Teens and Adults Participate in Summer Break
July 14, 2020
Did you know that teens and adults can join in on Summer Break too? Summer is such a great time to read all the books you’ve wanted to read - no assigned books here!
This summer explore the world around you through books, resources and online programs. New opportunities for learning are everywhere. The Library is here to help you find inspiration to try something new.
When you register for Summer Break, you will find activities to complete to earn virtual badges. In addition to Reading, some of our activity ideas include:
Create:
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Cook something using a new recipe (teens and adults)
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Create your own graphic novel (teens)
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Organize a space in your house or room (adults)
Write:
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Create a book list using BiblioCommons, the Library’s online catalog (teens and adults)
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Write your family tree with the Library version of Ancestry.com (teens)
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Send a card to a friend or family member (adults)
Play:
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Play a board game (teens and adults)
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Try to get out of one of the digital escape rooms (teens)
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Play a sport (adults)
Explore:
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Find a book recommendation from a library booklist (teens and adults)
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Plan your future by using the Library’s Road Map to Success (teens)
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Watch a documentary with your library card from PBS Video (adults)
Give:
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Donate to a nonprofit (teens and adults)
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Participate in a virtual volunteering activity for the library (teens)
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Donate a needed item to a neighbor (adults)
WOW 5 for 5:
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Attend a virtual writing workshop with your local library (teens and adults)
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Find a great new book to read with help from a librarian (teens and adults)
Programs for Teens
Though our Summer Break 2020 program can be completed entirely online, our libraries are hosting some exciting virtual programs this summer for teens.
Teens
Read:
Choose a book from one of our suggested teen reading lists for Summer Break: learn more
Explore:
Learn about different career paths by listening to the Library's Career Exploration Spotlight podcasts: learn more
Visit the Library's Digital Branch for teen programs: learn more
Create:
Create your college planning timeline or explore careers using CFNC: learn more
Learn a craft or hobby through Universal Class: learn more
Play:
Try to get out of one of our digital escape rooms: learn more
Give:
Participate in a virtual volunteering activity for the Library: learn more
Find a great new book to read with help from a librarian and read to someone: learn more
Write:
Write your family tree with the Library version of Ancestry.com: learn more
Write your brag sheet to help you with a job or college admissions interview: learn more
Adults
Read: Attend an Adult Book Club
Explore: Bridging the Social Distance, Mindful Monday, Community Conversation: Setting Your Goals (SUG), Jobseeker Support Group
Play: Participate in an exciting game of Dewey and Dragons – Millennial+ Edition (BFR)
Write: Learn how to improve your writing with an Adult writing workshop like Sex, Drugs, & Rock & Roll: Writing Gripping Scenes or Adult Fanfiction Writing Group
Teen Activities
Read:
Teen Book Clubs – Join us online for teen book discussions, recommended reads, and a place to share your love of reading!
Explore:
My Next Step for Teens - Do you need help figuring out your next step to successfully plan for your future? We're here to help connect you with the resources you need to succeed. Appointments are available via Zoom. We also offer a form to get personalized feedback related to college and career readiness.
Create:
Teens LIVE on Instagram - Library staff go live on Instagram twice a week with maker projects, career conversations, and more! Check ImaginOn’s IGTV for past episodes, and our online calendar for new ones!
STEAM 101 - Join us online to learn and develop new skills with our STEAM 101 programs. Explore art, kitchen chemistry, or an egg drop challenge through our virtual programs.
Play:
Dewey & Dragons – Participate online in the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing board game that encourages cooperation, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and critical thinking skills.
Teen Trivia - Calling all trivia fans! Test your knowledge on a variety of topics such as popular and fandom culture and win bragging rights!
Give:
Teen Advisory Council – Interested in sharing your ideas, working with peers, and earning community service hours online? Teens will work collaboratively on projects and services that will improve Teen Services within the library in this virtual program.
Access the July Teen Online Activities Calendar
Visit our calendar for even more upcoming virtual programs that you can access from home! Choose “Select tag(s)” on the right to narrow down by age.
The Summer Break program is wonderful for all ages! We have activities and book suggestions for babies/children, teens and adults.
Comments? Questions?
Are you having problems with the Summer Break website or your account? Do you have questions about the program? Feel free to call your local library for assistance or email [email protected].
The 2020 Summer Break program is brought to you by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library with additional support from Wendy’s and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation.