National Youth Week is May 1 – 7, 2025! We are dedicated to celebrating youth and their active participation in their community. This could be drama, sport, dance, civic engagement, volunteering, and more.
Join us for a whole week of fun! Take a look below to see how you can celebrate at the library:
Percy Jackson Watch Party
Thursday, May 1, 6:00 – 8:00 pm (Downtown Library)
Kick off Youth Week with a legendary movie night! Bring your friends to watch Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief in the library.
Terrariums
Monday, May 5, 6:00 – 8:00 pm (Downtown Library)
Design and create your own beautiful, self-sustaining terrarium using a variety of plants, decorative elements, and creative touches. No experience needed, just bring your love for nature!
Strings Attached - Crochet for Teens
Tuesday, May 6, 4:00 - 6:00 pm (Painswick Library)
Learn to crochet at the library! Materials and instructions are provided. Registration is required; limited spots available.
Game On: A Board Game-Fueled Afternoon
Thursday, May 8, 2:30 - 4:30 pm (Downtown Library)
Join us for an afternoon of fun with epic board games! Bring your friends, roll the dice, and enjoy friendly competition, laughs, and tons of excitement.
Teen Loot Bags
Available at all library locations starting May 1
Stop by any library location to grab your FREE loot bag, created by teens for teens. Each bag is filled with books, goodies, and BPL swag. There are limited bags available, and once they're gone, they're gone.
Teen Scavenger Hunt
All week long, starting May 1 at the Downtown Library
Pick up a passport at the Downtown Library desk to solve clues and win a prize!
Check out our Teen Book Lists:
For all these Teen lists and more, visit our catalogue.
Resources for Tweens and Teens
Brainfuse is an online learning platform with live tutoring, practice tests, study tools and resources, and more for students in grades K-12.
Teen Health & Wellness is a resource for those seeking help or advice with important personal questions and life skills. All content is written to be relevant to high school-aged people. Article topics include physical, mental and sexual health, diversity, green living, nutrition, fitness and more.