Teen Events
Thu, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Meet José Alaniz for an interactive workshop on making comics. Talk about the art and writing process. Ask José anything in an open Q&A.

Thu, May 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Receive one-on-one homework help and academic support from trained tutors, provided by the Parkland Literacy Center at Pacific Lutheran University.

Thu, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Experience the flowing techniques of Japanese sumi (ink) painting, with a focus on traditional materials, tools, and brush strokes. Ages 13 and older. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Thu, May 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
The first Thursday of the month is teen movie night at University Place!

Thu, May 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Fri, May 03, 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Pierce County Library
A virtual game run on the Teen Discord Server: PCLTeens Make a character and join your fellow teens on a gothic horror adventure. Ghost and monsters lurk in the night, with untold secrets to find.
Registration is now closed

Fri, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Meet new people and earn volunteer hours!

Fri, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DuPont
Enjoy an inclusive “just for teens” hangout with casual crafts, art, or games each week. Featuring a special new activity every first Friday. Ages 12-18.

Sat, May 04, 10:15am - 4:15pm
Bonney Lake - Bonney Lake Meeting Room
Drop by for Star Wars-themed crafts, or to watch the movies with us, as we marathon the original trilogy (Episodes IV-VI)

Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Near library help desk
Pick up a free, full-issue comic book while supplies last from Destiny City Comics owner Ethan HD and enter a prize drawing to win one of eight full-size graphic novels. Ages 6 and older. Drop in.

Sat, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Milton/Edgewood - Milton Meeting Room
Help bring awareness to shelter animals through portrait painting led by a PawsWithCause instructor.
This event is full

Sat, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Teens and Adults, come learn the techniques used by Bob Ross to make his beautiful landscapes. You too can paint happy little trees!
This event is full

Sat, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DuPont
Come celebrate Everything Star Wars and the DuPont Library's 20th Anniversary and enjoy a magic show by Jeff Evans!

Sat, May 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Join Indian classical dancer Piyali Biswas De and immerse yourself in gestures and expressions that weave tales and witness a short, live captivating dance performance.

Sat, May 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Fife - Fife Meeting Room
Come on in and create with playdough!

Sun, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Join friends and neighbors in authentic, open dialogue with compassion and empathy. Savor tea from around the world as we come together in solidarity for deeper conversation, reflection, and action.

Sun, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Place - University Place Conference Room
Tech classes online and in the library.

Mon, May 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Summit
Receive one-on-one homework help and academic support from trained tutors, provided by the Parkland Literacy Center at Pacific Lutheran University.

Mon, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Get your job questions answered! We'll review job searches, resumes, cover letters, asking for references, and interviews in an interactive workshop.

Tue, May 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Tue, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Bring your gently used puzzles and board games to swap with others. Leave with as many as you bring. Items should be in good condition with all pieces included. Drop in anytime.

Tue, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Gig Harbor - Gig Harbor Meeting Room
Hang out after school to play board games, enjoy free snacks and make art!

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Knit, Crochet, Sew, Hem, Embroider. Do what you want to do! You can either bring a project or learn a new craft with us. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome.

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Enjoy games, crafts and meet new friends after school. For elementary age, tweens, and teens.

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Orting Library - Multi-Purpose Center
Join community members and library staff to read and discuss a selection of themed poems on the 1st Tuesday of every month.

Tue, May 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Enjoy an inclusive space hang out with friends, listen to music, play games, make art, explore STEAM activities, and eat snacks! It's up to you.  

Tue, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Meet new people, earn volunteer hours, and support your local library!

Tue, May 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Do you love anime and manga? Then join other local teens in watching anime available on Crunchyroll, enjoying some snacks, and trying various crafts and other activities!

Wed, May 08, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Want to be a Game Master or Dungeon Master? This series will guide you on the different elements of prepping and running a game!

Wed, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 1
Join Teen Council to make friends, play games, plan fun events and work on library projects virtually! Volunteer hours available, open to ages 13-19.

Wed, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Same day new time! Whether you want to come learn how to play or bring your own deck(s) to challenge your friends, this time is dedicated to playing the Magic: The Gathering card game.

Wed, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Want to learn how to crochet? Already an expert? All levels of experience welcome.

Wed, May 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Join us to read a variety of fiction, non-fiction, and graphic novels.

Wed, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eatonville - Eatonville Meeting Room
Come paint a rock to decorate a garden, keep, or swap with friends! Recommended Age 9+.

Thu, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sumner
Find time to write, workshop ideas, share poetry, get feedback, work on your novel, meet writers, eat snacks, hang out, and talk books. 

Thu, May 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gig Harbor - Gig Harbor Conference Room
Love the library & need volunteer hours? Join Teen Council! Help shape the future of the library by planning programs, creating displays, and giving feedback on existing library offerings.

Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Receive one-on-one homework help and academic support from trained tutors, provided by the Parkland Literacy Center at Pacific Lutheran University.

