All Metro Library locations are closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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 "All Ages" group
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This event is in the "Teens" group
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SO's Pen Pals Spring 2026

01/20/2026 @ 12:00pm–03/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 20, 2026 @ 9:52am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

SAIL

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Healthy living

This event is in the "Adults" group

Whodunit Mystery Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen D&D - NOT ACCEPTING NEW PLAYERS

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the Choctaw Library. Newbies, novices, and experts welcome.

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

National Penguin Day Story Time & Crafts

3:00pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Dive into the chilly world of penguins as we celebrate National Penguin Day!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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