Our teen department is on the first floor of the Main Library, just to the left of the front desk. New books are on the shelves in front. You'll find craft kits, magazines, computers, resource board, and a work area toward the back of the department. Stop in any time, we look forward to seeing you!
Year-Round Reading Challenges! Can you read 25 books a year? Middle school students, challenge yourself to read 75 books before high school. High school students, set your goal to read 100 books before graduation. Read for fun, read for prizes, read for the challenge!
After enrolling online in our free program you can record your reading in the online or stop by Teen Services at the Main Library (Woodmere Ave.) to pick up a bullet journal for a more creative way to track your reading.
Teen Events
Birds Doing Stuff: Photography by Steve Jessmore
Presentation by five-time Michigan Photographer of the Year Steve Jessmore of his Birds Doing Stuff wildlife photography project on Torch River.
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy (National Guard)
Young adults 15-1/2 through the age of 18 and their parents/guardians are invited to attend an Information Session held in cooperation between the Traverse Area District Library and the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy.
Come join the library and Up North Pride for a stress busting evening! We will be creating stress balls and other stress busting contraptions while we hang out together in a supportive welcoming environment!
Freestyle Writing Workshop
Facilitated freestyle writing workshop with goal of fostering creativity and writing for wellness. Each workshop will begin with a warm-up followed by a prompt to get the ideas flowing.
Contact Us
If you need research or homework assistance we're here! Just email a Librarian, live chat, or call the library (231.932-8500.)
Quick Reference
Links to the items teens request most. Find more under the Homework Help item above.
Current Events
Black Freedom Struggle in the United States
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
League of Women Voters
