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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!

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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.

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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!
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Sticky Note Art Gallery
Fri, Oct 17, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Miami Springs Branch
Help us create an art gallery all month long! Create a sticky note masterpiece and add it to our collection. What can you create in a tiny... more
Help us create an art gallery all month long! Create a sticky note masterpiece and add it to our collection. What can you create in a tiny space? For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Frights, Camera, Action!
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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.
World War II Food Trivia for Teens
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Culmer/Overtown Branch
Take your taste buds on a trip back in time with this interactive trivia presentation about famous foods of World War II. Learn how... more
Take your taste buds on a trip back in time with this interactive trivia presentation about famous foods of World War II. Learn how rationing, ingenuity and the war shaped what people ate and the impact it had on the way we snack today. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-579-5322 or darbeaul@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
Build Your Deck, Save the Day! - A DC Comics Deck-Building Hour
Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Miami Springs Branch
Unleash your inner hero or villain in this fast-paced DC Comics Deck-Building game! Choose your favorite characters, build powerful decks and... more
Unleash your inner hero or villain in this fast-paced DC Comics Deck-Building game! Choose your favorite characters, build powerful decks and strategize to defeat your challengers. Perfect for fans of strategy games and comic book enthusiasts. No experience necessary, just bring your love for the DC Universe! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
Open Mic & Talent Showcase - Celebrating TeenTober
Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Coral Reef Branch
Got a talent to share? Whether it's singing, poetry, stand-up comedy, or something totally unique, the mic is yours. Or come cheer on your... more
Got a talent to share? Whether it's singing, poetry, stand-up comedy, or something totally unique, the mic is yours. Or come cheer on your friends and enjoy an afternoon of teen talent. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Teen Library Advisory Committee
Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Coral Reef 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 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Coral Reef Branch
Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our... more
Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Frights, Camera, Action!
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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.
The Fantasmic World of Harry Potter
Sat, Oct 18, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Coral Reef Branch
Enjoy a magical celebration for Harry Potter! Wear your best Hogwarts attire and participate in a sorting hat ceremony, make your own wand... more
Enjoy a magical celebration for Harry Potter! Wear your best Hogwarts attire and participate in a sorting hat ceremony, make your own wand and be joined by special guests. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. All ages.
Easy FX Makeup Demo
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Doral Branch
Gain makeup skills that will transform you into an Instagram star, a cosplay favorite or the talk of family get togethers. Create special... more
Gain makeup skills that will transform you into an Instagram star, a cosplay favorite or the talk of family get togethers. Create special effects such as bruises, cuts, and scrapes using rice, cotton and other household items. Registration is required. Presented by My Fab Events. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-716-9598 or blancom@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hispanic Branch - Meeting Room A
Join us and show off your video gaming talents in a friendly competition of Super Smash Bros. Come play or watch your favorite characters... more
Join us and show off your video gaming talents in a friendly competition of Super Smash Bros. Come play or watch your favorite characters duke it out for the championship! For more information contact the branch at brodermannn@mdpls.org or call (305) 643-8574. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Use Your Voice - Workshop for Teens
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Coral Reef Branch
Learn to express yourself and discover the power of your voice in a fun, interactive workshop with local TV and film professional Mauriett... more
Learn to express yourself and discover the power of your voice in a fun, interactive workshop with local TV and film professional Mauriett Chayeb-Mendez! After facing childhood bullying, Mauriett found her confidence through voice acting for animated series and anime films that stream worldwide. Hear her inspiring story and take part in a mini vocal lesson that will help you find your own unique voice! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 7-18 yrs.
It's Alive! - D&D Character Building
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Concord Branch
Unleash your inner mad scientist and bring a new character to life ? piece by piece! Create characters with distinct traits and lavish back... more
Unleash your inner mad scientist and bring a new character to life ? piece by piece! Create characters with distinct traits and lavish back stories for tabletop role playing. Perfect for Dungeons & Dragons veterans and rookies alike, this workshop encourages literacy, storytelling and world building! This session wraps up with an in-character Q&A so you can take your new, fleshed out character for a spin! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-207-1344 or meyerm@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Chess Club
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Coral Reef Branch
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more... more
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+
Miami MoCAAD VR & Documentary Experience
Sat, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
West Flagler Branch
Join the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora (Miami MoCAAD) for a cutting-edge Virtual Reality exhibition bringing art... more
Join the Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora (Miami MoCAAD) for a cutting-edge Virtual Reality exhibition bringing art to life in a immersive digital world. Afterwards, presenting the stories behind the artwork in a 30-minute documentary into four extraordinary artists across the African Diaspora. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8710 or muniasm@mpdls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
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