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Teenspace

Programs & Events for Teens
Cancelled
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have a desire to be creative?

Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
Library Board meetings fall under the "sunshine laws" of Ohio and are open to the public. Public guests are welcome at any regular Board meeting.

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
Licensed school based psychologists will host one-on-one academic testing assessments to screen for dyslexia, ADHD, language or auditory barriers etc.... more
Licensed school based psychologists will host one-on-one academic testing assessments to screen for dyslexia, ADHD, language or auditory barriers etc. Grades PreK - 12.
This event is full

Sat, Sep 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room
Join us for an end of summer earring and bracelet program. Make a stylish piece of jewelry for you or someone else!

Mon, Sep 23, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Register online and then stop by Youth Services starting at 9am today for a craft kit. For teens in grades 7-12.

Mon, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Porter Room
Need a place to hang after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! Video games, board games, snacks and more!

Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room
Join us in person for an hour of creative writing prompts to inspire you to start and keep writing. Creativity is more than putting pen to paper. It's about... more
Join us in person for an hour of creative writing prompts to inspire you to start and keep writing. Creativity is more than putting pen to paper. It's about breaking away and trying something new!

Mon, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Porter Room
Need a place to hang after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! Video games, board games, snacks and more!

Tue, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Dover Room
Are you a teen who loves anime and manga? Watch a few episodes, play games, and have fun with your friends at Teen Anime Club!

Thu, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dover Room
Women in History Ohio presents Annie Sullivan, known for being Helen Keller's teacher. Join us as a historical interpreter interprets the life of the woman... more
Women in History Ohio presents Annie Sullivan, known for being Helen Keller's teacher. Join us as a historical interpreter interprets the life of the woman often deemed the "miracle worker." All ages.
Registration opens Thursday, September 26 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
Licensed school based psychologists will host one-on-one academic testing assessments to screen for dyslexia, ADHD, language or auditory barriers etc.... more
Licensed school based psychologists will host one-on-one academic testing assessments to screen for dyslexia, ADHD, language or auditory barriers etc. Grades PreK-12.
Registration opens Saturday, September 28 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Join the Friends for visits from costumed characters, surprises and other fall fun!

Sat, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Craft Room
Learn the skills to create your own spooky-themed piece of artwork based on one of the 2024 Inktober prompts! Grades 8-12
Registration opens Saturday, September 28 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Porter Room
Need a place to hang after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! Video games, board games, snacks and more!

Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dover Room
Nineteenth century treasure hunting in Northeast Ohio takes a ghoulish turn in this presentation from Mr. Doug Hulett, a historian and presenter with North... more
Nineteenth century treasure hunting in Northeast Ohio takes a ghoulish turn in this presentation from Mr. Doug Hulett, a historian and presenter with North Coast Narrative.

Visit welcome page: September Is Library Card Sign-Up Month

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Renew, replace, or sign up for a Westlake library card this month and you will be automatically entered in a prize raffle! Of course, you get access to all of our entertaining, informative and trustworthy resources, as well.

Learn more about volunteering image of young people joining hands

We’re looking for energetic and creative Teens (grades 8-12) to be a part of the future of WPPL! Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) or help with a variety of tasks in the Youth Services department. Applications (PDF) are due by October 11 for the TAB.

New Teen Area Rendering

The library is undergoing a series of improvement projects including creating a dedicated Young Adult area in Youth Services, reorganization of Circulation, and opening of the second floor to the public. In addition, self-service coffee and other vending options will be available this winter.

100 Books Before Graduation

Read 100 books before graduating high school! Log your reading in Beanstack and each badge that you earn along the way is equal to one entry into a quarterly grand prize raffle for a gift card. Read 100 total books and earn a WPPL coffee tumbler.

WPPL Blogs for Teens

Join us at blogs.westlakelibrary.org for info about books, movies, crafts, and much more!

New Titles for Teens

New title highlights brought to you by New Book Alerts.

VolunTEENs

WPPL accepts applications for energetic and creative teens to help with a variety of tasks and programs around the Library during two sessions every year: the summer and the academic school year. As space permits, we do accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the school year.

This is a great opportunity for teens in grades 8-12 to give back to their community, get service hours in a fun, relaxed environment, and boost their college applications!

Learn more about volunteering image of young people joining hands

We’re looking for energetic and creative Teens (grades 8-12) to be a part of the future of WPPL! Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) or help with a variety of tasks in the Youth Services department. Applications (PDF) are due by October 11 for the TAB.

Links for Teens

Resources for help with homework, volunteering and more.

Resources for Homework and Lifelong Learning
Call or email with questions. We love answering questions!

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Technology & Services

3-d printer

Technology & Services

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Download & Stream

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Blogs & Newsletters

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