Teens

Welcome to the Teen Page!

The library’s Young Adult Room is intended for use by teens in grades 7-12.  Its purpose is to centralize the resources, events, programs, tools and information you need, while also providing a safe, welcoming space that is uniquely yours.  It is a place to get the things you need and it’s a place to show off your work.  It’s a place to socialize or to find solitude.  And we do take suggestions, so if there is something you’d like to see the teen room do or have please contact Meg, the Teen Librarian and she will do everything she can to make it happen.  Info below.

Contact Meg: 508-457-2555 ext. 2965  /   mkrohn@falmouthpubliclibrary.org   You can also TEXT US:  833-209-9922

NEWS

Applications are now available for scholarship aid from the Henry Herbert Smythe Trust. The
total amount of the award this year is $54,400. The committee awards multiple scholarships
each year.
The application deadline is FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 by 12:00 P.M. All supporting
documents must be submitted by that date in order for the application to be considered.

       Decisions will be announced by June 30, 2023.

Download the application here:  2023 Smythe Application

More information / news release here:  Smythe New Release 2023

UPCOMING EVENTS

Discover Your Power Animal!

Wednesday May 24th /  3:30- 5:00

Did you know animals have wisdom to share with us?
 In this workshop, facilitated by Deb Avery, we will learn what power animals are and how they both relate, and are distinct from, spirit animals and animal totems.  Participants will be invited to begin the journey of discovering their own personal power animal.
If you’re looking to learn about guidance and support available to you when you connect to the animal kingdom, this workshop is for you! Come explore the animal oracle decks available during this workshop to receive insights about yourself, your relationships or any questions you may have.
There will be art supplies available to explore a creative expression of your personal power animal AND snacks.
This event is Wednesday May 24th at 3:30 PM
This is a teen event.

ONGOING EVENT:   Teen Visual Art Exhibit 

Cape Cod teens are invited to submit visual artwork in any medium (photography, painting, drawing, collage, digital art etc.) to be displayed in the YA room at the Falmouth Public Library.

If you are able to lend us your work framed or otherwise ready to hang, that’s great.  However, if you don’t have a frame, or you need a little help making your art gallery-ready, don’t worry – we can help you! 

To submit work / ask questions, email the teen librarian, Meg Krohn at mkrohn@falmouthpubliclibrary.org

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What are we missing?  Is there something (anything – book/ game / object/ class) that you think we should have or offer here at FPL?  Let us know by filling out this super short form:  New Item Request Form

Follow us Instagram – @falmouthya   **** Don’t forget to tag us in any sewing project or library craft you create!  We love to see your work!

Check our calendar to see what else is happening soon and to sign up. Teens are welcome at any of our adult events as well.

If you have ideas or suggestions for events, classes or activities, email our Teen Librarian, Meg Krohn at mkrohn@falmouthpubliclibrary.org

Books and Things! 

The YA Room has a large & diverse collection, including:

  • General fiction (including mysteries, sci-fi, LGBTQAI + & more!)
  • Graphic novels, anime, & manga
  • Poetry
  • Magazines, including Game Informer, Kolaj, MAD and Otaku USA.
  • Non-fiction (There is a great range of fantastically interesting stuff here – “nonfiction” sounds much duller than our selection actually is.)
  • A “Library of Things” available to be borrowed, including Chromebooks, hot spots, a sewing machine and a microscope.
  • Thousands of e-books and e-audios through the CLAMS Digital Catalog.  Download the Libby App to easily borrow audiobooks and e-books on your phone.

Contact Meg: 508-457-2555 ext. 2965  /   mkrohn@falmouthpubliclibrary.org   You can also TEXT US:  833-209-9922