Teen Programs & Events
2025 Northern Narratives Writing Project
The Fargo Public Library is seeking submissions for our 9th annual Northern Narratives, a writing project that aims to inspire local and regional writers and serve as a community heirloom. Selected submissions will be included in the library's North Dakota Collection. We are accepting submissions through our online submission form from Feb.1 through March 31, 2025 in three categories: fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. The program is open to adults and teens 13 years or older and there is no fee to submit your work.
For full details and to submit a work see the Northern Narratives page
The Northern Narratives project is supported by the Friends of the Fargo Public Library.
Cooperative Board Game Night for Teens
Board games can be lots of fun, but sometimes you don’t feel like competing with your friends. That’s what makes cooperative games different. Instead of competing with each other, players work together to face off against chance or a ticking clock. Work with other teens to save the world, fly to the moon, escape a sinking island, and more! This event is for teens ages 12-18. No registration is required, for questions use the Contact Us link below or call 701.298.6960
Monday, Feb. 24 – Main Library from 5-7 p.m.
Traditional Japanese Games
When you think about other countries, do you ever wonder what games and toys they play with? There are lots of games and toys that are similar around the world, but every place has their own unique games. Learn about traditional Japanese games and toys from Mika of the Japanese Outreach Initiative and give one a try!
This program is for teens ages 11-18 and adults, registration is required and opens February 18th. Register online or call 701.241.1495.
Tuesday, March 18- Main Library at 2pm
Hands on Electronics (for teens)
Play with electronics to make things light up, spin, play music, and more with easy to use parts. Help assemble a small motion-detecting car and make a skittering critter to take home with you. This program is for teens ages 12-18, no registration is required. For questions call Anna at 701.298.6960.
Thursday, March 20- Main Library at 1pm
Flower Books Bags
People have used flowers as natural dye for centuries! Join us in making naturally dyed flower print book bags at the Northport Library just in time for Spring! Registration is required and opens 3/15. All materials will be provided. This program is for teens ages 11-18. Register online or call 701.241.1495
Saturday, March 29- Northport Library at 2pm
Teen Volunteers Wanted!
Volunteer at the Fargo Public Library! You can make the library a great place to visit, earn volunteer hours for clubs or scholarships, and have fun at the same time. Participants must be 12 to 18 and need a signed Teen Volunteer Permission Form from a parent or guardian . The Teen Volunteer Permission form can be downloaded and printed here. Sessions are two hours long once a month from January through May, Note: separate registration is required for each session; register online beginning a month before each session.
Please read the location carefully as it will be different each month.
For any questions contact Anna at 701.298.6960 or use the Contact Us form at the bottom of the page.
Saturday, March 1 – Northport Library at 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 5 –Main Library at 1 p.m.
Monday, May 12 – Dr. James Carlson Library at 5 p.m.
Library Lair
Teens and tweens age 10-18 are invited to the Library Lair for snacks, activities and hang out time. The Library Lair will happen every Tuesday from January through May at 4:30pm at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Activities will include robots, candy games, electronics, paper airplanes, and much more. NO registration is required. For any questions, contact Anna at 701.298.6960 or use the Contact Us form at the bottom of the page.
Tuesday, Jan. 7 through Tuesday, May 27 – Dr. James Carlson Library starting at 4:30 p.m.
"Reading Is Snow Much Fun!" Winter Reading Challenge Runs January 6 – March 1
Get ready to bundle up with your favorite reads for a chance to win prizes! Teens are invited to participate in the Reading Is Snow Much Fun! Winter Reading Challenge, the library's seasonal program that encourages reading and learning over the winter. The challenge runs from Monday, Jan. 6, through Saturday, March 1, 2025. All ages can participate by reading, attending events and completing challenges. Participation begins Monday, Jan. 6; however, readers can join any time during the program dates. Available on Beanstack, an online service designed for readers of all ages to keep track of the days and time they spend reading to earn prizes for their efforts, participants can register at fargolibrary.beanstack.org. All participants must register to take part. A paper reading log is available at all FPL locations or you can download and print one here for the “Reading Is Snow Much Fun!” winter reading challenge; however, patrons are strongly encouraged to use the online format if possible. Online registration with Beanstack is accessible via web browser and via either Apple or Android apps.
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