Teen Homeschooled: The Midnight Hotel Escape Room
After Mr. Black is murdered, you and the rest of his guests are invited to his memorial at the Midnight Hotel. Work together to discover who tried to swipe the blackmail, where it's stored, and figure out the password to open it in this tabletop escape room by the makers of Clue. Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Homeschool. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Watch: Five Nights at Freddy's
Watch the original movie, eat pizza, and make paper plate mascots of your favorite FNAF characters. Rated PG-13. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Blaine Thompson. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teens Ugly Pumpkin Contest
You've heard of an Ugly Sweater contest, but now it's time for an Ugly Pumpkin contest. Create your ugly pumpkin masterpiece to be judged by staff and win cool prizes. All supplies will be provided. Open to the first 10 teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Play: Haunted Bingo
Play bingo with a spooky twist to win candy and prizes. Come in costume* for extra goodies. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
*Costumes cannot include weapons (even fake ones) and masks can only be worn while at the event, not in the rest of the library. Thank you for your cooperation.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Make: Fuse Bead Monsters
Compete in trivia about cryptids while you create glow-in-the-dark ghosts, cryptids, and other monsters out of fuse beads. Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Michelle. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Open Mic
Perform a talent, sing karaoke, share a story or poem, or just enjoy the show with friends. Costumes are welcome, but fake weapons are prohibited, and masks can only be worn while at the program. Please register online in advance. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Music Programs. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Play: Retro Games
Play iconic games on old school consoles like the SNES, GameCube, and the original PlayStation. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Art Show Reception
Meet and celebrate our fall teen artists, Chloe, Lyric, and Caitlin while enjoying live music played by our teen musician, Ada. All ages are welcome at this event.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen DIY: Junk Journaling
Turn trash into treasure and walk away with a fun journal for collecting sentimental keepsakes, quotes, and more. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Make: Stress Less Crafts
Relax with projects like diamond art stickers, DIY stress balls, and calming jars. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Speed-Puzzling Competition
Work in teams and race to be the first to complete a jigsaw puzzle. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Paint: Book Page Art
Transform old book pages with paint to create original art with a vintage flair. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Silent Book Club + Book Box
Reading can be solitary, so let’s read together. Bring a book or choose one of ours, grab a quiet snack, and get cozy. We’ll begin and end with a quick chat about books, but otherwise we’ll read on our own (together). While supplies last, teens who attend will receive the Dragon's Blaze Book Box that includes snacks, trinkets, and a book perfect for teens who love stories full of dragons, danger, and deceit. Any leftovers will be available by lottery after the program with priority given to teens who have never received a Book Box before. The form will be open until Thursday, November 12 at 11:59 p.m. and you can find it here: https://forms.gle/Ndbj9iM1FRm9fAr76. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Book & Film Discussions. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Taste Test: Pies
Sample a variety of pies, rank them, and vote for your favorite. Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Unbirthday Party
It's probably not your birthday, but let's party like it is. Join us for cake, a birthday-themed trivia competition, and DIY party hats and favors. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Join us virtually or in person to share your ideas, give feedback, and earn volunteer credit. This month, celebrate the anniversary of TAG, help decide on a contest for the spring, and check out the bookmark contest finalists. To sign up to attend virtually, click the sign-up button. New teens are always welcome. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Friends & Advisory Group Meetings. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Online & In person (Headquarters Library).
Teens Play: Mini Game Challenge
Compete in quick, fun games using ordinary items like balloons, chopsticks, rubber bands, and cups. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Meet: Therapy Dogs
Stressed with studies or exams? Relax with dogs from our local chapter of Alliance Therapy Dogs. Learn about them and their training or simply enjoy some stress relief. Please register online in advance. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Mini Renaissance Faire
Enter a realm of knights, fairies, wizards, and wonder. Enjoy Renaissance-themed crafts, games, trinket trading, and a costume contest. Costumes cannot include weapons (even fake ones) and masks can only be worn while at the party, not in the rest of the library. Thank you for your cooperation. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
Compete to be the ultimate brawler to win bragging rights and a $20 gift card. Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Chaunce. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Paint by Numbers
Not an artist? No problem. Join us to make canvas paintings using the classic and easy paint-by-numbers method. For teens ages 12-18 or for grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teens Make: Custom Mugs
Draw a design to decorate a mug, then we'll use a heat press to make it permanent. Open to the first 12 teens. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Make: Bedazzled Accessories
Decorate claw clips, sunglasses, and more with beads, rhinestones, and embellishments to complement your style. Open to the first 20 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: D&D
Work together in this Dungeons & Dragons one-shot adventure. Newcomers and all experience levels are welcome, however all characters played should be level 1. Open to the first 8 teens to register online. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Homeschooled: Speed-Puzzling Competition
Work in teams and race to be the first to complete a jigsaw puzzle to win a gift card. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Homeschool. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Write On: Novel Workshop
Work on a character, a scene, or start a new project during National Novel Writing Month. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Play: D&D
Enter a world of magic and wonder and go on an epic adventure in Dungeons & Dragons. Open to the first 8 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Board Game Cafe
Enjoy hot chocolate and play a variety of board games like Werewords, Hues and Clues, and Sorry. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win prizes. Program presented by Bella, our Teen Intern. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Close at 6pm
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries close at 6:00 pm.
