Teens

Group of four teens, three girls and two boys, sitting together and having a discussion

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tiny Art Index Card Contest

All Day 4/1–4/30
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create an artwork on a standard 3 inch by 5 inch index card. Stop by the Adult Services desk to pick up an entry form. Index cards and art supplies will be available by the Adult Services Desk, or create your index card artwork at home.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENS: TAG (Teen Advisory Group)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your space and earn volunteer hours! At TAG meetings, you will develop ideas to improve teen services, spaces, and collections. You'll also help create teen programs and participate in charitable initiatives.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Lights, Camera, Story!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Spring Into Fun

4:00pm–5:15pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

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Library Passport

All Day 4/19–4/25
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ongoing / Continuous
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous
Event Details:

For all ages. Celebrate National Library Week by exploring your library!

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Teen News

April Take & Make

Teens are invited to grab this month’s Teen Take & Make and get a little messy for a great cause! Our featured craft is a wildflower seed bomb.

Calling all Adventurerers!

The Dungeons & Dragons Club is looking for new players.

Book Bag Registration is open!

Sign up for our Teen Book Bag! After you register, you will receive an email with a reading preferences survey. Each Teen Book Bag will contain a book as well as other goodies!

Learn & Discover

Take Our Reading Challenge!

Are you an ambitious reader? Get involved in the state book awards process by participating in a yearlong teen reading challenge. Read books, earn prizes, and cast your vote. Pick up a log at the Library or sign up online at READsquared.

If you’re stuck and looking for something to read, have a look at our genre guides and booklists to find your next hot read!