Teens

The Summer Read Finale will be held at the library on Thu., July 31 between 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The KONA Ice Truck will be serving shaved ice (while supplies last), there will be face painting provided by Bluffton Art Co., sidewalk chalk art and other activities!  The Duckie Cosplay Winner will be announced at 4:30 p.m.!  

Read with a Dog (Pet Partners) (R): Our furry friends are back! This is a great way to earn some reading time with a furry canine friend on Fri., July 25 at 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Register in person or online if interested in reading with a Pet Partners Dog during this time! Open to children/teens (with a participating adult).

Bluffton’s Got Talent! (R) will be held on Tue., July 22 at 6:00 p.m. Do you sing, play an instrument, dance, recite poetry or tell jokes?  Showcase your talent in the library’s Richland room!  The Library will provide a keyboard, microphone, sound system, and judges will be present to award prizes. All acts must be family friendly.  All participants will receive an entry ticket for the Summer Program grand prize drawing of their choice. Register for a time slot and a chance to win the title!

"Night at the Museum" Escape Room: Fri., July 18 starting at 11 a.m. in the library’s lower level. This program is family friendly and suitable for ages 8 and up. It’s perfect for solo explorers, or groups of 4-6 friends. We ask that those under age 12 have someone responsible, aged 18+ with them throughout the challenge.  Participants will have an hour to help the museum’s night security guard, Mr. Jenkins follow a series of clues to trap the mischievous Djinn, who escaped from the new museum exhibit– not on his watch!

The Heist (grades 6-12) (R): Thu., July 31 at 6:00 p.m. This is the Bluffton Public Library’s final event for teens - invite your friends and come into the library to help pull off a heist! Register in person or online

Cozy Day Party (grades 6-12) (R) is scheduled for Mon., July 21 at 5:00 p.m. Bring a comfy blanket, wear comfy clothes and enjoy pizza, movies, and games at the library! Bring a friend! Snacks are included. Register in person or online.

Flex Your Facts Virtual Trivia (grades 6-12) (R) will be held Wed., July 16 at 1:00 p.m. Show off your knowledge in a friendly game of trivia! Bring a friend! Snacks will be provided. Register in person or online.

Present Your Passions (grades 6-12) (R): Prepare a 3-10 minute Power Point presentation on any appropriate topic you are interested in, and meet up at the library on Wed., July 9 at 3:00 p.m. to present! Bring a friend! Snacks will be included. Register in person or online.

Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held at the library June 26-28 in the library’s lower level. Sale proceeds benefit library services, materials, and programs. Your purchase at this sale goes to enriching Bluffton and the surrounding community.

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