AUBURN — Each month the Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. offers a variety of activities for teens and tweens at the library. The November schedule includes the following:
Tweens in the Teen Space, Wednesdays, Nov. 15 and 29, from noon to 2 pm. — On half-day Wednesdays, sixth-graders are invited to visit the Teen Space on the second floor. Come by and get a head start on homework; crafts or board games will be available (Just ask.), or simply hang out in a safe and educational environment.
Tech Talk Tuesdays, Tuesday, Nov. 14, 4 to 5 p.m. — Visit the Teen Space on a selected Tuesday each month to enjoy a healthy after school snack and share some conversation about technology. Has having a device made your life easier? Has it changed the way you interact with your friends? Do you have an app that has made your life easier? Come share your thoughts on all things technology! This program is for teens, ages 12-18.
Gaming Hour, Wednesdays, Nov. 15 and 29, 4 to 5 p.m. — Take a break from studying and stop by the Androscoggin Room on the lower level for video games and snacks. The library offers XBox and Wii and a small collection of games. Teens are welcome to bring their favorites, but only those rated T and E. Just for teens, ages 12 18, this program was made possible by donations from the P&G Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation and the law firm of Norman, Hanson & DeTroy.
Homework Help for Teens, Thursdays, Nov. 16 and 30, 2:30 to 4 p.m. — Homework Help is back again this year. Stop by the Teen Space Thursdays between 2:30 and 4 p.m. for help in any subject. This program is just for teens in grades 7-12, and will include a healthy snack. During this time, the Teen Space is reserved for those either getting a start on their homework or seeking help from the available tutor. Teens coming to hang out are asked to come after 4 p.m.
STEM for Teens, “Incredible Wearables,” Tuesday, Nov. 21, 3 to 4 p.m. — Join Maisy Cyr of 4H and discover how to use science, technology and math outside of the classroom. We may dabble in food science, animal science, simple machinery and technology, or just make some crazy creations. All you need to bring are some big ideas and an open mind. This program is just for teens, ages 12-18.
Matinee Movie: Friday Night Lights (PG-13), Wednesday, Nov. 22, 3 to 5 p.m. — Meet in the Community Room one afternoon a month for a movie. Our feature this month has football as its theme. This program will include a snack and, due to the PG-13 rating, is for teens ages 13-18.
Safe Voices Drop-In, Tuesday, Nov. 28, 3 to 4 p.m. — This is an opportunity to meet Whitney from Safe Voices. Each month, she will visit the Teen Space to chat about relationships and work on projects. Have a topic you’d like to discuss? Let us know. This program is just for teens, ages 12-18.