Ames Free Library

"Where the Community Connects"

LIBRARY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

We are available by phone at 508-238-2000, Ext. 3, Monday - Saturday between 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.;

or email us at info@amesfreelibrary.org. 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 author Stephenie Meyer
Posted on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Stephenie Meyer is an American novelist. She is best known for her vampire romance series Twilight, which has sold over 100 million copies, with translations into 37 different languages. Read more...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: Virtual Escape Rooms for Teens
Posted on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Are you up for a challenge? Every two weeks, starting Monday, June 29, we will be posting links to virtual escape rooms for teens. If you think you think you have what it takes to escape give it a...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
Spotlight on: Pride Month
Posted on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots, and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: DIY fun
Posted on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 11:00am by jblock
Bored and need something to do? Feeling crafty but don't know where to start? Check out these 15 fun DIY projects you can complete at home this summer. These aren't your kiddie crafts, so be prepared...
Category: Youth Services, Category: Teen
TEENS: Spotlight on Adam Silvera
Posted on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 10:30am by jblock
Adam Silvera was born and raised in the Bronx. He is one of YA’s best own-voices authors. (“Own-voices authors” means people who live the experience of the marginalized communities about which they...
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