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Fun Programs for Teens

Whether you like movies, books, cooking, games or just having a blast, the Teen Room is the place to be

Winter Programming

The Bittermelon Podcast at OPL

Wednesday, March 13th at 5:00pm

Are you interested in podcasting and Asian American Issues?

Join our Teen Podcast Program Open to Kids Aged 10 and Up

January 10, 2024 to May 15, 2024!

We will be meeting via Zoom Every Wednesday from 5 pm to 7 pm except on the following five monthly Podcast Recording Days:

January 24th; February 14th; March 13th; April 17th; May 15th.

Recording Sessions will be held in the Teen Room, 2nd Floor Ossining Public Library 53 Croton Avenue Ossining, NY 10562

Students are welcome to join the online portion, however, only students participating in the podcast recordings can receive volunteer credit.

Registration is required. Register here.

Women of Folklore - Women's History Month Celebration

Saturdays, March 24th, & 30th at 12:30pm in the Budarz Theater

Join us for a 4-week series to experience art, music and dance with Women of Folklore.

March 2 – Jan Smith Castonuovo – African Wedding Brooms

March 9- Heather Amabile – Weaving

March 24 – Gladys Lowe – African dance and drumming

March 30 – Flor Bromley – Folk music Circle

Sponsored by ENUBuilds.ArtsAccess through the Arts 3D grant.

Creative Writing for Teens!

Tuesday, March 19th, 26th, April 2nd, 9th, 16th at 4:00pm in the Conference Room

Are you a teen who likes to write? Then join us in a place where you can share your writing, bounce ideas off of others, and unleash your creative energy! You’ll be able to explore different types of genres, topics, and styles of creative writing in the company of other teens who love to write.

Snacks will be served.

Registration is required.

Register here for March 12th.

Register here for March 19th

Register here for March 26th

Register here for April 2nd

Register here for April 9th

Register here for April 16th

Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2024

March 20th at 7:00pm – Virtual

We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen.

We’ll also discuss how the Supreme Court decision will impact the college admissions process and how a student’s ability to express their insights, experiences and personal growth will become even more important.

The recent college admissions cycle was the most competitive to date. With most colleges continuing their test-optional policies as well as increasing their virtual outreach to high school students, many schools had record numbers of applicants. Record high numbers of applications result in record low acceptance rates which is what most popular colleges and universities experienced this past admissions cycle.

We will discuss current college admissions trends, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make this second half of the school year productive and help reduce the stress around the college admissions process.

We’ll examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when they review applicants, and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.

We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character. Admissions officers place great emphasis on a student’s character and how the student has been able to give back and help others. This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens.

The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com)

Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed once registration is completed. Register here.

Laser Tag

March 22nd at 6:00pm

The fate of the library rests in your hands! Join us for laser tag in the library!

Meet in the Cafe area.

Space is limited. Registration is required. Register here.

Ongoing Programs

Chess Instruction

Wednesdays at 6:00pm in the Gallery

Learn some new moves from Kenaya and then practice those moves with matches against players of all levels!

Teen Book Club

Thursdays at 7:00pm

Join this weekly book group to discuss fun YA books!

No registration required.

Magic the Gathering Card Game

Thursdays from 3:00-6:00 PM in the Café.

Learn to play Magic the Gathering Trading Card Game!  Get tips and tricks from an experienced instructor! Bring your decks and battle!  We also have cards for you to use.  Whether you’re a new player or an expert, this group is for you–all levels welcome!

Friday Afternoon Gaming: Board games and VR

First Friday of each month at 3:30pm in the Budarz Theater

Join us for board games and exciting virtual reality experiences!

Friday Afternoon Gaming

Every Friday except the first Friday of each month at 3:30 PM in the Budarz Theater

Join us for board games, Nintendo Switch, VR, and much more!

Manga Book Club for Teens

Saturday, March 16th at 11:00am

Check out our new monthly book club that’s all about Manga! This month’s book is “Insomniacs After School”.  Snacks will be served!

The first 10 registrants will get a copy of the book to keep!

Register here.

Dungeons and dragons

Dungeons and Dragons

Saturdays at 1:00pm

For more information on campaigns, come speak with James in the Teen Room.