Teens & Young Adults

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.

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Teen Tech Centers

Brand new, interactive learning spaces featuring workstations, tech equipment, collaboration areas and a recording studio.

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BKLYN Future Blog

A teen blog on our favorite books, art and writing, & cool free stuff to do!

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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.

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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. 

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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.

Apply to volunteer on our Volunteer Application Page.

 

Upcoming Events

Teen Tech Time

Tue, Mar 19 4:00pm
Pacific Library

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Looking for a spot to spend time with your friends? Come to the Pacific Library for Teen Tech Time. We have tons of video games for the PS5 and Switch, from Super Smash Bros to Just Dance! We hope to see you there!

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 2:00pm
Gerritsen Beach, Large Meeting Room

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Come join us for a bit of video-game fun! We have Nintendo Switch, PS4 and X-box and More. 

 (Ages: 7-16 yrs)

 

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 3:00pm
Eastern Parkway Library

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Teens and kids please join us in an afternoon of video games such as PS5, Switch, and Xbox.

Teen Time @ Midwood Library

Wed, Mar 20 3:00pm
Midwood Library

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Join us for Teen Time at Midwood Library! Bring your own snacks and your friends (or come alone and make some new friends!). We have a PS5, PS4, X-Box One, Nintendo Switch, and tons of board games! A super fun way to relax after school. All teens are welcome for this weekly hour to hang out at…

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 3:30pm
Dekalb, Auditorium

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Come play video games like Super Smash Bros, Street Fighter 6 and various other games!!!

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 3:30pm
Jamaica Bay, Meeting Room

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It's on like Donkey Kong!

Teens, stop by and enjoy an hour and half of tech game time with your peers. We have a Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One as well as your favorite games!

Room capacity may be limited.  For teens or tweens only.

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 3:30pm
Windsor Terrace Library

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Play video games on our PS4, Nintendo Switch, XBox, and more! All teens (ages 12-18) are welcome.

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 3:30pm
Kensington Auditorium

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Do you want to explore new and old games?  No time to make new friends?  Join us at our Teen Tech Time program where you can play various PS4 or Switch games in a friendly, competitive environment, or just hang out. 

Note that Teen Tech Time is now starting at 3:…

Teen Tech Time @ Central

Wed, Mar 20 4:00pm
Central Library, Info Commons Lab

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Join us in the Info Commons Lab for an afternoon of gaming and hanging out! 

Teen Tech Time

Wed, Mar 20 4:00pm
Borough Park Library, Children's Room

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Come play the Switch or PS4 with us and other teens. We have fun competative games like Mario Kart and more! 

Snacks will be provided while supplies last.

Paid Internship Opportunities

Learn about internship opportunities at BPL!

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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.

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Bklyn BookMatch

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!

Bklyn BookMatch