Teen Programs
ALL-STAR READERS with PAWS TO READ
Mondays from 6:30-7:15 p.m.
June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22
All-Star Readers pairs students in grades 1-3 with volunteers who meet once a week at the Library to practice reading, play reading games, and choose books to take home. Registration is required. If you have a child who could benefit from this program or you would like to volunteer, call the Library.
BLAST OFF WITH READING!
Tuesdays from 11:15 p.m.-12:00 p.m.
June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16
This 45-minute reading program is for students in Kindergarten. Students will be paired with a pre-teen, teen, or adult volunteer. Each session will incorporate read alouds, games, and practice of various reading skills including comprehension, letter sounds, sight words, and more. Students do not need to be able to read to participate. Please contact the Library if you would like to volunteer for this program as well. Registration is requested.
JUNE:
LEARN TO PLAY CHESS
June 17, 18, 19, 20 / 12:00-2:00 p.m.
(Monday through Thursday)
Did you ever want to learn how to play chess? Learn the rules of the game from Paul Sherwood. Each session builds upon the previous. (Ages 8-12)
TWEEN/TEEN PROGRAM: Rock Candy
Wednesday, June 19 / 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Creative, fun-filled programs featuring crafts, games, and more! (Ages 5-10 years)
SHAKE, RATTLE, & READ: A SENSORY STORYTIME EXPERIENCE
Saturday, June 22 / 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Pediatric Therapy Department will present a sensory storytime experience. A parent or other adult is asked to attend. (Ages 3-6)
TWEEN/TEEN PROGRAM: Bleach Pen Artwork
Wednesday, June 26 / 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Creative, fun-filled programs featuring crafts, games, and more! (Ages 5-10 years)
FAMILY GARDENING WITH FARMER JONES
Wednesday, June 26 / 6:30 p.m.
Farmer Lee Jones, co-owner of The Chef’s Garden family farm in Huron, will inspire you to experience the delicious rewards of vegetable gardening. Farmer Jones will help prepare you to grow your own food as a family. He will share tips about planning a sustainable garden - achievable in even the smallest space - and send you home with a seedling to get you started. Farmer Jones’ farm supplies chefs all over the world, and he’s been featured on Food Network shows like Iron Chef: America and
Restaurant: Impossible.
JULY:
TWEEN/TEEN PROGRAM: Pet Rock Training
Wednesday, July 3/ 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Creative, fun-filled programs featuring crafts, games, and more! (Ages 5-10 years)
TWEEN/TEEN PROGRAM: Bristle Bugs
Wednesday, July 10 / 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Creative, fun-filled programs featuring crafts, games, and more! (Ages 5-10 years)
TWEEN/TEEN PROGRAM: Eco Battery Vehicles
Wednesday, July 17 / 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Creative, fun-filled programs featuring crafts, games, and more! (Ages 5-10 years)
FAMILY MOVIE: ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH
Wednesday, July 17 / 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a free family movie. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (PG, Rainmaker Entertainment, 2013; 89 mins.)
AUGUST:
MOVIE ON THE GREEN: OZ, THE GREAT AND POWERFUL
Thursday, August 1/ movie begins at dusk.
After Art Walk Sandusky, bring your blanket and snacks and join us for a movie under the stars on the Erie County Courthouse lawn. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (PG, Dreamworks, 2013, 91 mins.)
FAMILY MOVIE: THE CROODS
Wednesday, August 14 / 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a free family movie. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (PG, DreamWorks, 2013; 98 mins.)
SEPTEMBER:
FAMILY MOVIE: SUPER BUDDIES
Wednesday, September 18 / 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a free family movie. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (G, Disney, 2013; 88 mins.)
JOIN THE LIBRARY'S TEEN LIBRARY CORPS (TLC)
Give back a little “TLC” to your Library and the community by joining the Library’s Teen Library Corps. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available for 13-18 year olds.
Why should you join?
- Gain real life experience
- Give back to your community
- Build leadership skills
- Become a team member
- Earn community service hours for school and scholarships, plus it looks good on college applications
- Meet new people
- Get a free t-shirt (provided by the Sandusky Club of Black Business and Professional Women)
If you are interested in joining, stop by the Reader’s Advisory Desk for an application or CLICK HERE for an online application. Once your application is accepted, you will be contacted to attend a TLC volunteer training workshop.
