Teens

Monthly Spotlight

Each month we have new videos, activities and teen stories to engage, enlighten and inform.

Summer at the Library

This summer, the library is the place to be! Find out more about our Summer Reading Challenge and how to find events just for teens. We also have a special VolunTeen opportunity to earn service hours, meet new people, and win special prizes!

Activity:
Summer Bucket List
Fill out your bucket list with things you want to accomplish before Summer begins.
Learn More →

Watch previous Monthly Spotlights here.

Get Ready: SAT & ACT

Tips to Prepare for the SAT & ACT

Check out these tips from author Brian Stewart on how to prepare for the new SAT and ACT!

Frequently Asked Questions:
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Book Talk

Teen Book Recommendation

Every great series begins with Book One.

Get updates on teen programs, events and book suggestions sent to your inbox.
Must be age 18 or older to receive emails from us.

Created by Teens

Teens Create!

Share a written, photo, or video review of your favorite books to add them to the book recommendation lists!

YouMedia

Create, collaborate and build tech skills. Work on your music, video, photos, design and podcasts with our skilled mentors.

Must be 13 to join.

Teens, we want to hear from you!​

Every month, answer questions to help us better understand your interests. We’ll also give you a space to voice your opinions and talk about the world today.

YouMedia Centers

Programs at all locations are paused while we prepare for Summer Reading Challenge, which kicks off May 31.

Check back soon for our summer schedule.

Driving Park Branch

1422 E. Livingston Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Friday
2-6 p.m.

Gahanna Branch

310 Granville St.

Monday-Friday
3-6 p.m.

Hilltop Branch

511 S. Hague Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Karl Road Branch

5590 Karl Rd.

Monday-Friday
3-6 p.m.

Main Library

96 S. Grant Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Friday
3-6 p.m.

Reynoldsburg Branch

1402 Brice Rd.

Monday-Thursday
4-7 p.m.

Whetstone Branch

3909 N. High St.

Monday-Friday
3:30-6 p.m.

Whitehall Branch

4445 E. Broad St.

Monday-Thursday
3-6 p.m.

Barnett Branch

3434 E. Livingston Ave.

YouMedia temporarily closed during branch renovations.

Many thanks to Battelle for their support of YouMedia.

#well-connected

Stay well and stay connected! Our staff share ideas and inspiration.

How did you make a difference?

Great Reads for Teens

School Help

School Help Centers

Middle-schoolers and high-schoolers: stop in after school to get free, in-person help with your schoolwork.

Choose your location on our School Help page for hours offered.

BrainFuse HelpNow

HelpNow provides 24-hour access to study tools and test preparation for students.

Online Tutors are available from Monday‑Friday, 2‑11 p.m.

Check out our tools to help you with school work.