Howell Carnegie Library Events for Teens

Contact library staff at 517-546-0720 to see if spots are available.

Events Between 07-21-2026 and 08-20-2026

Teen Volunteer Session (ages 14-17 with work permit)

July 21, 2026 05:30PM-06:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, 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. 

Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you are 14-17 years old and have a work permit to volunteer at the library. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, July 7.

*Work Permit Information:

1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.

2. Please complete the appropriate form:

3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:

  • Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
  • Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
  • Other Districts: Please check with your high school office

4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.

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.

Sculpt a Sphinx (grades 4-8)

July 22, 2026 03:00PM-04:00PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (30 seats)

Sculpt a Sphinx takes children on a journey to Egypt, where towering pyramids and the great Sphinx statue have captured imaginations for thousands of years. After a brief introduction to the story and symbolism of the Sphinx, participants will spend the rest of the workshop creating a sculpture inspired by these ancient legends. Designed to connect kids to history, storytelling, and hands-on creativity, this workshop encourages participants to dig into the past and bring history to life.

Registration is required and will begin at 9am on Wednesday, July 8. Please register each child who will attend.

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 with work permit)

July 27, 2026 03:30PM-04:30PM @ Youth Services Department (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, 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. 

Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you are 14-17 years old and have a work permit to volunteer at the library. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, July 13. 

*Work Permit Information:

1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.

2. Please complete the appropriate form:

3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:

  • Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
  • Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
  • Other Districts: Please check with your high school office

4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.

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: Help with Little Explorers (ages 14-17 with work permit) (Outdoors)

July 28, 2026 05:45PM-06:45PM @ Please check in at the Youth Services Desk on the lower level (2 seats)

Teens (ages 14-17), with a work permit*, can earn volunteer hours and support the library by signing up for our Teen Volunteer Sessions. Each individual shift requires registration. During this session, volunteers will assist with activity stations at our outdoor “Little Explorers” event for ages 2-6 with parents/caregivers.

Please register to volunteer for this session ONLY if you enjoy working with younger children, are 14-17 years old, and have a work permit to volunteer at the library. 

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Tuesday, July 14. When you arrive for your volunteer shift, please check in at the Youth Services desk on the lower level of the library.

*Work Permit Information:

1. A work permit is required. Find out more about work permits here.

2. Please complete the appropriate form:

3. Have your school's issuing officer complete and sign the work permit:

  • Howell Public Schools: Bring to the high school office
  • Homeschooled: Parent is the issuing officer
  • Other Districts: Please check with your high school office

4. Email the completed application to youth@howelllibrary.org, or bring it to the Youth Services desk in the library prior to your shift's start time.

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.

Back-to-School Crafts for Teens (grades 6-12)

July 30, 2026 02:00PM-03:00PM @ Meabon Room - Howell Carnegie Library (20 seats)

Get ready for the new school year with an afternoon of crafting at the library! Teens are invited to create cool, personalized accessories for their backpacks and lockers for the upcoming school year.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Thursday, July 16.

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.