• By Mia Jordan
• Posted Monday, June 10, 2024

Check out the Forsyth County Public Library Teen Programs for June and July

Forsyth County Public Library
Teen Services Program Listings
June-July 2024

All Forsyth County Public Library programs are free and open to the public.
You do not need a Forsyth County Public Library card to attend library programs.
Please call 336-703-3081 for more information on teen programming and resources.
Want more ways to connect? Subscribe to the Forsyth County Public Library’s monthly email newsletter for teens.

Systemwide Programs:

Summer Reading Program
June 7-July 26
All Forsyth County Public Library locations
All ages. Starting on Friday, June 7, pick up a Summer Reading log at any of our Forsyth County Public Library locations or print one off from our Summer Reading website. The more you read and/or the more library programs you attend this summer, the more times you will be entered into drawings for prizes. All logs are due back by Wednesday, July 26.

Systemwide Creative Writing Contest
June 7-July 26
Children (12 and younger) and teens (13-17) are invited to submit their best adventurous tale for a chance to win a prize and be featured on forsythlibrary.org! Entries must be fewer than 2,500 words and typed double-spaced (maximum 10 pages). Entries can be dropped off at any Library branch or emailed to Christine by Wednesday, July 26.

Healthy Summer Cooking with Chef Floyd Davis
Clemmons Branch Library- Friday, June 14 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Southside Branch Library- Friday, June 21 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Lewisville Branch Library- Wednesday, June 26 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch Library- Friday, June 28 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Walkertown Branch Library- Wednesday, July 10 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center- Friday, July 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Reynolda Manor Branch Library- Wednesday, July 17 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Paddison Memorial Branch Library - Friday, July 19 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Summer is the perfect time to cook on the grill, enjoy some good barbecue, and spend time with family and friends. Make this summer a healthy summer with a recipe from the Library’s very own Chef Floyd Davis. In June, Chef Floyd will turn up the heat on the grill with a sampling of portobello mushroom burgers while supplies last.

Forsyth County Central Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101 | 336-703-3080
Contact Mia for more information on these programs.

Tai Chi at Central
Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Central Library Auditorium or Lawn (depending on the weather)
Ages 12 and up. Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise, a method of moving meditation and a means of cultivating health and well-being. Tai Chi is suitable for all ages and abilities so it's never too late to start. Classes will be held in the Central Library Auditorium or outside on the lawn depending on the weather. For more information, email Tony or call him at 336-703-2952.

Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
Saturdays from 2-4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Drop-in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.

Arts and Crafts on the Go
Mondays (June 10-July 29)
Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
Week of June 10: Vacation Ceramic Tile Coasters
Week of June 17: Rainbow Straw Weaving Bracelet
Week of June 24: Clay Tree Spirits
Week of July 1: Rainbow Scratch Art Bookmarks
Week of July 8: Painted Seashells Magnets
Week of July15: Checkerboard Bead Bracelet
Week of July 22: Painted Paper Folding Fans
Week of July 29: Origami Flapping Bird
Central Library Teen Central (second floor)
Ages 12-18. Teens can pick up a DIY to-go craft kit during select weeks every month while supplies last. For more information, call 336-703-3035.

Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Floyd Davis
Every other Tuesday this summer at 3:30 p.m.
June 11 - Rainbow Fruit Skewers
June 25 - Cucumber Salad
July 9 - Boba Tea
July 23 - Guacamole
Central Library- Kitchen (first floor)
Ages 12-18. If you can’t stand the heat, get into the Central Library kitchen and learn how to make a cool summer snack with Chef Floyd Davis. No experience in the kitchen required, but you must sign program waivers. If you have any allergies or food restrictions, please let us know when you register and we will try to accommodate them. To register, email Mia.

STEAM for Teens and Tweens
Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. from June 12 through July 24
June 12 – Build a Catapult
June 19 - Pumpkin Pie in a Bag
June 26 - Fluffy Rainbow Slime
July 3 - Stomp Rockets
July 10 – 3D Printing Demo
July 17 - Cargo on the Move
July 24 - Homemade Bubble Solution
July 31 - Art and the Cosmic Connection
Central Library Makerspace
Ages 9-18. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Email Mia for more information.

