Teen Programs
Summer Events for Tweens and Teens
Tweens and Teens entering 5th - 12th grades are invited to join us in the library community room for these exciting events!
These activities are supported by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and the Friends of the Morton Township Library.
Schedule of Events
Neon Canvas Art
Thursday, June 19th 1:30 p.m.
Make your custom artwork stand out as you create your very own neon sign. Pick any design and any color you'd like that will make your idea glow. Upon completion, you can give your creation as a gift or keep it to display in your room. Whatever you do, your artwork will be amazing and appreciated!
The Art of Juggling with Joel Tacey
Thursday, June 26th 1:30 p.m.
Join Michigan's Funny Man, Joel Tacey, for a dazzling juggling demonstration. Once you've learned the basics, get movin' and groovin' while you practice the thousand-year-old art of juggling.
Traditional Henna Art with Anshu Varma
Thursday, July 3rd 1:30 p.m.
Join Anshu Varma, renowned program mehndi (henna) artist, as she instructs this hands-on cultural experience that follows you home. You will create your own beautiful mehndi art with handmade henna applicators, organic henna, and natural color enhancers.
Mosaic Legos
Thursday, July 10th 1:30 p.m.
Join us in creating your very own mosaic art using provided Legos. Each artist will create a design and have it displayed as part of our collaborative community "Mosaic Mural" Gallery.
Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary presents Gators+
Thursday, July 17th 1:30 p.m.
The Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary is coming to the library! Come hang out with the reptiles in this educational and entertaining live animal show. It's a snake, it's a tortoise, it's an alligator, oh my!
Graphic/Manga Art with Mark Crilley
Thursday, July 24th 1:30 p.m.
Learn how to draw manga or graphic art from the very talented author and illustrator, Mark Crilley. Mark will teach techniques he uses in his own graphic/manga illustrations and will then be available for one-on-one instruction as you use those techniques for your very own illustrations.
Nerf Wars
Thursday, July 31st 1:30 p.m.
Gear up for the ultimate end of summer party! Nerf Wars is coming to town, and it's going to be a blast. Join us for an afternoon filled with action, strategy, and fun. Grab your blasters, and let's go!