Category: Closings.
Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Thanksgiving.
Category: Closings.
Thursday, November 26, 2026 – Friday, November 27, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teens Make: K-Pop Journals
Listen to K-Pop music while you personalize a journal filled with your favorite groups, lyrics, and moments. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own fan items too. Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, November 30, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Make: Holiday Cards
Make and decorate your own holiday cards for your friends and family. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens To-Go: The Final Chapter
Choose a wrapped book to keep based on genre, keyword descriptions, and assorted bookish goodies. Available while supplies last and given out to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only. One per teen.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Hangout: Sticker Therapy
Listen to relaxing music and use themed stickers to furnish and decorate cozy room scenes. Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Make: Holiday Ornaments
Enjoy hot chocolate and create a beaded lantern or candy cane ornament. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Fandom Ornaments
Choose to paint or decoupage photos of your favorite fandom characters onto wooden ornaments. Please register online in advance. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teen Makes: Holiday Coffee Sleeves
Create a seasonal coffee sleeve to decorate your coffee cup and protect your hands. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Taste Test: Holiday Cookies
Try a variety of seasonal cookies and vote for your favorite. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Watch Party: Elf
Make sparkly 3-D assemblage ornaments while you watch Elf. Rated PG. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Join us virtually or in person to share your ideas, give feedback, and earn volunteer credit. This month we’ll review and celebrate 2026, brainstorm ideas for 2027, and discuss what you actually want out of the library. To sign up to attend virtually, click the sign-up button. New teens are always welcome. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Friends & Advisory Group Meetings. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Gift Workshop
Use a Cricut, a sewing machine, and provided supplies to make custom, personalized items to give as presents or keep for yourself. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Homeschooled: Holiday Party
Drink hot chocolate, make festive crafts, and participate in a gift exchange game (all gifts provided) to get in the holiday spirit. For homeschooled teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, December 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Karaoke: Christmas Music
Sing your favorite Christmas song or just enjoy the show with friends. Both performers and audience members must be teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, December 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Write: Worldbuilding 101
Practice your map-making skills and learn how to handcraft an immersive world for your D&D group, writing project, or just for fun. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Li. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, December 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Volunteens: Blankets for Hospital Patients
Work with other teens to create comfy, no-sew blankets to help support oncology patients at Spartanburg Regional. Open to the first 20 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Board Game Night
Play a variety of games like Blank Slate, Code Names, chess, checkers, and more. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Chaunce. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teen Watch Party: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Enjoy the movie and make a glow-in-the-dark character ornament. Rated PG. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Play: Grinchmas Games
Learn your Grinch name, participate in a Grinch heist swap, solve Grinch word riddles, and discover who's the grinchiest. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Jane Austen Tea Party for Teens
Dress up and celebrate Jane Austen's birthday with parlor games and dances, themed treats, and discussion with other fans about her work and world. Please register online in advance. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Open Mic
Perform a talent, sing karaoke, or just enjoy the show with friends. Both performers and audience members must be teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Music Programs. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, December 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Bingo: Holiday Edition
Play holiday-themed bingo to win candy and gift-wrapped prizes. Dress in an ugly holiday sweater for extra goodies. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, December 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Holiday Trivia
Compete for festive prizes by answering trivia questions about the holiday season. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Landrum Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Winter Holiday.
Category: Closings.
Wednesday, December 23, 2026 – Saturday, December 26, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teens Make: Original Characters
Draw your OC and create papercraft or fuse bead versions of them, then celebrate your character with buttons, bracelets, and a cosplay* contest. Program planned and presented by Bella, our Teen Department Intern. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
*Costumes cannot include weapons (even fake ones) and masks can only be worn while at the party, not in the rest of the library. Thank you for your cooperation.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, December 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Holiday Music Bingo
Listen to your favorite holiday tunes and play musical bingo for prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, December 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Close at 6pm
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries close at 6:00 pm for New Year's Eve.
Category: Closings.
Thursday, December 31, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teen Slumber Party
Wear your coziest pajamas, enjoy hot chocolate, and settle in for crafting and slumber party games. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, December 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for New Year's.
Category: Closings.
Friday, January 1, 2027.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.