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Subscription Bundles for Teens
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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.
Anniversary of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
May 31 marks the anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre in the neighborhood of Greenwood (Black Wall Street) in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Celebrate Pride: For Ages 12-18
Want to read a book with an LGBTQ+ main character? Try one of these!
Sports: For Ages 14-18
Transport yourself to the court, field, diamond, track, pool, or dance floor with these teen sports stories.
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.
The Ohio Country (Podcast Series)
This podcast series from WYSO Public Radio provides context on history of Ohio. Includes stories from Miami, Shawnee & Wyandotte peoples.
Study Hall (Ages 6-14)
Jul 30th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
As summer starts to wind down, brush up on your academic skills. Math, reading and writing worksheets will be available. Stop by to pick…
Haunted Westerville (Free Activity for Pickup)
Oct 1st, All day
Investigate the haunted history of six Uptown Westerville sites with a self-guided tour. Use clues along the way to solve the puzzle.…
BINGO: Wizards & Wands Edition
Oct 10th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Play a few rounds of fantasy-themed BINGO. Prizes and fun for the whole family!
Percy Jackson: Demigod Training Camp (Ages 6+)
Oct 13th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Welcome to Camp Half-Blood! Design your own bead necklace, test your prophecy-solving skills, discover your godly parent, and participate…
8th Grade Art Show: Wizards & Wands Exhibit
Oct 19th | 12:00am - Nov 30th | 12:00am
Marvel at fantasy characters brought to life by 8th grade art students from Westerville City Schools. Each character will be represented…
Creepy Critters | BUGMAN
Oct 25th | 4:30pm - 8:30pm
See and (touch) the amazing world of bugs with Mark Berman and his crew of crawly critters. Also, learn about bees, hives, and…
The Giant Bubble Show | Circus Pop! (Outside)
Oct 25th | 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Experience the excitement of 20-foot bubbles, fog bubbles, bubble volcanoes, and even kids inside of bubbles.
Draw Fantastical Creatures | Steve Harpster
Oct 25th | 5:45pm - 8:15pm
Westerville Public Library
Learn how to draw fantastical creatures in this one-of-a-kind drawing game show. You never know what you might draw next!
Gruesome Predictions: Pop-Up Exhibit
Oct 1st | 9:00am - Oct 31st | 6:00pm
Give yourself a fright with spooky imagery used to scare the nation away from the dangers of alcohol. These posters - created for the…
Back to the Future: Scavenger Hunt
Oct 1st | 9:00am - Oct 31st | 6:00pm
Great Scott! From the flux capacitor to a hoverboard, spot the Back to the Future "easter eggs" hidden within the museum's current…
Beekeeping 101 (Ages 4+)
Jul 31st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about honeybees and beekeeping. Marvel at the interior of a beehive, examine preserved bee specimens, & touch beekeeper tools.
One Square At a Time: Making Art on a Grid (Online Class)
Blank pages can be overwhelming, but what if the page was divided into small squares?
How to Make a Foldable Book (Online Tutorial)
Learn how to make a mini-book with just one piece of paper!
Lambda Literary Award
Awarded yearly by the US-based Lambda Literary Foundation to published works which celebrate or explore LGBT themes.
Interview with author Gene Luen Yang (PBS Books)
Gene Luen Yang, Library of Congress National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, talks “Paths & Portals” and “American Born Chinese”.
As Mentioned at My School...
Book Talks
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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!
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.
Raychelle S.
When she’s not recommending a great fantasy read or planning an author event, she’s likely floating in a kayak or trying a new recipe...
Grace G.
When Grace isn't helping students tackle their homework assignments, she's likely devouring a delicious pastry or spending time outdoors.
