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This event is in the "Teen" group

Jennifer Palmer: Windowsill Herb Garden

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bon Air
Library Branch: Bon Air
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Start a windowsill herb garden.  In this workshop you will decorate a recycled container to start your seedlings in. Jennifer will discuss the basics of starting seeds and how to care for your indoor herb plants. Limit 15.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A weekly event for teens to hang out, enjoy snacks, play games, and other fun activities! Ages 12-18

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Iroquois
Library Branch: Iroquois
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Opportunities featuring art, gaming, books and food for middle and high school students.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Maker Lab Open Hours

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours. All patrons must have completed the online Maker 101 training and have a LFPL library card in good standing before using equipment.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Art Club

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & DIY
Event Details:

Join us as we envision and create! Different mediums will be explored every month, including painting, collaging, clay sculpting, and more!
Ages 10-19.

This event is in the "Teen" group

4-H Cooking Program

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us as the UK Cooperative Extension introduces culinary basics focusing on cooking terms, food cutting skills, and kitchen safety. Participants will also follow a recipe to prepare their own meal. Ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Voices & Vibes with The Book Works

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Teen
Event Details:

Join The Book Works for Voices & Vibes, where middle and high school students express themselves though workshops, discussions and collaborative art projects that promote literacy, build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

WAGS: Read with a Dog

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Event Details:

Come spend time and read with a therapy dog from WAGS- Wonderful Animals Giving Service. 

Ages 0-19.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Cafe

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northeast Regional
Library Branch: Northeast Regional
Age Group: Teen
Event Details:

Come and enjoy the hot drinks, cozy atmosphere, and study spaces in Northeast Regional Public Library’s Teen Café! Take a break to enjoy a craft, game, or other relaxing activity.  Ages 12-18 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Time

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Western
Library Branch: Western
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Join us at Western for our weekly Teen Time meet-up! We will be engaging in a new activity each week, including arts & crafts, STEM, music, or games.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Northeast Regional
Library Branch: Northeast Regional
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Ready for adventure, merriment, and treasure? Test your skills in a game that has something for everyone. Go on a quest, develop a character or a realm.

This event is in the "Teen" group

The Teen Scene

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Parkland
Library Branch: Parkland
Age Group: Teen
Event Details:

Join us weekly at Parkland to hang out at the Teen Scene, where hanging out is what we do best! Each week, we will be participating in a new activity that is art, STEM, or recreation-based. For middle and high school students.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Homeschool High School Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northeast Regional
Library Branch: Northeast Regional
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Discussion Groups
Event Details:

Calling all homeschool high schoolers! Join us for a teen-led book club. You and your fellow members choose the books.  It’s your choice, your voice, and your space to talk books.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Outpost Cafe

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: Teen
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Outpost for a relaxing and peaceful environment to focus on your cozy hobbies. Outpost Café provides a soothing ambiance, along with warm beverages and pastries for a delightful coffeehouse experience.
Ages 10-19.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Lounge

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Iroquois
Library Branch: Iroquois
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Enjoy teen space with the art cart and board games. Middle and high school students.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Origami Bookmarks

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Mark your place with your own cute creation! Attendees will learn how to make origami bookmarks with custom decorations. 

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Allergy-Friendly, Award-Winning Sweet Potato Curry Gravy and Sourdough Biscuits

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northeast Regional
Library Branch: Northeast Regional
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Gardening
Event Details:

Join our Chef In Residence, known as The Allergy Dragon, to learn how to make her award-winning Sweet Potato Curry Gravy and Sourdough Biscuits! Award-winning, even without gluten, wheat, dairy, egg, nuts, soy, sesame, or animal by-products.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Crescent Hill
Library Branch: Crescent Hill
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for an exploration of the game of Chess. We'll build knowledge together with a variety of resources and tons of casual play. Registration requested, contact noah.park@lfpl.org.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Maker Lab Open Hours

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours. All patrons must have completed the online Maker 101 training and have a LFPL library card in good standing before using equipment.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Experts Adventure Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come join us for dice-rolling adventures in the world of fantasy, with more complex rules systems and intricate plotlines. This program is designed for those who are familiar with tabletop RPGs, especially Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition (2014).

This event is in the "Teen" group
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & DIY
Event Details:

Join fiber artist, Briana Frederick, to learn about patching, mending, and adding pockets to garments. Bring scraps, old and worn shirts, pocketless cardigans, or whatever garment you want to renew or make into patches or pockets.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Tabletop Gaming

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Outpost for tabletop gaming! Put down that controller and join us for a fun afternoon of games. We offer a variety of board games, cards, chess, as well as supplies for your own Dungeons and Dragons campaign. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Middletown
Library Branch: Middletown
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in learning a new craft such as crochet, embroidery, using a loom, or relax in a welcoming setting, bringing a craft to share.