Rescheduled
Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, May 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gig Harbor
Love the library & need volunteer hours? Join Teen Council! Help shape the future of the library by planning programs, creating displays, and giving feedback on existing library offerings.

Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Grab a putter and join us for a leisurely round of mini golf on the Summit Links (also known as the library meeting room).

Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Experience the flowing techniques of Japanese sumi (ink) painting, with a focus on traditional materials, tools, and brush strokes. Ages 13 and older. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Thu, May 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Learn to read and write with cursive letters. All abilities welcome! Recommended ages 8 and up.

Thu, May 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Place - University Place Conference Room
Meet new people and earn volunteer hours!

Thu, May 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Fri, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Conference Room
Technology got you down? Frustrated? Schedule a 20 minute slot for basic tech problems and dedicated staff will be here to help. Walk-ins available if time permits. Registration required

Fri, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Orting Library - Multi-Purpose Center
Make unique art and accessories using poured resin techniques.

Fri, May 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DuPont
Enjoy an inclusive “just for teens” hangout with casual crafts, art, or games each week. Featuring a special new activity every first Friday. Ages 12-18.

Sat, May 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
PawsWithCause helps people and animals in need through art by painting shelter pet portraits. This program will have you painting like Picasso in no time!

Sat, May 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Author and Podcaster Shin Yu Pai discusses how every objects reveal personal and cultural values.

Sat, May 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Join community members and library staff on Zoom to share poems you love, poems that you are currently reading, or poems you have written!

Sun, May 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Library Meeting Room
Learn how make your own two-color, braided ribbon lei, which is the foundation to learn more elaborate lei making. All supplies provided. For teens and adults. Registration required.

Sun, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Place - University Place Conference Room
Tech classes online and in the library.

Mon, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gig Harbor - Gig Harbor Meeting Room
Experience the flowing techniques of Japanese sumi (ink) painting, with a focus on traditional materials, tools, and brush strokes.

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Summit
Receive one-on-one homework help and academic support from trained tutors, provided by the Parkland Literacy Center at Pacific Lutheran University.

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Children are invited to drop in to build, create, and play with our LEGO® bricks.

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Make tiny sculptures, paintings and other miniature masterpieces.

Tue, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Tue, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Buckley
Declare and share all your favorite fandoms with make-and-take fan swag!

Tue, May 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Gig Harbor - Gig Harbor Meeting Room
Hang out after school to play board games, enjoy free snacks and make art!

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Enjoy games, crafts and meet new friends after school. For elementary age, tweens, and teens.

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Art supplies, snacks, music, and creating!

Wed, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 1
Join Teen Council to make friends, play games, plan fun events and work on library projects virtually! Volunteer hours available, open to ages 13-19.

Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Come enjoy a short presentation about all the wonderful resources your library has to offer and do a scavenger hunt to learn how to get the most out of your local library.

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 1
Join us online or in person at the Bonney Lake Library! This month's stories will be by Lisa Ko, S.J. Sindu, Megan Kamalei Kakimoto, & Weike Wang.

Thu, May 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Create stickers and bookmarks with colorful diamonds while enjoying free snacks courtesy of the University Place Friends of the Library.

Thu, May 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Receive one-on-one homework help and academic support from trained tutors, provided by the Parkland Literacy Center at Pacific Lutheran University.

Thu, May 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Fri, May 17, 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Pierce County Library
A virtual game run on the Teen Discord Server: PCLTeens Make a character and join your fellow teens on a gothic horror adventure. Ghost and monsters lurk in the night, with untold secrets to find.

Fri, May 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DuPont
Enjoy an inclusive “just for teens” hangout with casual crafts, art, or games each week. Featuring a special new activity every first Friday. Ages 12-18.

Sat, May 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Create cute & fun self-dry clay succulents that you can turn into magnets, gift toppers, desktop decor, and more!
This event is full

Rescheduled
Sat, May 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Saturday, May 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
University Place
Learn how to weave using a cardboard loom. All supplies provided.

Sat, May 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Fife - Fife Meeting Room
Drop-in to create art! Materials are provided or bring in your own project to work on.

Sat, May 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Author and Podcaster Shin Yu Pai discusses how every objects reveal personal and cultural values.

Sun, May 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sumner Pierce County Library - Magazine room
Have something to share? Make a zine! Explore paper projects, show off or learn new techniques, and build a zine community.

Sun, May 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Place - University Place Conference Room
Tech classes online and in the library.

Sun, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Want a space to be creative but not feel forced to make a masterpiece? Join us for bad art! Bring the creativity, we'll provide the art supplies.

Tue, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Tue, May 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Buckley - Buckley Meeting Room
Roll for initiative! Join us for snacks and a showing of the movie Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves.

Canceled
Tue, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Gig Harbor
Hang out after school to play board games, enjoy free snacks and make art!

Tue, May 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Enjoy games, crafts and meet new friends after school. For elementary age, tweens, and teens.

Tue, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Doodle, draw, design, then shrink your creation down into miniature art!

