Totally Tweens

Special programs aimed at independent learners in 3rd-6th grade. Leave parents and younger siblings at the door, and do your own thing. Learn new skills, make new friends and have fun at the library.

Upcoming events

Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Join other tweens for some friendly Mario Kart competition on the big screen! 与其他青少年一起在大屏幕上玩友谊马里奥赛车比赛!

Tweens Gaming & Pop Culture

Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Don't just learn science - DO science with the UI Science Booster Club! This event is for 3rd-6th graders. 与UI科学促进会一起动手进行科学实践, 面向3-6年级同学。

Tweens Science & Technology

Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Tweens are invited to a monthly book club to listen to a graphic novel read-aloud. We'll enjoy a 30-minute excerpt of a different book each month, and then do an activity based on the book. Plus, cookies will be served! For our October meeting...

Tweens Book Discussion

Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Boba tea, also known as bubble tea, originated in Taiwan in the 1980s. The drink is made by combining milk tea with chewy tapioca balls. Join us as we cook dried tapioca balls and combine them with other yummy ingredients to make a delicious...

Tweens Arts & Crafting Science & Technology

Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 1:00pm

Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C, Meeting Room D

Sign up to compete in the Library's Annual Chess Tournament in memory of Steve Young. For children in grades 3rd-6th. Children in grades 2nd and below may register if they are USCF members. USCF membership is NOT required (except for those 2nd...

Tweens Gaming & Pop Culture

Thursday, November 21, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Don't just learn science - DO science with the UI Science Booster Club! This event is for 3rd-6th graders. 与UI科学促进会一起动手进行科学实践, 面向3-6年级同学。

Tweens Science & Technology

Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 4:00pm

Storytime Room

Combine art, nature, science, and the DIY spirit to craft simple, seasonal salves and bath salts to soothe and protect your dry winter skin. These can be given as gifts this holiday season or kept to enjoy yourself! NOTE: Beeswax, olive oil, and...

Tweens Arts & Crafting Classes & Workshops Science & Technology