Teens and Tweens
Youth Chess Class
Saturdays, September 19, 26 at 1pm | Children to Teens
An instructor from Queen's Gambit Chess will visit the Mars Library for a series of weekly chess classes for youth interested in learning about one of history's most famous games.
Fall Book Sale
Donations: Monday, September 28 to Wednesday, September 30 during regular library hours.
Book Sale: Thursday, October 1 to Saturday, October 3 from 10am to 6:30pm and Sunday, October 4 from 10am to 2pm.
Stop by the Mars Area Public Library for the Fall Book Sale, held by the Friends of the Library!
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Kids Costume Exchange
Tuesday, October 6 at 1:30pm to 6:30pm | Infants to Tweens
The Mars Library's Kids Costume Exchange is an opportunity for members of our community to trade in their children's clean, gently used ("like new") Halloween costumes that are now too small or no longer wanted for the possibility of finding something in a larger size or more in line with their children's current interests. With this FREE swap, we are helping our community reduce, reuse, and recycle costumes that may otherwise only be worn once as well as assisting families facing challenging financial times.
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Winter Reading Challenge
Monday, December 21 to Sunday, January 17 | Children to Teens
Snuggle up this winter with books! The Mars Library's Winter Reading Challenge available through Beanstack is open to kids, ages 0-12 years. Read for a total of 4 hours (240 minutes) over 4 weeks to meet this challenge, then choose a book from the book cart to take home! Earn virtual raffle tickets (VRTs) automatically for hitting milestones and doing fun activities at home. Use VRTs for chances to win a grand prize!
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Read-In Afternoon
Tuesday, December 29 at 1pm | Children to Tweens
Stop by the library for a cozy "read-in" session during winter break. Kids can bring a pillow, blanket or other comfy items and enjoy time in a quiet space to just read. This time can also be used toward their Winter Reading Challenge minutes. Light snacks will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle. Kids can come and go as they like.
Teens and Adults
Fall Book Sale
Donations: Monday, September 28 to Wednesday, September 30 during regular library hours.
Book Sale: Thursday, October 1 to Saturday, October 3 from 10am to 6:30pm and Sunday, October 4 from 10am to 2pm.
Stop by the Mars Area Public Library for the Fall Book Sale, held by the Friends of the Library!
Movie Night in the Parking Lot
Saturday, October 24 at 7pm | Ages 16+
Stop by the Mars Area Public Library parking lot for a free viewing of the Night of the Living Dead by George Romero! Bring your own chair, cooler and snacks to get settled in for a night of fright. The parking lot will open at 6pm for people to start settling in. This movie is unrated with a suggested viewing age of 16+, but parental discretion is advised.
Searching for Scholarships
Wednesday, December 2 at 5:30pm | Teens and Adults
Wendy Dunlap of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency helps you prepare for college with this guide to identifying and pursuing scholarship opportunities. An ideal program for teens in grades 9-12, as well as their parents.
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advistory Board (TAB)
Select Wednesdays at 6pm | Teens
The mission of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is to represent teen interests in the library, encourage leadership (with positions such as President, Secretary, etc.) and creativity, foster community engagement, and make a positive impact. TAB members will coordinate with Librarians to improve the library and implement programs that serve local teens. TAB meets monthly for one hour.
TAB members will earn volunteer hours.