Category: Tweens & Teens

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Did You Know? You can earn COMMUNITY SERVICE hours.

Contact the Youth Services Director for a availability of hours. You can earn hours by helping at children’s events, creating book trailers, co-sponsoring youth events, or by preparing questions and co-leading one of the teen book discussions. Call Kathy Watson at (603) 362-5234 or send her an email at kwatson@kimballlibrary.com.

T/ween Book Discussion: Wednesday, 10/4/23 at 6 PM

The book of the month is ‘Clap When You Land’ by Elizabeth Acevedo. In a novel-in-verse that brims with grief and love, National Book Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Acevedo writes about the devastation of loss, the difficulty of forgiveness, and the bittersweet bonds that shape our lives. Camino Rios lives for the summers when her father visits her in the Dominican Republic. But this time, on… Read more

T/ween Book Discussion: Wednesday, 9/6/23 at 6 PM

The book of the month is ‘A Northern Light’ by Jennifer Donnelly. Sixteen-year-old Mattie Gokey has big dreams but little hope of seeing them come true. Desperate for money, she takes a job at the Glenmore, where hotel guest Grace Brown entrusts her with the task of burning a secret bundle of letters. But when Grace’s drowned body is fished from the lake, Mattie discovers that the letters could reveal… Read more

ALL TOGETHER NOW-THANK YOU!

We had an amazing summer filled with special events and talented performers, and we wouldn’t be able to do any of it without your support. Your donations help make this all possible. Kimball Library would like to thank our wonderful supporters:… Read more

All Together Now with KEITH MUNSLOW (Comedy, Art, Music): Wed, 7/19/23 @ 6:00 PM

In his highly interactive triple-whammy show, Keith delivers fun, funky music, lightning-fast cartooning, and hilarious stories that will have grown-ups laughing as much as the kids! Keith’s rhythmic piano playing, on-the-spot improvisations, and quick wit combine for an interactive, upbeat, positive experience. His work reflects real-life experiences of kids and families with honesty, humor, and a keen eye for detail. It’s a fast-paced ride, so hang on and don’t blink… Read more

Flossy Friendship Bracelets (Gr. 3+) Thursday 7/20/23 @ 4 PM

Kids entering gr. 3+ in the fall are invited to join us to learn how to make friendship bracelets using floss. Kids can either bring their own floss or choose from what we provide. If bringing your own, we suggest bringing 3 different colors. First we will go over a few different patterns, and then we will work on our own bracelets. Register to attend. REGISTER HERE!… Read more

Inspired Arts! (All Youth & Abilities!) Tuesday, 7/25/23 @ 4 PM

Spend the afternoon sketching, designing, and composing your own art piece, exploring the various art mediums, and expressing your own creativity. Donna Corriveau of Diversity Outreach Services will be leading us through this artsy class. Parents are welcome to participate. All materials will be provided. Just bring your own artistic style. (Mediums include watercolors and acrylic paints, colored pencils, watercolor markers, markers, pastels, and various drawing materials)   Register here!… Read more

Fort Building Drop in (All Ages) 7/6/23 @ 2:30-4:30 PM

Build yourself a reading fort! We have blankets, building blocks, chairs and  pillows so come on down and build a cozy nook for yourself. Kids under 10 can build in the Craft Barn Kids 10+ can build in the Atkinson Room (AKA teen room) Registration is not necessary for this event. Come when you can, leave when you must.… Read more

T/ween Book Discussion: 7/5/23 at 6 PM (Middle & High School Age)

The book of the month is All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir. Lahore, Pakistan. Then. Misbah is a dreamer and storyteller, newly married to Toufiq in an arranged match. After their young life is shaken by tragedy, they come to the United States and open the Cloud’s Rest Inn Motel, hoping for a new start. Juniper, California. Now. Salahudin and Noor are more than best friends; they are family. Growing… Read more