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Upcoming Teen Events

Are You Ready to Dig Into Reading This Summer?

Squirrel On A Pile of Books, Reading

Coming soon to the Vigo County Public Library, Summer Reading Club! This year, our kids will Dig into Reading, while our teens will explore Beneath the Surface. Either way, we have the books that they want, and the programs they will talk about all summer. Check out all of our summer activities at www.vigo.lib.in.us/yp/summer!

 

Teen Volunteer Information Nights

Volunteer Pinned to a Corkboard





Teens going into grades 7-12 next fall and interested in volunteering at the library this summer should attend this information session or the one on May 23 with a parent to learn more about VCPL’s Teen Volunteer program and opportunities. Call Young People's Department at 232-1115 for information.

VCPL Chess Club

Moving A Chess Piece




Learn how to play chess or test your skills in a game with an experienced chess player! The VCPL Chess Club is open to young people of all ages and skill levels. It meets twice a month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and is led by Justin and Erin McAdams. No registration is required. Call Youth Services for more information at 232-1115. Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

Teen Beach Bash!

Various Beach Supplies





Find shells, and make picture frames and giant tropical flowers. Strategize with your friends about how to survive on a deserted island, and watch out for that shark! Call 812–232–1115 to register.

Summer Reading is sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

VCPL Chess Club

Moving A Chess Piece




Learn how to play chess or test your skills in a game with an experienced chess player! The Chess Club is open to young people of all ages and skill levels. It meets twice a month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and is led by Just McAdams. No registration is required. Call Youth Services for more information at 232-1115.

Gaming Fun for Family and Teens

Boy With Video Game Controller





Families and teens are invited to stop in anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to play board games or video games for Wii, PlayStation 3, and XBox 360. Adults are requested to participate with their children under age 11. No registration is required. Call 232–1115 for information.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

Tye Dye 'Til You Drop!

Teenager with Tye Dye Peace Sign T-Shirt





Bring a clean shirt, pillowcase, bandana, pair of socks, or anything else you can think of, and tye-dye it up! Make and take other colorful crafts, too. Make sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting dye or paint on. Call 812–232–1115 to register.

Summer Reading is sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

Japan: Beneath the Surface

Illustration of Japanese Buildings





Take a vacation to Japan, or at least learn about the Japanese arts! Make origami, kanji calligraphy, and your own manga! Sing some karaoke and make your own candy sushi. Call 812–232–1115 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

Summer Reading is sponsored by the Friends of the Vigo County Public Library.

VCPL Chess Club

Moving A Chess Piece




Learn how to play chess or test your skills in a game with an experienced chess player! The Chess Club is open to young people of all ages and skill levels. It meets twice a month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and is led by JUSTIN MCADAMS. No registration is required. Call Youth Services for more information, 232-1115.