistas de secundaria y preparatoria! ¡Tomen un pincel y dejen volar su creatividad pintando una calabaza de cerámica!
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Spirit Photography/ Fotografía espiritual
Thursday, October 20 | 5-7 PM | Old Fort Library
Capture some ghostly images using the same techniques as people used in the 1800’s! We’ll learn about double-exposures, and then some more modern digital compositing options including Photoshop and some free alternatives.
¡Captura imágenes fantasmales usando las mismas técnicas que se utilizaban en el siglo XIX! Aprenderemos sobre la doble exposición y algunas opciones de composición digital más modernas, incluyendo Photoshop y algunas alternativas gratuitas.
Stringed Instrument Learn & Jam/Aprende y toca instrumentos de cuerda
Saturday, October 1 and October 17 | 1-3 PM | Old Fort Library
Come learn some basics on how to play stringed instruments in a low-pressure environment, or just share and jam out with other musicians! We’re focusing on guitar, but if you have a ukulele, mandolin, or dulcimer, we can help you out!
Some instruments provided, but bring yours if you have one!
Ven a aprender lo básico sobre cómo tocar instrumentos de cuerda en un ambiente relajado, o simplemente comparte y disfruta con otros músicos. Nos centramos en la guitarra, pero si tienes un ukelele, una mandolina o un dulcémele, ¡podemos ayudarte!
Se proporcionan algunos instrumentos, ¡pero trae el tuyo si tienes uno!
Do you know about our StudentAccess Program?
All students enrolled in a public school for the current school year, as of September 20th, can use their Student ID number.
StudentAccess allows students access to:
- Check out up to 10 books or audiobooks at a time. No late fines!
- ACT/SAT Prep
- Live Tutors online
- eBooks and Audio Books
Test Prep Resources for the ACT and SAT
Explore the LearningExpress Library from EBSCO to improve your test scores for the SAT and ACT. Use your library card or Student ID to get access.
- Authentic practice tests
- Test-taking strategies and tips
- Interactive tutorials with full-length pre-tests, unit quizzes and post-tests
- Essay practice with sample essays, annotations and scoring guides
- Detailed answer explanations
- Simulated test options designed to mimic test-day conditions
- Personalized study plans identifying strengths and areas that need further practice and review
- Diagnostic score reports
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