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:
- Why Choose Community College
Oct 23 at 6:30pmEach fall, high school college bound students begin their quest to find the perfect college to meet their dreams, needs and affordability. Join Bernard Shea, the Outreach and Recruitment Specialist for CT STATE Community College, and learn how a community college might be a good fit for you. Free and open to all high school students and their families. Registration is required.
Coming soon:
- 3:30pm- 4:30pm3:30pm- 4:30pm3:30pm- 4:30pm3:30pm- 4:30pm
Teen Collections
Popular Collections
Downloads and Streaming
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
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.
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 programsOpen to students in grades 7-12.
No meeting, just doing.
Summer Hours:
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1pm-4pm
9am-8pm
9am-8pm
9am-8pm
9am-8pm
9am-6pm
9am-5pm