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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Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens
Fri, May 16, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Mondays , Apr 28th, May 5th, May 12th from 5:00 – 6:00 PM Fridays , May 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 1:00 - 2:00 PM Beginner-Friendly Yoga for Adults and Teens! Join Yoga 4 Philly for a beginner-friendly yoga session that welcomes participants of all abilities!…
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Video Game Fridays
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Join the LEAP’s Mr. Bob and play some video games afterschool
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LEAP: Game Day!
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Haverford Library
End the week with fun and games! From board games to group challenges, come enjoy some friendly competition and laughter from 3:00–4:00 PM.
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Manga & Anime Club
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join other fans of Manga and anime for snacks, discussions, and creative projects. For 5th - 12th graders. Meets most Fridays, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
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Blog Posts
Get Spellbound at the Field Teen Center’s 2025 Alternative Prom!
On Friday, May 30, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. , Parkway Central Library 's Field Teen Center will host their Second Annual Alternative Prom ! This year's theme is Spellbound: A Night in the Enchanted Forest . Get ready for an unforgettable night… continue reading
By Bridget G. April 28, 2025 1
Free SAT and College Prep Workshops 2024–2025
College and test prep workshops , hosted by Field Teen Center in partnership with The Alexander Advantage , will return to the Free Library for the 2024–2025 school year . This free series is for high school students up to… continue reading
By Yona Y. September 23, 2024 1
Introducing the 2024–25 Philadelphia Youth Poet Laureate
The Free Library of Philadelphia is pleased to announce the 2024–25 Philadelphia Youth Poet Laureate : Malaya Ulan , a junior at Science Leadership Academy at Beeber! She was selected from a competitive pool of applicants by the Poet… continue reading
By Yona Y. September 17, 2024
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