What is a hero? Marvel and DC come to mind first with their superheroes Superman, Ironman and Batman. But who are our real heroes? Who is your hero? It might be one of your parents, aunts or uncles. Or maybe…

El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a nationally recognized celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. It is a commitment to…

A quick search on YouTube will turn up hundreds of oddly satisfying videos, many of which involve spinning objects. Spinning can be very calming for some people because spinning is a rhythmic movement. When it is slow and rhythmic, it…

Calling all teen DIYers!  Flex your creative muscles in our Mystery DIY Craft Challenge! We want you to make something using the supplies provided in our Mystery DIY Kit. Stop by our 2nd Floor Service Desk today to pick up…

The weather is finally starting to warm up, and the snow is finally melting. Right now, things look pretty dreary and dirty outside, but pretty soon, it will be bursting with color as the trees begin to bud, grass turns…

Are you a creative type? Do you love to draw or paint? Teens in grades 6–12 can be a part of our Digital Art Show as we highlight your artwork in an online gallery! Whether you paint, draw or take…

Whew! 2020 is behind us. And what a year it was, right? Normally, I am exhausted in January because of the excitement of the holidays. But now, I think I am just exhausted because of 2020 as a whole. And…

Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our book lists curated just for you. There’s something for everyone here! This month we’re…

Have you ever smelled something and had it bring you immediately back to a specific time or place? Or had it evoke a strong memory? Whenever I smell roasted nuts, it brings me back to the winter of 1995, when…

The broom has been part of the magical world as long as we can remember—in movies, television and literature. I remember the Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz carting her trusty broom. The opening credits of…