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Teen Programs
 
Main Library is located at 201 E. Park Street.
Indian Creek Branch is located at 12990 S. Black Bob Rd.

For further information on any of these programs, call (913) 971-6888.
 
 
 
    
      




Babysitting Class w/CPR  CANCELLED
Tuesday, December 30    1:00-4:00 pm
Indian Creek

 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, January 8  3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, January 13   4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, January 15    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.

OPL's Teen Library Club (TLC)
Monday, January 19   5:30-7:00 pm
Main Library

TLC is always looking for new members, and what better time to join than in the fall to earn service hours for school! Olathe Public Library's Teen Library Club (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to volunteer to assist and support library services for young adults. Members plan and promote exciting programs, participate in special community service projects, attend special outings, assist with teen page and blog and discuss books, music, movies, and web sites! An interest in serving others in the community and in participating in the meetings regularly is helpful. Potential TLC members fill out a simple registration form at their first meeting. Membership looks good on resumes and college applications. TLC members also receive volunteer hours. Refreshments are served at every meeting. No registration required. Questions, call (913) 971-6888.
 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, January 22  3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, January 27    4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, February 3   4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, February 5    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.

Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, February 12   3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

OPL's Teen Library Club (TLC)
Monday, February 16    5:30-7:00 pm
Main Library

TLC is always looking for new members, and what better time to join than in the fall to earn service hours for school! Olathe Public Library's Teen Library Club (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to volunteer to assist and support library services for young adults. Members plan and promote exciting programs, participate in special community service projects, attend special outings, assist with teen page and blog and discuss books, music, movies, and web sites! An interest in serving others in the community and in participating in the meetings regularly is helpful. Potential TLC members fill out a simple registration form at their first meeting. Membership looks good on resumes and college applications. TLC members also receive volunteer hours. Refreshments are served at every meeting. No registration required. Questions, call (913) 971-6888.

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, February 17    4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, February 19    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.
 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, February 26 3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, March 3    4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, March 5    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.

Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, March 12   3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Monday, March 16    1:00-4:00 pm
Main

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins March 2 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.

OPL's Teen Library Club (TLC)
Monday, March 16    5:30-7:00 pm
Main Library

TLC is always looking for new members, and what better time to join than in the fall to earn service hours for school! Olathe Public Library's Teen Library Club (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to volunteer to assist and support library services for young adults. Members plan and promote exciting programs, participate in special community service projects, attend special outings, assist with teen page and blog and discuss books, music, movies, and web sites! An interest in serving others in the community and in participating in the meetings regularly is helpful. Potential TLC members fill out a simple registration form at their first meeting. Membership looks good on resumes and college applications. TLC members also receive volunteer hours. Refreshments are served at every meeting. No registration required. Questions, call (913) 971-6888.

Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Wednesday, March 18    1:00-4:00 pm
Indian Creek

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins March 4 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, March 19    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.

Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, March 26  3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only.  

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, March 31   4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, April 2    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.
 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, April 9   3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, April 14    4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, April 16    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.


OPL's Teen Library Club (TLC)
Monday, April 20    5:30-7:00 pm
Main Library

TLC is always looking for new members, and what better time to join than in the fall to earn service hours for school! Olathe Public Library's Teen Library Club (TLC) is an opportunity for teens to volunteer to assist and support library services for young adults. Members plan and promote exciting programs, participate in special community service projects, attend special outings, assist with teen page and blog and discuss books, music, movies, and web sites! An interest in serving others in the community and in participating in the meetings regularly is helpful. Potential TLC members fill out a simple registration form at their first meeting. Membership looks good on resumes and college applications. TLC members also receive volunteer hours. Refreshments are served at every meeting. No registration required. Questions, call (913) 971-6888.
 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, April 23   3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, April 28    4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Afternoon Rush @ Main
Tuesday, May 5   4:00-6:00pm
Main Library

Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the computer room to play on our Nintendo WII, Play Station 2, or a computer with Internet access to play Runsescape or check your MySpace account. See you there! Program is open to 7-12th graders only. No registration required. Quiestion, call (913) 913-6888.

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, May 7    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.
 
Afternoon Rush @ IC 
Thursday, May 14   3:30-6:30 pm
Indian Creek
 
Hey Olathe teens, looking for something fun to do after school? Join other teens in the large meeting room at Indian Creek Branch Library to play on our Nintendo Wii, Play Station 2, or use a laptop with internet access to play Runescape, check your MySpace/Facebook account, or work on school work.  Occasionally, new releases of movies that are rated G-PG13 will be shown.  More information regarding films being shown will be posted on the teen website, teen blog, and in the lobby of Indaian Creek Branch Library on the day of the showing.  Gaming and laptops will be available every time!  You may also just come in to unwind, talk to friends, eat a snack, or work on school assignments.  A librarian will be present to answer homework questions.  This program is designed to be educational, creative, entertaining, and it’s FREE!  Snacks provided.  No registration required.See you there!  Program is open to 7-12th graders only. 

Olathe YA Anime Club
Thursday, May 21    4:00-7:00pm
Indain Creek

Can’t get enough anime and manga? The club gives teens an opportunity to meet twice a month in September through December to share their manga drawings, watch anime together, play anime computer games, learn about Japanese culture, and talk about manga and anime.  Attend both programs in a month or just the one that will fit in your schedule.  Refreshments will be served.  Occasionally, Japanese treats will be served. No Registration Required. Questions, call 913-971-6888. Event is free.

 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Monday, June 15    1:00-4:00 pm
Main

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins June 1 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.
 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Wednesday, June 17    1:00-4:00 pm
Indian Creek

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins June 1 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.
 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Monday, July 13    1:00-4:00 pm
Main

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins July 1 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.
 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Wednesday, July 15    1:00-4:00 pm
Indian Creek

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins July 1 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.
 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Wednesday, August 5    1:00-4:00 pm
Indian Creek

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins July 21 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.
 
Babysitting Class w/CPR 
Friday, August 7    1:00-4:00 pm
Main

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? Need to refresh your babysitting skills? Take this fun half day class where you will learn how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. MED-ACT instructors will cover First-Aid, CPR and discuss information on how to set-up a babysitting business. Participants will receive certificates. Program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 only. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration begins July 21 at 10:00am. Please call (913) 971-6888 or sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk at either library location. Program is free and supplies are provided.

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