In this Alterations and Sewing for Beginners class, you will learn how to use a sewing machine, make alterations and sew clothes by using a pattern. Instructor Renetta Lipscomb has been teaching secondary students for over two decades. Her passion is empowering youth to express their individuality by altering and making clothes that complement their unique body, shape and personal style. You'll receive a list of needed materials at your first meeting. For ages 15-18. Register for the 7th here and the for the 21st here.
Join us for Virtual Reality (VR)! We have an Oculus Quest that will allow you to take virtual adventures. Walk on Mars, visit the International Space Station, do some guided meditation, or try any of our many other available VR experiences. For ages 13+. No registration necessary.
Thursday, Jan. 12 • 4-5 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Visualize your goals for 2023! We'll provide supplies to create a visual representation of your goals and dreams. Bring anything meaningful you want to be sure to include on your board.
What cool tech does your library have? Come and find out! Join us to explore, learn, and create with the different tech tools Pasadena Public Library offers. For ages 13-19. No registration necessary.
Thursday, Jan. 19 • 4-5 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Teen Writers Meetup
Join other teens and write! Whether you are crafting poetry or a novel, writing can be lonely as it's typically a solo endeavor, but meeting with others who share the passion can be a great for inspiration and encouragement. We might write together, use writing prompts, or share our work in a safe and supportive space. For teens only. Sign up here!
Stop in for gaming on the Nintendo Switch. Make new friends while playing games in a healthy and competitive environment that fosters well-being, fair play, and an exciting atmosphere. Help players connect with engaging social interaction and new experiences every week. Drop by and join the Video Game Club! For ages 14-19.
Tuesdays • 4-5:30 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Thursdays • 4-6 p.m. • Hastings Branch Library
Career Corner
Pasadena Public Health: Promotores (Community Health Workers)
Pay: Able to make up to $900 a month
For ages 16+. Pasadena Public Health is hiring promotores. Promotores help bring health information and resources to the City of Pasadena.
For ages 16+. Four CVS locations are hiring! Team members have a variety of duties, so be sure to click on the links above for more information.
Volunteer Opportunities
Teen Advisory Board
Jefferson Branch Library
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!
Do you like video games? Become a game monitor. Monitory video consoles, games, and equipment (Nintendo Switch). Monitor usage of virtual reality headsets.
Nora Grey is not someone who would be described as living in the spotlight. In fact, she didn’t even crave that type of attention, content with just her best friend and widowed mom. However, this all changes drastically when seats are changed in biology class, and she’s suddenly stuck with the mysterious transfer student she doesn’t even know the name of. After one interaction with him, Nora’s feelings are thoroughly confused—and not in a good way, seeing as strange things begin to happen with her being the main focus. Coincidence? Nora thinks not. As she delves deeper into the past to get to the bottom of things, she ends up getting more questions than answers, mainly involving her new bio partner who, for some reason, knows more about her than even her closest friends. When Nora starts to grasp at her long-awaited answer, will she choose to continue searching, or will she stop for fear of what she may find?