For the teens
Join us at our libraries for a program made for young adults aged 13 - 17.
Meet some new people while enjoying various activities.
Drop in or attend a main event. We've got lots of different activities ranging from a Harry Potter night, craft afternoons, gaming and more.
Drop in
Drop in to study, play games or explore some tech. It's free and bookings aren't required.
| Library | Day | Time |
|---|
| Mary Davies Library and Community Centre | Second and fourth Wednesday of the month | 3.30pm - 5.30pm |
| Rockingham Library | Every Thursday | 3.30pm - 6pm |
| Safety Bay Library | First Thursday of the month | 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
| Warnbro Community Library | Fourth Thursday of the month | 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
Main events in 2022
All events are free. Bookings are essential. (The booking links will be provided closer to the dates).
| Day/Date | Time | Library | Activity | Description |
|---|
| Thursday 7 April | 5pm - 7pm | Rockingham Library | Potterhead Teen Quiz Night | Come dressed in your wizarding best and step into the world of Harry Potter for an evening full of trivia, interactive games and prizes. We await your owl. |
| Wednesday 13 April | 12.30pm - 1.30pm | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre | Macramé Crystal Necklaces | Use simple knotting and braiding techniques to create an interchangeable macramé necklace. |
| Wednesday 13 April | 2pm - 3pm | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre | Macramé Crystal Necklaces | Use simple knotting and braiding techniques to create an interchangeable macramé necklace. |
| Tuesday 17 May | 5.30pm - 7.30pm | Mary Davies Library and Community centre | Mario Kart Tournament | Have fun, challenge your friends to Mario Kart and enjoy some pizza. |
Online magazine
Why not also check out SpineOut - an online magazine for young adults focusing on books and reading. It is full of writing, artwork, poetry, book reviews, films, music and so much more. If you are aged 12-19, you can send SpineOut your stuff to be published.
Study space
There are study spaces in all shapes and sizes at each of our libraries. There are areas for group study and areas for individual study. There is no need to book a space, just come along and set yourself up. During end-of-year exam periods some of the libraries will offer a tea and coffee station and space for you to study, just check it out when you are in.
Computers
Public access computers are available at all of the libraries and each library has free WiFi.
Gaming
At all branches there are various gaming stations for use in the library: PS4 Games, Nintendo Classic and Nintendo Switch, X-Box and some VR gear can be used, just ask at the library.