Set up a steering committee to help the teens decide how much structure they need to achieve their goals and help them create bylaws. The structure and bylaws will have established what kinds of officers or committees are needed. Assist the group in filling those positions. Always keep business portion of meetings brief. Keep work and fun projects in balance.
Teens always seem to work better and longer when food is available.
Do not let adults assume responsibility for planning. Teens will make decisions with the assistance of an adult facilitator, who can keep teens aware of available resources and limitations. For more information, join Friends of Libraries U.S.A. and be part of our network of Friends of the Library groups.