Find out what’s happening at your library! Get reading recommendations from our librarians, and connect with resources to help with homework. Join us for volunteer and internship opportunities to help build your skills – and your resume.
Teen Tech Centers
Brand new, interactive learning spaces featuring workstations, tech equipment, collaboration areas and a recording studio.
BKLYN Future Blog
A teen blog on our favorite books, art and writing, & cool free stuff to do!
Books Unbanned
For a limited time, individuals ages 13-21 can apply for a free BPL eCard, providing access to our full eBook collection as well as our learning databases.
Volunteer
Find out what’s happening at your library! Join us for volunteer and internship opportunities to help build your skills–and your resume. Click here to view all internship opportunities.
If you want to check out books, movies, and more, you'll need a BPL library card. Teens 13 and older can apply for their own card - all you need is a school ID, a report card (don't worry we won't look at your grades), or working papers. Find out how to get one here . Lose your card? Is yours expired? Get all the info you need with our Library Card Help Page.
Not sure what to read next? Get a personalized booklist based on your interests from our BookMatch Teen team. Fill out this form, or check out our Discord server to discover some new reads approved by fellow teens.
Need help researching an assignment, searching for an ancestor or writing a paper? BPL’s Book a Librarian allows you to reserve a free half hour virtual session with a professional reference librarian.
Looking for some homework help? Brainfuse HelpNow offers personalized academic assistance in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science), a 24/7 Writing Lab, academic content and practice tests for skills-building (including SAT preparation), and much more. Live tutoring from Brainfuse experts is available from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
Still not what you need? BPL Online resources have databases and resources that can help discover whatever you need!
Looking to help your community? There are many ways to volunteer at BPL.
- After-School Homework Helper (ages 16+)
- Book Buddies (ages 12-18)
- Citizenship Exam Coach (ages 18+)
- Computer Coach (ages 14+)
Apply to volunteer on our Volunteer Application Page.
Upcoming Events
紐約市老人院 / 復健中心線上導覽和有效的資訊提示! A Virtual Tour of Nursing Homes in NYC with informative Tips!
日期和時間: 2025 年6月24日星期二 下午 2 點至 3 點 東岸時間Spring Creek Library Virtual Program in Chinese Dialects: Cantonese/Mandarin/Hakka (中文線上講座: 廣東話/國語/客家)Age group: Adults/Older Adults (成人和長者)
如果老年人需要的幫助超出了家人或朋友所能提供的，那麼選擇在護理機構中進行短期康復或長期護理的住宿地點是一個挑戰和重大決定。
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BPL/OATS Older Adults Workforce Development
Never Too Late To Learn - Older Adults Workforce Development
Join us for a FREE10-week technology course for adults ages 55 and over.
Week One April 22, 2025 …
(KH) Best Buy Teen Tech Center
The Best Buy Teen Tech Center is a welcome space for teens who want to engage with New Generation Technology
Teen Tech Time
Teens, enjoy our Teen Tech Time!
Every Tuesday from 2:00pm- 4:00pm
Choose from a variety of games; Switch, the PS5 and board games.
Board Game Hangout (ages 7 and up)
Come play games! Catan, Sorry!, Chess, backgammon, cards, Connect 4, Battleship, and more!
Bedford Teen Study Time
Hello Teens:
What a quiet place to do homework or study? Come to the Bedford Branch and join our Teen Study Time!
An hour to do your work, hope to see you there!!
Tween Time: Friendship Rocks for PRIDE
June is PRIDE Month! Join us in painting Friendship Rocks with messages and images of community, inclusivity, and self-expression!
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Teen Tech Time
Come play video games at the library! We've got Nintendo Switch, PS5, iPads, or you can just come and hangout!
#RelationshipGoals: Healthy Relationship Zines for Teens
Join the Crown Heights Library and Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP) for an educational discussion on relationships. Learn about some traits of healthy relationships and share examples from your favorite TV shows, books, movies, and more. Materials and instructions to make your very…
Teen Creative Time
Draw whatever you want, or work with all types of crafting materials to make something unique! Bring your own projects, or start one here. Guidance will be provided, along with quality art and crafting supplies. Feel free to bring other hobbies to work on, as well. See you there! For teens and…
Paid Internship Opportunities
- BKLYN BookMatch Teen (ages 14-18)
- Librarians of Tomorrow (ages 15-18)
- StoryTeen (ages 15-18)
- Teen Takeover Branch Council (ages 16-19)
Learn about internship opportunities at BPL!
We're Here to Help
Do you have a question that doesn't require a trip to the library? Call 718.YOUR.BPL or 718.968.7275. You can also connect with a librarian via chat, email, or with an in-person appointment.
Our librarians understand the power of matching the perfect book with the right reader. Get a customized book recommendation, or browse our book lists to find the perfect book for any interest and reading level. Happy reading!
Staff Picks
- Fantasy and Realistic Fiction
- LGBTQ+
- Queer Characters + Characters of Color
Online Resources
Brainfuse HelpNow
Personalized academic assistance for K-12 and adult learners.
Brainfuse JobNow
Job search support and coaching.
BrainPop
Educational videos, games and more.
Career Cruising
Interactive career guidance.
Flipster
Get access to major magazines and journals to read on your smartphone, tablet, or PC.
Instructables
Get step-by-step, user created instructions on how to make just about anything.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
Online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology, and creative skills to…