Teen Art Hour
Second and Fourth Thursdays at 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 13: Pearler Beads Pride Flag or Heart
Thursday, June 27: Melted Crayon Galaxy Necklace
Thursday, July 11: Ocean Candles
Thursday, July 25: Tie-dye Tote Bags
Central Library- Teen Central (second floor)
Ages 12-18. Do you love to make art? Join us for the Teen Art Hour to make fun and interesting art together. There will be great projects available for people of all skill levels. For more information, email Lisseth or call her at 336-703-3035.

Money Management for Teens
Tuesday, June 18 at 3:30 p.m.
Ages 12- 18. Parents/guardians welcome. Learn all about money management and banking from Michelle Shanks of Summit Credit Union.

Choosing your Career with the College Foundation of North Carolina
Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m.
This webinar will help you identify your interests, explore occupations, and plan your career journey. Registration is required to receive a Zoom link to the webinar. Email Mia for more information.
Register in advance for this class here.

FAFSA, Scholarships, and Financial Aid with the College Foundation of North Carolina
Thursday, July 11 at 6 p.m.
This webinar will help you learn about state, federal, and private financial resources that can help pay for college. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Email Mia for more information.
Register in advance for this class here.

Intro to Improv for Teens with The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem
Monday, July 15 at 3:30 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Learn the basics of improv, a theatrical technique actors use to help them become more adaptable on stage.

Tissue-paper Painting
Tuesday, July 23 at 5:30 p.m.
Ages 15 and up. Who needs paint to paint? Create with tissue paper, markers, and water. Registration is required. Email Tory to register.

Planning for College with the College Foundation of North Carolina (en español)
Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m.
Central Library Makerspace
This in-person and virtual program offered by the College Foundation of North Carolina will help you plan for college. Topics include finding the right college, taking college classes while in high school, exploring majors, and more. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Email Lisseth to register.

Planificación para la universidad con el College Foundation of North Carolina
25 de julio a las 6 p.m.
Este programa que esta ofreciendo el College Foundation of North Carolina es presencial y virtual. El programa te ayudará a planificar para la universidad. Los temas incluyen cómo encontrar la universidad adecuada, cómo tomar clases universitarias mientras estás en la escuela secundaria, cómo explorar especialidades y más. Es requerido registrarse para recibir el enlace de Zoom. Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a Lisseth para registrarse.

Teen Library Takeover
Saturday, July 27 from 4-8 p.m.
Central Library
Ages 12-18. Hang out in the Central Library after hours for crafts, games, and food, including a cupcake-decorating contest. Registration is required. Email Mia to register.

Clemmons Branch Library
6365 James St., Clemmons, NC 27105| 336-703-2920
Email Jennifer for more information on these programs.

Gaming Saturdays
Saturdays, June 8 and July 6 from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Grades 1-12. Come play Xbox games, computer games, and VR games with our headset.

Intro to Acting for Teens with The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem
Monday, June 17 at 2 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Learn the basic theatrical techniques actors use to help them become more adaptable on stage.

All-Ages Chess Club
Tuesdays, June 25 and July 23 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Improve your game by playing chess with other club members. Beginners and experienced chess players are welcome. Other board games are available to play as well.

Wire-Wrapped Jewelry for Tweens and Teens
Saturday, July 27 from 2-4 p.m.
Learn to make wire-wrapped jewelry. Supplies are limited. Call 336-703-2923 or email Jennifer to register.

Lewisville Branch Library
6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC 27023 | 336-703-2940
Contact Raegen for more information on these programs.

Family Game Night
Thursdays, June 27 and July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m.
All ages. Bring a friend, family member, or just yourself to play board games. Light snacks will be provided. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling.

Teen Chess Club
Wednesdays, June 26 and July 31 at 4 p.m.
Improve your game by playing chess with other club members. Beginners and experienced chess players are welcome.

Shark Week at the Lewisville Library
July 22-26
All ages. Enjoy a week of games, crafts, and a shark-themed movie marathon.

Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
1110 E. Seventh St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101| 336-703-2950
Contact Alisa for more information on these programs.

Gardening Together
Wednesdays at 9 a.m. (June 3-July 24)
Ages 4-17. Bring your children to work with Malloy/Jordan’s own master gardeners to help plant, maintain, and harvest seedlings in a square-foot gardening project.

Juneteenth Celebration
Wednesday, June 19 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Ages 8 and up. Celebrate and learn the history of Juneteenth. The North Carolina Black Repertory Company and Greater Vision Dance Company will perform in the auditorium, followed by games and treats in the garden.

