Teens

This page is dedicated to everything Teen & YA at the Medicine Hat Public Library.

Youthopia

The Honeycomb House 

The Honeycomb House, located on the lower level, is open for drop-in for teens in grades 7-12 up to and including age 19. Come to study, create, relax, videogame, and/or hangout after school and on weekends. 

The Honeycomb House SUMMER Drop-In Hours:

Sundays & Mondays CLOSED
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays  1:30 - 7:30 PM
Fridays & Saturdays 1:00 - 4:30 PM

Please review our Honeycomb House Space Rules before visiting.

Check out the latest Honeycomb House calendar below with special events happening every Wednesday and Sunday! Join our Honeycomb House discord server to stay connected 24/7

If you haven’t visited in a while, make a point to stop by and rediscover your library. We have thousands of Young Adult resources – books, movies, TV shows, music, magazines, video games, etc. – that you can access from home or at the Library with your free card. 

Stay up-to-date with all teen library happenings by following us on Instagram (@mhplteens), or TikTok (@mhplteens)!


Teen Programs

Click through the banners below to see our line-up of teen programs! Some require registration. And don't forget to check out the drop-in activities happening in The Honeycomb House (calendar to the right of this text)!

For more information, please contact the Youth & Community Librarian:
Call: 403-502-8537

Teen One Book One Summer
July 2nd - August 31st; forms available at the Info Desk
We’re challenging all YXH teens to read “Those Pink Mountain Nights” by Jen Ferguson this summer, and we will be giving away $100 cash to one lucky reader! Borrow the hard copy,e-book, or e-audiobook with your MHPL card, and submit a One Book One Summer entry form by August 31 to be entered to win. Can't make it to the library? Submit your entry online!

Summer Exploring Challenge
July 2nd – September 4th; passports available at the Info Desk
Unplug this summer by visiting eight different teen-friendly hangout spots in our beautiful city! Submit your completed  Challenge Card by Sept. 4 to the Information Desk for a chance to win a screen-free prize pack provided by the Digital Wellness Coalition!

Read & Relax
July 2nd – August 31st; reading logs available in the Children’s Library
Grab your reading log, find a cozy spot and get ready to dive into a summer full of reading and relaxation with our summer reading program! Each time you finish a book, mark it in your reading log and return it to the library by July 31 and August 31 for a chance to win a gift card for River Bee Books. Can't make it to the library? Submit your reading log online

Weekly Wednesday Gaming
Every Wednesday in July & August from 6:00 – 7:30 PM; Honor Currie Room
The ultimate weekly video game program for teens happening this summer! Whether you’re a casual player or an aspiring pro, you’ll find something for everyone in this action-packed program with many of your favourite video games on various consoles. No registration required. Snacks provided.

Honeycomb House Hang Out
Every Wednesday in July & August from 6:00 – 7:30 PM; Honeycomb House
Noise and video games not your jam? Prefer quiet conversation and introverted activities? Then come to the Honeycomb House’s dedicated quiet hang out time every Wednesday evening this summer! No registration required. Snacks provided.

Teen Unity Circle
Tuesday, July 16th from 5:00 – 6:30 PM; Honeycomb House

Unity circle is a safe space for teens of all gender identities that builds strength, skills, and addresses the needs of the community. Come build community and friendship while celebrating the lived experiences of each participant. No registration required. Snacks provided. 

Teen One Book One Summer Book Club
Thursday, July 25th from 6:00 – 7:30 PM; Honor Currie Room
Attend one of two book club meeting dates to discuss “Those Pink Mountain Nights” by Jen Ferguson. Get an extra entry form into the $100 raffle for attending the book club meeting! Pick up the book starting July 2nd. Please register for only one of the two meeting dates offered.

