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 Dungeons & Dragons, part of a series
Go on quests, explore magical worlds, escape treacherous scenarios and make new friends. Drop in anytime. All skill levels welcome.
An Indonesian Evening: Gamelan Orchestra and Puppetry
Jul 3rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Arcinda Gamelan Orchestra stops by Standley Lake for a special performance and demonstration of Indonesia's puppetry tradition.
Teen Open Art Studio, part of a series
Bring a project or dive into something new; each month offers a different and exciting activity. Come see what artistic adventures await!
Teen Dungeons & Dragons, part of a series
Go on quests, explore magical worlds, escape treacherous scenarios and make new friends. Drop in anytime. All skill levels welcome.
An Indonesian Evening: Gamelan Orchestra and Puppetry
Jul 3rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Arcinda Gamelan Orchestra stops by Standley Lake for a special performance and demonstration of Indonesia's puppetry tradition.
Teen Open Art Studio, part of a series
Bring a project or dive into something new; each month offers a different and exciting activity. Come see what artistic adventures await!
Homework Help
These library resources and databases help support at-home learning for teens of every ability.
Online Resources for Teens
Exploring Race in Society
An in-depth look at the history of race providing critical context about topics related to race, ethnicity, diversity and inclusiveness.
Literary Reference Source
Synopses, critical essays, book reviews and literary journals, plus full-text classic novels, short stories and poems of all genres.
Exploring Race in Society
An in-depth look at the history of race providing critical context about topics related to race, ethnicity, diversity and inclusiveness.
Literary Reference Source
Synopses, critical essays, book reviews and literary journals, plus full-text classic novels, short stories and poems of all genres.
Staff Picks & New at the Library
A Teen Intern's TBR
Want to read what JCPL teen interns are hyped about?
New Perspectives: Drag Art!
Learn all about the awesome ways that drag kings and queens bring joy, positivity and authenticity!
A Teen Intern's TBR
Want to read what JCPL teen interns are hyped about?
New Perspectives: Drag Art!
Learn all about the awesome ways that drag kings and queens bring joy, positivity and authenticity!
New Perspectives: Drag Art!
Learn all about the awesome ways that drag kings and queens bring joy, positivity and authenticity!
Faith & Pride
Explore the crossroads between religious belifs and LGBTQIA+ identity.
New Perspectives: Drag Art!
Learn all about the awesome ways that drag kings and queens bring joy, positivity and authenticity!
Faith & Pride
Explore the crossroads between religious belifs and LGBTQIA+ identity.
SummerWeen!
Ditch your summer beach reads and pick up one of these summer slashers by channeling your inner Halloween vibes!
Fear Street: Prom Queen Read-Alikes
Looking for a screaming summer? We've got you covered!
SummerWeen!
Ditch your summer beach reads and pick up one of these summer slashers by channeling your inner Halloween vibes!
Fear Street: Prom Queen Read-Alikes
Looking for a screaming summer? We've got you covered!
Sunrise on the Reaping Read-Alikes
Don't let the long hold list get you down! Pick up one of these dystopian reads to tide you over until the newest Hunger Games book arrives!
Arcane Read-Alikes
Are you obsessed with the action-packed steampunk adventure of "Arcane"? If so, you need to add these books to your TBR!
Sunrise on the Reaping Read-Alikes
Don't let the long hold list get you down! Pick up one of these dystopian reads to tide you over until the newest Hunger Games book arrives!
Arcane Read-Alikes
Are you obsessed with the action-packed steampunk adventure of "Arcane"? If so, you need to add these books to your TBR!
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.
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.
MyJCPL Mobile App
Search the catalog, check out items, manage your account and register for upcoming events, all in the palm of your hand.