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Teen Lounge
2023-10-04 15:00:00 2023-10-04 18:00:00 America/Chicago Teen Lounge Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens. Central Library

Wednesday, October 04
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-04 15:00:00 2023-10-04 18:00:00 America/Chicago Teen Lounge Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens. Central Library

Central Library

Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium

Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.

Teen lounge is a great place to study and hang out. Make new friends or bring your bestie! Play games, check out books and comics, or catch up on homework. If you're looking for more adventure and creative opportunities, coming to Teen Lounge is a great way to learn about our Maker Space, Digital Literacy Lab and Flight Simulators (ages 12+). 

Spaceport entertainment includes:

  • Snacks
  • Board games
  • Books to read and check out
  • Computer access (supervised) 
  • Craft supplies
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Xbox 1

Now located in the Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium on the second floor of Central Library. 

TAGS: | Gaming | Drop In |

Central Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Buddy Ingalls
Hours
Mon, Sep 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking rates & details.

Services

  • Audio Induction Looping, Auditorium Access
  • AWE Early Literacy Computer
  • Bike Locks
  • Business Center
  • Checkout laptops for in-library use
  • Meeting Room(s)
  • Public Access Computers
  • Public Fax
  • WiFi
  • Wireless printing

Upcoming events

Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Stay and Play
Wed, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games, weather permitting. For ages 4-10.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Thu, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Hobbit Day Party
Sat, Sep 14, All day
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Celebrate Hobbit Day with us! Enjoy snacks, crafts, Maker Space activities and more. Costumes are encouraged. For all ages.
Hobbit Day Movie
Sat, Sep 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Tandy Garden
Celebrate Hobbit Day with us! Bring a picnic basket and blanket for a movie in our garden.
Monthly Movie Matinee - "Paths of Glory" (1957)
Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us every Second Saturday afternoon for a critically acclaimed classic or contemporary film. Coffee and cookies are provided. For adults. 
Music Monday
Mon, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for a fun morning of singing and dancing to help foster early literacy skills.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Workplace Winners: Strategies for Job Seekers
Mon, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join a team of experts at the Tulsa City-County Library as they help you navigate tips and tools to aid you in getting your ideal job! Registration is required. For adults and... more
Join a team of experts at the Tulsa City-County Library as they help you navigate tips and tools to aid you in getting your ideal job! Registration is required. For adults and teens.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Microsoft Open Lab
Tue, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
Bring your projects and get your questions answered by the Digital Literacy Lab coordinator. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/ Stay and Play
Tue, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this storytime! There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your... more
Bring the whole family for this storytime! There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Stay and Play
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games, weather permitting. For ages 4-10.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
PAWS for Reading
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Elementary schoolers are invited to read their favorite books to a furry, four-pawed friend. Registration is required.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/ Stay and Play
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this storytime! There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your... more
Bring the whole family for this storytime! There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Leave the Leaves
Tue, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Bring your lunch and get fall gardening tips from the experts. Rethink what you know about cleaning out garden beds as you learn a new approach to fall leaves. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Stay and Play
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge - Special Edition Maker Space!
Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Maker Space
Join us for a special Teen Lounge in the Maker Space. Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens... more
Join us for a special Teen Lounge in the Maker Space. Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Playing is learning! Join us for this play workshop program for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop
Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Playing is learning! Join us for this play workshop program for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games, weather permitting. For ages 4-10.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
How To Build Effective Work Relationships
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join Elaina Ross, Ph.D., for this program focusing on applied strategies for dealing with difficult colleagues, repairing strained working relationships and building new,... more
Join Elaina Ross, Ph.D., for this program focusing on applied strategies for dealing with difficult colleagues, repairing strained working relationships and building new, authentic relationships.
Retouch Old Photos With Photoshop
Thu, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn the basics of photo restoration with Photoshop. Registration is required. For adults.
Rescheduled
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop
Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Thursday, September 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Playing is learning! Join us for this play workshop program for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Proficiency Bonus: Building Character - Dungeons & Dragons Series, Part 1
Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Are you new to D&D? Are you an expert with knowledge to share? Are you somewhere in between? This program series is for you! Registration is encouraged. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/ Stay and Play
Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Native Plants for Fall Color
Tue, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Bring your lunch and get tips from the experts on filling your yard with fall color. Learn about native plants that thrive in Oklahoma, including techniques for transplanting... more
Bring your lunch and get tips from the experts on filling your yard with fall color. Learn about native plants that thrive in Oklahoma, including techniques for transplanting and dividing. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Stay and Play
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games, weather permitting. For ages 4-10.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Tinker Saturday
Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Maker Space
Experience the joy of tinkering in the Maker Space as a family. Explore cutting-edge tech, experiment with materials and create something unique you can take home.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/ Stay and Play
Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Climate and Microclimates in Oklahoma
Tue, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Bring your lunch and hear from the experts about changes in Oklahoma soil, wind, rain patterns and extreme temperatures, as well as how to work with your own microclimates. For... more
Bring your lunch and hear from the experts about changes in Oklahoma soil, wind, rain patterns and extreme temperatures, as well as how to work with your own microclimates. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Stay and Play
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games, weather permitting. For ages 4-10.
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation
Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Want to learn more about the Digital Literacy Lab? Come and see what we’re about! Orientation is required before independent use of the lab.
Family Movie Friday
Fri, Oct 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 12 and younger.
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