Teens
Welcome! From craft to college prep, from movie screenings to film making the Free Library has it all for teens! Check out an event at your local library or visit the Teen Space at the Parkway Central Library on Vine Street. Find awesome programs around the city and find your next great read!
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Upcoming Events
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The Philadelphia City Commissioner's Office 2024 Elections Resource
Mon, September 9, 2024
1:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library
Have you ever wondered how the election system works in Philadelphia? The Philadelphia City Commissioners' Office will be in the Parkway Central lobby on Monday, September 9, from 1:00 p.m.-3 :00 p.m. to answer your questions regarding how elections work, and how…
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Mon, September 9, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a tabletop role-playing game which relies on imagination and teamwork. Players gather together at a table, using dice, miniature figurines, maps, game rules and their imaginations to tell an exciting story together. For ages 11-14. First time players welcome!…
After-School Meals
Mon, September 9, 2024
3:30 P.M.
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
Stop by after school and eat a light supper! This program is for students enrolled in pre-K through 12th grade and meals will be available Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Meals must be eaten at the library. This After School Meal Program is a federally-funded Child Nutrition Program…
Kids Can Cook! with Keisha Prosser
Mon, September 9, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Kids and Teens are invited to join us for the final in our series of Kids Can Cook! classes at the Fishtown Library! All classes are supervised by ServSafe certified chef Keisha Prosser, aka the Mobile Cooking Teacher. This program is free and open to school age (1st-12th grade) kids and…
Blog Posts
View Life Through the Lens: Photography Without Borders at the Free Library
Photography is a powerful outlet for expression and creativity in young people. Teens aged 12–18 can explore their abilities as photographers at the Kensington and Lillian Marrero branches of the Free Library this summer, where… continue reading
By Anthony T. July 23, 2024
Library Department Highlights: Field Teen Center
Since Parkway Central Library opened in 1927, patrons have had free and open access to its rich and unique collections, expanding services, and professionally trained and welcoming staff. The robust programs and collections available are… continue reading
By Yona Y. July 17, 2024 1
Get Ready for an Exciting Summer of Wonder at the Free Library!
Summer of Wonder is the Free Library's flagship summer reading challenge for all ages. Participants can attend library programs, find new books to read, and explore activities to stay engaged throughout the summer. Summer of Wonder starts on… continue reading
By Administrator May 29, 2024 4
Teen Job Fair at McPherson Square Library on Tuesday, April 30
Teens often come into McPherson Square Library during the summer months looking for jobs, which inspired the library staff to host their first Teen Job Fair in 2021. Three years later, this has become an annual event. Teens and… continue reading
By Vincent E. April 24, 2024