Tie-dye Class
Saturday, June 22 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Ages 8 and up. Registration and your own white or light-colored shirt are required. Call the branch or email Alisa to register.

Teen Game Night
Tuesday, July 16 from 5-7 p.m.
Engage in some friendly competition over a board game or with a virtual reality headset.

Teen Jeopardy
Tuesday, July 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Ages 13-18. Come play Malloy/Jordan's version of the classic TV game show. Registration is required. Call the branch or email Alisa to register.

Paddison Memorial Branch Library
248 Harmon Lane, Kernersville, NC 27284 | 336-703-2930
Contact Stefanie for more information on these programs.

Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.

LEGO Club for Teens
Mondays, June 3 and July 1 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Build LEGO projects based on a theme.

Saturday Gaming Meetup
June 8 and July 13 from 1-4 p.m.
Teens and adults are invited to play tabletop and strategy games in a friendly, inclusive environment.

STEAM for Teens
Mondays, June 10 and July 8 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration is required. Email Stefanie to register.

Teen Writers’ Group
Mondays, June 17 and July 15 at 4 p.m.
Published author and Library Assistant Bianca will lead teens through writing exercises, feedback sharing, and Q and A sessions.

Reynolda Manor Branch Library
2839 Fairlawn Drive NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27106| 336-703-2960
Contact Priscilla for more information on these programs.

Creative Button Making
Wednesdays, June 5 and July 3 at 4:30 p.m.
Ages 9-18. Make buttons with magazines, templates, and construction paper.

Tiny Art Project and Show
June 6-July 27
All ages. Pick up an art kit and see how much creativity you can fit in four square inches. Return your mini masterpiece by Friday, June 28 and come back for the art show in July.

Family Film Fridays
Friday, June 21 and July 19 at 3:30 p.m.
Bring your own snacks for a screening of Trolls Band Together” (Rated PG) in June and Wonka (Rated PG) in July.

Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch Library
7125 Broad St., Rural Hall, NC 27045| 336-703-2970
Contact Yolanda for more information on teen programs.

Silent Disco
Wednesday, June 26 at 4 p.m.
Get your summer dance music playlist ready and bring your device and headphones to the Rural Hall Silent Disco.

Teen Taste Test Challenge
Wednesday, July 10 at 6 p.m.
Take your taste buds on a flavor adventure and see how many snack foods you can identify with just your sense of taste. Registration required. Email Yolanda to register.

Southside Branch Library
3185 Buchanan St., Winston-Salem, NC 27127| 336-703-2980
Contact Haley for information on teen programs.

Tween and Teen Fantasy Map Making
Wednesday, June 12 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-17. Craft intricate and imaginative maps inspired by fantasy worlds from literature. Registration required. Call the branch to register.

Middle School Book Club
Thursdays, June 13 and July 11 at 6 p.m.
Click here for additional information.

High School Book Club
Thursdays, June 27 and July 25 at 6 p.m.
Click here for additional information.

Intro to Improv for Teens with The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem
Thursday, July 18 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Learn the basics for improv, a theatrical technique actors use to help them become more adaptable on stage.

Bookish Buttons for Tweens and Teens
Tuesday, July 23 at 4 p.m.
Make buttons out of old books, magazines, and graphic novels.

Walkertown Branch
2969 Main St., Walkertown, NC 27051| 336-703-2990
Contact Rodney for information on teen programs.

Photo Editing for Kids and Teens/Community Photo Editing Contest
Tuesday, June 11 at 10 a.m.
Ages 10-17. After learning how to edit photographs, transport a photo of a local landmark into an adventure story and enter it in the Community Photo Editing Contest. Entries are due July 15 and voting runs from July 16-27.

Adventure Cupcakes
Friday, June 14 at 3 p.m.
Tweens and Teens. After decorating adventure-themed cupcakes, take your frosted creations on a local adventure and photograph just how far the cupcakes traveled before being eaten.

Competing Robots
Thursday, June 27 at 4 p.m.
Racers, start your robots! After making hexbug nanos out of toothbrush heads, we’ll host the first-ever Walkertown Robot Race! See how far and fast your STEM creations can go!

Adventure to Taiwan: Strawberry Boba Tea
Friday, June 28 at 4 p.m.
Experience a taste of Tiawan by learning how to make strawberry boba tea!