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 After Hours: Friday Flicks, part of a series

See what JCPL teens think are the ultimate movie picks — and enjoy with popcorn and snacks — in these exclusive after-hours screenings!

Virtual: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners, part of a series

Do you love epic fantasy adventure? Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop role-playing fantasy game where a dice roll can change your future!

Virtual: Dungeons & Dragons for Advanced Players, part of a series

Do you love epic fantasy adventure? Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop role playing fantasy game where a roll of the dice can change your!

Homework Help

These library resources and databases help support at-home learning for teens of every ability.

Online Resources for Teens

Global Issues in Context

Browse up-to-date information about world issues and the latest international news stories.

MAS Ultra - School Edition

Full-text periodicals, biographies, maps, flags, reference books and primary sources. Subjects include history, science, health and more.

Staff Picks & New at the Library

What Teens Actually Read!

Check out books that our girls in STEM camps read and love!

Pulse Pounding Adventure Tales

We've got you an end-of-summer adventure read waiting for you on this list!

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!

Get Lost in Wonderland!

Fall down the rabbit hole of "Alice in Wonderland" spinoffs!

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!

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.

MyJCPL Mobile App

Search the catalog, check out items, manage your account and register for upcoming events, all in the palm of your hand.

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