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Teen Events

Teen Winter Reading Program - December 16–January 31

Tue, Jan 31, All day

Online

Teens in grades 6–12 can read books, earn a chance for prizes, and help support Hamilton... more

Teens in grades 6–12 can read books, earn a chance for prizes, and help support Hamilton County Kids Coats. Registration begins December 16.

Word on the Shelf - Year-round online volunteer opportunity for teens

Tue, Jan 31, All day

Online

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to... more

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.

Read-In at CCPL with Word on the Shelf - In-person volunteer opportunity for teens

Tue, Jan 31, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This volunteer opportunity is open to all... more

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.

Gambit 425 - For those who love chess

Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Community Room

Play against other local chess players of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Gambit 425... more

Play against other local chess players of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Gambit 425 is open to anyone age 5 and up who already has experience with the game. Registration is recommended.

This event is full

Carmel Clay Schools All-District Art Show - On display February 1–28

Wed, Feb 01, All day

Main Library

Artwork by students from Carmel Clay Schools will be on display at the Main Library throughout... more

Artwork by students from Carmel Clay Schools will be on display at the Main Library throughout the month of February. Stop to enjoy work by elementary, middle school, and high school artists.

Word on the Shelf - Year-round online volunteer opportunity for teens

Wed, Feb 01, All day

Online

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to... more

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.

RosieCon Book Festival - Katharine McGee, author of American Royals

Wed, Feb 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Drop by the Teens Program Room to watch this live-streamed author panel featuring a different... more

Drop by the Teens Program Room to watch this live-streamed author panel featuring a different title from the 2022–23 Rosie List each month. This event is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.

Managing Childhood Anxiety: A Family Process - For parents and caregivers of adolescents

Wed, Feb 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

A Chris Center Parent Education Series 2023 event for parents and caregivers raising... more

A Chris Center Parent Education Series 2023 event for parents and caregivers raising adolescents. Registration is required.

Overbooked - Student-led book club for high school students

Thu, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room A

Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to... more

Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and make new friends! Registration is not required.

Behind the Book with Ross Gay - Author visit for adults and teens

Fri, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Join Ross Gay, author of the New York Times bestselling book The Book of Delights, for a reading... more

Join Ross Gay, author of the New York Times bestselling book The Book of Delights, for a reading of his work. A book signing will follow. Registration is recommended.

Foundations of Programming with Python - For students in grades 5–8

Sat, Feb 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop... more

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop series. Presented in partnership with AcademiaEdge. Registration is required.

This event is full

Lunar New Year Celebration with WHAM - A concert by the We Have All Music Ensemble

Sun, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Community Room A

Join WHAM, an ensemble of local teen musicians, in this special concert in honor of the Chinese... more

Join WHAM, an ensemble of local teen musicians, in this special concert in honor of the Chinese Lunar New Year. Registration is required.

Bike Safe: Traveling by Bike - Learn about bicycle safety and projects in Carmel

Tue, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room B

Get tips on staying safe during your bike rides and hear about what the City of Carmel has been... more

Get tips on staying safe during your bike rides and hear about what the City of Carmel has been up to regarding bicycle projects. Registration is required for this event.

Hygge Tutoring - Free tutoring for students, by teens

Wed, Feb 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Main Library - Teens Study Room 1A,Teens Study Room 1B

Teens in grades 6–12 can stop by every other Wednesday for free, student-led tutoring by a... more

Teens in grades 6–12 can stop by every other Wednesday for free, student-led tutoring by a local chapter of a national tutoring program.

Foundations of Programming with Python - For students in grades 5–8

Sat, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop... more

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop series. Presented in partnership with AcademiaEdge. Registration is required.

This event is full

Light Up Your Heart with Science - For teens in grades 6–12

Sat, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

DIY crafts + electronics! This program is facilitated by Science Works, a student-led club at... more

DIY crafts + electronics! This program is facilitated by Science Works, a student-led club at Carmel High School. Registration is required.

Nintendo Switch Game Night - A casual, drop-in game night for teens

Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No... more

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in to play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch. No experience is necessary.

Gambit 425 - For those who love chess

Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Community Room

Play against other local chess players of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Gambit 425... more

Play against other local chess players of all skill levels every other Tuesday night. Gambit 425 is open to anyone age 5 and up who already has experience with the game. Registration is recommended.

Word on the Shelf - Year-round online volunteer opportunity for teens

Wed, Feb 15, All day

Online

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to... more

Read and review Young Adult and Middle Grade books. This online volunteer opportunity is open to all interested teens in grades 6–12.

Sit. Stay. Chill–Hang Out with a PAWS Therapy Dog - Drop-in relaxation for teens in grades 6–12

Wed, Feb 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered therapy dog. Presented in partnership... more

Take a break from homework and hang out with a registered therapy dog. Presented in partnership with the Chris Center.

Overbooked - Student-led book club for high school students

Thu, Feb 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room A

Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to... more

Overbooked is a student-led book club for grades 9–12 that meets every other Thursday to discuss books, color and craft, eat snacks, and make new friends! Registration is not required.

Movie Night: Till - A free movie screening for adults and teens

Fri, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Join us for a screening of Till (2022). Rated PG-13. Registration is required.

Foundations of Programming with Python - For students in grades 5–8

Sat, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop... more

Learn about one of the most popular computer programming languages in this 4-week workshop series. Presented in partnership with AcademiaEdge. Registration is required.

This event is full

Dreamscapes: A Creative Writing Workshop for Teens - Inspired by the Main Library Teens Area mural

Sat, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Teens Program Room

Using the "Dreamscapes" mural by Connor Heagy as inspiration, teens in grades 6–12 will enjoy... more

Using the "Dreamscapes" mural by Connor Heagy as inspiration, teens in grades 6–12 will enjoy a creative writing workshop presented by College Tutors of Indiana. Registration is required.

Sunday Vibes: Ted Yoder on the Hammered Dulcimer - A live musical performance

Sun, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Community Room

Join Ted Yoder, the “Bela Fleck of the hammered dulcimer,” to hear for yourself why he went... more

Join Ted Yoder, the “Bela Fleck of the hammered dulcimer,” to hear for yourself why he went viral in 2016 with over 100 million views on Facebook. Registration is required.

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