Teens

GRADES 6-12

The teen space is the perfect place for teens in grades 6-12 to read, study or just hang out with friends. It offers comfy seating, computers, board games and thousands of books to choose from. Besides the space, the library offers a variety of programs that target all kinds of interests.

Teen & Tween Events

Next:

• Learn Python with STEM for Others
  Jan 21 at 3:30pm

  We are excited to collaborate with STEM for Others to provide classes in python! Join us for an introduction to the #1 programming language by creating simple games and practical projects! Free and open to all in grades 5-12. The classes are designed for students of all skill levels. Registration is required. This program will run every Tuesday from 3:30-4:30 until the end of February. If you sign up for the first session, you are expected to come to as many sessions as you can. Please bring your school issued Chromebook. If you do not have a Chromebook the library can provide you with one for the class.

Coming soon:

• Jan 21 Tue
  Exam Cram Winter ’25
  8:00pm- 10:00pm
• Jan 25 Sat
  Mock Digital SAT Exam 1/25
  9:00am- 12:00pm
• Jan 27 Mon
  Dungeons & Dragons Club (Ages 10-14)
  4:30pm- 6:30pm
• Jan 28 Tue
  DIY Ear Warmer
  3:30pm- 5:30pm

Teen Collections

Popular Collections

Graphic Novels

Video Games

SAT and ACT prep

Downloads and Streaming

Overdrive / Libby

Hoopla

Kanopy

New YA Books

Teen Programs & Resources

The Teen Library offers a variety of programs, services and resources for life, school and beyond:

Programs:

• Summer Reading Program
• College Prep programs including ACT/SAT Practice Exams
• Craft Programs
• Cooking Programs
• Games and Competitions

See all teen programs and events

Resources

The library offers access to several Connecticut State Library databases for homework help, as well as a curated list of helpful websites for college prep.

Browse resources for teens

Teen Volunteers

The Guilford Free Library is always excited to have volunteers. Many teens have community service requirements to fulfill for a variety of reasons, and the library is a great place to donate some of your time to reach those goals. If you are interested in volunteering at the library please register for one of our monthly Teen Volunteer Orientations. For more information or questions, please contact the library at 203-453-8282 or teenlibrarian@guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Possible Teen Volunteer Tasks

Decorate the bulletin board in the Young Adult area
Prep materials for future programs
Shelve books
Help run programs

Open to students in grades 7-12.
No meeting, just doing.