Teens

Teens age 13-18 are invited to join us for fun, free programs!

JUNE

Rainbow Connections - Teen Loot Bags: Available Tuesday, June 3

Celebrate Pride Month by picking up one of our Rainbow Connection Teen Loot Bags! Each loot bag will come with a colourful array of 2SLGBTQIA+ themed YA books (checked out to your library account), rainbow treats, colourful crafts, and a link to a quiz that will recommend your next great 2SLGBTQIA+ read AND enter you to win $20 Downtown Dollars!

Available for pick up at the Check-Out Desk, starting at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3rd, while supplies last! Must have a current library card.

GC Teen OUTreach: Wednesday, June 11

This monthly drop-in group is for youth ages 12-19 who are looking for a supportive space to explore their identity and build community. Each month will feature a new activity to do together while chatting about life and getting to know one another. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

No registration required; youth can come and go as they please. Find us in Library Program Room #2 from 3-5 p.m.

For more information about this group, email: Kat - katb@gilbertcentre.ca or Silas - silasf@gilbertcentre.ca or call: 249-535-0585.

Teen Makerspace Night: Thursday, June 12

Dye-ing to be more colourful? Join us for a Tie Dye Party! Participants can choose to dye socks, a tote bag, or bring their own clean, white cotton item to dye (ex. T-shirt, scrunchie, bucket hat)! No registration is required. *This program will take place in the Library Courtyard from 6-7 p.m. Please check social media for weather-related updates. All supplies are provided and are first come, first serve.

Teen Exam Cram

Let the Orillia Public Library help you ace your exams with study space, snacks, supplies, and self-guided study break fun (including prizes!). All high school students are welcome!

Where: Tables will be reserved near the Young Adult section and in the Fireplace Area on the 2nd Floor on the following dates and times:

Monday, June 16 - Thursday, June 19 (2-8 p.m.)
Monday, June 23 - Tuesday, June 24 (2-8 p.m.)

Volunteering at the Library

Looking for information on how to volunteer? Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page.

To stay up to date on our latest Teen programs, services, and opportunities, follow us on Instagram at teens.opl.