Author: Beth

College Applications: Write Them Right For many students the admissions essay is the most stressful aspect of the college application process. Start tackling the essay portion this summer to build confidence in your writing. During this virtual college essay writing workshop, learn writing tips that will enable college admissions officers to discover more about you. Find out how to make your personality shine through […]

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It’s Pet Week at HVL! For DIY Teens this week we will learn how to make our own homemade pet toys for dogs and cats. This take home kit includes supplies and instructions to create several toys for your favorite best friend at home or you may donate to our local animal shelter via HVL. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Once reserved, […]

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Hang on to your kite tails! This DIY Teens Take Home Kit will include instructions and supplies to make your own kite to fly. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Once reserved, kits can be picked up the week of July 24-30. Pick-up instructions will be emailed to each registrant. For students in grades 6-12.  While each bag will come with instructions, […]

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Tell your own tale with this DIY Teens Take Home Kit! Your bag will include supplies and instructions to make your own handmade feather quill pen and a DIY ink recipe. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Once reserved, kits can be picked up the week of June 19-25. Pick-up instructions will be emailed to each registrant. For students in […]

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This new group for teens meets regularly to share resources, personal experiences, and books to help equip each of us to be a better ally, an active anti-racist, and an agent for social equity. All youth in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. We encourage participation from students of every race, culture, gender, sexual identity, socioeconomic class, religious background, physical and neuro-ability.  Next […]

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Get ready for the growing season by making your own seed bombs! DIY Teens Take Home Kit This seasonal kit includes native seeds, soil, clay, and instructions for your own guerilla gardening endeavors. Once reserved, kits can be picked up the week of May 1-7. For students in grades 6-12.  Supplies are limited and registration is required.  Register here to reserve […]

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Let’s check out the new airship! Join in a virtual gathering to play the popular multiplayer game, Among Us. We will meet via Zoom for this live, private game session hosted by HVL and our amazing T.A.B. volunteers. Thursday, April 22 at 7 pm – Among Us Game Session for students in grades 5-12 – Register Registration is limited and required. Participants need to […]

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It is time to stress less. (Take a deep breathe.)  DIY Teens Kit Whether it is academic, testing, pandemic, social or any combination of others, we know there are many stressors affecting teens right now. This self care take home kit is filled with activities, crafts, and resources to help you cope with stress in positive ways. Once reserved, kits can […]

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