Chyna, a gymnast balancing her mother’s illness and a competitive team, and Jamaal, a basketball player determined to honor his late brother, navigate the pressures of pursuing their dreams.
Run Home
by Alyssa Bermudez
It’s 2002, Alyssa is a freshman at a new high school where she knows NO ONE and the uniforms are hideous! Even worse? Her parents are forcing her to join the crosscountry team. No one needs to run, or sweat, this much!
Skating Wilder by
Brandon Dumais
Skateboarding is hard and it hurts. No one can tell you exactly who invented it, but it has inspired generations of brave warriors to hit the curbs. This book flies through skateboarding’s weird history.
Love on Ice by
Sara Ney
When Harper catches the star hockey player Easton stealing their rival school’s mascot, she makes a deal to keep quiet if he agrees to be her date to the prom.
Teen Services: teenservices@stdl.org • (847) 923-3240
July Teen News
for creative minds
Think of it as your workspace for all things creative and hands-on, from 3D printing and laser cutting to sewing and jewelry making. It’s more than just equipment—it’s a place to learn, make, and connect with others.
Open to patrons ages 14 and older. Ages 13 and under may use the Innovation Hub with a guardian at least 16 years old.
Tools available without a reservation
• 3D Printing Pen
• Button Maker
• Guitar Pick Punch
• Mat Cutter for Frames
• Wood Carving Tools
• Knitting Machine
• Pom-Pom Maker
• Sewing Machine
Woven Bookmarks
July • Drop in during open hours
Available with a reservation
• Circuit Maker
• Embroidery Machine
• Heat Press
• Laser Cutter
• Sublimation Printer
Learn how to weave on a small scale by creating a cute woven bookmark to use in your favorite read.
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TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen DIY: Japanese Paper Lantern – 12-19 years
Wednesday, July 8 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
Rainbow Connections: Beaded Plants – 12-19 years
Wednesday, July 15 • 5-6:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Drop In Craft: DIY Bee Water Cups – 12-19 years
Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19 • All Day • Central Teen
Drop into the Teen space on either day to create your own bee water cup, while supplies last. We provide rocks, shells, glue, and decorations for you to create a unique, decorative, and highly useful water cup for bees.
Scavenger Hunt: Plant Your Own Garden – 12-19 years
Wednesday, July 22 • 4:30-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
Race against the clock to finish our Plant Your Own Garden scavenger hunt. There are fun prizes!
Town Square Event: Teen Music Showcase – All Ages
Saturday, July 25 • 12-1:30 p.m. • Town Square
Enjoy this live DJ set of the Library’s very own collective of teen musicians. Hear why our teens have a million-plus online streams.
Advanced Teen Sewing: Tote Bag – 12-19 years
Thursday, July 30 • 5-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Teen Writing Club – 14-19 years
Friday, July 31 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Calling all young writers! Meet with like-minded teens to share your work, develop your skills, and read published works with a new eye.
Harm Reduction Overdose Prevention – 12-19 years w/caregiver
Saturday, Aug. 1 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Chocolate Taste Test – 12-19 years
Monday, Aug. 3 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
End-of-Summer Bash – 12-19 years
Wednesday, Aug. 5 • 4:30-6 p.m. • Central Teen
Whether you are looking forward to going back to school or feeling sad that summer break is coming to an end, stop by Teen to say goodbye to summer with flair.
SUMMER SERIES PROGRAMS
Pick-Up Program – 12-19 years
July • Watercolor Florals
August • Mason Jar Lid Suncatchers
Teen Music Collective – 12-19 years
Thursdays, July 9, 23, Aug. 6, and 20 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Program Room
Saturdays, July 18, Aug. 8, and 22 • 9:30-11 a.m. • Central Program Room
Coding Intro – 12-15 years
Wednesdays, July 1 and 22 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
International Snack Tasting – 12-19 years
Wednesday, July 29 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
Teen Volunteer Hours – Grades 9-12
Saturday, July 11 • 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Adaptive Teen Hangout with Turning Pointe Autism Foundation 12-19 years w/caregiver
Wednesday, Aug. 12 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Thursday, July 9 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Central Program Room
Java Coding Workshop – 12-15 years
Fridays, July 17 and Aug. 14 • 4:30-6 p.m. • Central Program Room
