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.

Teens using the Teen Tech Center
Teen Tech Centers

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

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Teens from Tomorrow's Techies gather for a meeting
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, Jun 30 10:00am
Brooklyn Heights Library, Gaming Room

Cycle Alliance health and wellness mental health

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 Grab & Go

Mon, Jun 30 2:00pm
Brownsville Library

arts and crafts DIY grab and go kits

Stop by the Brownsville Library to pick up a fun grab & go activity kit.

Supplies and instructions included. Available until supplies last.

Virtual Financial Coaching

Mon, Jun 30 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…

Bedford Teen Study Time

Mon, Jun 30 3:00pm
Bedford Library, Quiet Room

teen 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!!

Teen Time: Animal Farm by George Orwell

Mon, Jun 30 4:00pm
Brooklyn Heights Library

banned books book club book discussion

Join us for a conversation about the classic allegorical novel about ANOTHER (sadly) relevant dystopian novel, Animal Farm by George Orwell.  Learn about the today's increasing censorship and what you can do about it.  No need to have read the book!  We will discuss the plot and…

Virtual English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 30 6:00pm
Ryder Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group starts…

Teen Takeover: Sip & Paint

Mon, Jun 30 6:00pm
East Flatbush Library

gaming for teens Teen Takeovers teen tech time

Diana Wynne Jones Adult Book Discussion Group - "Knight's Castle by Edward Eager

Mon, Jun 30 8:00pm
Clinton Hill Library

book club book discussion Virtual Programming

Join the Diana Wynne Jones Adult book discussion group for our month when we discuss a book by another fantasy writer. The June title will be Edward Eager's witty and humorous "Knight's Castle".  Share your thoughts on the book and get to know other readers in your virtual community:

Virtual English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 30 8:30pm
Brighton Beach Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group starts…

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