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.
Get ready!! Summer Reading Begins June 9th!!
Summer Reading Kick-Off will be Monday, June 9th from 12-3 PM at the Marion Library!
Join us at the Marion Library as we kick off our Summer Reading Program with the theme “Color Our World”! Sign up for summer reading, enjoy fun activities for all ages, and connect with some of our local community partners. Don’t miss a magical performance by B-Rad the Magician from 1-2 PM. Bring the whole family and help us start the summer with a little magic and lots of fun!
-Don’t miss the magical fun with B–Rad the Magician performing from 1-2 PM!!
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Teen D&D/ D&D para adolescentes
Tuesday, June 9| 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: DIY Bowtruckles/ Bowtruckles caseros
Thursday, June 11th| 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Unearth a little magic this summer by creating your own Bowtruckle inspired by Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them! Teens will use craft supplies to build these tiny magical tree creatures while hanging out with fellow wizarding world fans.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Minecraft Crafter’s Choice/La elección del artesano de Minecraft
Monday, June 15th| 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Calling all Minecraft fans! Teens can choose from several different Minecraft-inspired crafts and create their favorite blocky designs to take home. Come hang out and enjoy an afternnon of Minecraft-themed fun!
¡Llamando a todos los fans de Minecraft! Los adolescentes pueden elegir entre varias opciones diferentes. Manualidades inspiradas en Minecraft y crea sus favoritas Diseños con bloques para llevar a casa. ¡Ven a pasar un buen rato y disfruta de una tarde de diversión con temática de Minecraft!
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Ancient Amulets/Amuletos antiguos
Tuesday, June 16th| 5-7 PM | Old Fort Library
Create your own mystical cabochon pendant! Is it magical? Is it cursed? Up to you!
¡Crea tu propio colgante místico con una piedra de cabujón! ¿Es mágico? ¿Tiene una maldición? ¡Tú decides!
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Adopt-A-Critter/Adopta una criatura
Thursday, June 18th| 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Adopt-a-Critter! Teens will create their own tiny critter using air-dry clay, then tuck it into a cozy critter box to take home.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Aaron Douglas Landscapes/Paisajes de Aaron Douglas
Thursday, June 25th| 4-5 PM | Marion Library
Teens will learn about African-American artist Aaron Douglas who was a leader in the Harlem Renaissance school of painting, and one of the first artists to document the history of the African-American experience through visual art. He is known as “the father of African American Art”. Teens will create their own Landscapes inspired by his work.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Intro to Genealogy
Friday, June 26th| 3 PM | Marion Library
An exciting beginner’s guide to jumping into genealogy! We’ll explore the best ways to get started, amazing resources both online and right here in the library, how a librarian can help with your research, and ways to keep your discoveries organized.
Teen Time/Adolescentes: Bronze-Age Bookbinding
Tuesday, June 30th| 5 PM | Old Fort Library
Bind your own journal and weather it into an authentic artifact!
Perfect for recording your adventures, sketching dinosaurs you’ve spotted, or just writing down your thoughts.
All Ages!/ Todas las Edades!
Old Fort Trails and Trains
Saturday, June 6th| 10 AM | Old Fort Train Depot
Come celebrate the rich history of our Blue Ridge Mountain community by focusing on its pathways and connections through the town’s notable railroad and Pisgah National Forest history. Also catch us at the Rails and Rhythms Bluegrass Festival afterwards at 5:30 PM!
Family Beach Day
Saturday, June 13th| 10 AM |Paddy’s Creek (Lake James State Park)
Come out for a day of community and relaxation at Lake James State Park as the Barefoot Baby Foundation and CULA host a beach day event that is free for all!
Juneteenth Freedom Festival
Saturday, June 20th| 4 PM |West Marion Community Park (Addie’s Chapel)
Juneteenth is a powerful holiday commemorating the Emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. West Marion Inc. is hosting their 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, taking place June 18th–21st. These events will honor this historic day, uplift our community, and engage individuals of all ages.
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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