March Teen Zone Newsletter
Teen Events and Volunteer Opportunities at Coeur d'Alene Public Library
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VIRTUAL TUESDAYS • TWO ONCE-A-MONTH SERIES
In a Teen Zone Minute (Ages 12+) – Every 1st Tuesday, March 4 (released by 4 pm)
Get a quick virtual monthly update from our Teen Librarian about teen events, library services, volunteer opportunities, and more on TikTok (@cdalibrary), Instagram (@cdalibrary), or here on our CDA Teen Zone Newsletter Substack.
Click below to watch!
ClassicBookTok (Ages 12+) – Every 2nd Tuesday, March 11 (released by 4 pm)
Each month, a new Young Adult Classic will be selected to be introduced on TikTok (@cdalibrary), Instagram (@cdalibrary), or on our ClassicBookTok Substack. Find out if it’s available as a Digital Book Club title. Use the accompanying #ClassicBookTok guide (in CDA Library’s copy only) to create a classic book club with your friends and/or join the virtual readalong on Storygraph.
March’s book of choice is “The Wizard of Oz”. Let me, our Teen Librarian, know if you have suggestions for future Young Adult Classic selections.
Subscribe to classicbooktok.substack.com to stay updated.
WEEKLY AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB
TGIF Club – Fridays, March 7, 14, 21 (4-5:30 pm) - In the Teen Zone
Join us every Friday in the Teen Zone for an afternoon of creativity, fun, and friendship. Make art, play games—hangout! It's the perfect way to kick off your weekend and make new friends (for 12-19yo)
SPECIAL CHALLENGES
Idaho Teen Reading Challenge – Oct 1 to Apr 30
Read 8 books from 10 categories and win prizes! Get 1 prize book for every 4 books you read. Be eligible for a grand prize for reading all 8! (Prizes are specific to the Coeur d’Alene Public Library.) Pickup a Reading Journal (from the Teen Zone) for more information, or go here: https://cdateenzone.weebly.com/books/itrc-24-25 for informational bookmarks, booklists, and more!
This is a statewide challenge (by ICfL) that is designed for teens, ages 12-19 years old.
Julie Meier Writer’s Competition - Entries due March 31
The Writer's Competition at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library is one of the oldest and most prestigious contests of its kind in the Inland Northwest. In 1987, Library Director Julie Meier perceived the need to discover and recognize talented writers in our regional community and to challenge young people and adults to take an interest in writing and to hone their skills. Another goal of the Writer's Competition is to reveal great authors living in our midst (for all-ages).
Click here for more information about how to enter: https://cdalibrary.org/events/#tab2
ALL-AGE EVENTS TEENS CAN PARTICIPATE IN
House Plant Swap (All-ages) - Saturday, March 8 (1-3pm) - in the Community Room
Do you have a green thumb or simply want to add some life to your living space? Join us at the library for a special event where you can swap houseplant cuttings with fellow plant enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just getting started, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your houseplant cuttings to share and discover new varieties to take home. No cuttings? No problem! The library will provide a selection of cuttings, so you can join in the fun even if you don’t have any to bring. (for all-ages)
Ukulele Club (All-ages) - Saturday, March 8 (3-4:30pm) - In the Nelson Room
Want to play ukulele with others? Join local ukulele enthusiast, “Birdie” (Brittany Clapp-Abdella), for a monthly community Ukulele Club. Learn to play the ukulele while you play songs. At this time, you must bring your own ukulele. Email me (cdateens@cdalibrary.org) if you’d like us to provide a uke for you. (for all-ages)
Dungeons & Dragons Guild (Ages 13+) - Friday, March 21 (4-7pm) - In the Community Room
Adventurers from all walks of life may participate in monthly one-shot dungeon campaigns for treasure, glory, and fellowship. Campaigns will be based on a simplified version of 2014 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons rules so that anyone can participate. Campaigns hold 3 to 4 players and will be one-shot gaming sessions that finish within 2-3 hours. Pre-made character sheets are available, but adventurers may bring their own homemade characters (3rd level only please). Each month will be a new adventure! Wandering adventurers are welcome but registration is encouraged to help us prepare. Adventure, gold, and glory awaits! HUZZAH! (for ages 13+)
If you’d like to help with this, email me (cdateens@cdalibrary.org) to let me know.
New Season, New Bookmark (Ages 13+) - Saturday, March 29 (12-2pm) - In the Community Room
Bring a friend and spend the afternoon at the Library making bookmarks! Celebrate the coming of spring by making a plant and flower themed felt or collage bookmark. We will provide a selection of felt and collage supplies for you to personalize your creation. Come create a beautiful placeholder for your reading adventures. (for ages 13+)
OTHER TEEN SERVICES
Think we should offer something different or have fresh ideas? Fill-out the Teen Survey and let your voice be heard!
If any of the above opportunities sounds like something you’d like to do while volunteering, please email me at cdateens@cdalibrary.org. Or if you can think of another volunteer option that you’d like to try, let me know, and we’ll see if it’s possible.
Okay, I think that’s it from me. Hope I see you around! :)
