Ferndale Library Hosts Anti-Valentine's Day Event For Teens

FERNDALE, MI — If you don't have a sweetheart this Valentine's Day, it can be unpleasant. That's especially the case for teenagers.

So in the spirit of positively affirming, self-love celebrating diversions from Valentine’s Day , Ferndale’s Youth Services Librarians are hosting a special “Unvalentine’s Day” lock-in. Teens can take over part of the library just for themselves after-hours, socializing, enjoying snacks, and doing anti-Valentine’s Day activities.

This special event is just for teens ages 12-17. The goal is to encourage teens to poke some fun at the romantic and sappy sentiments that come with every Valentine’s Day and instead feel encouraged to celebrate being themselves. Along with a craft, there will be games, as well as pizza. There will also be a fun chocolate fountain with several dunkable options.

Over the last year, Ferndale’s Youth Services Librarians have been making particular efforts to engage teenaged library visitors in a positive and welcoming way, library organizers said.

"There was a packed house for a recent Halloween Lock-In event, where it became evident that while teens might be either more reserved or diffident toward other patrons or toward daytime activities, there’s a certain spark of a fresh enthusiasm when they are invited into the library without any grown-ups around," library officials said. "This evening will be filled with games and snacks, but it carries with it a message of positivity and provides an opportunity to socialize with their peers outside of school."

Register for the Anti-Valentine's Day event by calling 248-546-2504, ext. 694.