Welcome to the Teen Department!

Welcome to the Young Adult Library!

The Young Adult Library is located on the lower level of the South Huntington Public Library. This space is for tweens and teens in grades 6th through 12th. This space is for meeting friends, relaxing with a good book, doing homework, playing games and attending library programs. We welcome all to our library and through respect and cooperation, our Young Adult Library is a fun place to be!

What Goes on in the YA Library?

Study Hours: are available at certain times of the year in support of our local schools, and are posted in our Newsletter and at the YA Desk when they are in session. This means quiet group discussion for the purpose of studying for exams. Conversation is permitted in hushed tones, but all electronic devices must have their speakers muted. Gaming is suspended when Study Hours are in session.

Eating: is not permitted in the YA Library. The Cafe' Area located outside of the YA Library is available for consuming any and all food items. Beverages are permitted in the YA Library. All patrons are expected to clean up after themselves.

Telephone: The library does not have a public telephone. If you need to make a call for a ride home, please ask a librarian and we will assist you.

Rules: are strictly enforced and behavior that interferes with the use of the library by other patrons and the staff will not be tolerated. We want EVERYONE to enjoy the library. In the event a minor is asked to leave the library for the day, his/her parents may be contacted.

YA Services

Laptops: We have Windows computers with word processing programs as well as printing and Wi-Fi capabilities.

Gaming Systems We have Nintendo Switch, XBOX ONE, Playstation 4 and WiiU gaming systems.

These items are available for usage during staffed hours and with a SHPL library card in good standing for those in grades 6-12. They may be subject to availability of the space.

YA Programs We have a variety of fun programs that are for our SHPL patrons in grades 6-12, including:

Summer and Winter Reading Challenge
100 books before Graduation Reading Challenge
Teen Advisory Board and other community service programs
A variety of craft and food programs
College preparation and planning
Regents review classes and Study Hours

Upcoming Teen Events

Decorate a Pencil Case: a Community Service Program

6:00pm–8:00pm

Teens

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Get Involved

Event Details:

Decorate a pencil case to donate to our school supplies drive for a maximum of one hour of community service. For SHPL cardholders in grades 6-12. No registration required.

Kids Flick: A Minecraft Movie

6:30pm–8:15pm

Early Childhood, Children, Teens, Adults

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Theater

Age Group: Early Childhood, Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Movies

Event Details:

A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination.

Naruto Pixel Coding Art

7:00pm–8:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

In this class, Teens will learn how computers create images. Explore the fundamentals of coding by translating their favorite Naruto characters into intricate pixel art. Registration begins July 18 at 7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Teen Tie Dye

6:30pm–7:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Nothing says summer like a tie dye shirt. Create a colorful shirt using various tie dye techniques. Dress for a mess as the dye is permanent!

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Teen Tie Dye

7:00pm–7:30pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Nothing says summer like a tie dye shirt. Create a colorful shirt using various tie dye techniques. Dress for a mess as the dye is permanent!

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Teen Tie Dye

7:30pm–8:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Program Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Nothing says summer like a tie dye shirt. Create a colorful shirt using various tie dye techniques. Dress for a mess as the dye is permanent!

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Bracelets for Reading: a Community Service Program

3:30pm–5:30pm

Teens

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Get Involved

Event Details:

Put together beaded bracelets that promote reading and libraries. One hour of community service. No registration required, but you must have a South Huntington Library Card to receive community service.

Craft & Cookies: Easy Peasy Painting Project

7:00pm–8:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Cooking

Registration Required

Event Details:

Capture the beauty of nature in silhouette with this easy art project. It's fun, stress-free, and ideal for anyone—even if you don’t consider yourself artistic! Snacks will be provided. Registration begins July 18 at 7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Board Game Night

6:30pm–8:30pm

Teens, Adults

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Fun & Games

Event Details:

Ever hear of “Catan” or “Ticket to Ride”? Are you already an expert in “Everdell” and “Azul”? Board games are more popular than ever. Come and join the fun with Gamemasters Dave and Ginger as they host board game night in the library.

DIY Fidget Spinners

7:00pm–8:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Sustainable

Registration Required

Event Details:

CALLING ALL FIDGET SPINNERS FANS! Join Miss Georgina and make a one of a kind fidget spinner! All materials will be provided. Registration begins July 25 at 7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Back to School Survival Kit

6:30pm–8:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Technology Center

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Just in time for back to school! Pack some of the necessities for surviving a school day in a customized pouch that you decorate yourself. Registration begins August 1 at 7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

Dog Days of Summer- Sculpey Clay Dog

5:00pm–6:00pm

Teens

Registration Required

Library Branch: South Huntington Public Library

Room: Young Adult Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come have fun making your own sculpey clay dog with Art Teacher Amy. Step by step we will make a cute dog in clay. No experience necessary! Registration begins August 1 at 7pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Young Adult Programs

If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.

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