If unlimited candy isn’t enough Halloween fun for your tween or teen, the Teen Advisory Board of the Edison Public Library is ready to amp up the thrills! On October 26, they will transform the Children’s Floor of the Edison Public Library Main Branch into a haunted house for those who dare to enter. Teens took charge of every detail of the Library Graveyard - A Haunted House —writing the story, designing the decor, and creating costumes. A select few will also lead small group walking tours.
Led by librarian Kaitlin Tighe, the Teen Advisory Board of the Edison Public Library meets regularly to brainstorm and implement activities aimed at engaging their peers, as well as younger children in the community. Their overarching goal is to ensure the library serves as a welcoming and dynamic space for lifelong learning and creativity.
“The Teen Advisory Board gives teens a chance to help the community, log volunteer service hours, and socialize” explains Tighe.
Beyond organizing events, the Teen Advisory Board of the Edison Public Library provides teens with a space to form meaningful connections, share their passions, and build a sense of belonging. Through collaborative efforts, members of the committee develop important life skills, including teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, all of which are applicable both in academic and personal settings. In the past, the committee has spearheaded initiatives in a variety of areas, such as photography workshops, science experiments, and gaming tournaments. These projects not only foster fun and learning but also empower teens to take on leadership roles and give back to their community.
Upcoming Tween/Teen Events at the Edison Public Library Include:
- Tween/Teen Ghost Scavenger Hunt: Thursday, Oct. 24: All day
- Game Day: Tuesday, October 29: 3:00 - 4:45 pm
- Horror-Themed Poetry - Featuring JP's Poetry Performance Club: Wednesday, Oct. 30: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
- Teen Halloween Party and Costume Contest - Thursday, Oct. 31: 3:00- 4:00 pm
- Learn About Rocketry & Meet Team Mach Lightspeed: Saturday, Nov. 09: 2:00- 4:00 pm
- Tween and Teen Finacial Literacy Workshop: Wednesday, Nov. 13: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
The next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board of the Edison Public Library is on Monday, October 28 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Teen participants can join as many sessions as possible without any pressure. Contact Kaitlin Tighe at ktighe@edisonpubliclibrary.org for more information.
This article was generated with the assistance of ChatGPT, an AI language model developed by OpenAI.
