NEW COLLECTION!
What is Paranormal Fiction?
It’s a sub-genre of Fantasy that includes stories about mystical creatures (witches, werewolves, vampires, ghosts, etc.) set in a world very similar to our own. The supernatural components defy scientific explanation.
Sounds like Fantasy, what’s the difference?
Fantasy worlds often look nothing like the world we live in, and include creatures such as fairies, ogres, elves, dragons and more. Our collection also includes Science Fiction and fairy tale retellings.
Battle of the Tropes
January-March
Check out the book display in the Teen Library! We’ll be voting on which YA book trope we like the most.
What’s a trope? It’s a significant or recurring theme or motif in YA novels. Fake dating or enemies-to-lovers are popular examples.
Be sure to drop your vote into the ballot box included with the book display. Vote as many times as you’d like, but please keep it to once per day. Voting ends Saturday March 29th, and the winner will be announced Monday March 31st.The winning trope will be highlighted for the month of April.
Will your favorite win?
B.Y.O.Book Club
1st Thursday of each month, 3-4pm
1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 4/3, 5/1, 3-4pm
Not your typical book club! Bring whatever book you’re currently reading, and join Kristen once a month for silent reading as a group, then a discussion about each book! Do you love it or hate it? Would you recommend it to a friend? A great way to set aside time for required school reading. Registration encouraged, but not required.
Questions? Email Kristen at kslepecki@durhamlibrary.org
Teen Art Kits
Love doing art, but have a hard time getting to the library for our scheduled programs? We’ve got you!
Each month we’ll have a new art kit filled with the instructions and supplies you’ll need to create a beautiful piece of art! Come any time on the designated week to pick up your kit, and do your art whenever you have the time.
For teens entering grades 6-12.
Registration is required for each project and opens 2 weeks before pick up.
Cozy Crafts: Crochet 101
January 7th 5-6:30pm
Join Miss Kristen for an introductory lesson in crochet!
We’ll be going over the basics and making a simple coaster. This program is designed for BEGINNERS (those that have never crocheted before, have attempted to learn and need some guidance, or haven’t picked it up in a very long time).
Registration is required, for teens in grades 6+
Email Kristen with any questions! kslepecki@durhamlibrary.org
Teen Trivia Night
Wednesday February 15th, 6-7pm
Test your knowledge and win some prizes! Join Miss Kristen for trivia, food and prizes. Trivia will be on various topics, so everyone is welcome!
For teens in grades 6+ only.
Registration is required.
Teen Cocoa & Crafts
January 29th, February 26th, March 26th, 5-6pm
Teens in grades 6 and up can join Miss Kristen on the last Wednesday of each month (January-March) for cocoa, crafts, and chit-chat.
Registration is required for EACH CLASS
Harry Potter Jewelry Making
February 5th, 5-7pm
Show off your HP love with some custom jewelry!
Join Miss Kristen in making wire rings and house bracelets. All materials will be provided.
Registration required.
For teens in grades 6-12 only.
Special Edition Book Box
February 24th-March 1st
Love fantasy novels AND supporting local authors? This program is for you! In celebration of David Decker’s debut YA novel, we’re offering a very special edition of our Teen Book Box! We’ll gift you a signed copy of Kyra of the North for you to keep along with some swag and candy.
Since turning seventeen, Kyra has become restless and wants to experience more than just their home and the fields around it. She wants to experience the city and the people within it. As her world opens up, Kyra learns of a dark secret about herself that forever changes her life and forces her to figure out her place in the world.
*For local teens in grades 6-12 only. Book Boxes will be available for pick up at the library for this week only. Any boxes not picked up during that time will be forfeited, and given to the next registrant on the list.
**This is a *separate* program from our regular Book Box- so if you’re already registered for the regular monthly one, and would like to participate in this you must REGISTER for this one.
***There is an opportunity for Community Service Hours included in this program. For more information please reach out to Kristen at kslepecki@durhamlibrary.org
Teen Bingo Night
Tuesday March 4th, 5-6pm
Play bingo and win some prizes!
Join Miss Kristen for a simple game of bingo, food and prizes.
For teens in grades 6+ only.
Registration is required.
Teen Half Day Hangout
March 13th 11:30a-2p
Come hang out at the library after your early dismissal on Thursday March 13th!
We’ll have snacks, games, activities, crafts, and the Nintendo Switch will be available for use in the Teen Library.
For grades 6-12 only, please.
No registration is required, just stop by!
Teen Book Box
Fill out the updated form (https://tinyurl.com/DPLTBB ) to receive a monthly Teen Book Box from the Durham Public Library.
(If you leave the optional questions blank we will just surprise you with a pick)
Inside you’ll find;
- YA title checked-out to you
- Surprise(s)
- Candy
- A Sticker
We will email you when your box is ready. Stop by the front desk to pick up your box. When you are finished simply return the book (and the box if you’d like to help us recycle). You may keep the rest of the items in your box!
You will be notified when each month’s Teen Book Box is ready for you. You will have one week to come and pick up your box.
Books will be checked out to you for two months, however, in order to receive the next month’s box you MUST have returned the book to the library!
Miss a month? That’s ok we will be in touch again the following month. If you miss two pick-ups in a row we will just remove you from our list. You are welcome to register again if you want to re-join the program.
Make & Take Crafts
Stop by the teen library each month to make a new craft!
Feel free to leave your creations behind on the craft cart to be displayed around the teen library!
All materials will be provided, while supplies last!
No registration required.
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