Program break August 16 – 31
All workshops and programs for teens will be paused August 16 – August 31. Teen self-led programs will continue during the break. All Teen Workshops and Programs will be back in the fall beginning September 1.
New Fall Teen Programming (Starts Sept. 1st)
For teens in grades 6-12
Teen Fandom
Geek out with fellow fans through themed activities, crafts, discussions, and fandom-inspired cooking projects. Plus, we’ll watch anime together and dive into the exciting worlds, characters, and stories that bring fandoms to life!
Kalispell Teen Zone: Wednesday, September 2, 3:30 – 5pm
NEW! Teen Craft Hub
Come craft with us. At Craft Hub we will create, learn, and discover new skills!
Bigfork Teen Zone: Tuesday, September 1, 8, & 15, 4-5:30pm
Kalispell Teen Zone: Wednesday, September 9, 3:30-5pm
NEW! MTG Teens
Build powerful decks, challenge other players, and become part of a community of Magic: The Gathering fans at the library! Whether you are brand new to the game or a seasoned player, come sharpen your strategy, solve exciting challenges, and make new friends through friendly competition & guided play. Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month!
Kalispell Teen Zone: Tuesday, September 8, 4-5:30pm
NEW! Teen DIY Take & Make Kit Drop-In Class
Want a little extra help or inspiration with your take home Kit? Join our drop-in session the 2nd Thursday of every month. No registration required, just drop in and create! Available while supplies last!
Kalispell Teen Zone: Thursday, September 10, 3:30-4:30pm
NEW! Tiny Tutorials
Are you a maker, or want to be one? Come hang in Columbia Falls’ Teen Zone and explore the world of DIY. Join us every other Friday!
Columbia Falls Teen Zone: Friday, September 11 & 25, 4-5pm
Teen Level Up
Join us once a month for hands on STEAM challenges where you’ll build, design, and experiment your way through fun projects that spark creativity and discovery.
Kalispell Teen Zone: Wednesday, September 16, 2:30-4pm
NEW! Teen LEGO STEM Club
Explore the world of science and engineering one brick at a time! Teens will tackle exciting STEM challenges that promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment. No experience needed, just curiosity and a love of building!
Kalispell Teen Zone: Wednesday, September 23, 4-5:30pm
TEEN SELF-LED PROGRAMS
NEW! Teen DIY Take & Make Kit: Cozy Fall Window Garland
Grab a DIY Take & Make Kit and bring the fun home! Each kit includes everything you need to learn a new skill and show off your creativity. Want a little extra help or inspiration? Join our drop-in session the 2nd Thursday of every month. No registration required, just drop in and create!
All Locations in the Teen Zone: All Month, while supplies last!
Switch Days
Bring your friends or come solo and battle it out on the Nintendo Switch in the Kalispell Teen Zone every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until 6pm. We will be alternating between Super Smash Ultimate and Mario Kart 8. For teens in grades 6-12.
Kalispell Teen Zone: All day, every Thursday through Saturday
Bigfork Teen Zone: All day, every Tuesday and Saturday
Digital Materials
MontanaLibrary2Go – Download audiobooks and ebooks for your computer, e-reader, portable media player or tablet.
Databases & Resources
Whether you are fixing your lawnmower, finding funding for a nonprofit organization or finishing a research paper, our databases have the information you need.
