DEBUT AUTHORS
Their Vicious Games by Joelle Wellington
A fast-paced novel that is packed with thrills and chills. You won’t even begin to imagine the terrors that will unfold within its pages.
Becoming a Queen by Dan Clay
This LGBTQ+ coming-of-age shows readers that hiding one’s true self can lead to tragedy, but living as one’s true self can bring healing and self-acceptance.
So Let Them Burn by Kamilah Cole
A Jamaican-inspired fantasy with strong female leads, magic-wielders and dragon-riders.
The Moonlit Vine by Elizabeth Santiago
An inspiring and moving story about 14-yearold Taína who is desperate to learn more about her heritage and the power of her ancestors.
TEEN NEWSLETTER
April 2024
NEW TEEN SPACE PREVIEW
After almost a year of work, the Library is wrapping up its second-floor renovation and is looking forward to welcoming patrons into the new space!
We are excited to share a preview of the new teen space! We have features that may be familiar as well as some that are brand new:
• Gaming - Our new space will feature a gaming column that has four (4) TV screens and super comfy chairs. We will be offering gaming for PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X and Xbox One. All you need is a Schaumburg Library card to play!
• Seating - The new teen space will have many seating options! We have table-height chairs, tall stools, booth seats, comfy couch chairs and more.
• Supplies Cart - Our Supplies Cart will travel back into the teen space with us! The Supplies Cart has many items for teens to borrow and return (these items will be labeled) in addition to the items that are take-to-keep, including menstrual products, coloring pages and community flyers
• Whiteboard Panels - You will notice a green wall in the back of the new teen space that has glass-like panels. These panels are actually whiteboard walls! You will be able to use dry-erase markers to study, doodle and be creative!
• Desktop Computers - In addition to having laptops, there will also be four (4) desktop computers available for teen use. If you do not have a library card to sign in, stop by the teen desk for a guest pass.
Our new space is bright and fun with lots of room to study, hang out, play games and read. We hope to see you in the new teen space soon!
Teen Services: teenservices@stdl.org • (847) 923-3240
UPCOMING TEEN PROGRAMS
MIDDLE SCHOOL CODING CLUB - GRADES 6-8
Tuesday, April 9 & 23 • 3-3:45 p.m. • Hoffman Estates Branch Meeting Room
TEEN ART STUDIO: PHOTOGRAPHY 101 - 12-19 YEARS
Tuesday, April 9 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
TEEN SOCIAL HOUR - 12-19 YEARS
Wednesday, April 10 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
SOCIAL JUSTICE BOOK DISCUSSION - THE TALK BY DARRIN BELLTEENS & ADULTS
Thursday, April 11 • 7-8 p.m. • Online
TEEN VOLUNTEER HOURS - GRADES 9-12
Saturday, April 13 • 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
TEEN STEAM: GEODE PAINTING - 12-19 YEARS
Monday, April 15 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Hanover Park Branch Meeting Room
SCIENCE EXPLORATION CLUB - GRADES 6-8
Tuesday, April 16 • 5-6 p.m. • Hanover Park Branch Meeting Room
TEEN DIY: DECORATIVE SPRING SIGN - 12-19
Wednesday, April 17 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Workshop
3D DESIGN & PRINT - 12-19 YEARS
Monday, April 22 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
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HYBRID: WELCOME TO HIGH SCHOOL: HOW TO BEGIN PREPARING FOR COLLEGE - TEENS & ADULTS
Wednesday, April 24 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Workshop or Online
TWEEN/TEEN ESCAPE ROOM: ESCAPE THE VIDEO GAME - 11-15 YEARS
Friday, April 26 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Youth Program Room
TEEN SELF CARE: ACTS OF KINDNESS - 12-19 YEARS
Tuesday, April 30 • 6-7 p.m. • Central Craft Room
