Upcoming programs and activities for teens
Teen TD Summer Reading Club 2021
A summer of great reading awaits you in the library’s Teen Summer Reading Club. Participate in our online summer reading club through READsquared. (If you joined us last year, you can use your READsquared account.)
Dive into some great books and keep track of the number you read, all while earning points toward a certificate of completion (the reading club ends on Aug. 24). You will have a chance to win a prize draw at the end of the summer. Explore the recommended reading list, games you can play, and a fun Escape Room event.
Register now for the Teen summer reading club and get on the right page for some fun in the sun reading.
Superstar Storytellers Summer Series
The Superstar Storytellers Summer Series! Presented by the public libraries of Durham and York Regions. Join us this summer for four spectacular virtual children's author visits and other special events.
Reserve copies of the authors’ books at the library, or find their books and special summer reading bundles available for purchase through the Blue Heron Books.
Superstar Storytellers author visits |
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Registration opens two weeks before each event date. Sessions are hosted live on Zoom. Hosted jointly by the public libraries of Durham and York Region.
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Superstar Storytellers BINGO |
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Get your game on with Superstar Storyteller BINGO. Print off or pick up your BINGO card from your local library. The first card will be available with your TD Summer Reading Club kit! New cards will be released at every Superstar Author Event so keep an eye out! Send all your completed cards by email to jref@newmarketpl.ca or drop off at the library by August 13th 2021 for a draw to win a fabulous prize! Complete a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line for each card. That's a BINGO! Remember to write your name, email, and all the activities you completed so we know how to contact the winner. |
Superstar Storytellers art submissions |
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Calling all artists! That means you! Our Superstar Storytellers are coming to visit soon, and we want to welcome them with tons of art from you! We want you to send in your drawings, paintings, sculptures, chalk art, or comic in celebration of our visiting authors. Not quite finished their books? No problem! Here are some prompts to get you going:
Send your artwork by the deadline to Ariana at aferrone@markham.library.on.ca for a chance to have your artwork featured in our Superstar Storytellers pre-show! Friday, July 2nd is the deadline for our July authors: Gordon Korman, Sayantani DasGupta, Tracey West, and Vicky Fang. Monday, August 2nd is the deadline for our August authors: Justin A. Reynolds, Pablo Leon, Jess Keating, Katy Farina, and Aron Nels Steinke. |
Volunteer and community service hours
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and Maker Group |
| Help us shape the programs and services offered in the library! Teen Advisory Group (TAG) members work on projects that are always different as the work is often based on members' interests. Some of the work we've done in the past include literary projects, such as book displays, contests and reviews, and we also have a Maker Group that focuses on emerging technologies. Teens are welcome to join both groups to maximize volunteer hour potential. Meetings happen twice a month on Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Volunteers must be between 13-18 years old. |
Reading Buddies volunteer mentor |
| Help a young reader develop an interest in books and literature! You will mentor your Reading Buddy online via Zoom as you engage and motivate them to read. You will develop mentoring skills, and make a positive difference in your community. Volunteers must be 14 years or older. Both teen and adult volunteers are welcome. This program runs online from Sept - June. |
Chess in the library volunteer |
| Love playing chess? Want to help new players learn the rules, and give experienced players a challenging game? Volunteer to oversee this weekly program at the library on Saturday afternoons. Chess in the library runs every Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers must be between 13 to 18 years old. Chess in the Library at the Newmarket Public Library is a part of the Chess in the Library organization whose mission is to promote chess across Canada through its student volunteer-run program. For more information, visit the Chess in the Library website.
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Teens' online library
We have many online resources for teens. There you can find answers to your questions, help with research, plus eBooks, eAudiobooks and more.