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October is TeenTober

A Month All About Teens!

Every October, libraries across the nation celebrate TeenTober, a special month dedicated to teens. It's a time to showcase teen services and highlight innovative ways to learn new skills, pursue their passions and have fun.

Join us as we celebrate with awesome programs, resources, recommended reads and more. From building new skills to exploring creative outlets or just hanging out with friends, there’s something for every teen at the Library!

Borrow Books, Music, Video Games & More

With your library card, you can enjoy everything from bestselling Young Adult novels to audiobooks, eBooks, graphic novels, manga, video games and more!

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Discover New Stories

Explore a wide range of digital books and audiobooks available for free with your library card! Access them anytime, anywhere, on your computer, tablet or phone.

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Read Graphic Novels

From comic book classics to popular manga titles, keep up with your favorite heroes through OverDrive and the Libby, by OverDrive app!

Video Game Controller

Check Out Video Games

Did you know you can borrow video games at your local library? Explore a wide selection of titles for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and more.

Girl listening to music

Stream Your Favorite Songs

Discover a world of music with Freegal Music! Stream unlimited tracks and music videos, plus download and keep five of your favorite songs each month.

TeenTober Programs & Events

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Frights, Camera, Action!
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Coconut Grove Branch
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo... more
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo Contest for a chance to win a sweet prize! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8695 or hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages.
Teen Library Advisory Committee
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
West Flagler Branch
Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and... more
Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. Today you will blast off into a galaxy of new information with a National Space Week celebration! Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8710 or muniasm@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
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No-Cook Cooking Class
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Naranja Branch
Put together delicious snacks that are sure to impress - no cooking required! Materials will be provided. For more information, contact the... more
Put together delicious snacks that are sure to impress - no cooking required! Materials will be provided. For more information, contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
Frights, Camera, Action!
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Coconut Grove Branch
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo... more
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo Contest for a chance to win a sweet prize! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8695 or hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages.
All Hands on Tech
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Naranja Branch
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the... more
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Frights, Camera, Action!
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Coconut Grove Branch
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo... more
Come dressed in your favorite costume, then strike a spooky pose and snap a picture in our frightfully fun backdrop. Enter our Costume Photo Contest for a chance to win a sweet prize! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8695 or hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages.
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O Cinema Presents: OCVR
Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Pinecrest Branch
Virtual reality has the potential to challenge our perceptions and expand our understanding of the world. O Cinema has harnessed this... more
Virtual reality has the potential to challenge our perceptions and expand our understanding of the world. O Cinema has harnessed this technology for an immersive storytelling experience held in your childhood bedroom and even outer space. Made possible by the Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation through the Pérez CreARTE Grant Program. For more information, contact the branch at 305-668-4571 or booke@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Blackout Poetry
Wed, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Miami Springs Branch
Black out words with a marker on existing pages of text to create your very own poem, then embellish it to make a displayable work of art.... more
Black out words with a marker on existing pages of text to create your very own poem, then embellish it to make a displayable work of art. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Vibes & Voices
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Country Walk Branch
Got something to say or show? Celebrate TeenTober with an open mic just for teens! Share your thoughts, feelings, and talents whether through... more
Got something to say or show? Celebrate TeenTober with an open mic just for teens! Share your thoughts, feelings, and talents whether through spoken word, song, movement, or any other form of expression. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or email imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
Anime & Manga Takeover
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arcola Lakes Branch
Calling all superfans! This is your space to geek out, create and connect over anime and manga. We're turning the library into your ultimate... more
Calling all superfans! This is your space to geek out, create and connect over anime and manga. We're turning the library into your ultimate fandom hub. For more information, contact 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+
NextGen Miami Journalism Project
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch
In this teen-led workshop, young participants will learn the basics of reporting, observing, interviewing, and writing. Through interactive... more
In this teen-led workshop, young participants will learn the basics of reporting, observing, interviewing, and writing. Through interactive activities, participants will produce a short "news story" inspired by events or people in their local community. Presented by members of the Teen Library Advisory Committee for tween participants. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.
Teen Library Advisory Committee
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Palmetto Bay Branch
Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and... more
Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
Chess & Domino Club
Wed, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sunset Branch
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about... more
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
TeenTober Takeover : Sketch & Guess Mayhem
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendale Lakes Branch
Think you can draw? Think again! In this TeenTober Takeover game mash-up, your quick sketches will be passed along, guessed at, and... more
Think you can draw? Think again! In this TeenTober Takeover game mash-up, your quick sketches will be passed along, guessed at, and transformed in ways you never saw coming. It's part Pictionary, part Garthic Phone, and all laughs. No art skills needed--just a sense of humor and a willingness to see your masterpiece turn into a total mystery. For more information contact the branch at 305-388-0326 or jacobsonf@mdpls.org. Ages 13-19 yrs.
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Unleash Your Creativity

Experience hands-on activities in 3D design, video production, painting, robotics and more at our Library maker spaces.

YOUmedia Miami

YOUmedia Miami teaches teens how use technology to tell stories and engage with the world around them in powerful ways, building upon the role libraries play as places of innovation and exploration.

YOUmake Miami

Let your creativity take the lead at the Library's YOUmake Miami. Our maker spaces provide a space to learn, invent, create and improve your skills in 3D design, video production, painting, robotics and much more!

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Level Up Your Education

From homework help to college exam prep, scholarship resources and more, the Library can help you achieve your academic goals.

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Homework Help & Tutoring Program

Our Homework Help & Tutoring Program offers free tutoring by certified teachers in reading, math and science to all K-12 students residing in Miami-Dade County.

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College & Career Prep

Explore a wide range of college prep resources – from books on scholarships and admissions to trusted websites and databases offering test prep, financial aid guidance and career planning tools.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Help make a difference. Discover meaningful ways to give back and fulfill your high school community service hours requirement by volunteering at the Library or with local organizations.