Teen Department

Teen Department

 

A wide variety of services are available through the Teen Services Department to help students in Grades 7-12 meet their unique educational, informational, and recreational needs. Materials, including fiction and nonfiction books, graphic novels and manga, movies, and audiobooks are selected specifically for teens.

Mocktails and Masterpieces for Ages 15 and up

Tuesday, June 23rd at 4:00pm

Bring out your inner artist and learn to paint a summer canvas painting while sipping on delicious handmade mocktails. Register in person or call (914) 939-6710 ext. 103.

“Read, White, and Blue,” Adult & Teen Summer Reading Bingo at the Library

Summer reading isn’t just for kids! The library is excited to announce the “Read, White, and Blue “Summer Reading Bingo, a fun reading challenge designed specifically for teens and adults.

The program runs from June 22 through August 28 and invites participants to explore books, complete reading prompts, and enjoy a playful bingo-style challenge throughout the summer.

All participants will receive a special gift upon registration. Those who complete the entire bingo board will earn a completion prize as well as an entry into a raffle drawing for additional rewards.

Raffle winners will be notified after September 5. Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize.

Join us this summer and make reading part of your celebration of the season!

Please register at the library. For more information, call 914-939-6710 ext. 103

Celebrate Summer & Library Open House for Adults, Teens, and Children 

The library will be hosting an open house for our community on Monday, June 29th to celebrate summer.

1:00-6:30 PMTake a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Bring your gently used puzzles to exchange. Please, no missing pieces.

4:00-6:00 PM: Food Truck, DJ, and Balloon Animals!

  • Stop by the library and treat yourself to delicious food from The Blind Rhino food truck! *A percentage of the proceeds will go to the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library*
  • Listen to your favorite tunes at the library!
  • Drop by to read, play, and receive a balloon animal!

6:00 PM: Movie: The Wild Robot

Lotus Flower Lantern Craft for Adults and Teens

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:0opm

Join us at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library to create your very own beautiful lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wireframes, all while learning about Korea’s Lantern Festival.  This program is presented by the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project.  Signup in person or call the Library at (914)939-6710 x 103.

Destination College Series guides students through every stage of the college journey, helping them build confidence, clarity, and a personalized plan for life after high school. Events take place on Mondays at 7pm and take place online. The program runs from January 12th, 2026, to August 24th, 2026. For more information, please call 914-422-1400 or visit HERE.

Tutor.com offers live online chat and email support for learners of all ages. You can check a homework question, send in an essay for review, prepare for a test, and even have a cover letter or resumé checked. Hay tutores que hablan español.

HSE Connect helps teens and adults get their high school equivalency diploma. Attend an information session to learn about the three paths to a diploma and the resources for study – from local classes to online courses.

More information is available here.

Email outreach@wlsmail.org or call 914-231-3264.

New York State DMV Practice Tests offers free New York State Driver Permit practice tests and driver handbooks. Use to study for your license or get a refresher on the rules of the road.

¿Habla español? Vaya al sitio web y selecciona la pestaña “en español” a la derecha para estudiar para el examen de manejo.

University of Fashion gives you expert-led video tutorials that guide you in applying creative and critical thinking skills to fashion design, pattern making, and practical sewing projects. Note: A library card is required for home access.