For Teens
2010 YA Programs
(Dates, times and locations subject to change)
Junior Friends Meetings: The Junior Friends of the Massillon Public Library are the Core Teen Volunteers who assist the Library with different tasks and programs. Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. Meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month. JFOL Parties may replace meeting dates.
August 10 - 6:30, in the Auditorium September 14 - 6:30, in the Auditorium October 12 - 6:30, in the Auditorium November 9 - 6:30, in the Auditorium
GN / Anime Club: The Graphic Novels / Anime Club of the Massillon Public Library watches new and old Anime, given to us by various companies seeking our critique on their work. The Club also hosts special events such as CosPlays, Ramen Noodle Eating Contests, etc. Open to teens in Grades 7-12. Those under 18 must have a permission form filled out and given to James by the next meeting. Meets every 2nd Saturday of the month from 1-4 PM.
August 14 – 1:00, in the Auditorium September 11 – 1:00, in the Auditorium October 9 – 1:00, in the Auditorium November 13 – 1:00, in the Auditorium December 11 – 1:00, in the Auditorium
Family Movie Night: Join us for a New Release movie, every 3rd Tuesday of the month! FREE Tickets are available in the Children’s Department, 2 weeks before the event. YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO BE GUARANTEED A SEAT! NO EXCEPTIONS! Doors open 15 minutes before. Free popcorn!
August 17 - 5:30, in the Auditorium September 21 - 5:30, in the Auditorium October 19 - 5:30, in the Auditorium November 16 - 5:30, in the Auditorium December 21 - 5:30, in the Auditorium
LAN Parties: Join us after hours, the last Saturday of every other month for free computer gaming! Games like Team Fortress 2, Left 4 Dead 2, Deathmatch Classic, Counter-Strike, Half-Life 2 and many more! Open to all ages 14 and up. Those 17 and under must have a parental permission form signed. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR LAN PARTIES IN ADVANCE!!! Walk-ins are permitted but are not guaranteed a slot! You can register for the LAN Parties on the Library's LAN Party Page, 2 weeks before the event. NO EXCEPTIONS!
July 31 – 5:30, in the Computer Center August 28 - 5:30, in the Computer Center September 25 - 5:30, in the Computer Center October 30 - 5:30, in the Computer Center (Left 4 Dead 2 Costume Party)
Video Game Tournaments: Join us for tournament gaming, the last Tuesday of every quarter for a chance to win a $25 Gift Card to GameStop! Each quarter will feature a different game! Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR TOURNAMENTS IN ADVANCE!!! Walk-ins are permitted but are not guaranteed a slot in the Tournaments! You can register for the Tournament on the Video Game Tournaments Page on the Library’s website, 2 weeks before the event.
October 26 – 4:30, in the Auditorium (Super Smash Brothers Brawl)
World Foods and Cultures: Join us for different world culture programs, the last Tuesday of every quarter, for free food, fun and prizes! Each quarter will feature a different culture, with food, decorations, crafts, fashion, music and movies. Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. No registration required!
August 31 – 4:30, in the Auditorium (Greece) November 30 – 4:30, in the Auditorium (United Kingdom)
Book Themed Parties: Join us for teen book themed parties, the last Tuesday of every quarter, for free food,fun and prizes! Each quarter will feature a different teen book, with themes featuring food, crafts, and costumes. Costumes are encouraged and best costume wins a fun and fabulous prize!!! Open to all teens in Grades 7-12. No registration required!
September 28 – 4:30, in the Auditorium (Twilight) December 28 – 4:30, in the Auditorium (The Polar Express...trust me, it'll be EPIC!!)
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Teen Programming at the Massillon Public Library
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