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Programs for Tweens & Teens
October Programs
Warhammer 40K Club – Tuesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 @ 5:30 – 7:45. Introduce yourself to the captivating world of Warhammer 40k in our library club! Come learn how to paint miniature figures, strategize, and engage in thrilling tabletop battles with guidance from a longtime 40k player. It’s a fun, imaginative, and social experience that builds critical thinking. Sign up now for interplanetary adventures! No previous Warhammer experience necessary. All materials will be provided. This program is open to grades 7-12. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Essential Tools for Handling Tough Situations – Wednesday, October 2 @ 5:30 – 6:30. Join us for a relaxing afternoon with behavior wellness coach Mary Dominguez! Come chit chat about personal wellness while enjoying a fun makerspace activity! Our discussion will include developing tools for relating to difficulties, healthy coping strategies, and communicating with others. Don’t miss this special program! This program is open to ages 12 – 17. Registration is required for this program.
Introduction to Babysitting With Amanda Lisk – Saturday, October 5 @ 10:00 – 1:00. Babysitters have the responsibility of caring for children and making important decisions while they are in charge. Parents entrust their child with the babysitter, therefore, it is crucial he or she knows the basics of child care. In this introduction to babysitting course, participants will learn interviewing tips, communication skills, ages and stages of young babies and toddlers, safety and first aid tips, and feeding and caring for children, including diaper changing. A simple test will be administered at the completion of the course and certificates of completion will be distributed. Please bring pencil and paper with you to the class, as well as a snack for breaktime. This course is open to ages 12 – 17. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall – Tuesday, October 22 @ 7:00 – 8:00. We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families of juniors, sophomores and freshmen understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate the recent changes. We will discuss current college admissions trends, admissions strategies, the changing test-optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make this fall productive and help reduce the stress around the college admissions process. We’ll examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when they review applicants, and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission. We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for meaningful experiences, personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character. Admissions officers place great emphasis on a student’s character and how the student has been able to give back and help others. This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process. The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com). Registration is required for the Zoom link. Click here to register.
Spooky Needle Felting With Katie Stevenson – Thursday, October 24 @ 4:30 – 6:00. Come create delightfully spooky creatures during this special program run by Katie Stevenson! You say you’ve never needle felted before? No worries, Katie can show you how to turn loose colored wool into fun wooly sculptures using a special needle and your imagination. This program is open to ages 12 – 17. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Newtown Allies For Change Youth Group – Saturday, October 26 @ 11:00 – 12:00. Attention 5th – 8th graders interested in making our community kinder and more inclusive! Join the Newtown Allies for Change Youth Group! Our goal is to give young people their own place to focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our town and beyond through conversation, education, and activities following the lead of the NAFC. All are welcome! Snacks will be provided! RSVP to Christine Miller at themillerfamily01@gmail.com.