CLPVD supports teens in their personal, professional, and academic goals.
Each library offers a vibrant collection of both physical and digital materials including audiobooks, graphic novels, manga, TV shows, music, magazines, video games, and take home kits. There are also resources to assist with test prep, research tasks, college preparedness, and career development.
Several locations have dedicated teen spaces in their buildings, and many provide volunteer opportunities or internships through community partners. Teens can enjoy a wide variety of programs as well that involve art, games, technology, study sessions, support groups, and much more!
Reach out to your librarian to learn more!
Teen Featured Events
Maker Marketplace: Spring 2023
Rochambeau Library - Patio 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesWHAT IS THE MAKER MARKETPLACE? The Maker Marketplace, is a maker-centered marketplace for the whole family. It’s an opportunity for the community to support local businesses by buying hand-crafted goods […]
Chess Club
Rochambeau Library - Studio 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesThe Chess Club is open to teens and adults. There is no instructor, just a group of people getting together to play and learn from each other. It meets at […]
Video Game Club
Knight Memorial Library - Conference Room 275 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us at the library for an hour of Nintendo Switch Gaming! Let your competitive side shine as we play games like Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, and Overcooked. Feel free […]
Youth & Family Yoga
Wanskuck Library - Community Room 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us each Monday afternoon for open yoga led by Ms. Denise - this session is designed for youth & families. Mats are provided, or bring your own!
Move It Mondays!
Washington Park Library - Outside 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United StatesDue to the ever changing weather, we are MOVING our Monday program from Pickleball to MOVE IT MONDAYS! Some weeks, it may still be pickleball, others it may be indoor dancing, yoga, jumping jacks, who knows?!? Join us every week to find out what's in store for you!
Tweens RULE
Wanskuck - Auditorium 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United StatesEach Tuesday from 3-4 p.m. tweens are invited to hang out with us to talk about Respect, Understanding, Leadership and Empathy. Lively discussion with activities will support and empower day […]
Queer Umbrella Class
Washington Park Library - MakerSpace 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us for our weekly program! The Queer Umbrella is a supportive and informative class open to ages 13 and up. Teens can connect over queer history, art, community resources […]
Mindful Yoga in the Park
Roger Williams Park Japanese Garden Providence, RI, United StatesThese special Yoga sessions will focus on gently and lovingly balancing our minds, bodies, & breath. We will explore gentle movement through physical poses, slow flow Vinyasa, stretches, breathing exercises, […]
Chess Club
Rochambeau Library - Studio 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United StatesThe Chess Club is open to teens and adults. There is no instructor, just a group of people getting together to play and learn from each other. It meets at […]
Teen Advisory Board
Knight Memorial Library - Conference Room 275 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, United StatesWe need YOU! Do you want to make a difference? Do you need service hours for school? Why not do both at the same time? We want YOUR input about […]
Wii Wednesday!
Washington Park Library - Children’s Area 1316 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us for some Wii fun! Every Wednesday, after school come play Wii games with us. Challenge your library friends to some Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Just Dance and more! […]
Wanskuck Anime Club
Wanskuck Library - Community Room 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us as we explore different animes, and discuss them as a group! We are currently watching spy x family, but when we finish a season we vote as a […]