Summer Reading 2022: Ocean of Possibilities

Monday, May 23-Sunday, August 7 in the Teen Department

(Rising 6th-12th Grade) An “Ocean of Possibilities” await with this year’s summer reading program. Sign up May 23-August 7, 2022 to participate. Dive deep into summer reading! For every three books checked out, receive an entry into our weekly drawing and our end-of-the-summer grand prize drawing! Bring your checkout receipt to the Teen/Adult Services desk to receive your entry slip. Remember, the more entries, the more opportunities to win!

Murder in Maui: A Luau to Die For, A Teen Murder Mystery

Thursday, June 2, from 2-4 p.m. Large Auditorium

Be part of the mystery and help solve the crime! Just like a game of Clue, every character is important. Closer to the event, you will be assigned a character, so please only register if you are sure you can attend. Costumes and props are encouraged! Open to rising 6th-12th graders only. Pizza will be served. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

ACT Practice Test with Princeton Review

Saturdays, June 4 & 25, from 10 a.m. –2 p.m.

Don’t procrastinate! Take action NOW to ensure you improve your ACT Score. Try a full-length FREE practice ACT test online today. This free practice test is offered by Princeton Review. After the practice test, you’ll receive a comprehensive score report detailing your strengths and weaknesses. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Sundays, June 5 & 26, from 3-5 p.m. Room 102

Love D&D? Join the Teen Department and play this classic tabletop RPG with other teens. All levels welcome. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register for each session online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

GirlSpring Meeting

Monday, June 6 & Thursday, June 30, from 1-2 p.m. Room 110

Empowered girls make history! Girls in 7th-11th grade, join GirlSpring meetings here at the Homewood Library to learn about meaningful topics, make like-minded friends, and become empowered. You have the power to change the world, join these meetings to make your mark on the world! Refreshments provided!

Teen Coffee & Canvas

Monday, June 6, from 2-4 p.m. Large Auditorium

Bring out your inner artist! Join us for an afternoon of painting and sipping iced coffee and create your next masterpiece. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Dumbledore’s Army

Tuesdays, June 7 &21, from 3-4 p.m. Large Auditorium

If you love everything Harry Potter, then be part of Dumbledore’s Army! Games, crafts, food, and all things magical will happen. Costumes encouraged! Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Magic: the Gathering for Teens

Tuesdays, June 7 & 21, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Rm 102

Interested in learning about Magic: the Gathering? Each game represents a battle between wizards known as “planeswalkers”, who employ spells, artifacts, and creatures depicted on individual Magic cards to defeat their opponents. We will have decks, but you are welcome to bring your own. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events

Teen Theatre Thursdays

Thursdays, June 9 & 23, from 4-5 p.m. Round Auditorium

This bimonthly program will focus on teaching the performing arts to aspiring teen thespians with assistance from the Red Mountain Theatre. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons: Tournament of Champions

Thursdays, June 9 & 23, from 6-8 p.m. Rm 102

"Hear ye Hear ye, the great Dungeons and Dragons tournament of Homewood Public Library is upon us. All who wish to enter MUST come with a fully made level 7 character to enter. There will be no homebrew allowed at the tournament. All those who are not entered into the tournament in the first week may come as spectators, but must be respectful of the players. Test your steel and your might to see if you can win this Summer fight." Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Game On! Teen Board Game Club

Tuesday, June 14, from 2-4 p.m. Large Auditorium

Enjoy an afternoon of board games and fun. Play from our collection of games or bring your own game. Snacks provided. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Teen Ani-Marathon

Thursday, June 16, from 3-6 p.m. Large Auditorium

Love anime, manga, or anything Japanese-related? Then join us for a Teen Ani-Marathon! A marathon of anime shows, manga book discussions, and yummy snacks. Open to rising 6th-12th graders only. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Yoga for Teens

Saturday, June 18 & 25, from 2-3 p.m. Round Auditorium

Join us for an afternoon of yoga, relaxation, and rejuvenation with yoga instructor, Shonda of Gracious Beginnings. Bring your own yoga mat. A limited number of mats are available for use if needed. Open to rising 6th-12th graders only. Register at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Teen Graphic Novel Club

Wednesday, June 22, from 3-4 p.m. Room 102

Love graphic novels and comics? Join us as we talk about our favorite stories and enjoy tasty snacks. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Teens Get Crafty: Shark Soap

Monday, June 27, from 2-4 p.m. Large Auditorium

Dive deep into soap-making and create your own shark soap to take home. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.

Teen Stop Motion Animation Camp

Tuesday-Thursday, June 28-30, from 2-4 p.m. Room 102

Have you ever thought about creating a stop motion animation video? Join us for a three-day event where we will use Legos and laptops to create characters and worlds. All supplies provided. Open to rising 6th-12th graders. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org/events.