Board Game Club for Teens and Children

The Board Game Club for Teens and Children is back at Parkway Central Library on Wednesday, October 28, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. It's a dedicated session for kids and teens ages 10 to 18 to get together and play, with the library providing the games. If you've got a group that's always arguing over what to play on a Friday night, this is a good way to let them figure it out in a room full of other people their own age.

The whole point is just to play and discover new games. You don't need to bring anything with you—the library has the collection ready to go—and you don't need to be a seasoned strategist to jump in. It's as much about trying something you've never heard of as it is about playing the ones you already know. Since it's open to everyone from 10 up to 18, you'll likely find a mix of ages in the room, which is part of the draw if you're looking to play with people outside your usual circle.

One thing to keep in mind: there's a rain date. If the weather turns, the session moves to Thursday, October 29. It's a short window—just 45 minutes—so it's more of a quick game or a few rounds than a full-afternoon marathon. If you're bringing a younger kid, that's a helpful detail to have on your radar before you head out.

It's free, and it's held at the Parkway Central Library in Philadelphia. Wednesday, October 28, 4:00 to 4:45 PM, with Thursday, October 29 as the rain date.