Teen Newsletter November 2025

TEEN NEWSLETTER

November 2025

FIND ALL OUR PROGRAMS IN THE EVENT CALENDAR

Hi everyone!

You probably noticed that the newsletter looks a tiny bit different. Well, that's because it is! Welcome to our newly redesigned teen newsletter. I'm excited to share our refreshed look and continue to bring you updates on upcoming teen programs, volunteer and job opportunites, and more. Whether you've been with us for a while or just joining, I'm glad you're here—enjoy exploring what Pasadena has going on this month!

-Ernesto, Teen Librarian

Featured News

Call for Submissions!

Deadline: Sunday, Nov. 16, 11:59 p.m.

The Teen Advisory Board is putting out a call for submissions! Selected works will be published in The Rose, their citywide literary magazine.

K-Pop Demon Hunters: Rise, Create, Dominate!

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Jefferson Branch Library

Join the hunt to save the library from mischievous demons stealing all the color and creativity! Kids will work in teams to solve clues, create their own magical light sticks, and battle the final boss with trivia and teamwork. Along the way, kids will unleash their inner idol with K-pop-tivities: sing, dance, decorate, and trade photocards. Create bias bracelets, collage with K-pop albums, make buttons, or chill with music videos. Reading, crafts, and adventure come together in this exciting program.

Fall Youth Fest

Sunday, Nov. 16 | 2 - 5 p.m. | Harambee Ministries

Join us for an afternoon filled with food, games, music, raffles, activities, and more! This event is not just about fun — it’s also a space for you to share your voice, meet other youth, and be part of something led by your peers.

Brought to you by Dena Youth Organizers, in partnership with Expand LA, Collaborate PASadena, College Access Plan, Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena, Caltech Y, Adelante Youth Alliance, Our Third Place, P.A.C.T.L., Foothill Family, Pasadena Public Library, Honey Bunz, Harambee Ministries, and Altadena Rising.

Teen Events

Programs for ages 13 - 19, unless otherwise specified

TOTAL PROGRAMS

EVENT CALENDAR

Paper Marbling

Thursday, Nov. 6 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Allendale Branch Library

Learn about the Japanese art of Suminagashi. Create beautiful, marbled patterns by using hydrophobic inks, a tray of water, and paper. Drop different colored inks into the water and create different patterns by mixing and manipulating the ink. Each hydro-dipped paper will create a unique pattern.

LIGO, The Gravitational Frontier

Friday, Nov. 7 | 4-6 p.m. | Hastings Branch Library

Ages 9-14. In this program, we will discuss gravity and the detection of gravitational waves via Caltech’s LIGO Laboratory. Through engaging activities (such as interactive models of spacetime and LIGO’s lasers), students will understand how gravitational waves arise, how they are detected, and what they reveal about the universe.

Tie-Dye Workshop: Color, Create, Connect!

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Hill Avenue Branch Library

Unleash your inner artist at our hands-on tie-dye workshop! Explore the art of fabric design through creative techniques like folding, twisting, and coloring—all while connecting with fellow community members through the joy of art. Presented by Illuminating the Path Club.

Woodworking Bus

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | La Pintoresca Branch Library

Ages 5-15. Kids and teens, join Side Street Projects for a two-hour workshop to learn how to design and plan a project then safely use woodworking tools to build your design. First come, first served - no registration required.

Danza Mexikah Cultural Presentation

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 3-3:45 p.m. | Hastings Branch Library

Join Kalpulli Temachtia Quetzalcoatl on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 3pm at the Hastings Branch Library in celebration of Native American Month! All our invited to be moved by their ancestral drums and dance, let their ancestral smoke connect you to their purpose and listen to what they have to share about the importance of indigenous and First Nation people, past and present.

Fall DIY Beauty for Teens

Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Hastings Branch Library

Join us for a special beauty tutorial where you will learn how to make Pumpkin Spice Soap and other seasonal favorites that are perfect for a relaxing at-home spa day! All materials provided, just bring yourself and maybe a friend!

Library Art Collective: A Teen Creative Hour

Thursday, Nov. 13 | 3:45 - 5 p.m. | Allendale Branch Library

Join us for an art focused study hall where you’ll get to work on your own projects. Use the time to focus on your latest masterpiece or share work with your peers. Inspiration and some art materials provided but bringing your own is encouraged. For Teens only.

Sashiko Workshop

Saturday, Nov. 15 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Villa Parke Branch Library

Are your ripped jeans a little too ripped? Bring any garments in need of mending and learn Sashiko: a traditional Japanese embroidery technique that inspires creativity while giving new life to old threads. No registration required.

