Ames Free Library

"Where the Community Connects"

LIBRARY OPEN FOR HOLDS PICKUP, QUICK BROWSING, AND COMPUTER USE!

Current hours: Monday - Wednesday & Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

  • Visits are limited to a maximum of 45 minutes per person.
  • Total occupancy in the building is limited to 10 visitors at any given time, so short waits outside may be necessary.
  • Please go here for more information on what services are currently available.
  • Email us at info@amesfreelibrary.org, or call 508-238-2000.
  • Check out our list of online programs here!

 

Teen Homepage

Teen Den

The Teen Den at the Ames Free Library is closed until further notice, due to the outbreak of novel coronavirus in Easton.

The Teen Den is located on the first floor of the Library, and houses our collection of YA fiction, graphic novels, manga, magazines, audio books and electronic games. This area is dedicated to teens only every day after 2 p.m. for socialization, homework, gaming, or simply hanging out. There is a TV with gaming systems that are free to use, an assortment of physical games and art materials, and of course, books for perusal. Please let us know if you have any recommendations for this space!

Blogs

TEENS: Spotlight on Teen Nonfiction
Posted on Wed, 09/23/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Teen (YA) nonfiction books can be found shelved in the Barrel Vault Room at the Ames Free Library along with general adult nonfiction. This collection is currently open for browsing.   Body Talk: 37...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: Brain Break: Baby Animals
Posted on Wed, 09/16/2020 - 10:30am by jblock
School starts tomorrow, even if it looks a little different that you might have been expecting even a week ago! With all these changes in the air, now’s a good time to take a few deep breaths and...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: Spotlight on author Patrick Ness
Posted on Wed, 09/09/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Patrick Ness is a British-American author, journalist, lecturer and screenwriter. Born in the United States, Mr. Ness moved to London and holds dual citizenship. He is best known for his books for...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: AFL Fortnite Tournament!
Posted on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 10:45am by jblock
Hey teens, have you ever wanted to compete against others in your favorite game?!  Well… on Saturday, September 5th, the Ames Free Library will host its first Fortnite Tournament! You and up to 99...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEEN: Spotlight on Science Fiction!
Posted on Wed, 08/26/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
The Sound of Stars by Alechia Dow Two years ago, a misunderstanding between the leaders of Earth and the invading Ilori resulted in the deaths of one-third of the world's population. Seventeen-year-...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen

AFL Teen Advisory Board

All AFL Teen Advisory Board meetings have been suspended until further notice.

Teens ages 12 to 18 can earn volunteer or community service hours by joining the AFL Teen Advisory Board and attending monthly meetings.

By joining the AFL Teen Advisory Board, teens can:

  • Help plan events and programs at the Library
  • Help choose Library materials
  • Promote Library awareness!

Meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00 - 5:00 PM in the Teen Den of the Main Library.

Drinks and snacks are served at all meetings!

If you have any questions about joining the AFL Teen Advisory Board, please call 508-238-2000 OR email: teens@amesfreelibrary.org.

Purchase Request

Is there a book, CD or DVD you would like us to add to our collection?  Let us know by filling out a purchase request.

 

Teens