Erie County Public Library has a month of ways for teens to create, play and have a say.<\/p>\n
A retro arcade night, a Halloween party and a chance to win a capybara backpack? TeenTober is giving Erie teens plenty of reasons to stop by the library this October. Erie County Public Library has October events for teens who like games, art, spooky stories and making things. They can also try activities on their own for a chance to win prizes.<\/p>\n
TeenTober is a chance for teens to explore what the library offers all year, from creative projects to a place to spend time with friends.<\/p>\n
This article is sponsored by the Erie County Public Library.<\/p>\n
How teens can enter to win TeenTober prizes<\/p>\n
Teens ages 13\u201318 can earn prize tickets by attending a library event or completing activities such as the Literature Scavenger Hunt and the Read Outside the Box challenge. They can also share their opinions through the Teen Survey or Teen Database Review.<\/p>\n
Each completed activity gives them another chance to win. The TeenTober prize list<\/a>\u00a0includes headphones, art supplies, games, gift cards and more. (Printouts are available at Erie County Public Library locations.)<\/p>\n A few TeenTober events to put on the calendar<\/p>\n Ticket to Read: Library Fall Carnival This one works if you\u2019re bringing younger siblings along. The carnival includes games, performers and treats, with games and crafts for ages 5\u201312 in the Community Classroom and ages 13\u201318 in the Teen Space. No registration is required; activities are available while supplies last.<\/p>\n Retro Arcade Night Teens ages 13\u201318 can try retro video games, make pixel art, play an arcade-themed board game and grab a snack. No registration is required.<\/p>\n Teen Halloween Party Games, music, snacks and a costume contest are on the plan for this free party for ages 13\u201318. Costumes are encouraged, but your teen can come without one. Registration is required<\/a>.<\/p>\n Find more TeenTober events<\/p>\n There\u2019s plenty more happening throughout October, including crafts, writing workshops and game clubs at library locations around Erie County. Check the calendar below for dates, ages and registration details:<\/p>\n Teens can help shape the library, too<\/p>\n
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2\u20134 p.m. | Blasco Library<\/p>\n
Monday, Oct. 19, 6\u20138 p.m. | Blasco Library Teen Space<\/p>\n
Saturday, Oct. 24, 1\u20133 p.m. | Blasco Library Teen Space<\/p>\n