Woodworking Bus

Saturday, Nov. 15 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Villa Parke Branch Branch Library

Healthy Eating on a Budget

Saturday, Nov. 15 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Lamanda Park Branch Library

Join us to learn practical tips on healthy eating, grocery shopping and meal prepping. Healthier choices can be simple, and enjoyable for the whole family while keeping costs down. Presented by Mary Urtecho-Garcia, Certified Nutritionist teaching nutrition and health classes for more than 20 years.

D&D Miniatures

Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Jefferson Branch Library

You don’t have to know anything about Dungeons and Dragons to paint your very own D&D miniature with us! Bring your own miniatures or use ours. We will provide paint, brushes, and a space for conversation and independent painting.

Family Loose Leaf Tea Workshop

Saturday, Nov. 22 | 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Lamanda Park Branch Library

Time to get loose – with tea! Find your perfect blend of leaves, fruit, and flowers in this family-friendly loose leaf tea making workshop. Each group takes home a decorated jar full of their tea blend.

Movie & Craft

Saturday, Nov. 22 | 2:30-4:30 p.m. | Santa Catalina Branch Library

BRING YOUR OWN CRAFT and watch a movie (check in with the branch to see what movie is playing this month). Socialize and relax with other art people and maybe even finish that scarf you’ve been knitting for a year.

Video Game Club

Thursdays | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Hastings Branch Library

Stop in for gaming on the Nintendo Switch. Make new friends while playing games. New experiences and engaging social interaction every week. Must play well with others. Drop by and join the Video Game Club! For ages 14-19. No registration required.

Community Board

More Services for youth around our community

CITY NEWS

Quarterly Newsletter

PASADENA IN FOCUS

Writegirl Fiction & Fantasy Workshop

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual

For teen girls and gender-expansive teens. Uncover the secrets of writing fantasy and other types of fiction as we travel to different worlds and create compelling stories through fun writing activities. PLUS, you’ll explore new writing techniques to learn what makes fantasy so powerful! Whether you’re someone who’s passionate about fantasy, or new to this genre, we welcome everyone to join us and get inspired alongside other teens!

Pasadena Armenian Festival

Saturday, Nov. 15 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | City Hall

Join the celebreation fo Armenian hertiage, music, food, and community!

Jackalope Artisan Fair

Saturday & Sunday Nov. 24, 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Old Pasadena

This is a vendor event so most things will be items for purchase. However, I think it's a fun event where you can walk around, window shop, and listen to music! Featuring 200+ local, hand-selected artisans, you can expect to find trendsetting indie goods including original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, art, photography, food, and much more.

Career Corner

Opportunities in our community

LIBRARY RESOURCE

JOB & CAREER

CAREER RESOURCES

Front of House Member

Stonefire Grill

Pay: Minimum wage

Part Time

Ages: 16+

Stonefire Grill is hiring a front of the house member. You'd be helping with taking orders, touching tables, and packing food.

Crew Member

Chipotle

Pay: $20-$21

Part Time

Ages: 16+

Chipotle is hiring crew members at two locations. The locations that are hiring are at South Lake, Foothill, and Colorado. They are all crew member positions so you'd be helping in several stations which include grill, cashier, prep, salsa, and expo.

Seasonal Team Member

Michaels

Pay: $19-$22.40

Part Time

Ages: 16+

Michaels is hiring seasonal part time team members. As a team member, you'll be helping customers shop, locate products, and assist with check outs.

Teen Advisory Board

TAB is a group of library teen volunteers who take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for youth services in Pasadena. Help make an impact and join!

Participate in discussions, committee work, and pre-meeting assignments (this may include additional volunteer shifts).
Advise staff, pilot programs, and services for teens.
Attend monthly meetings (first or second Saturday of the month, 2-4 p.m.); Meetings take place at Jefferson Branch Library.
First three-monthly meetings are required.

Apply here!

Featured Book

Get to know this month's featured book and teen reviewer

Songlight

Moira Buffini

PLACE A HOLD

Songlight by Moira Buffini

Reviewed by Nadia Marie Rojas, age 17

Songlight by Moira Buffini is a dystopian, post-apocalyptic story set in a world where telepathic abilities, called “songlight,” are both a blessing and a curse. Those with songlight, known as “unhumans,” are disowned, hunted, and forced into lives of constant fear and survival. The story follows Elsa Crane, a girl from the village of Northhaven, where even friends and family will betray anyone who has songlight.

Read the Full Review

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