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For Teens - I Love My Library Decorations + Scratch - Off Sugar Cookies. A pinned post-it note is displayed along with two sugar cookies.

I ❤️ My Library Decorations + Scratch-Off Sugar Cookies

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Come help decorate the Teen Bulletin Board! Also come scratch off a sugar cookie!

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come help decorate the Teen Bulletin Board! Also come scratch off a sugar cookie!

Teen Game Night - Dice, Video Game Console, and Board Game Pieces

Teen Game Night

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Registration suggested.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Registration suggested.

Knit/Crochet Drop In

Cozy Crafting

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Age Group:
Teens

Want to pick up a cozy craft for winter but don't know where to start?

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Event Details:

Want to pick up a cozy craft for winter but don't know where to start?

Teen Puzzles - The image shows various puzzle pieces in various colors.

Mudpuppy Puzzle Table

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500-piece Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the tables in the Teen Space all month long. 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500-piece Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the tables in the Teen Space all month long. 

Teen Puzzles - The image shows various puzzle pieces in various colors.

Mudpuppy Puzzle Table

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500pc Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500pc Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Teen Puzzles - The image shows various puzzle pieces in various colors.

Women's History Month Puzzle Table

All Day 3/2 - 3/31
ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500pc Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Event Details:

Come to the Teen Space to complete a 500pc Mudpuppy puzzle and learn about famous women in history from around the world! Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Teen Game Night - Dice, Video Game Console, and Board Game Pieces

Teen Game Night

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Game Program
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Game Night:

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on the Meta Quest, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Regi...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Game Program
Registration Required

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on the Meta Quest, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Registration suggested. 

Words Teen Art Club over abstract oil painted background

Teen Art Club (Bilingual Spanish)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to create art that you can take home or use to decorate our Teen Space!   

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Event Details:

Join us to create art that you can take home or use to decorate our Teen Space!   

Words Teen Take and Make Crafts with art supplies

Teen Take & Make Crafts

All Day
ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come by the Teen space to grab your take-and-make craft. While supplies last.

March: Mini Flower Pot Garden with Butterflies, Caterpillars, and Planters 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Event Details:

Come by the Teen space to grab your take-and-make craft. While supplies last.

March: Mini Flower Pot Garden with Butterflies, Caterpillars, and Planters 

Mar10 (Mario) Craft Day - For Teens. Image features a picture of Mario.

MAR10 (Mario) Craft Day for Teens

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Happy MAR 10! In honor of celebrating the anniversary of Mario, take part in some Mario-themed crafts. Registration required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Happy MAR 10! In honor of celebrating the anniversary of Mario, take part in some Mario-themed crafts. Registration required.

Spring into Nature Board Game Night - for Teens only. There is an image of a board game in addition to a green outline of some leaves.

Spring into Nature Games

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Game Program
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a variety of board games focused on nature, relaxation, and collaboration. Games for single players and teams are available, so find your groove as spring comes into bloom! 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Game Program
Event Details:

Join us for a variety of board games focused on nature, relaxation, and collaboration. Games for single players and teams are available, so find your groove as spring comes into bloom! 

Cozy Crafting

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program
Age Group:
Teens

Want to pick up a cozy craft but don't know where to start?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to pick up a cozy craft but don't know where to start?

Teen Universal Yums - for Teens. Shows image of treats/snacks/candies from other countries.

Teen Universal Yums

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Universal Yums Treats Around the World for Teens:

Try some delicious treats from countries around the world through Universal Yums. At each gathering, we'll delve into the flavors of a specific country, discover fascinating facts ...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required

Try some delicious treats from countries around the world through Universal Yums. At each gathering, we'll delve into the flavors of a specific country, discover fascinating facts about its culture, and evaluate the snacks. Some products are manufactured in a facility that handles common allergens such as wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soybeans, eggs, milk, fish, and shellfish. Registration required.

Bird Feeder Decorating

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Age Group:
Teens

Everyone loves a new house – even birds! Come decorate a bird house fit for bird royalty just in time for spring! Please register.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everyone loves a new house – even birds! Come decorate a bird house fit for bird royalty just in time for spring! Please register.

Grow Your Mind Logic Puzzles

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Drop-In Program
Age Group:
Teens

Why wait for May to enjoy flowers and growth? Let April showers grow your mind by challenging yourself to logic-puzzle board games. Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Why wait for May to enjoy flowers and growth? Let April showers grow your mind by challenging yourself to logic-puzzle board games. Available at the Teen tables in the Teen space all month long. 

Grow Your Mind Logic Puzzles

04/01/2026 @ 10:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 8:00pm
ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Game Program, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Why wait for May to enjoy flowers and growth? Let April showers grow your mind by challenging yourself to logic-puzzle board games. Available at the tables in the Teen Space all month long.

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Game Program, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM Program
Event Details:

Why wait for May to enjoy flowers and growth? Let April showers grow your mind by challenging yourself to logic-puzzle board games. Available at the tables in the Teen Space all month long.

Teen Game Night - Dice, Video Game Console, and Board Game Pieces

Teen Game Night

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Game Program
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Game Night:

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on the Meta Quest, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Regi...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Game Program
Registration Required

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on the Meta Quest, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Registration suggested. 

Zen Gardens

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come practice mindfulness by building your very own Zen garden featuring a variety of different animal habitats, including Arctic animals and chicken coops! Please register.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come practice mindfulness by building your very own Zen garden featuring a variety of different animal habitats, including Arctic animals and chicken coops! Please register.

Words Teen Take and Make Crafts with art supplies

Teen Take & Make Crafts

All Day
ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Come by the Teen space to grab your take-and-make craft. While supplies last.

April: Mini Library in a Tin

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Event Details:

Come by the Teen space to grab your take-and-make craft. While supplies last.

April: Mini Library in a Tin

Animal Crossing Craft Day for Teens

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate the anniversary of Animal Crossing by participating in some Animal Crossing crafts. Registration required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the anniversary of Animal Crossing by participating in some Animal Crossing crafts. Registration required.

Library Building Blocks

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready for National Library Week by building a LEGO library!

Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program, STEM/STEAM Program
Event Details:

Get ready for National Library Week by building a LEGO library!

Teen Universal Yums - for Teens. Shows image of treats/snacks/candies from other countries.

Teen Universal Yums

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Universal Yums Treats Around the World for Teens:

Try some delicious treats from countries around the world through Universal Yums. At each gathering, we'll delve into the flavors of a specific country, discover fascinating facts ...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required

Try some delicious treats from countries around the world through Universal Yums. At each gathering, we'll delve into the flavors of a specific country, discover fascinating facts about its culture, and evaluate the snacks. Some products are manufactured in a facility that handles common allergens such as wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soybeans, eggs, milk, fish, and shellfish. Registration required.

Earth Day Terrariums (Bilingual Spanish) / Terrarios del Día de la Tierra (Bilingüe Español)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
General Library at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos en Español, Maker/DIY Program, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Earth Day with us as we make a terrarium by reusing plastic bottles. This program is for teens and adults. Please register; limit 12. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: General Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos en Español, Maker/DIY Program, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with us as we make a terrarium by reusing plastic bottles. This program is for teens and adults. Please register; limit 12. 

Cozy Crafting

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program
Age Group:
Teens

Want to pick up a cozy craft but don't know where to start?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program, Maker/DIY Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to pick up a cozy craft but don't know where to start?