November Teen Zone Newsletter
Teen Events and Volunteer Opportunities at Coeur d'Alene Public Library
Hi! I’m Angela Flock, the Teen Librarian at Coeur d’Alene Public Library, and this is the place where you can keep up-to-date on everything that’s happening for teens at our library. This edition covers the events and volunteer opportunities happening in November.
Here’s November’s event poster:
You can download the easy-to-print pdf version of this poster here:
Teen Events & Volunteer Opportunities
We always have events that need a little help with set-up and teardown. Some are weekly clubs, and some are special events. Does one of these sound like something you’d like to attend? You can earn volunteer hours during the event if you help set-up/teardown.
Want to help? Email me by clicking on the volunteer opportunity images below.
WEEKLY EVENTS
In a Teen Zone Minute (Ages 12+) – Tuesdays in November (released by 4 pm) - on Tiktok and Substack
Get a quick virtual update from our Teen Librarian about teen events, library services, volunteer opportunities, and more on TikTok (@cdalibrary) or here on our CDA Teen Zone Newsletter Substack. (Need something more accessible? The update on Substack is available in video, podcast, & text-only formats.)
Creative Arts Club – Thursdays Nov 7, 14, 21 (4-5 pm) - In the Teen Zone
Make art—and friends! Explore your creative, crafty, artistic side, and get help when you’re struggling creatively. We’ll have art and crochet supplies available to inspire your creations, or you can bring a project from home! (for 12-19yo)
Gamers’ Guild – Fridays November 1, 8, 15, 22 (4-5:30 pm) - In the Teen Zone
Play games together! Hangout with other local teens while playing games like chess, UNO, the Wild Rift on the library’s iPads, retro Nintendo games on the Switch Lites, board games from our Library of Things, or bring your own game to play! (for 12-19yo)
SPECIAL EVENTS & 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.
Beginning Origami - Sunday, Nov 3 (12-1:30pm) - In the Nelson Room
Join us for a fun and creative origami class where we’ll be making origami doves and swans. This class is perfect for beginners and welcomes all skill levels. Whether you’re new to origami or looking to connect with fellow origami enthusiasts, you’ll enjoy this hands-on workshop (for ages 12+).
If you’d like to help with this, email me (cdateens@cdalibrary.org) to let me know.
Ukulele Club - Saturday, Nov 9 (3-4:30pm) - In the Community 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)
Have ukulele skills and want to help? Show up a little before and after to help set-up and teardown, and let the club leader know that you’d like to assist people during the event.
SMASH! Super Smash Bros Tourney - Friday, Nov 15 (4-5:30pm) - In the Community Room
In honor of International Games Month, we’re hosting a Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament. Sign-up at the door! Compete to win fun prizes! Find us in the Community Room. (for ages 8+)
Competitors must use set rules and game settings (that will be explained at the event) and the library’s equipment (not your own) to ensure that gameplay is as fair for everyone as possible. We will be using Super Smash Bros Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch (without DLC’s).
If you’d like to help me with this, email me (cdateens@cdalibrary.org) to let me know.
Dungeons & Dragons Guild - Friday, Nov 22 (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.
No follow-up by participants is required. Pre-made character sheets are available, but adventurers may bring their own homemade characters (3rd level only please). Please visit our website for more information. 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.
Holiday Craft Fair - Saturday, Nov 30 (10-5pm) - In the Community Room
Get your gift shopping done and sprinkle some magic at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library! Dive into a treasure trove of handmade goodies and local art. Plus, vendor fees benefit the Friends of the Library. Let’s shop till we drop and spread some library love! (for all-ages)
If you’d like to help with this, email me (cdateens@cdalibrary.org) to let me know.
OTHER TEEN SERVICES
Think we should offer something different or have fresh ideas? Fill-out the survey at tinyurl.com/cdateensurvey23, and let your voice be heard! Share what's on your mind, and let us know what library programs and services you care about--or wish we had. Your opinion matters!
If any of the above opportunities sounds like something you’d like to do while volunteering, please let me know by emailing 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. Feel free to stop by and say “hi” sometime.
Hope I see you around! :)
