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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fall SO's Pen Pals Fall 2024

10/15/2024 @ 12:00pm - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 69
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 "All Ages" group.

Books and Beats

10/16/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/26/2024 @ 9:00am
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Blend your love for music and books by creating a companion playlist to go along with your favorite book or a book you've read recently! Your submissions will be turned into posters to go on the display!

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

30 Days of Writing Challenge Booklet

All Day 11/1 - 11/26
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you wanted to establish a writing routine, but are not sure how to get started. Come by the Edmond library and pick up one of our 30 Day Writing Challenge booklets.

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.

DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt

All Day 11/1 - 11/26
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 all month long for a Dinosaur themed scavenger hunt!!!

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

National Novel Writing Month Take Home Kit

All Day 11/1 - 11/26
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

November is National Novel Writing Month and it's a time for writers to focus and achieve their goal of writing 50k in 30 days!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pages to Stages: Beetlejuice Scavenger Hunt

All Day 11/1 - 11/27
All Ages
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come register to win tickets to OKC Broadway's production of "Beetlejuice", and while you're here, do a fun Beetlejuice Scavenger Hunt! Everyone who completes the scavenger hunt get a cool Beetlejuice sticker (while supplies last). 

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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