Teens

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Subscription Bundles for Teens

Find your next great read with the help of our experts!

School Deliveries

Save yourself a trip to the library! Students and teachers can request free delivery of books, movies and music to your school.

Tutor.com for Teens

Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.

Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens

Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.

Creative Coping Toolkit (BingePass)

These films support positive mental wellbeing and address critical issues such as online safety, anxiety, loneliness, bullying & belonging.

Dove Channel (BingePass)

Whether you’re in the mood for a light-hearted romance, an inspiring drama, or a heartwarming holiday escape, you'll find it here.

Native American Stories & Experiences (ebooks)

Discover stories about the lives and experiences of Indigenous Peoples of North America with Hoopla Digital.

Teen Kits

Teen Kits

Borrow a kit for practical purposes - or just for fun! Topics include: homework tools, yoga & mindfulness, driving practice, influencer.

Temperance and Prohibition Movement, 1830-1933

Discover the records and publications of one of the most influential forces for social reform during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Virtual Career Coaching with Tutor.com

Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.

Tutor.com for Teens

Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.

Explora

Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.

Balloon Twisting with Erica Carlson (Ages 8+)

Mar 16th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Make your own balloon animals during this hands-on workshop led by expert balloon twister Erica Carlson. And keep what you make!

Celebrate National Nutrition Month: Food Connects Us

Mar 13th | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Delve into the ways that foods connect us to each other and the world around us!

How to Fold an Origami Heart (Online Class)

Even if you've never folded paper like this before, your origami self-confidence will go up the charts with this very easy piece.

Win tickets to Kings Island or COSI!

Register for the Summer Reading Challenge by midnight on May 26 for a chance to win tickets to Kings Island or COSI!

Periodic Table of Black History

Feb 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Learn about America by exploring the Periodic Table of Black History! Complete activities & pick up a take-home packet to extend learning.

Racial Equity: 101 Workshop (Ages 12-18)

Apr 29th | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Learn about racial equity and gain tools to be effective change agents in your community.

Period Party (Ages 8-18)

Mar 12th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn about menstrual health including tips, myths, facts, and how to advocate for your health with professionals from Nationwide.

WeRISE, WeREAD 2025: Red, White, and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

Jan 23, 2025
Read the novel in verse Red, White, and Whole by Rajani LaRocca. Then dive into rich conversations about identity, illness, and culture.

Mending with Wool Felt (Online Class)

Create any shape or design that you want, and learn a new way to repair your clothes to make them as unique as you.

Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest: Accepting Submissions

Writers! Use your imagination and share your creativity in this contest for all ages.

Ohio Is Home to Ancient Earthworks

Nov 14, 2024
Between 1,600 and 2,000 years ago, people now referred to as the Hopewell Culture built enormous earthworks in the land we call Ohio.

Ohio Women Vote: Exhibit

Through the stories of Ohio and Westerville women, celebrate women's efforts to seek and advance their rights with ten questions.

Battle of the Bands: Westerville Music & Arts Festival, part of a series

Rock out to music performed by local teen artists & winners of the Battle of the Bands at the Westerville Music & Arts Festival.

Battle of the Bands: Accepting Submissions

Jan 2nd - Feb 28th | All day
Showcase your musical talents by entering a video of your best performance for a chance to share your with a live audience. Ages 11-19.

De-stress with Dogs (Ages 12-18)

Feb 25th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Whether you're stressed about school or just want to pet dogs, visit with certified therapy dogs from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Winter Reading Challenge

Dec 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Online Event
Challenge yourself to a winter of reading for a chance to earn prizes.

As Mentioned at My School...

Book Talks

Find your next read with these recent classroom recommendations from your favorite librarians!

Award Winners

Award Winners

Browse award winners for every age.

Based on Lexile Measures...

Lexile Recommendations by Grade

Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!

Kristen C.

When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.

Ashleigh M.

Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.

Annamarie C

Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.

Katie R.

Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
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