Teen Programs & Events

Kyra of the North Book Launch

Join us on Saturday November 16th from 11am-1pm, for a Meet & Greet with David Decker, author of Kyra of the North to celebrate it’s release!

David Decker is a local author, and Kyra of the North is his debut novel! 

Register before November 11th to reserve a SIGNED copy to purchase!

Kyra of the North is a YA Fantasy novel written for ages 13+.

Refreshments will be served, and books will be available for purchase in the Teen Library.

Register HERE to reserve a signed copy!

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.

B.Y.O.Book Club

Thursday November 7th, 3-4pm

11/07, 12/05, 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.

November 18th-23rd: Coffee Filter Leaves

Teen Test Kitchen: Hot Cocoa

Tuesday November 19th, 6-7pm

Join Miss Kristen in making your own Hot Cocoa Mix!

We’ll be making the base mix together, and you’ll create your individual flavor profile with a variety of mix-ins. When we’re finished we’ll test our creations! Give your finished product as a gift, or keep for yourself!

Registration required beginning November 5th.

For teens in grades 6 & Up.

Teen Test Kitchen: Register HERE

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.