Top Events for Tweens and Teens This Month in Tulsa
Tulsa offers a variety of all-ages events each month, but we wanted to create a special list of events just for tweens and teens in the Tulsa area! For more tween- and teen-related content, go to tulsakids.com/tweens-teens, where we cover everything from getting a driver’s license in Oklahoma to screen time to teen-friendly destinations in the Tulsa area.
Anime & Manga
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Arts, Crafts & Creativity
Teen Time: Art – Shrinky Dinks
- Monday, Nov. 3 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Charles Page Library, 551 E. 4th St., Sand Springs
The library will have Shrinky Dinks supplies, or you can just hang out. Bring a friend or make some new ones. For teens and tweens.
Ready, Set, WRITE! Teen Creative Writing Circle and Workshop
- Monday, Nov. 3 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Rudisill Regional Library ● Archer Room, 1520 N. Hartford Ave.
Join the library for teen writing circle. They will have games and activities to break the ice and help with writer’s block, mini lessons and exercises on writing styles and techniques, and space to share what you’re working on and get feedback and support from others to cheer you on. Bring your favorite notebook and come ready to discover a new side of yourself!
Liquid Artistry
- Tuesday, Nov. 4 ● 4-5 p.m.
- South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut Ave., BA
Experience unique liquid art, swirling colors and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces with hydro dipping. Registration is required. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Teen Tuesday: Arts and Crafting – Squeegee Abstract Painting
- Tuesday, Nov. 4 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Collinsville Library, 1223 W. Main St., Collinsville
Learn some beginner-friendly abstract painting techniques with squeegees, acrylic and ink. Registration is required. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teen and tweens.
Creative Writing Club
- Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 19 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Judy Z. Kishner Library, 10150 N. Cincinnati Ave., Sperry
Do you want to learn how to write creatively or develop your writing skills? If so, join our creative writing club. All skill levels are welcome; no experience required. For teens and tweens.
Duct-Tape Crafts
- Thursday, Nov. 6 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Broken Arrow Library, 300 W. Broadway Ave., BA
Craft with duct tape! A wide variety of colors and patterns will be available to make bookmarks, key chains and more. For teens and tweens.
Funk-tional Furniture
- Saturday, Nov. 8 ● noon-2 p.m.
- South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut Ave.
Learn how to make a storage ottoman out of crates, foam, fabric and a lot of staples! Registration is required. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Young Writers Collective
- Wednesday, Nov. 12 ● 4-4:45 p.m.
- Collinsville Library, 1223 W. Main St., Collinsville
A teen-led writing workshop to help strengthen and build creativity. Meets on the main floor of the library in the teen area or in the meeting room downstairs. Hosted by Owasso Library’s Teen Advisory Board. Registration is required. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 10-18.
Tech Take-Apart
- Tuesday, Nov. 25 ● 2:30-4:30 p.m.
- Hardesty Regional Library ● Pecan Room, 8316 E. 93rd St.
Ever wanted to rage against the (fax) machine? Join us as we dismantle CPUs, phones and more! Materials are provided. For teens and tweens.
Book Clubs
In the Middle: Tween Book Club
- Thursday, Nov. 6 ● 4-5 p.m.
- South Broken Arrow Library, 3600 S. Chestnut Ave.
Danilo Was Here by Tamika Burgess follows a young boy’s journey as he uses his baseball talent to train in the U.S., searching for his absent father amidst the challenges brought on by the U.S. invasion of Panamá. For tweens.
Graphic Novel Book Club
- Saturday, Nov. 8 ● 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Nathan Hale Library, 6038 E. 23rd St.
Discuss the first volume of Delicious in Dungeon by Ryoko Kui. If you like the Netflix show, you’ll love the graphic novel. For teens and tweens.
Tweens Read Book Club
- Thursday, Nov. 20 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Charles Page Library, 551 E. 4th St., Sand Springs
Read what you can of Drawing Deena by Hena Khan and join for book-related activities and discussion. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Charles Page Library. For tweens.
