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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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

The Cycle Alliance's Period Pantry at Brooklyn Heights!

Mon, Apr 21 10:00am
Brooklyn Heights Library, Gaming Room

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If you are are a Teen in between the ages of 13 and 18, take a look at our period pantry located in the Game Room or ask someone at the front desk.

Our period pantry is in alliance with ‘Cycle Alliance’ here at Brooklyn Public Library. 

Our pantry contains pads, tampons and both…

Teen Time @ Midwood Library: Video & Board Games

Mon, Apr 21 3:00pm
Midwood, Basement Meeting Room

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Join us for Teen Time! We'll have video games, board games, and a warm, fun space to hang out! Snacks may be available or you can bring your own! Open to all teens ages 13-19. 

Virtual Financial Coaching

Mon, Apr 21 3:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

finance Virtual Programming

Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals. 

Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…

Teen Tech Time

Mon, Apr 21 3:00pm
Arlington Library, Program Room

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Do you consider yourself a gamer? 

Are you passionate about the virtual worlds?

Come join us in the wonderful world of video games at the Arlington Library Branch!! Make new friends, create new rivals and have fun in the process!!

Choose your preference between X Box,…

Teen Grab & Go

Mon, Apr 21 3:00pm
Brownsville Library

arts and crafts DIY grab and go kits

Stop by the Brownsville Library to pick up a fun grab & go activity kit. This week we'll be making classic Rexlace lanyards.

Supplies and instructions included. Available until supplies last.

Teen Tech Time

Mon, Apr 21 3:15pm
Dyker Library, Auditorium

teen tech time

Stop by for some tech fun to relax and play some games or get some work done

Teen Game Time

Mon, Apr 21 3:15pm
Dyker Library

table-top & board games teen time

Looking to play board and card games after school come to the Dyker Library to play some favorites lik

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If you have your own games (ex: Magic The Gathering) that is welcome too.

Trees NY Workshop Series for Teens: Urban Heat Island Effect

Mon, Apr 21 4:00pm
Greenpoint, Demonstration Garden

after school climate and the environment Earth Day

Trees New York Presents: Workshop Series for Teens at the Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center

Join us for a three-part series focused on street trees and urban landscaping, and discover how you can contribute…

Best of Brooklyn Poetry Slam with Parle Endeavors

Mon, Apr 21 4:00pm
Flatbush, Large Meeting Room

creative writing poetry teen time

Teen Time: Board Games

Mon, Apr 21 4:00pm
Crown Heights Library

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Wind down after school with games like Uno: No Mercy and Love Letter.

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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Book a Librarian

 

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