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Teen Programs
All Teen programs are free and open to teens in grades 6-12. All supplies provided. No registration necessary unless stated otherwise. Snacks and drinks provided. Sorry, we cannot accommodate for allergies.
Art of America- Celebrate America's 250th Birthday
We're celebrating America's birthday through art- and you get to make it your own! Join us on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room, try your hand at painting, collage, or clay sculpting, and take inspiration from famous American artists. We'll have printed examples to spark your creativity, or you can remix them into your own collage masterpiece! Bring your imagination, friends, and creativity- and help us turn the library into an art gallery!
Get creative and show off your artistic side during National Library Week (April 19-25), when we'll be displaying artwork from the Teen Makerspace for everyone to enjoy.
Free and open to teens, grade 6-12. No registration necessary. All supplies provided.
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snack and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
Get creative and show off your artistic side during National Library Week (April 19-25), when we'll be displaying artwork from the Teen Makerspace for everyone to enjoy.
Free and open to teens, grade 6-12. No registration necessary. All supplies provided.
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snack and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
Teen Activity: Un-Valentine's Day
Not feeling the lovey-dovey vibes? Come celebrate Valentine's Day your way! Make your own grumpy plushie! Monday, February 9, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room, sew it, glue it, fluff it- your choice. We've got all the supplies! Create weird and wacky "Valentine's Potions". Expect messy, mysterious, science-y fun. (What kind of experiments? That's the surprise!)
Whether you're anti-Valentine's Day, creatively chaotic, or just here for the snacks and chaos, this event is for you. Come hang out and make something delightfully un-cute! Free and open to teens, grades 6-12. No registration required.
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snacks and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
Whether you're anti-Valentine's Day, creatively chaotic, or just here for the snacks and chaos, this event is for you. Come hang out and make something delightfully un-cute! Free and open to teens, grades 6-12. No registration required.
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snacks and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
Teen Video Game Night- February
Monday, February 23, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. Free and open to teens, grade 6-12. No registration required. Snacks and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate allergies. You can bring your own games/consoles or use what we have, which include 2 gaming PCS, 2 Oculus quests a Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and our digital boardgame table!
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snack and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
For more information call 740-392-2665 ext. 8310. Snack and beverages will be provided, and we cannot accommodate for allergies.
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The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County partners with Driving-tests.org, a company dedicated to driver safety and education, to offer free Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) practice tests to library patrons. The service includes free tests specifically based on the state’s DMV materials.
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Teen Maker Space
What is Teen Maker Space?
The Makerspace is a dedicated space for teens in grades 6–12 to relax, hang out, and explore their creativity. Whether you're into art, crafts, tech, gaming, or science, there's something here for you. Try out new skills, work on hands-on projects, and connect with others who share your interests. It’s your space to experiment, learn, and have fun—no pressure, just possibilities!
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Teen Maker Space will be closed for the holidays, December 31, 2025.
Teen Maker Space HoursMonday: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday: 3:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. |
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