What happens when the library closes? Teens take over!
BPL is offering monthly after-hours programs for youth at select locations. Join Brooklyn teens for a variety of free activities like:
- Art making
- Movie nights
- Open mics
- Performances
- Poetry slams
- Video games
More events coming soon!
Upcoming Events
Teen Takeover @ DeKalb
Join other teens at DeKalb for our first Teen Takeover. Enjoy art-making, video gaming, and board games! Food and drinks provided.
The branch will be closed except for teens aged 13-19.
Teen Takeover @ Midwood Library!
Hey teens! Come to our FINAL Teen Takeover of the year at Midwood Library! Our theme is a CARNIVAL! Perfect for summer fun, we'll have a lot of fun activities themed around your fave state and county fairs, carnivals, circuses, etc.! Face painting, carnival snacks, fun games (with PRIZES!), and…
Teen Takeover Radical Ramen Night
Come for the radical ramen, stay for the kool karaoke.
4pm-6pm in the Central Library Youth Wing's Upper Programming Room!
Ages 13+ only
Teen Takeover!
🌞 Dive Into Summer with Us! 🌞
Join us for the final TTO event of the year — packed with arts & crafts, karaoke, VR games, and more!
Bring your friends, catch those good vibes, and let’s kick off summer in style! 🎉🎤🎨🕶️
Apply to help plan Teen Takeovers at your neighborhood library!
The Teen Takeovers Branch Council is an internship program where high school students plan, organize, promote, and host after-hours public programs for other teens. You'll earn community service hours, receive a stipend, learn new skills and have fun. Learn more here and complete an Online Application.
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