Tell City Library Reopens Teen Tuesday Program in The Dungeon
The Perry County Public Library’s Tell City branch has resumed its weekly Teen Tuesday drop-in sessions for ages 13–18, running Tuesdays from 3–5 p.m. in “The Dungeon,” beginning November 4, 2025. The free, no-registration format offers video game battles, board games, arts and crafts, movie time and snacks — a low-barrier after-school option aimed at keeping local teens engaged and connected.
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Teen-focused after-school programming returned to Tell City this month as the Perry County Public Library relaunched its Teen Tuesday series at the Tell City branch. According to the library listing, "Teen Tuesday is BACK in The Dungeon — Tuesdays | 3–5 PM — Tell City Branch," with sessions scheduled to recur beginning November 4, 2025. The program is open to young people ages 13–18 and organizers emphasize a drop-in, no-registration model for typical sessions.
The weekly sessions take place in a branded meeting space known as The Dungeon and include a mix of activities designed to appeal to a broad range of interests: video game battles, board game sessions, arts and crafts, movie time and snacks. The listing also identifies library staff organizer Emily Bebee and provides a contact number, 812-547-2661, for parents or teens with questions about timing or special events.
For a small county like Perry, the return of this program represents more than an entertainment option. After-school hours are a critical window for working families and for teens who benefit from structured, supervised social time. The drop-in approach removes common barriers — such as advance registration, fees or transportation hurdles for irregular participants — making it easier for students from different parts of the county to participate when they can.
The program’s structure also reduces administrative workload for the library while preserving flexibility. By emphasizing recurring weekly sessions rather than one-off events, the library can plan consistent staffing and supplies around a stable schedule. That predictability makes it simpler to budget modest items like snacks and craft materials without requiring new funding streams or complex grant applications.
Local community implications include expanded opportunities for social interaction and skill-building in a supervised setting. Video game and board-game sessions can foster teamwork and strategic thinking, while arts and crafts and movie time provide low-cost cultural and creative experiences. Providing snacks and an accessible meeting place also helps address basic needs that can otherwise limit participation by lower-income families.
From a public-policy standpoint, the return of Teen Tuesday aligns with broader priorities for municipalities that seek to invest in youth engagement at limited cost. The library’s model—free, recurring, staffed by local employees—leverages existing public infrastructure to deliver services that support families and teens without significant new spending. For parents, the explicit contact information (Emily Bebee, 812-547-2661) offers a clear point of access for logistical questions or to check for occasional registration requirements tied to special programs.
Residents interested in the program can drop in any Tuesday between 3 and 5 p.m. at The Dungeon in the Tell City branch. The library’s recurring schedule and contact details are posted on the event page for those who want to confirm specific dates or upcoming themed sessions.
