TeenTober at Burlington Public Library
It's time for TeenTober! Celebrated by libraries every October, TeenTober aims to recognize teens and promote year-round library services. We're celebrating with a number of programs just for teens, focusing on helping build the skills that will support their goals for the future.
Programs for Teens in October
Some programs require registration; all programs are FREE.
Good Debt versus Bad Debt
Get savvy about spending! Hear what financial experts have to say about the pros and cons of credit cards. You'll leave this session with a good understanding of the differences between good debt and bad debt and handy tips on how to manage debt responsibly.
Thu Oct 3 | 7-8pm | VIRTUAL - Register
Make Your Own Mini-Zine
Use drawing, writing, and collage to create your own zine. In this hands-on art class, learn how to fold and cut an 8-page zine using printer paper. Fill the pages with whatever you like—poems, stories, pictures—and then make a copy to share and trade with your friends.
Sat Oct 12 | 2-3:30pm | ALTON - Register
Book Bites
Book Bites is a NEW monthly drop-in meetup just for teens, launching in October! No need to register, just come and tell us about what you've been reading! Haven't had time to read? Join us to hear about the books others are reading. There's always something new to discover!
Wed Oct 16 | 7-8pm | TANSLEY WOODS
Mon Oct 21 | 3-3:45pm | ALTON
Tue Oct 29 | 7-8pm | CENTRAL
Entrepreneurship for Teens
Are you a teen with big ideas and the drive to make them a reality? Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with this engaging workshop. Whether you dream of starting your own business or want to learn the skills that successful entrepreneurs use every day, this session is for you.
Thu Oct 17 | 6-7pm | VIRTUAL - Register
Beyond Books at BPL
Beyond our extensive collection of almost 10,000 print books and graphic novels for teens, we also have over 2,000 teen eBooks and eAudiobooks available to borrow from OverDrive, or using the Libby app on your device. You can also use your BPL library card to stream movies and TV shows, download comics, and read the latest issues of magazines online.
Need space to study or work on group projects? We're ready for you! The library is one of the few places you can still go without spending any money. Our Central, New Appleby, and Tansley Woods branches have study rooms available on a first-come first-served basis, and our Central Branch also has a designated quiet area on the 2nd floor, and 2 quiet pods located on the 3rd floor for virtual meetings. Central Branch also has small group tables located on the 3rd floor.
Your library card is also your key to accessing FREE virtual learning resources, such as the online encyclopedia Britannica Library, and BrainFuse. BrainFuse offers live tutoring sessions, personal writing support, video tutorials, practice tests, and a collaborative virtual workspace just for students.
Check out the library this TeenTober, then keep visiting all year long.
