Teen Cat Café
Enjoy a cold soda beverage and play with adoptable cats from the Spartanburg Humane Society. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Stephany G. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teens Play: D&D
Work together to explore dungeons, fight monsters, and locate treasure in the fantasy world of Dungeons & Dragons. New players and all experience levels are welcome.
Space is limited, so attend D&D on April 1st to register early or click the sign up button to register starting April 2nd. All characters must be level 3. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Finn & Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Pop Culture: Korean
Vote for a Korean drama to watch while you munch on snacks and make fun K-Pop buttons. Rated TV-PG to TV-14. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Art Show Reception
Meet and celebrate our spring teen artists, J’Mari Brown, Faith McCullough, and TC Oliver, and enjoy live music by teen musician, Melissa Chanes.
All ages are welcome at this event.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Meet: Furry Friends
Relieve exam stress with adoptable animals from the Spartanburg Humane Society. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara or Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Make: Woven Baskets
Learn to weave beautiful bamboo baskets with Carolina Bamboo. Open to the first 12 teens. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Devin Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, May 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teen Hangout: LEGOs
Challenge yourself to build, explore stop-motion filmmaking, or just hang out and play with LEGOs! For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Anna. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Play: D&D
Eat pizza and slay dragons. New players and all experience levels are welcome. Open to the first 10 teens. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Stephany G. Contact Phone: 864-461-2324.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Silent Book Club
Bring a book, grab a snack, and settle in for an hour of dedicated reading time. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12.
Category: Book & Film Discussions. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Play: Music Bingo
Put your musical knowledge to the test to win prizes. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Noelle. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
TAG: Teen Advisory Group
Join us virtually or in person to share your ideas and give feedback. This month, help plan an upcoming writing contest (and choose the prize), find out who won the ReDesign a Book Cover Contest, and discuss a potential News Flash makeover. To sign up to attend virtually, click the sign-up button. New teens are always welcome. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Friends & Advisory Group Meetings. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE & In person (Headquarters Library).
Teen Play: Sensory Toys
Relax and make homemade fidget toys and play with sensory bins full of kinetic sand, water beads, and more. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Play: Superfight
Create ridiculous characters and try to convince others why your character would win in a fight. For teens 12-18 or grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Homeschooled: Finale Party
Eat donuts and play giant games, board games, and games of all kinds to close out the “school” year. For homeschooled teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Homeschool. Contact Name: Wing & Michelle. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Adulting for Teens: Get the Job
Looking to apply for a summer job? Stop by and learn to write a resume and cover letter. Open to the first 8 teens. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Educational Workshops. Contact Name: Kourtney Deas. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, May 19, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Fuse Bead Magnets
Use fuse beads to create characters from your favorite fandom and then turn them into magnets. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, May 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teens Make: Yarn Paintings
Make a tactile “painting” using yarn and glue. Open to the first 24 teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Monday, May 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens To-Go: Seed Starters
Get what you need to grow a happy plant from a tiny seed. Each kit has soil, seed packets, recyclables for starting containers, and more. Sunlight not included. Available in the Teen Hub while supplies last and given out to teens age 12-18 or in grades 7-12 only. One per teen.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 23, 2025, 3:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Memorial Day.
Category: Closings.
