Howell Carnegie Library Events for Teens

Events Between 03-20-2026 and 04-19-2026

Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)

March 24, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more. 

This session runs Tuesday, March 17 and 24, 3:30-4:30pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.

Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Tuesday, March 3. Please register each teen individually. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Teen NERF Wars (grades 6-12)

April 01, 2026 02:00PM-03:00PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (30 seats)

Players will run, dodge, and dive as they try to out-wit and out-blast the competition during NERF Wars! From "Capture the Flag" to "Eliminator" to "Zombies vs. Humans," players will put their physical and mental skills to the test with several game styles. All gear is provided. For students in grades 6-12.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 18. This event is free. 

Please note:

  • A minimum of 8 registered participants is necessary for this event to proceed as scheduled.
  • Stay home if you are sick.
  • Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

This event takes place during Howell Public Schools' spring break.

Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)

April 06, 2026 05:45PM-06:45PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more. 

This session runs Monday, April 6 and 13, 5:45-6:45pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.

Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Monday, March 23. Please register each teen individually. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

STEAM Club: Plate Tectonics (grades 3-6)

April 06, 2026 06:00PM-06:45PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (20 seats)

Our STEAM Club explores the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math for upper elementary students. This month, participants will explore Earth science through hands-on plate tectonics experiments.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, March 23. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Adaptive Literacy Class (ages 6-17 with developmental/neurological disabilities and parents/caregivers)

April 08, 2026 09:30AM-10:00AM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (15 seats)

This free literacy class features rhymes, songs, stories, and a letter of the day for ages 6-17 with developmental and/or neurological disabilities and their caregivers. A visual schedule and timer, fidgets, and other adaptive tools will be on hand. Please feel free to bring your own as well. 

Parents/caregivers will participate with their child(ren). Registration is required and begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 25. Please register the name of one person from each group/family who will be attending and indicate how many in your group/family plan to attend.

View our Storytime Social Story here to get ready for your trip to the library.

Please note:

  • You may bring your favorite fidgets or comfort items.
  • A minimum of 6 registered participants is necessary for this event to proceed as scheduled.
  • Stay home if you are sick. 
  • Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Today's class will feature:

  • Welcome Song
  • Itsy Bitsy Spider
  • Letter of the Day
  • Rhyme
  • Book
  • Song: Count to 100
  • Song with scarves

Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Teens (grades 6-12)

April 09, 2026 05:30PM-06:30PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (16 seats)

Smash the competition while enjoying snacks and time with friends at our bracket-style Super Smash Bros. Tournament. For students in grades 6-12.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Thursday, March 26.

Please note:

  • A minimum of 8 registered participants is necessary for this event to proceed as scheduled.
  • Stay home if you are sick.
  • Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)

April 13, 2026 05:45PM-06:45PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more. 

This session runs Monday, April 6 and 13, 5:45-6:45pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.

Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Monday, March 23. Please register each teen individually. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17)

April 16, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17) can earn volunteer hours and help support the library by assisting Youth Department staff with specific tasks such as using a die-cut machine to cut out shapes, cleaning toys, finding books, and more. 

This session runs Thursday, April 16 and 23, 3:30-4:30pm. Please let library staff know if you need your hours tracked.

Registration is required for this volunteer session and begins at 9am on Thursday, April 2. Please register each teen individually. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.