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
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!
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!
DÃa de los Niños: Book Fiesta
Apr 11th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Celebrate children and cultural heritage with books, music, laughter, live performances, fun activities and surprises for the whole family!
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!
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!
DÃa de los Niños: Book Fiesta
Apr 11th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Celebrate children and cultural heritage with books, music, laughter, live performances, fun activities and surprises for the whole family!
Homework Help
These library resources and databases help support at-home learning for teens of every ability.
Online Resources for Teens
Biography in Context
Find biographical information about people from around the world and throughout history. Watch a tutorial.
Pass the Test with LearningExpress Library!
Get ready for AP exams, practice college entrance tests, prep for the GED or just improve your homework skills with LearningExpress Library!
Biography in Context
Find biographical information about people from around the world and throughout history. Watch a tutorial.
Pass the Test with LearningExpress Library!
Get ready for AP exams, practice college entrance tests, prep for the GED or just improve your homework skills with LearningExpress Library!
Staff Picks & New at the Library
Digital Downloads: April 2026
Easily access the latest YA titles via our audio and e-book collection!
Bram Stoker Awards!
Explore the best teen horror books of the past few years!
Digital Downloads: April 2026
Easily access the latest YA titles via our audio and e-book collection!
Bram Stoker Awards!
Explore the best teen horror books of the past few years!
International Transgender Day of Visibility
Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31) is dedicated to raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve trans justice.
YA Books with Trans and Nonbinary Characters
Read and remember all the incredible stories that celebrate, honor and love trans and nonbinary characters!
International Transgender Day of Visibility
Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31) is dedicated to raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve trans justice.
YA Books with Trans and Nonbinary Characters
Read and remember all the incredible stories that celebrate, honor and love trans and nonbinary characters!
Body Horror
Looking for a niche genre to explore? Look no further!
Disturbia in Suburbia!
Dive headfirst into these suburban horror tales that will have you double-checking that you've locked your doors!
Body Horror
Looking for a niche genre to explore? Look no further!
Disturbia in Suburbia!
Dive headfirst into these suburban horror tales that will have you double-checking that you've locked your doors!
Suspenseful Sci-Fi!
Looking for books and movies that will have you getting a little spooked? This is full of titles that will keep you wanting more!
What Would Harry Potter Read?
Do you love Harry Potter? Do you wonder what he would be reading while cozied up in the Gryffindor common room?
Suspenseful Sci-Fi!
Looking for books and movies that will have you getting a little spooked? This is full of titles that will keep you wanting more!
What Would Harry Potter Read?
Do you love Harry Potter? Do you wonder what he would be reading while cozied up in the Gryffindor common room?
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.