Monday, May 26, 2025.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teens Make: Anime Mini Zines
Learn how to make mini zines and create an anime fanzine. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Make: Succulent Pots
Customize terracotta pots with paint and markers, and finish by planting a succulent. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Anna. Contact Phone: 864-457-2218.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Play: Switch & Board Games Galore
Compete on the Switch and in board games for prizes, enjoy a popcorn bar, and celebrate the end of the school year. For teens ages 12-18 or grades 7-12 only.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Phone: 864-461-2324.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Hangout: Bracelets
Make colorful beaded bracelets to swap with your friends. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Custom Signs
Create a one-of-a-kind wooden sign adornment for your room using acrylic paint. For teens 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice Pennington. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teens Taste Test: Girl Scout Cookies
Sample real Girl Scout cookies and their knockoffs to see if you can tell the difference! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Crochet Club: Summer Accessories
Receive hands-on instruction on the basic stitches and utilize our supplies, or socialize and work on your own projects. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12 only.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Sara. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of Bingo to win prizes. Program presented by our Teen Intern. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12 only.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Summer Bingo Bash
Cool off with popsicles, play bingo, and win fun prizes! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Kourtney and Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, June 2, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Mini Masterpieces
Use our art supply stash to decorate a tiny canvas, then compete in our mini art show to win your own art supply stash! Open to the first 30 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Any leftover canvases will be available in the Teen Hub while supplies last. The mini art show will be on display in the Teen Hub and the winner(s) announced in July.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Make: Tie-Dyed Tote Bags
Transform a plain cotton tote into a funky bag of your own design! Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12. Wear clothes that can get messy! This program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Noelle. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teen Open Mic & Book Box
Perform a talent, sing karaoke, or just enjoy the show with friends! Both performers and audience members must be teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
The first 50 teens who attend are guaranteed the Golden Ticket Book Box that includes snacks, trinkets, and a book perfect for readers who love games, puzzles, and adventure! Leftovers will be available by lottery after the program with priority given to teens who have never received a Book Box before. The form will be open until Sunday, June 8 at 11:59pm. and can be found here: https://forms.gle/ZbJJkzzWJUSdt5vm7
This program was made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (www.imls.gov), administered by the South Carolina State Library (www.statelibrary.sc.gov).
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Music Programs. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Create: Water Rockets
Create a rocket and launch it using PVC pipes, water, and a bicycle pump! Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12. This program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Stephany. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Anime Party
Watch anime, enjoy snacks, and win prizes! Cosplay* is encouraged. Anime rated TV-14. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Costumes cannot include weapons (even fake ones) and masks can only be worn while at the party, not in the rest of the library. Thank you for your cooperation.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win fun prizes! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Wildlife Geeks
Get up close and personal with a capybara, prairie dogs, snakes, and more! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teens Taste Test: Oreos
Use your luck and expertise to guess Oreo flavors and then rank them as a group! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara and Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Make: Galaxy Playdough
Create homemade playdough that glitters like the night sky! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Amanda. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Paint Along: Bob Ross
Learn how to paint a beach scene from a certified Bob Ross Instructor! Wear clothes that can get messy. Attendance is limited to 12 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Kourtney and Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Paint Along: Harry Potter
Learn to paint a Harry Potter-themed canvas in the style of your chosen Hogwarts House! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teens Make: Lattes
Learn to make delicious lattes in a hands-on workshop with Knowledge Perk Coffee Co.! Open to the first 20 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Educational Workshops. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Play: UNO Tournament
Compete for prizes in a fast-paced tournament to be the ultimate champion! Open to the first 30 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Paint: Vinyl Records
Paint a vintage record to make a unique work of art! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Noelle. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teens Make: Galaxy Kaleidoscopes
Use a cardboard tube, markers, beads, and washi tape to create a custom kaleidoscope! Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Pokemon Card Tournament
Bring your own deck (or use ours!) to battle for prizes like buildable Pokedex! All skill levels are welcome. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara and Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Inman Library.
Teen Escape Room: Alien Invasion
Do you have what it takes to survive aliens and a malfunctioning spaceship? Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Stephany. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen DIY: Speed Crafting
Craft against the clock to make pinback buttons, jewelry, marble magnets, and bouncy balls! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Make: Alcohol Ink Crafts
Use vibrant alcohol ink to make custom coasters, a set of magnets, and bookmarks! Open to the first 12 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jessie. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Reptile Encounter
Meet a bearded dragon, a turtle, a gecko, and other friends from the Spartanburg Science Center! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teens Play: Life-Sized Clue
Become the characters to solve the mystery of who done it, with what, and where! Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Alice. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Murder Mystery: Bloodwood Masquerade
The Ravenwood Castle masquerade ball is sold out and you didn't buy a ticket...but then one appears in your mailbox. Costumes encouraged, but no weaponry. Attendance is limited to 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Sara and Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Play: BeanBoozled Bingo
Test your luck in a fun twist on the classic game and eat either yummy or yucky jellybeans to win prizes! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Amanda. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teen Anime & Cosplay Party
Compete in a cosplay* contest, play games, and make anime-themed crafts! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
*Costumes cannot include weapons (even fake ones) and masks can only be worn while at the party, not in the rest of the library. Thank you for your cooperation.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Michelle. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Wildlife Geeks
Get up close to a hedgehog, chameleons, and more! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Kourtney and Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, June 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries Closed
SCPL Events
Spartanburg County Public Libraries closed for Independence Day.
Category: Closings.
