Things to Do Teen Events

Drop-In Game Day for Teens

June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 5pm to 6pm

Teens, drop-in to the South Mandarin Branch Library to play board games and card games featuring new and old favorites. Snacks will be provided. Free and open to teens 12 to 18. Jacksonville Public Library, South Mandarin Branch / 904-255-2665 / 12125 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223 / jaxpubliclibrary.org

Empowering High-Achieving Students for College and Career Success

June 7, 7pm

Are you a parent of a high-achieving student who wants to provide the best opportunities for your child’s future success? This hourlong interactive webinar is designed to equip you with practical approaches to maximize your student’s opportunities for advancement in their college and career interests. A wide range of topics, including course selection, study and executive function skills assessment, extracurricular experiences best for high-achieving students, and development of soft skills for career preparation, will be covered. This webinar is an excellent opportunity for parents to gain insights and tips on how to support their child’s success and prepare them for a rewarding future. Free. Revolution Prep / 877-738-7737 / www.revolutionprep.com

Teen Cooking: Cooking with a Waffle Iron

June 7, 14, 2:30pm to 3:30pm Teens 12-18, join Joan for the challenge of making food other than waffles on a waffle iron. The class will be held in two parts over two weeks. In part one, teens will learn how to make savory meals using the waffle iron. Part two will teach participants how to make unique desserts using the waffle iron. RSVP is highly recommended, as limited space is available. This program begins promptly at 2:30pm. Teens who RSVP should arrive early at 2:20pm. At 2:30pm, walk-ins will be accepted. Free to attend. St. Johns County Public Library, Ponte Vedra Beach Branch / 904-827-6950 / 101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 / sjcpls.org

Big and Teen Chef: Imagine the Pastabilities • June 12, 6pm

Big Chef-Teen Chef series classes are designed specifically for a guardian/parent, older sibling (18 or older), etc., paired with a young chef. Each pair will work together (along with the rest of the students) to create delicious recipes that are appropriate for adults and teens alike. Big Chef must be 18 or older. Teen Chef age range is 13 to 17 years old. Learn how pasta can be much more than just added to plain sauce. The menu features Rigatoni Quattro Fromaggi, Spaghetti and Ricotta Meatballs, Chicken Long Rice (Hawaiian-Style Rice Noodle Dish), and Toasted Pound Cake with Macerated Strawberries and Whipped Cream. Cost is $85. Price is for a parent/teen combo, add one seat to cart.

Publix Aprons Cooking School / 904-262-4187 / 10500 San Jose Blvd Ste 36, Jacksonville, FL 32257 / www.publix.com

Safe Sitter® Class

June 16, July 21, 9:30am to 4:30pm

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills, such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information, like what to do if there’s severe weather. Students will get to use CPR manikins to practice CPR or choking rescue. Upon completion of the course, each student will receive a certificate indicating they completed all course requirements as a Safe Sitter. Cost is $55 per teen, paid at the class.

June 16 – Baptist North Medical Campus

July 21 – Winston Family YMCA Baptist Health / 904-202-2229 / www.baptistjax.com

Baptist North Medical Campus Y Healthy Living Center / 11236 Baptist Health Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32218 Winston Family YMCA / 221 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Princess and Queens Event

July 15, 8am to 5pm

The Well Christian Women's Network and Wonder Women of Faith are hosting the Princess and Queens event for young ladies ages 9 to 18 years old. This will be a symposium that will encourage young ladies to be the best they can be. They will receive spirit-filled information on a productive and full life. Through this all-day event, participants will realize their beauty and worth. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, and each participant will receive a gift bag. Free to attend, but please register so they know how many to expect.

Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church and School / 904-878-7840 / 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32256 / www.thewellchristianwomensnetwork.com

Gamer Play-Off

July 22, 2pm to 4pm

Teens 12 to 18 are invited to join library staff and compete in a video game tournament to win the monthly title, Gamer Champ. Free to participate.

Jacksonville Public Library, Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch / 904-255-2665 / 918 Edgewood Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL 32208 / jaxpubliclibrary.org