Teens

Teen Summer Reading: Unearth a Story

Read books. Win prizes.

For teens going into grades 7-12 in September 2026.

Mark your calendars for Summer Reading 2026! Beginning June 26th, you can sign up for the summer reading program at the Teen Space or Youth Services desk and start earning points towards awesome prizes like popular YA books, squishy fidget toys, scratch art kits, and more. You'll also have a chance to win a grand prize!

How does it work?

Young Writers Group (Gr. 8-12)

Facilitated by TAG volunteer Myer, the Younger Writers Group is a monthly meeting space for aspiring authors of all genres - poetry, lyrics, fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and more! Attendees are encouraged to bring their writing implements of choice (e.g., pen and paper, laptop, etc.) as well as whatever writing project they've been working on recently.

This group is for teens in grades 8 to 12; no registration is required to attend meetings.

Young Writers Group (Gr. 8-12)

Facilitated by TAG volunteer Myer, the Younger Writers Group is a monthly meeting space for aspiring authors of all genres - poetry, lyrics, fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and more! Attendees are encouraged to bring their writing implements of choice (e.g., pen and paper, laptop, etc.) as well as whatever writing project they've been working on recently.

This group is for teens in grades 8 to 12; no registration is required to attend meetings.

Pokémon Club

Socialize with others during this "indoor recess"-style event in the YS programming room.

Bring your own Pokémon cards if you want to trade with others. Each session of Pokémon Club also features trivia games and other fun activities. 

This drop-in program is best suited for children in grades 3 and up, but all are welcome. No registration is required.

POSTPONED: Meet with New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S)

This event has been rescheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 4:30-6:30 PM.  Library and NJ4S staff thank you for your patience.

Looking for ways to practice self-care this summer?  Stop by to pick up some freebies and resources!

Meet with representatives from New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S) and learn about services they provide to families with children in grades K through 12.

Meet with New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S)

Looking for ways to practice self-care this summer?  Stop by to pick up some freebies and resources!

Meet with representatives from New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S) and learn about services they provide to families with children in grades K through 12.

NJ4S is a prevention program that supports youth mental wellness and can connect students and their parents/caregivers with other community resources beneficial to social, emotional, and mental health and well-being, including clinical and non-clinical resources.

Young Writers Group (Gr. 8-12)

Facilitated by TAG volunteer Myer, the Younger Writers Group is a monthly meeting space for aspiring authors of all genres - poetry, lyrics, fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and more! Attendees are encouraged to bring their writing implements of choice (e.g., pen and paper, laptop, etc.) as well as whatever writing project they've been working on recently.

This group is for teens in grades 8 to 12; no registration is required to attend meetings.

Creative Minds with NAMI

Click here to register! 

To encourage both knowledge of and access to the benefits of the creative arts, NAMI is introducing Creative Mindsets, an all-in-one boxed kit that contains everything you need to engage young people in mindfulness, reflection, and self-care through creative activities. These activities were designed by a work group of folks with overlapping experience in creativity and mental health, including art therapists, youth program directors, professional artists, and more.