October is TeenTober

Dive into one of photography's oldest and most striking development processes. Learn the history of this fascinating photography technique and create your own spooky-themed cyanotype photograms. Participants are encouraged to bring patterned objects to make their prints even more unique. No experience or equipment needed; supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-420-1732 or bacaj@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+

Make something spooky that moves! Use Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly 3D modeling program, to combine simple shapes, joints and details into your own articulated figure. Learn the basics of 3D design while creating a creepy, movable bone figure with plenty of personality. Computers are provided on a first-come, first served basis. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-474-3033 or hernandezjes@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+

Learn how to upcycle your old fabric to create a new spooky friend. Make a ghost using old fabric that you can hang for decoration to celebrate the season. You can bring your own fabric to use but all materials provided. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-474-3033 or hernandezjes@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+

This Halloween, paint your own wooden pumpkin to create a unique jack-o’-lantern that you can display at home. No carving required—just have fun designing your spooky, silly, or festive pumpkin! Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Take on N64 Rainbow Road like never before! Team up. Sabotage. Survive. Dodge relentless Blue Shells and Lightning attacks as you race through absolute chaos, all in pursuit of the best time. You’ll need to work together to survive… but only one can win. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-757-0668 or barretoa@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.

Create your own fantasy journey and get ready for an adventure like no other. Learn how to create your own unique characters, battle against powerful creatures, guide your own campaigns, and cause tons of chaos with your friends using cool dice and the power of your imagination! Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Help us create a month-long art gallery! Make a mini masterpiece on a sticky note and add it to our growing collection. How creative can you get in such a tiny space? For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Bring your spooky scary story to life with stop-motion animation using Dragonframe, a professional animation software. Learn how to capture smooth, expressive frame-by-frame movement and create your own short creepy animation to showcase with skeletons and other creatures. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-474-3033 or hernandezjes@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+

Celebrate TeenTober and create your own light-up Halloween card using simple paper circuits and LEDs. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or email imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Test out your Halloween knowledge with a spooky trivia program! Every right answer comes with a candy treat, but beware! Every wrong answer comes with a jellybean trick! Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-820-8520 or alemanr@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Ready to show off your Halloween style? Join us for a costume party where creativity flourishes! Whether your costume is spooky, silly or completely original, come dressed to make an impression. Enjoy music, strike a pose at our green screen photo station and celebrate with friends with games and much more! Registration required. For more information, contact 305-474-3033 or hernandezjes@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+