Teen and Young Adult

Diverse group of teens reading and using computers.

Welcome to Metro Teens!

Your local library is lit. No cap.

Okay. Okay. You got us. We might not be hip on the lingo of the 2020s, but we do know that there's so much the Metropolitan Library System can offer guests from the ages of 13-19. And guess who those guests are? YOU!

Here's just a sampling of the free stuff you didn't know you could do at your library:

• Hang out with friends at teen-centered events
• Volunteer for great experience (and service hours ?)
• Use Wi-Fi and charge your phone
• Have a Safe Place if you need help
• Read comics and manga - the hoopla collection is next level!
• Download audiobooks and ebooks with Libby
• Reserve a study room at almost every Metro Library location
• Ask a librarian about homework or research help
• Design something at your nearest Makerspace (they have 3D printers...we repeat 3D printers!)
• Play video and board games
• Find resume help and job search support
• Check out study guides, prepare for ACT, or even *the driver's test*

Explore more to do at any of our 19 locations today!

 

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

October STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/18
Kids, Teens
Stockyards City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pumpkin Mania - Take Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/19
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Get crafty this fall and create a variety of fun and festive pumpkins—perfect for decorating your home, desk, or windowsill.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Eeek!tober at Bethany Library

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here.

Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.

 

Programs include:

This event is in the "All Ages" group

HA-HA HALLOWEEN JOKE HUNT

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

What do birds say on Halloween? 

Answer: Trick or tweet

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Mythical Creatures Scavenger Hunt | ¡Busca las criaturas míticas!

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

October Literary Villains Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Have a spooky good time at the library by searching for literature's most notorious villains. Each week will feature five villains hidden amongst the shelves. Once you locate all five, come to the adult reference desk for a prize. 

Databases

A B C E F G H I J L M N O P R S T U V W

African-American History Online

Covers more than 500 years of African-American history using biographies, primary sources, images, videos, timelines, maps, and charts.

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Book Collection Nonfiction: High School

Contains abstracts and the full text of nonfiction books about careers, health, life skills, ethnicity, disabilities, adventure, sports, technology, biographies, history, science, women, civics and more. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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Book Collection Nonfiction: Middle School

Contains abstracts and the full text of nonfiction books about careers, health, life skills, ethnicity, disabilities, adventure, sports, technology, biographies, history, science, women, civics and more. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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Britannica Library Young Adults

A version of Encyclopedia Britannica that is designed to help students in grades 6-8 with homework assignments, school projects, and research reports.

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Britannica Online Reference Center

A version of Encyclopedia Britannica that is designed for older students and adults.

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College Blue Book

The College Blue Book is a guide to thousands of 2-and 4-year schools in the U.S. and Canada with detailed descriptions, including a listing of degree programs offered, scholarships, and occupational education programs.

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Creativebug

Creativebug is an on-demand arts and crafts instructional resource with over 1,000 high-quality videos taught by expert artists and makers. It includes classes and videos on drawing, painting, sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, baking, and more.

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CultureGrams

Contains state and country profiles, graphs and tables, photos, biographical articles, and unique information like recipes from around the world. There is a version of this database just for kids and a version for everyone else.

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Cypress Resume

Create professional resumes, cover letters and reference lists in minutes by simply entering basic information about yourself.

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