All libraries will close at 6pm on Wednesday, December 31st and will reopen on Friday, Jan. 2.

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

Color Quest

All Day 1/3–1/23
Kids, Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Registration Required
Event Description:

Color Quest is a coloring contest for kids ages 3 - 18. Whether you're just starting to scribble or you're experenced, this is your chance to show off your coloring skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 1/3–1/31
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

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

Coffee for the Community

9:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Stockyards City Library
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

34 Foot Holiday Tree Display

9:00am–9:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come enjoy our 34 ft holiday tree and take photos with family and friends all season long. The holiday tree will be on display from December 2 to January 5. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Banned Book Club for Adults

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Shelf Watch Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Del City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

This month we will be discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. 

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