Discover a Hobby
Friday, July 26th from 2:00 – 3:00 PM; Honor Currie Room
Try a new hobby every week to find your new passion. Perfect for new teens looking for something to do this summer! Online registration required.
July 26 - Fibre Crafts 

Choose Your Own Tournament
Wednesday, July 31st from 6:00- 7:30 PM; Theatre
The last Wednesday of the month we will be hosting a video game tournament in our theatre! Here’s the catch: you get to choose the type of tournament we have! Super Smash? Mario Kart? The choice is in your hands! No registration required. Snacks provided.

Discover a Hobby
Fridays, August 2nd, 9th, 16th  from 2:00 – 3:00 PM; Honor Currie Room
Try a new hobby every week to find your new passion. Perfect for new teens looking for something to do this summer! Online registration required.
August 2nd - Oven Baked Crafts
August 9th - Solar Printing
August 16th - Insect Pinning

International Youth Day
Monday, August 12th from 1:00 – 4:00 PM; Big Marble Go Centre
Are you a youth or have a youth between the ages of 8 - 17? Then make sure to save the date to celebrate International Youth Day with us at the Big Marble Go Centre! Stay tuned for more details on our social media pages:@mhpubliclibrary @mhplteens.

Teen Unity Circle
Tuesday, August 13th from 5:00 – 6:30 PM; Honeycomb House
Unity circle is a safe space for teens of all gender identities that builds strength, skills, and addresses the needs of the community. Come build community and friendship while celebrating the lived experiences of each participant. No registration required. Snacks provided. 

Teen Pickle Party
Thursday, August 22nd from 6:00 – 7:30; Root Cellar Food & Wellness Hub
Making your own pickles is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Join us at the Root Cellar for an evening all about DIY pickling! In collaboration with Community Food Connections Association. Online registration required.

Choose Your Own Tournament
Wednesday, August 28th from 6:00- 7:30 PM; Theatre
The last Wednesday of the month we will be hosting a video game tournament in our theatre! Here’s the catch: you get to choose the type of tournament we have! Super Smash? Mario Kart? The choice is in your hands! No registration required. Snacks provided.

Teen One Book One Summer Book Club
Thursday, August 29th from 6:00 – 7:30 PM; Honor Currie Room
Attend one of two book club meeting dates to discuss “Those Pink Mountain Nights” by Jen Ferguson. Get an extra entry form into the $100 raffle for attending the book club meeting! Pick up the book starting July 29th.Please register for only one of the two meeting dates offered.


Study Help

Looking for help with homework, studying, and post-secondary prep? Check out these resources!


What is TIC TAC?

Teens Initiating Change – Together and Committed (TIC TAC) is a council of teen volunteers, ages 13 – 19 who work with the Youth and Community Librarian at the Medicine Hat Public Library to help the Library become a more inviting, appealing place for teens, and to enhance teen library services and programs in the community. New members are invited to join in September of each year. If you’re interested in joining TIC TAC, fill out an application online, or ask for one in-person at the information desk and submit it at the Library or to our Youth and Community Librarian.

You can become a member if you are:

  • Between the ages of 13 and 19 years old (grades 7 – 12)
  • A library member (cards are free!)
  • Able to spend about 7 hours per month with the group
  • Enjoy working with others as a team
  • Interested in the Library and improving library services for teens

New members are invited to join in September of each year. Applications for 2024-2025 are OPEN!

If you’re interested in joining TIC TAC, fill out an application online, or fill out a paper form (available at the Information Desk) and submit it at the Library or to our Youth and Community Librarian


  • Is an advocate for teen and library services
  • Attends monthly meetings (Sep – Jun)
  • Enhances and updates the teen collection
  • Helps plan fun and engaging teen nights
  • Attends teen nights and assists with preparation and clean-up
  • Helps recruit new members
  • Create partnerships between TIC TAC, the Library, and the community

  • Learn new skills and leadership roles
  • Make a difference in the community
  • Enhance resume and/or college application
  • Promote literacy and help others
  • Meet new people and enjoy fun activities
  • Have your ideas matter