Tue, May 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Enjoy an inclusive space hang out with friends, listen to music, play games, make art, explore STEAM activities, and eat snacks! It's up to you.  

Tue, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Meet new people, earn volunteer hours, and support your local library!

Wed, May 22, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
DuPont
Join us at the Dupont Library for a presentation on how to treat, care for and communicate with animals through fun and engaging activities (3-3:30 p.m.) followed by an Adoption Event (3:30-6 p.m.)

Wed, May 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Are you a crafty and creative person? Do you wish you could share your projects with others? Join us in-person at the University Place library every fourth Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.!

Wed, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 1
Join Teen Council to make friends, play games, plan fun events and work on library projects virtually! Volunteer hours available, open to ages 13-19.

Wed, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
University Place
Artist Josh Tuininga shows how comic books and graphic novels are powerful art forms, with unique abilities to challenge young readers in surprising ways and prepare students for a changing future.

Wed, May 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Drop in and play a game at the library! Bring one of your own, or peruse one of the many available!

Wed, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sprinker Recreation Center - Rainier Room
Learn NewJeans's "Super Shy" choreography from Coffee Dance Studio. No previous dance experience required. Drop in; no registration required. For teens and adults.

Thu, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Orting Library Multipurpose Center - MPC room
Want to learn how to crochet? Already an expert? All levels of experience welcome.

Thu, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Find time to write, workshop ideas, share poetry, get feedback, work on your novel, meet writers, eat snacks, hang out, and talk books. 

Thu, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gig Harbor
Love the library & need volunteer hours? Join Teen Council! Help shape the future of the library by planning programs, creating displays, and giving feedback on existing library offerings.

Rescheduled
Thu, May 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gig Harbor
Love the library & need volunteer hours? Join Teen Council! Help shape the future of the library by planning programs, creating displays, and giving feedback on existing library offerings.

Thu, May 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Meet new people and earn volunteer hours!

Thu, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Fri, May 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Conference Room
Technology got you down? Frustrated? Schedule a 20 minute slot for basic tech problems and dedicated staff will be here to help. Walk-ins available if time permits. Registration required

Fri, May 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DuPont
Enjoy an inclusive “just for teens” hangout with casual crafts, art, or games each week. Featuring a special new activity every first Friday. Ages 12-18.

Rescheduled
Sat, May 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
New date Saturday, June 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
University Place
Bring your donations to the meeting room to swap! Can't make the swap but have materials to share? Drop off donations on May 24. Art supplies should be new or gently-used, and fit in a car.

Sat, May 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Welcome to The Fold: a bimonthly club for beginner origami enthusiasts to learn the art of origami.

Sat, May 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Do you love anime and manga? Then join other local teens in watching anime available on Crunchyroll, enjoying some snacks, and trying various crafts and other activities!

Sat, May 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Learn how to weave using a cardboard loom. All supplies provided.

Sat, May 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Orting Pierce County Library - Multipurpose Center
Author and Podcaster Shin Yu Pai discusses how every objects reveal personal and cultural values.

Sun, May 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
University Place - University Place Conference Room
Tech classes online and in the library.

Tue, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Tue, May 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway
Enjoy games, crafts and meet new friends after school. For elementary age, tweens, and teens.

Tue, May 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sumner - Sumner Meeting Room
Enjoy an inclusive space hang out with friends, listen to music, play games, make art, explore STEAM activities, and eat snacks! It's up to you.  

Tue, May 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Graham - Graham Meeting Room
Come join us for snacks, hangouts, and a movie selected by Teen Council!

Wed, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Summit - Summit Meeting Room
Create colorful designs, then shrink them down into miniature art.

Wed, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 1
Join Teen Council to make friends, play games, plan fun events and work on library projects virtually! Volunteer hours available, open to ages 13-19.

Thu, May 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
University Place - University Place Meeting Room
Come hang out in an inclusive space with snacks, crafts, games, movies and more!

Thu, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Meeting Room
Create art with colorful diamonds to make your own bookmark! Just in time for Summer Reading! Register as supplies are limited.

Thu, May 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Pierce County Library - Virtual Room 3
Learn, connect, and practice English language skills. For ESL learners and English speakers wanting to connect with and support ESL learners.

Fri, May 31, 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Pierce County Library
A virtual game run on the Teen Discord Server: PCLTeens Make a character and join your fellow teens on a gothic horror adventure. Ghost and monsters lurk in the night, with untold secrets to find.

Fri, May 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DuPont
Enjoy an inclusive “just for teens” hangout with casual crafts, art, or games each week. Featuring a special new activity every first Friday. Ages 12-18.

Sat, Jun 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Milton/Edgewood - Milton Meeting Room
Perfect for graduation or other festive occasions, these colorful leis are fun to make and wear. Each participant will leave with their own ribbon lei. All materials will be provided. Please register.

Sat, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Parkland/Spanaway - Parkland/Spanaway Meeting Room
Teens and Adults, come learn the techniques used by Bob Ross to make his beautiful landscapes. You too can paint happy little trees!
This event is full