Dungeons & Dragons
We’ve created a separate list for TCCL’s monthly DnD events. Find it at tulsakids.com/dungeons-and-dragons-groups
Games and Gaming
- Monday, Nov. 10 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Bronson Brookside Library, 4607 S. Madison Pl.
Join the library for Nintendo Switch, board games and card games. For teens.
Teen Time: Gaming
- Monday, Nov. 17 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Charles Page Library, 551 E. 4th St., Sand Springs
Play a video game on the library’s Switch or just hang out. For teens and tweens.
Third Thursday Arcade
- Thursday, Nov. 20 ● 3:30-5:30 p.m.
- Maxwell Park Library, 1313 N. Canton Ave.
Play games on the library’s Nintendo Switch and Xbox. Space is limited to four players per game on the Switch and two per game on the Xbox, so taking turns in a must. For teens and tweens.
Game Lounge
- Thursday, Nov. 20 ● 5-6:30 p.m.
- Hardesty Regional Library ● Digital Lounge, 8316 E. 93rd St.
Discover a relaxed space where teens can connect with friends, dive into exhilarating video games, and unleash their creativity in a safe and welcoming environment. Video games and activities are provided.
Other Social Groups
Coffee House at Youth Services of Tulsa
- Saturdays, 7-11 p.m.
- Where: Youth Services of Tulsa, 311 S. Madison Ave.
This is a weekly time for middle and high school students to hang out while enjoying fun activities and free QuikTrip beverages. Check their Facebook page for themes or cancellations.
Teen Connection
- The last Wednesday of the month, 4:30-6 p.m., does not meet in Dec.
- The Arc of Oklahoma, 2516 E. 71st St. Suite A
Social group for middle and high school students (6th-12th grade) with high-functionin
Teen Advisory Board
- Tuesday, Nov. 4 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Nathan Hale Library, 6038 E. 23rd St.
Teens are invited to help plan programs at Nathan Hale Library for community service hours.
Bronson Brookside Teen Advisory Board
- Wednesday, Nov. 5 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Bronson Brookside Library, 4607 S. Madison Ave.
Join Bronson Brookside Library’s Teen Advisory Board and influence library events, gain volunteer experience and share your ideas. For ages 13-17.
Teen Lounge
- Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26 ● 4-6 p.m.
- Central Library ● Chapman Room, 300 Civic Center
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 Night
- Thursday, Nov. 6 ● 5-7 p.m.
- Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32nd Pl.
Make crafts and play games at this casual monthly teen hangout. Bring your art project, your homework, your friends or just yourself! Snacks provided by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. For ages 13-18.
Snacks Around the World
- Wednesday, Nov. 12 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Herman and Kate Kaiser Library, 5202 S. Hudson Ave.
Enjoy an hour of sweet and savory snacks from all around the world. Rank your favorites on TierMaker. What will your S-tier snacks be? Registration is required. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Teen Advisory Board: Volunteer and Craft Series – Crochet
- Friday, Nov. 14 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Pratt Library, 3219 S. 113th Ave. W., Sand Springs
Love art, creativity and making an impact? If so, join our Teen Advisory Board! Share your ideas to help shape the future of library programs, then enjoy a hands-on, creative project. Learn to create a basic crochet chain and foundation row, and compete against fellow crafters to determine who has made the longest “tapeworm.” Crafters are also welcome to bring their own projects. For teens and tweens.
Jenks Library Teen Advisory Board
- Tuesday, Nov. 25 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Jenks Library, 523 W. B St., Jenks
Are you aged 12-17, love books and want volunteer hours? Join the Jenks Library Teen Advisory Board to meet peers, plan fun programs and help with library tasks while making a difference. Be part of a dynamic team that plays games, brainstorms future library programs and assists with important tasks like shelving books and preparing for events. Your voice and creativity can help shape the library experience for everyone.
