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Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the risks of counterfeit cannabis products and how to recognize them to protect yourself and others. Also, learn how cannabis affects your brain and body so you can develop refusal skills to help stay cannabis free. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Whether you’re a seasoned painter or art novice, we’ve got something creative for you to enjoy. Just choose your supplies and we’ll help you find inspiration! Join us to hang out with other teens and enjoy artistic vibes. For ages 13 – 17.

Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lancaster Library
Design personalized charms and explore your creativity in this hands-on workshop. Start with heat shrinkable plastic and create a custom design or use pre-cut shapes. We've got everything you need, just bring your imagination! For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the risks of counterfeit cannabis products and how to recognize them to protect yourself and others. Also, learn how cannabis affects your brain and body so you can develop refusal skills to help stay cannabis free. For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Try your hand at printmaking with an introduction to dry-point etching and learn a bit about this centuries-old art form. We’ll carve images onto acrylic plates, then use them to create prints in various colors from a single design. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library - Meeting Room
Whether you’re a seasoned painter or art novice, we’ve got something creative for you to enjoy. Just choose your supplies and we’ll help you find inspiration! Join us to hang out with other teens and enjoy artistic vibes. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.

Wed, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lancaster Library
Join us as we put pen to paper and let the creativity flow. Create new worlds, dive into depths of poetry, or write your own narrative. We’ll chat about story ideas, characters and writing exercises to spark your imagination! For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the risks of counterfeit cannabis products and how to recognize them to protect yourself and others. Also, learn how cannabis affects your brain and body so you can develop refusal skills to help stay cannabis free. For ages 13 – 17.

Wed, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lancaster Library
Learn about the risks of counterfeit cannabis products and how to recognize them to protect yourself and others. Also, learn how cannabis affects your brain and body so you can develop refusal skills to help stay cannabis free. For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of games. We’ve got board games, card games, brain teasers and more. Hang out and learn some new games with new friends at the library. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library
Unlock your creativity at our Creative Lab for Teens, where art meets hands-on fun! Dive into the world of hand crafts and fiber crafts and discover your creative potential through crafting! For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Get inspired and make science fun! Join us as we explore STEAM concepts with a creative twist. Express your imagination through thoughtful and engaging science and technology projects and expand your knowledge along the way! For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Popularized by artist Pedro Linares, alebrije sculptures are known for their bright colors and intricate designs. Join us to learn about their rich history and decorate your own plush in the style of this Mexican artistic tradition. For ages 13 – 17.