TEEN SERVICES CALENDAR
SUMMER 2021

Summer Reading Trail 2021

(everything you wanted to know but were too afraid to ask)

We know what you're thinking. Summer Reading Games are for kids. Right? But @ Blackstone Library that's not true! Our Summer Reading Trail is open to teens & even adults. Want to really shake things up? Challenge your parents to compete against you! All it takes to sign up is an email address. Each week, we'll email you a different challenge. It might be reading, writing, or even going outside (The light! It burnsss! So wear sunscreen). You pick and choose which challenges you want to complete. For each one you finish, you'll receive a digital ticket in our summer prize drawing. What you might win: gift cards to local businesses including: 

R.J. Julia’s | GZen | Donovan’s Reef | Common Grounds  
Ashley’s Ice Cream | Sweets on Main | Fired Up | Gamestop

Prizes are made possible by the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library.
To sign up and receive your first challenge, click here.

TAG: Teen Advisory Group (Grades 6-12)
1st Thursdays: July 1st & August 5th @ 3:30-4:30pm

All Ages Take & Make
for Adults, Teens & Kids
Last Wednesdays: June 30, July 28, August 25

Our series of Take & Make events was so popular that we're expanding! Now our Take & Make is for all ages: adults, teens & kids! Whether you're young and crafty or just young at heart, this series is for you! On the last Wednesday of each month, Blackstone will drop a nature-themed craft creations through our new crafting resource, CreativeBug. Just stop by the library (while supplies last!) to pick up a Take & Make activity kit. Once you have your supplies, visit the link we've included in your kit to watch a step-by-step instructional video. Crafts can be completed at your leisure--finish them right away or save them for a rainy day! There's no deadlines to meet & there's no sign up required to pick up a kit--just drop in, pick up, take it & make it! Registration is not required and won't reserve you a kit--pick up is first-come, first-served. But if you'd like to receive a reminder email, just sign up here. We'll send out a reminder a few days before our kits are released! Kits are made possible by the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library.

Build Your Own Program:
A Community Service Opportunity
All Summer, By Appointment with the Teen Services Librarian

Is there a subject you’re passionate about? Whether it’s a new technology, a board game, or caring for your pet, if there’s a topic you care about, the library wants you to teach us. This summer, we’re encouraging you to become creators of information rather than just consumers. Partner with the teen librarian to complete a research project over the summer, which culminates in the creation of a video for the library’s YouTube Channel or a live virtual program for children or teens. To get ideas on similar projects, check out any of the “Lyman Hall Presents” programs the library is offering this summer, which were all created by teens like you! This program can be complete virtually at your own pace, but space is limited. Click here to sign up. If the event shows as full, sign up for the waiting list or email Miss Sarah today to snag the next available spot! (teens@blackstonelibrary.org)

Lyman Hall Presents:
Pet Snakes for Beginners
Thursday, July 8th @ 3:30pm

All About Snakes: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to own a pet snake? Join our Teen Services Librarian, Miss Sarah, and a special a guest presenter, Paige from Lyman Hall, to find out! We’ll learn all about various species of pet snakes, their behavior, proper care, and what it takes to become a snake owner. Plus we’ll meet Benny the Ball Python!  Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
The Lifecycle of Baby Ducks
Tuesday, July 20th @ 3:00pm

All About Ducks: Have you ever wondered what the life of a baby duck looks like? Join our Teen Services Librarian, Miss Sarah, and a special guest presenter, Riley from Lyman Hall, to find out! We’ll learn all about ducks and their behavior, and watch ducklings grow from an egg to living their life! The video presentation will be followed by a live Q & A. Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
Unique Animal Careers
Thursday, July 22nd @ 3:30pm

Unique Animal Careers: Do you love animals? Are you considering a career working with them in the future? Join our Teen Services Librarian, Miss Sarah, and a special guest presenter, Shannon from Lyman Hall, to learn more about some of the unique animal career paths that could be open to you, like Venom Milkers and Pet Colorists. Maybe you’ll hear a job that sounds just right for you! Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
Horse Grooming for Beginners
Tuesday, July 27th @ 3:00pm

All About Horses: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to care for a horse? Join Miss Sarah and special guest presenter, Autumn from Lyman Hall High School, to find out! We’ll learn about horse grooming and proper exercise, and meet one of the school’s resident horses, Annie! The video presentation will be followed by a live Q & A. Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
Timber's Story - The Life of a Dog
Thursday, July 29th @ 3:00pm

All About Dogs: Have you ever wondered what life looks like from a dog’s perspective? Join Miss Sarah and special guest presenters, Renee and Olivia from Lyman Hall High School, to find out! We’ll watch a video presentation about Timber’s life, discuss her family tree, and learn what makes having a dog so special. Presentation will be followed by a live Q & A. Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
Pet Mice for Beginners
Thursday, August 12th @ 2:00pm

All About Pet Mice: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to own pet mice? Join Miss Sarah and special guest presenter, Angel from Lyman Hall High School, to find out! We’ll learn all about the requirements for owning pet mice and keeping them happy and safe, including: housing, nutrition, and how mice play! Plus we’ll meet Angel’s pet mice! Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.

Lyman Hall Presents:
Pet Hamsters for Beginners
Thursday, August 12th @ 2:00pm

All About Pet Hamsters: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to own pet hamsters? Join Miss Sarah and special guest presenter, Angel from Lyman Hall High School, to find out! We’ll learn all about the requirements for owning pet hamsters and keeping them happy and safe, including: housing, nutrition, and how mice play! Plus we’ll meet Angel’s pet hamsters! Registration is required to receive a meeting link. Open to all ages.