Register to receive a Novel-Teen Book Box, and the youth services librarians will select a book perfectly suited to your tastes.
BPL Novel-Teen Book Box is a free single-month subscription service. Each box will contain one book, an assortment of novelty items, and snacks all based on a theme. Once you have successfully registered, a survey will be sent to your email address. Your completed survey will inform the librarians of your reading preferences. They will select a book based on your survey answers and prepare your Novel-Teen box.
The box and its contents will be yours to keep (forever!), so no need to return anything to the library.
This program is limited to Benbrook resident and non-resident cardholders.
Come join us as we break out our collection of board games, playing cards, and dominoes and let you and your family have at them.
Our giant versions of Connect 4, Jenga, checkers, and Kerplunk offer big gaming fun you won’t find hardly anywhere else.
Game Night is a potluck affair, so attendees are encouraged (though not required) to bring food to share so that everyone can snack while they play. The library provides soda, juice, and water for all. The games are set out for you to browse, and you’re welcome to play whichever one(s) you’d like, either with your friends and family or with other game lovers from the community. Occasionally, we’ll have a themed Game Night. Such nights will be noted on the schedule.
Code Club supports STEAM education and gives kids the opportunity to develop meaningful life skills, such as creative thinking, problem solving and digital literacy
To join Code Club, click here, select sign up and register for free. Start programming immediately. Nothing to download. The program is all web-based.
When: 1st Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Recommended Ages: 7-18
Registration Required
Dive into the world of coding and 3D modeling! For coding we will primarily use Fiero Code, which is a self-paced learn-to-code software for kids that features hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects. In addition, tweens and teens will have the option to learn 3D modeling using Tinkercad, which is a free, web-based 3D design and modeling tool that allows users to create models for 3D printing.
LEGO club encourages participants to learn while having fun. While stacking and constructing with these seemingly simple bricks, you'll sharpen your problem-solving skills and teamworking abilities. The open-ended nature of this program allows for creative expression and free building. Intended for ages 6-15.
Teen Book Club is hosted on the fourth Friday of every month (excluding holidays). Join us for a lively discussion of Book Title and Author. We have a prepared list of questions, opinions, and random factoids, but feel free to prep your own questions and opinions of this month's book. We will vote on next month's read at the end of the meeting.
Calling all crafty and artsy teens! During Teen Crafternoon, there will be crafts and casual conversation -- painting, beading, and everything in between. Make something for yourself or a friend during this monthly program!
Crafts vary each month. All instruction and materials will be provided.
Have fun being a part of a team as you learn to build a robot and code it to complete missions autonomously.
Do you love all things Pokémon? Catch 'em all at our monthly Pokémon Club. Enjoy snacks, trade cards, express your creativity through a Pokémon-related craft, and hang out after school with other fans. Drop in anytime between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to join in on the fun and make like-minded friends. Intended for ages 6-15.
Join us for an evening of spells, strategy, and socializing!
Whether you're a seasoned planeswalker, just getting back into the game, or have always wanted to learn Magic: The Gathering, this event is for you! We're creating a friendly, welcoming environment for players of all experience levels.
Click here to learn more!