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Teen Volunteers
Earn service hours by helping library staff. Requirements vary. Spaces are limited.
Subscription Bundles for Teens
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
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 AAPI Heritage With These Books for Teens!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Try Something New: Fantasy
Ever wish you had magic? Get lost in a new world with these fantasy books for teens.
Start a New Series: Manga
Check out the first issues of these newer library manga titles!
Celebrate AAPI Heritage With These Books for Teens!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Try Something New: Fantasy
Ever wish you had magic? Get lost in a new world with these fantasy books for teens.
Start a New Series: Manga
Check out the first issues of these newer library manga titles!
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.
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.
Williams Grill: 1887-1975 (Opens June 2, 2025)
Examine nearly a century of innovation and social change through the lens of this beloved Westerville restaurant.
Meet the Author: Meg Cabot
Sep 17th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westerville South High School
Details coming soon!
Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest: Winners Announced
Congratulations to the winners of the 19th annual Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest!
Summer Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Summer Reading Challenge
May 23rd - Jul 31st | All day
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Williams Grill: Ice Cream Social
Jun 27th | 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Enjoy family-friendly activities, view the new museum exhibit & eat ice cream as we look back on this historic restaurant scene.
Social Media & Mental Health
Jun 11th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn about the impact of social media on mental health & examine the ways social media can affect people's views of themselves & others.
Columbus Symphony Quartet
Aug 1st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sit back and enjoy a beautiful performance featuring four musicians from the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.
Women in History: Meet Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Jun 15th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the First President of the National Women's Suffrage Association who paved the way for women's right to vote.
UNO Afternoon (Ages 12-18)
Jul 28th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Match your skills against fellow teens through rounds of gameplay. Winners will walk away with a small prize & UNO champion bragging rights!
Taylor Swift Party (Ages 6-18)
Jul 15th | Various times
Are you...Ready For It? Dance along to your favorite Taylor Swift tunes and make buttons and friendship bracelets to keep.
Screenwriting Crash Course (Ages 12-18)
Jul 9th | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Learn the basics of screenwriting, explore what makes a great scene, and discuss your favorite films and shows with fellow movie lovers!
Pixel Art with Perler Beads (Ages 12-18)
Aug 13th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create one-of-a-kind art pieces inspired by your favorite video games with Perler Beads. All materials provided.
Performance Dogs of Ohio (Outside)
Jun 7th | Various times
Witness trained dogs showcase tricks, stunts, agility, and Frisbee skills. Learn about each dog and their training routine.
Murdle Jr. (Ages 10-18)
Jul 24th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Help solve mysteries as junior detectives to celebrate the release of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose.
The History of Manga
Jul 23rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Embark on a captivating journey through the dynamic world of manga - its evolution, cultural impact, and artistic significance.
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.
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.
