Closed for Easter Sunday All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Easter Sunday Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. 3D Printing Introduction Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY, Technology Training Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Visit the Youth Services department to learn how to design your own 3D files and learn more about our 3D printer. During this informal hour we will get you started learning 3D design software and demonstrate our 3D printers! Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Earth Day Program: Glaciers for Grades 5-12 Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Science Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) The American Chemical Society New Haven Section will visit the library and present the Chemists Celebrate Earth Week 2025 theme, 'Glaciers: Hot Topic, Cool Chemistry!' We will learn about glaciers, do some cool hands-on activities, and introd Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Marbled Bags: For Grades 5-12 Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon of crafting! We will be using fabric paint and shaving cream to create unique marbled designs on bags. For grades 5-12. Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. Beads, Bracelets and Keychains for grades 3-6 Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY, Music, Arts & Culture Age Group: School Aged (grades k-4), Middle School (grades 5-8) Let’s get crafting! Come by and make a friendship bracelet or keychain. We have beads, embroidery thread, and rainbow loom supplies! The possibilities are endless! Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Saturday DnD: A Teen Roleplaying Club Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) DnD: Calling all high school and middle school students that enjoy role playing. Sign up for a once-a-month opportunity to build your experience in an ongoing Dungeon & Dragons... Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. Junior Teen Advisory Group for grades 5-8 Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8) Junior Teen Advisory Group: Drop-in event. Are you an intermediate student who loves books, crafts, and making the world a better place? Consider joining our Junior Teen Advisory Group! This small counse...
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Nintendo Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Want to prove you’re the best player in town? Come to our Super Smash Bros tournament to test your skills! For teens in grades 5-12. Registration Open Registration
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The library will be closed on Sundays from May 25 through August 31 Closing
Closed for Memorial Day All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Teen Volunteer Orientation for Grades 7-12 Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Do you need volunteer hours for school? Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Join us for an orientation to get started. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is required. Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. Junior Teen Advisory Group for grades 5-8 Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8) Junior Teen Advisory Group: Drop-in event. Are you an intermediate student who loves books, crafts, and making the world a better place? Consider joining our Junior Teen Advisory Group! This small counse...
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Saturday DnD: A Teen Roleplaying Club Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) DnD: Calling all high school and middle school students that enjoy role playing. Sign up for a once-a-month opportunity to build your experience in an ongoing Dungeon & Dragons... Registration Open Registration
Closed for Juneteenth All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. 3D Printing Introduction Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY, Technology Training Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Visit the Youth Services department to learn how to design your own 3D files and learn more about our 3D printer. During this informal hour we will get you started learning 3D design software and demonstrate our 3D printers! Registration Open Registration
Closed for Independence Day All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Independence Day Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. Junior Teen Advisory Group for grades 5-8 Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8) Junior Teen Advisory Group: Drop-in event. Are you an intermediate student who loves books, crafts, and making the world a better place? Consider joining our Junior Teen Advisory Group! This small counse...
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Saturday DnD: A Teen Roleplaying Club Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) DnD: Calling all high school and middle school students that enjoy role playing. Sign up for a once-a-month opportunity to build your experience in an ongoing Dungeon & Dragons... Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. The Ultimate Potato Chip Taste Test Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Join us for the second annual ultimate potato chip taste test! We’ll have plenty of flavors and varieties to try, and will vote for our top picks. Come hang out, listen to music, and decide on your favorite! Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Teen Take N Makes: Beach Themed Pudding Cup Monday, August 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Drop-in event. Stop by the Teen Room today to pick up a kit to make your own beach themed dirt cup. Create a beautiful scene and then enjoy your delicious work!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group. Saturday DnD: A Teen Roleplaying Club Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) DnD: Calling all high school and middle school students that enjoy role playing. Sign up for a once-a-month opportunity to build your experience in an ongoing Dungeon & Dragons... Registration Open Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group. Junior Teen Advisory Group for grades 5-8 Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8) Junior Teen Advisory Group: Drop-in event. Are you an intermediate student who loves books, crafts, and making the world a better place? Consider joining our Junior Teen Advisory Group! This small counse...
Closed for Labor Day All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Labor Day Closing
Closed for Columbus Day & Indigenous Peoples’ Day All Day 10/12 - 10/13 James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day Closing