Friday, July 4, 2025.
All Branches - Holidays & Other Closings.
Teen Shark Week Party
Sink your teeth into an indoor beach party with shark crafts, games, and Jaws! Rated PG. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Kourtney and Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teens Make: Tie-Dyed Tote Bags
Transform a plain cotton tote into a funky bag of your own design! Open to the first 15 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12. Wear clothes that can get messy! This program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Stephany. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teens Make: Mini Masterpieces
Create tiny paintings to display on tiny easels! For the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teens Make: Woven Baskets
Learn to weave bamboo and kudzu into a basket to take home! Open to the first 12 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Noelle. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teens Make: Teacup Gardens
Create a cozy, mini cottagecore home and garden for fairies and woodland creatures! Attendance is limited to 10 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Sara and Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Taste Test: Astronaut Food
Experience foods that astronauts eat like freeze-dried fruits, candies, and even ice cream! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Amanda. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teens Play: Bingo
Play both classic and different patterns of bingo to win prizes! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Wing. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Make: Dragon Crafts
Decorate your space with a dragon-themed lantern and dragon eggs! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teen Gamer Day
Eat pizza, play on the Xbox Series X or Switch, and compete in games like Uno and Hues & Cues to win prizes! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teens Make: Polymer Charms
Create and bake charms out of clay to make custom bracelets! Open to the first 18 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Finn. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Compete for a medal and bragging rights as the Super Smash Bros. Champion! Open to the first 20 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Alice. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teens Explore: Pop-Up Planetarium
Experience space in a pop-up planetarium! Open to the first 25 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Stephany. Contact Phone: 864-461-2423.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chesnee Library.
Teen Anime Society: "Your Name"
Enjoy fun snacks like Pocky and watch the anime film "Your Name!" Rated PG. For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Film Showings. Contact Name: Kourtney and Gray. Contact Phone: 864-439-4759.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Middle Tyger Library.
Teen Board Game Party
Try out a few games, then choose your favorite to play as you snack on Krispy Kreme donuts! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Michelle. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Landrum Library.
Teen Escape Room: The Curse of Ashford Manor
Unravel a tragic vampire love story and solve the mystery! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Noelle. Contact Phone: 864-463-0430.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cowpens Library.
Teens Paint Along: Bob Ross
Learn how to paint a beach scene from a certified Bob Ross Instructor! Wear clothes that can get messy. Attendance is limited to 12 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Craft, DIY & Maker. Contact Name: Alice. Contact Phone: 864-474-0421.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacolet Library.
Teen Cat Cafe
Enjoy bubble tea and play with adoptable cats from the Spartanburg Humane Society! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Special Events. Contact Name: Amanda. Contact Phone: 864-476-8770.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Woodruff Library.
Teen Open Mic
Perform a talent, sing karaoke, or just enjoy the show! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
This program was made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (www.imls.gov), administered by the South Carolina State Library (www.statelibrary.sc.gov).
Category: Music Programs. Contact Name: Sara and Tessa. Contact Phone: 864-472-8363.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Inman Library.
Teens Taste Test: International Snacks
Try a variety of snacks from around the world and rate your favorites on a tier list! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Room: Vann Studio. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Melissa. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Headquarters Library.
Teens Play: Musical Bingo
Compete for prizes and enjoy a coffee bar while you play! For teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Jayme. Contact Phone: 864-574-6815.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cyrill-Westside Library.
Teen Escape Room: Art Heist
Solve puzzles with other teens to find a lost art piece and race against the clock to escape the museum! Open to the first 10 teens ages 12-18 or entering grades 7-12.
Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Samantha. Contact Phone: 864-578-3665.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Boiling Springs Library.
Teen Booklovers Party & Book Box
Decorate bookends, diamond paint book covers, make custom bookmarks, and win stickers, bookmarks, and books! For teens ages 12-18 or in entering grades 7-12.
Attendees are guaranteed the Fireworks Book Box that includes snacks, trinkets, and a book perfect for readers who love music and light romance! Leftovers will be available by lottery after the program with priority given to teens who have never received a Book Box before. The form will be open until Sunday, August 3 at 11:59 p.m. and can be found here: https://forms.gle/2jQ4N5j1b7D7jxTD7.
Room: Teen Hub. Category: Fun & Games. Contact Name: Susan. Contact Phone: 864-596-3506.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Headquarters Library.