Teen's Events and Programs

Tuesday, October 7 at 2-6:30pm (Early Bird 2-3pm) | Ages 0-13

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From now through October 6, donate clean and gently used children's Halloween costumes and receive an Early Bird ticket giving you first dibs on October 7. This no-cost swap will open to the public beginning at 3pm.

Saturday, October 11 at 1pm | Ages 10+

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Do Art Productions bring their comic art workshop event for teens and kids to the Mars Area Library! Prepare for an interactive experience that both informs and inspires. By the end, everyone will collaborate on a comic together.

Monday, October 13 to Saturday, October 18 | All ages

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It's time for a pumpkin decorating contest with Character! Pick you favorite literary character and decorate a pumpkin to represent them. Winners will be announced Monday, October 27, with the deadline of Monday, November 3 to retrieve your pumpkin. Either stop by the library to pick up an entry form, or print out the PDF version linked below!

Tuesday, October 14 (grades 5-8) at 5pm 

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STEMsters, the Mars High School Chapter of a national nonprofit, strives to develop a love for STEM among young students through an interactive activity-based learning experience. A typical lesson from STEMsters starts with a presentation that goes over instructions for an experiment that students will build with hands-on guidance. Experiments are tested and the science concepts behind the projects are explained.

Wednesday, October 15 at 4:30pm | Ages 8+

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Calling all checkers players! Register for a spot and compete in your age group to see who is a checkers champ. Trophies will be awarded to the winners!

Saturday, October 18 at 1pm | Ages 10+

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Create your own stop motion video with camera technology and a mini-stage. Small props are provided (or bring your own). Storyboard your ideas on paper, then bring them to life one frame at a time. The only limits are what you can imagine!

Saturday, October 25 at 11am | Ages 6-13

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Come dine at our Witches Table where you have to feel (and smell?) your way through the meal to guess what each dish is made of (disposable plastic gloves will be provided). Complete your menu card to see if your witchy instincts are correct and enter a grand prize drawing. Other activity/craft stations will be available to enjoy. Kids can come dressed in their Halloween costumes and enjoy a trunk-o-treat hunt in the library afterwards!

Tuesday, October 28 at 4:30pm | All ages

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October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about fire safety and prevention. Join us for a 90-minute kids fire safety and prevention program, which includes an interactive presentation by Adams Twp Fire District, activity/craft stations and a touch-a-truck event in the parking lot.

Wednesday, October 29 at 4:30pm | Ages 10+

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Get in the spirit with some Halloween activities, including slime-making, ghost streamers, and origami monster bookmarks!

Wednesday, November 5 at 5pm | Ages 8+

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A creative writing exercise using dice with different images on each side. Roll a die, see the picture that turns up, and decide how it affects the next sentence in the story. Be as literal or abstract as you like, then the next person takes their turn. The result is usually delightfully weird collaborative stories!

Saturday, November 8 at 11am | All ages

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Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall are going to bring their World War II Footlocker Program to the Mars Area Public Library! The presentation covers a variety of topics related to the United States' involvement in the conflict and includes artifacts, documents, and photos from the museum's collection that can be handled and passed around by the audience.

Monday, November 10 at 1pm | All ages

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Stop by the library on this "No School Day" for the Mars Area School district to enjoy a free, animated “big screen” PG movie. Sit in chairs or on the floor, picnic style. Bring your own blanket and favorite snacks.

Wednesday, November 19 at 4:30pm | All ages

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Get your game face on! Choose your favorite characters and find out who is a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate champion. Played on the Nintendo Switch.

Saturday, November 22 at 11am | All ages

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A multi-station event where children will do activities, games, and crafts to showcase all that they are "Thankful for". Joining us for the event are kittens from the Butler County Humane Society as part of our "Thankful for our furry friends" feature.

Wednesday, November 26 at 5pm | Ages 8+

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Drop by for some easy and creative Thanksgiving crafts that make for perfect decorations jut in time for the holiday!

Wednesday, December 3 at 4:30pm | Ages 10+

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A nice and simple craft. Grab a canvas and get painting! Canvas, brushes, and paint provided. Enthusiasm required, creativity encouraged, and artistic talent... optional.

Wednesday, December 17 at 4:30pm | Ages 10+

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Visit the library for some customizable make-and-take Christmas and Hanukkah crafts just in time for the big upcoming holidays.