RPL's Teen Zone to showcase several events in February

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12-18 to participate in a variety of events and activities throughout February. These programs are designed to foster learning, creativity, and community in a welcoming space tailored to teens' needs.

Upcoming Events and Activities:

• Mondays, 2:30-4:00 PM - Drop-in Maker Mondays
  Explore fun activities like crafting paper beads, designing paper airplanes, and using 3D pens.
• Wednesday, February 5, Noon - Early Release Activity
  Build structures with gumdrops and toothpicks.
• Saturday, February 8, 10:00 AM - Beginner D&D Program
  Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons. (Sign-up required.)
• Monday, February 10, 6:00-7:00 PM - Alternative Valentine's Party
  Enjoy cookie decorating and music in a relaxed setting.
• Tuesday, February 18, 6:00 PM - Beginner Crochet
  Learn the basics of crochet. (Sign-up required.)
• Monday, February 24, 6:00 PM - Book Group: Comfort Reads
  Share favorite books and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.
• Wednesday, February 26 - Friday, February 28, 1:00-3:30 PM - Babysitting Class
  Gain essential skills in this 4-H-led babysitting class. (Sign-up required.)

Teens are also welcome to drop by anytime to explore the makerspace, play games, solve scavenger hunts, or check out books and Playaway audiobooks.

"These Teen programs are part of the library's ongoing efforts to engage teens, foster learning, and provide a welcoming space for information, studying, socializing, and reading," said Amy Lemelin, Teen Librarian. "The Teen Room is always evolving with our teens' needs in mind."

For more information, contact Amy Lemelin at (603) 335-7549 ext. 7309 or email rplteens@rochesternh.gov. Visit the Teen Room webpage for a full schedule of events.