TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Join us virtually or in person to share your ideas and give feedback. This month, suggest new teen swag, say goodbye to our Teen Intern, and learn about Summer Reading events before they’re public. 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, April 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
ONLINE & In person (Headquarters Library).
Teen DIY: Junk Journals
Use recycled materials, patterned paper, stickers, washi tape, and more to turn blank books into personalized journals. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Spring Break Party
Compete for prizes in an Uno tournament, play games on our Nintendo Switch, and make collages. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Geek Out: Five Nights at Freddy’s
Eat pizza, make themed crafts, debate your favorite games and characters, and watch the first installment movie. Costumes* welcome. Program planned by Joe, our Teen Intern. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Movie rated PG-13. *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.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Write On: Let’s Make a Villain
Develop the tools needed to create a good antagonist in your writing. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, April 13, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teen Silent Book Club
Love to read but want a little company? Bring a book or pick one from the library, grab a quiet snack, and get cozy. We’ll start and end with a quick book chat, but most of the time is yours to read what you love. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Book & Film Discussions. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Play: Life-Sized Clue
Become the characters to solve the mystery of who done it, with what, and where. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Blaine Thompson. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Voting 101 for Teens
Try out real a voting machine, learn how they work from the SC Election Commission, and make "I will vote!" stickers and pinback buttons. If you turn 18 on or before the next election, you can also register to vote. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Educational Workshops. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Recording Studio
Step into the booth and record your vocals over your favorite song. Open to 8 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only. Advance registration is required.
Category: Music Programs. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teen DIY: Raindrop Suncatchers
Use crayon shavings to make spring-themed suncatchers to decorate your window. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Make: Comics & Book Box
Learn the basics of sequential art and storyboarding to create your own comics. While supplies last, teens who attend will receive the Marvel-ous Book Box that includes snacks, trinkets, and graphic novels perfect for fans of superheroes, friendship, and lots of action.
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 Sunday, April 19 at 11:59 p.m. and you can find it here:
https://forms.gle/tnmvskQJ2UC8fpCA6
For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: D&D for Beginners
Embark on an ongoing, simplified Dungeons & Dragons adventure, perfect for both beginners and experienced players. 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, April 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Homeschooled: Planetarium Show
Discover the story behind the historic moment when the first human walked on the moon in this special showing of CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story. After the show, snack on donuts in the Teen Hub and help plan the fandom party scheduled for next month's Homeschooled. For homeschooled teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Planetarium doors close promptly at 1:00 p.m. If you need to leave for any reason, you are welcome to do so, but you will not be able to reenter the theater until the show is finished. Food and drinks are not allowed. Electronic devices should be set to silent. Loud sounds may affect some audience members.
Room: The Planetarium. Category: Planetarium & Science. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Speed Date Books
Meet and sample books, fall in love, and take them home. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Book & Film Discussions. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win prizes. Program presented by Joe, our Teen Intern. 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.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Board Game Night
Play a variety of board games such as Werewords, Telestrations, Mantis, and more. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Pom Pom Crafts
Make an adorable pom-pom from yarn to use as a keychain charm, bookmark, or googly-eyed friend. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Art Show Reception
Meet and celebrate our spring teen artists, Andromeda, Hanna Lapina, and Harper Sprague, and enjoy live music by a teen musician. All ages are welcome at this event.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Anime Society
Vote for the anime you want to watch and chat about the anime you're into. Rated TV-PG to TV-14. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Bookends
Paint and decorate wooden bookends for your home library. Open to the first 10 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum 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 Name: Blaine Thompson. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teens Play: LEGO Challenge
Compete against the clock to build structures out of LEGOs to win prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Final Cram
Fuel your brain and your appetite! during a fun study session where you can load up on knowledge while enjoying some delicious pizza. Prepare to ace your finals! Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Educational Workshops. Contact Name: Chaunce Edwards. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teens Taste Test: Tea
Try a variety of teas from around the world and rate your favorites. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Volunteer Drop-In
Do you need volunteer hours or are just interested in the behind-the-scenes of the library? Volunteer during our final session of drop-in hours before summer and assist us with tasks like decorating the Teen Area and prepping for programs. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Tiny Bookshelves
Create a mini bookshelf out of an Altoids-style tin and tiny versions of your favorite books! For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teen Cat Cafe
Meet adorable, adoptable kittens from the Spartanburg Humane Society and destress from exams. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Murder Mystery: Murder at the Movie Theater
Read the evidence, eliminate the suspects, and find the killer. Use documents, websites, and tips from friends to solve the case. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 3:45 PM – 5:15 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen DIY: Birdhouses
Decorate a premade birdhouse to hang up in your yard. Open to the first 12 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teen Hangout: Cat Cafe
Play with adoptable cats from the Spartanburg Humane Society as you sip boba tea. For ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Homeschooled: Fandemonium
Compete in trivia, dress as a character from your favorite fandom for a costume contest, and create the ultimate ranking of all the fandoms! 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: Michelle. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Make: Fuse Bead Keychains
Melt fuse beads together to create pixelated art, then turn them into keychains!
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Blaine Thompson. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teens Make: Mini Masterpieces
Create tiny paintings to display on tiny easels. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Anime Society
Vote for an anime to watch, make anime magnets, hang out, and eat ramen. Anime rated TV-PG to TV-14. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Giant Games Tournament
Face off against other teens to see who comes out on top in jumbo versions of Uno, Jenga and Connect 4 for giant prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Join us virtually or in person to share your ideas and give feedback. This month, help plan and choose the prize for our summer writing contest, check out the latest teen swag, and meet our new Teen Intern. 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, May 13, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
ONLINE & In person (Headquarters Library).
Teen Speed Puzzle Challenge
Compete in one of four groups to be the first to finish a puzzle. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Play D&D for Beginners
Embark on an ongoing, simplified Dungeons & Dragons adventure, perfect for both beginners and experienced players. 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, May 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Anime Society
Vote for the anime you want to watch and chat about the anime you're into. Rated TV-PG to TV-14. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Sew: Tote Bags
Learn how to use a sewing machine and create a tote bag with the Kitty Black Perkins Maker Lab. Open to 10 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. Registration is required, so click the sign-up button starting May 13 to claim your spot.
Waivers are required for this event for participants under 18 and must be signed in person by a parent or guardian.
Room: Contec Maker Classroom. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Wizards Crafts
Mix, swirl, and stir a variety of colors and textures to create a concoction to impress any potions master. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teens To-Go: Paper Mobiles
Take home supplies and instructions to assemble a colorful mobile to hang in your room. 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: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Memorial Day.
Category: Closings.
Monday, May 25, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teen Play: Trivia
Put your knowledge to the test with a variety of trivia categories for a chance to win fun prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Amani. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Make: Beaded Phone Wristlets
Bead a wrist strap to accessorize your phone or keychain. Options are available whether your phone case has a spot for a wristlet or not. Open to the first 25 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Murder Mystery: Rock 'n' Roll Over Dead
The body of a local librarian was discovered in the library meeting room. Were natural causes to blame, or did she meet a more sinister demise? Examine the evidence to solve the mystery. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Charlie. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teens Play: Sonic Racing - CrossWorlds Tournament
Race across land, sea, air, and space to speed to victory for a Sonic RC Car. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Independence Day.
Category: Closings.
Friday, July 3, 2026 – Saturday, July 4, 2026.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.