Teens
Calling all teens! Discover new experiences and perspectives, meet new people and loveable characters and find the tools and resources to help you through school and on to college — maybe even start that career you've always dreamed about. Have fun!
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Events for Teens
From Dungeons & Dragons to Friday flicks, laser tag, hangouts and Pride events, there is so much you can do at JCPL!
Featured Events
Teen Open Art Studio, part of a series
Express your creative side and learn new skills at our Open Art Studio. Bring in a project to work on or try something new.
Salida Circus Adventure
Jun 5th | 10:00pm - Jul 25th | 2:30pm
JCPL
Help ranger Critta save his wilderness friends from extinction in this interactive show featuring globe-walking, puppets, juggling and more!
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens, part of a series
Go on quests, explore magical worlds, escape treacherous scenarios and make new friends. Drop in anytime. All skill levels welcome.
Homework Help
Online Resources for Teens
Mango Languages
This online language learning resource helps you have fun as you learn real conversations in 71 languages.
World Book Timelines
Explore hundreds of customizable, interactive timelines of important events throughout history. Or create your own timeline!
Staff Picks & New at the Library
Matt Damon Mania
Have you just watched a movie that stars the esteemed actor Matt Damon? Here are some more critically acclaimed movies starring Matt Damon.
What's Cooking for Teens?
Get ready to up your cooking game with these awesome cookbooks to improve your skills.
Rainbow Book List: 2024
Explore the top 10 LGBTQIA+ books for teens!
Strange Worlds to Explore
Fall into these adventure-filled LGBTQIA+ sci-fi stories!
Braaaains...
May is the month to raise awareness about the possibility of and what to do in the event of zombie apocalypse. Be prepared with these books!
Creepy Houses
Are you scared of things that go bump in the night? If so, these books might be perfect for your next spine-chilling read.
Questioning Your Reality
From AI to propaganda, the way we think is being revolutionized by a new age!
Beyond the Infinite
Get out of this world with these science fiction title!
New at JCPL
Mental Health & Wellness
It's okay to ask for help. Find guidance, coping methods, ways to unwind and helping hands no matter where life takes you.
Mental Health & Wellness
Support Teen Mental Health with Cameron's Collection
Mental health and wellness shouldn't be taboo. Stay informed and speak up with Cameron's Collection from Gale Virtual Reference Library.
Teen Health & Wellness
Use these self-help tools to answer your questions about diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, mental health and more.