Free Events for Tweens and Teens
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.
Arts, Crafts & Creativity
Teen Tuesday: Back-to-School Punch Cards
- Tuesday, Sept. 1 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Collinsville Library
Reach your academic goals and reward consistency by creating your own punch cards. Join for this creative, crafty hangout and help motivate yourself! Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Young Writers Collective
- Wednesday, Sept. 9 ● 4-5 p.m.
- LOCATION: Owasso Community Center, Eagles Room, 301 S. Cedar St.
Join for a teen-led writing workshop to help strengthen and build creativity. Bring a notepad and pencil. Snacks are provided by the Tulsa Library Trust. Hosted by Owasso Library’s Teen Advisory Board. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 10-18.
Teen Time: Pocket Library Tins
- Monday, Sept. 21 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Charles Page Library
Make a miniature library in a tin. Customize it with miniature books and decorations. Supplies are provided but limited. For teens and tweens.
Diamond Painting Party
- Friday, Sept. 25 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Pratt Library
Transform an everyday object in this dazzling diamond painting program. Bring an item you would like to bedazzle, such as a book, phone case, bookmark, laptop, water bottle or anything with a hard surface. Gems, glue and the tools to apply are provided. For teens and tweens.
Sewing for the “Money”
- Saturday, Sept. 26 ● 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Glenpool Library
We’ll make cute little pocket wallets to keep your money in. These little wallets are quick, easy and adorable. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited to 10. Registration is required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Sun Printing
- Tuesday, Sept. 29 ● 5-6 p.m.
- Bixby Library
Create unique cyanotype prints using only the sun, special sun print paper, water and whichever objects spark your imagination! For teens and tweens.
Book (or Film) Clubs
In the Middle: Tween Book Club
- Thursday, Sept. 3 ● 4-5 p.m.
- South Broken Arrow Library
In this month’s featured book Bob by Wendy Mass, Livy returns to Australia and finds a green creature waiting in a closet. Together, they seek his home, uncovering memories and discovering friendship, identity and belonging. For tweens.
Teen Anime Club
- Tuesdays, Sept. 8, 22 ● 6-7 p.m.
- Bixby Library
Watch the first two episodes of a possibly new-to-you anime and have a discussion afterward. For teens and tweens.
Graphic Novel Club
- Saturday, Sept. 12 ● 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Nathan Hale Library
Discuss Arcana: The Lost Heirs by Sam Prentice-Jones. Enjoy great conversation, snacks and activities. For teens and 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
Bored Game Afternoon
- Thursdays, Sept. 3, 10, 24 ● 3:30-5 p.m.
- Maxwell Park Library
Join the library for card and board games and beat the boredom! For teens.
After-School Gaming
- Wednesday, Sept. 9 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Herman and Kate Kaiser Library
Play video and card games in a relaxed environment. Some snacks and drinks are provided. For ages 13-18.
Third Thursday Arcade
- Thursday, Sept. 17 ● 3:30-5:30 p.m.
- Maxwell Park Library
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 is a must. For tweens and teens.
Teen Lounge: Games, Crafts and Snacks
- Thursday, Sept. 17 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Collinsville Library
Join the library for video and board games, crafts and snacks. All supplies are provided. For teens and tweens.
Game Lounge: Analog Edition
- Thursday, Sept. 17 ● 5:30-7 p.m.
- Hardesty Regional Library ● Maple Room
Take a break from digital devices and rediscover the simple fun and creativity of analog games with friends. For teens and tweens.
The Checkmate Challengers: Youth Chess Club
- Monday, Sept. 21● 4-5 p.m.
- Collinsville Library
Join fellow chess enthusiasts for friendly competition. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, everyone is encouraged to participate, learn and have fun. Please note that boards are limited, so bringing your own chess set is highly recommended. Registration is encouraged. Register at tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. For teens and tweens.
Teen Game Night
- Tuesday, Sept. 29 ● 4-5:30 p.m.
- Bronson Brookside Library
Join us in the Activity Room for video, board and card games. For ages 13-18.
Other Social and Leadership 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 Lounge
- Wednesdays, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 ● 4-6 p.m.
- Central Library
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For ages 10 and up.
Fandom Club
- Thursdays, Sept. 3, 17 ● 4-6 p.m.
- Martin Regional Library ● Lecture Room
Join the Fandom Hang! Whether you’re into anime, manga, video games, comics or movies, come hang, chat and unwind. For teens and tweens.
Teen Night
- Thursday, Sept. 3 ● 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.
Teen Lounge
- Thursdays, Sept. 10, 24 ● 5-6 p.m.
- Jenks Library
Come hang out with video and board games, and crafts. For teens.
Our Library, Our Community
- Friday, Sept. 11 ● 3-5 p.m.
- Martin Regional Library ● Lecture Room
Celebrate Martin Regional Library’s 50th anniversary with games and community-inspired activities. Stop by to explore, create and help spread a little kindness while celebrating the place that brings us together. Whether you’re crafting, playing, reminiscing or simply hanging out, there’s something for everyone as we celebrate our library and the community we love. For teens and tweens.
Study Skills and Pizza
- Thursday, Sept. 17 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Broken Arrow Library
A new school year means new assignments and tests. Wouldn’t it be nice to have some tools to help make those two things easier? Join for study skills and pizza! For ages 10-17.
Teen Advisory Board
- Thursday, Sept. 17 ● 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Nathan Hale Library
Teens are invited to help plan programs at Nathan Hale Library for community service hours. Snacks are provided by the Friends of the Helmerich Library.
Teen Volunteer Drop-in Hour
- Wednesday, Sept. 23 ● 4-5 p.m.
- Martin Regional Library ● Conference Room
Youth ages 12-16 are welcome to drop by the Martin Regional Library to volunteer for a service hour. No registration is required.
Teen Advisory Board
- Thursday, Sept. 24 ● 7-7:45 p.m.
- LOCATION: Owasso Community Center, 301 S. Cedar St.
Have fun, earn community service hours and join us in making the library a better place for teens. Talk with your teen librarian about what you have been reading, creating or watching, and help plan programs, displays and events. Earn volunteer hours. Applications are required and are available at the library. Snacks are provided by the Tulsa Library Trust. For sixth through 12th graders.
