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Teen Events
October 17, 2018
10:00am - 10:45am
**THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED**
Homeschoolers Book Group (Ages 11 and up)
October Book: Closed for the Season by Mary Downing Hahn
Time: 10-10:45am
Dates: 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24
Each meeting in October, we will be... Read more
Audience: Kids, Teen
October 17, 2018
4:00pm - 6:00pm
"Every October, artists all over the world take on the Inktober drawing challenge by doing one ink drawing a day the entire month.
Everyone can participate, just pick up a pen and start drawing," says the original creator of the monthly drawing practice, Jake Parker. Find... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 17, 2018
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 18, 2018
5:30pm - 7:30pm
All ages and experience levels are welcome. All you need is a desire to learn more about the game of chess. Chess sets and roll up boards will be provided.
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
October 18, 2018
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Come play Cribbage in a fun and relaxed environment. Welcome to all ages!
The library has some boards but please bring one if you can!
Registration is NOT required beforehand. Contact Melanie at mdesantis@westerlylibrary.org with any questions... Read more
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
October 19, 2018
4:00pm - 5:45pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 20, 2018
10:00am - 2:00pm
Stop by the Makerspace for help making and sewing your Halloween costume!
Bring in your in-process costumes along with any fabric or supplies specific to your costume. We have glue guns, an iron, rulers, large tables, and scissors. There will be 2 sewing machines set up, as well.
Open to... Read more
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
October 20, 2018
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to play dungeons and dragons! We will explain all the rules and play through a long-running adventure story. All game pieces will be included; all you need to bring is a willingness to learn and play!
Spots are Limited.
Event Category: Teen
Event Locations: Teen Room, Makerspace
Some... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 23, 2018
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us to discuss our next radical read, Darius the Great is Not Okay by Adib Khorram.
From Goodreads: "Darius doesn't think he'll ever be enough, in America or in Iran. Hilarious and... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 23, 2018
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meditation group--all ages and experience levels are welcome!
Join us in the Terrace Room of the Westerly Library on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 6:45 pm.
Audience: Adult, Teen
October 24, 2018
10:00am - 10:45am
**THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED**
Homeschoolers Book Group (Ages 11 and up)
October Book: Closed for the Season by Mary Downing Hahn
Time: 10-10:45am
Dates: 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24
Each meeting in October, we will be... Read more
Audience: Kids, Teen
October 24, 2018
4:00pm - 6:00pm
"Every October, artists all over the world take on the Inktober drawing challenge by doing one ink drawing a day the entire month.
Everyone can participate, just pick up a pen and start drawing," says the original creator of the monthly drawing practice, Jake Parker. Find... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 24, 2018
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 25, 2018
3:30pm - 5:30pm
It's back after our summer and rug hiatus! Join us for teen anime. We'll have drawing supplies, perler beads, and more! Everyone who shows up can vote on the anime we watch.
We'll also be snacking on pocky while watching anime. See you there!
Audience: Teen
October 25, 2018
5:30pm - 7:30pm
All ages and experience levels are welcome. All you need is a desire to learn more about the game of chess. Chess sets and roll up boards will be provided.
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
October 25, 2018
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Welcoming all ages and experience! Stop by the Makerspace to play or learn the venerable game of whist in a fun and relaxed environment. No supplies are necessary.
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
October 26, 2018
4:00pm - 5:45pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 26, 2018
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Help us shape the future of the Teen Space! We want to hear your ideas about the library and the world. Have a skill or hobby you want to share with other teens? Need a space to do something you can't elsewhere? Pitch new program ideas, suggest new additions to our collection, and earn... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 27, 2018
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to play dungeons and dragons! We will explain all the rules and play through a long-running adventure story. All game pieces will be included; all you need to bring is a willingness to learn and play!
Spots are Limited.
Event Category: Teen
Event Locations: Teen Room, Makerspace
Some... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 29, 2018
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Making has become something of a modern slogan, as the artisian and fabricator begins to find their place in our society again.
If you've every been interested in joining the maker movement, stop by the library and get a chance to familiarize yourself with the tools and equipment in our Makerspace... Read more
Audience: Adult, Teen
October 30, 2018
3:30pm - 4:30pm
This is a discussion and support group for teens 12-18 about LGBTQ+ stories and issues in books, movies, TV shows, and more. This group will foster discussion, the sharing of stories, and a sense of community for those who identify as LGBTQ+, questioning, or their allies in a welcoming, inclusive,... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 31, 2018
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for our 5th Annual Kids Halloween Party, outside on the Esplanade (to the right of the Library, by the Columbus Statue), for some carnival style fun for kids of all ages. Drop in anytime in between 4 and 6pm for some games and temporary tattoo booth!
Audience: Kids, Teen
October 31, 2018
4:00pm - 6:00pm
"Every October, artists all over the world take on the Inktober drawing challenge by doing one ink drawing a day the entire month.
Everyone can participate, just pick up a pen and start drawing," says the original creator of the monthly drawing practice, Jake Parker. Find... Read more
Audience: Teen
October 31, 2018
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
November 01, 2018
5:30pm - 7:30pm
All ages and experience levels are welcome. All you need is a desire to learn more about the game of chess. Chess sets and roll up boards will be provided.
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
November 02, 2018
4:00pm - 5:45pm
Come join us at robotics practice! We are a group of 7th-12th graders who meet at the library once or twice a week. Activities include designing robots, building them, programming them, driving them, strategizing, keeping records, and 3D design. If you are interested in STEM, or want to build a... Read more
Audience: Teen
November 02, 2018
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Help us shape the future of the Teen Space! We want to hear your ideas about the library and the world. Have a skill or hobby you want to share with other teens? Need a space to do something you can't elsewhere? Pitch new program ideas, suggest new additions to our collection, and earn... Read more
Audience: Teen
November 03, 2018
10:00am - 1:00pm
Author Read Aloud Schedule
10:05: Tara Williams- Angel Friends
10:20: Dana Garbardella- Grandma’s House and Mama Bear’s Magic
10:35: Rick Billings- Melba Blue
10:50: Mark Perry... Read more
Audience: Adult, Kids, Teen
November 03, 2018
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to play dungeons and dragons! We will explain all the rules and play through a long-running adventure story. All game pieces will be included; all you need to bring is a willingness to learn and play!
Spots are Limited.
Event Category: Teen
Event Locations: Teen Room, Makerspace
Some... Read more
Audience: Teen
November 06, 2018
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meditation group--all ages and experience levels are welcome!
Join us in the Terrace Room of the Westerly Library on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 6:45 pm.
Audience: Adult, Teen