Scheduled activities
Upcoming programs and activities for teens
Volunteer and community service hours
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and Maker Group |
| Help us shape the programs and services offered in the library! Teen Advisory Group (TAG) members work on projects that are always different as the work is often based on members' interests. Some of the work we've done in the past include literary projects, such as book displays, contests and reviews, and we also have a Maker Group that focuses on emerging technologies. Teens are welcome to join both groups to maximize volunteer hour potential. Meetings happen twice a month on Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Volunteers must be between 13-18 years old. |
Reading Buddies volunteer mentor |
| Help a young reader develop an interest in books and literature! You will work one-on-one with your Reading Buddy as you engage and motivate them to read. You will develop mentoring skills, and make a positive difference in your community. Volunteers must be 14 years or older. Both teen and adult volunteers are welcome. |
Chess in the library volunteer |
| Love playing chess? Want to help new players learn the rules, and give experienced players a challenging game? Volunteer to oversee this weekly program at the library on Saturday afternoons. Chess in the library runs every Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers must be between 13 to 18 years old. Chess in the Library at the Newmarket Public Library is a part of the Chess in the Library organization whose mission is to promote chess across Canada through its student volunteer-run program. For more information, visit the Chess in the Library website.
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Volunteer in the community |
| There are lots of volunteer jobs in Newmarket and York Region. Our YorkInfo department maintains a database of current opportunities in a wide variety of fields. Search the database yourself or call us if you require assistance. To begin, visit York Info's volunteer job opportunities database and start searching. |
Teens' online library
We have many online resources for teens. Here you can find answers to your questions, help with assignments, as well as eBooks, eAudiobooks and more. For even more online resources, please visit our general online library page
Books and authors |
Novelist K-8 PlusKids and teens can find book and author recommendations using Novelist K-8 Plus. Find the right fiction or non-fiction book for your reading level and interests. It includes reading lists and reading suggestions. Older readers can look to Novelist Plus. Something About the AuthorSomething About the Author has great information about the lives and works of authors of books for children and teens. |
eAudiobooks |
OverDriveOverDrive offers a selection of fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudiobooks for all ages, including picture books, read-along books, video, graphic novels and comics. Download on your computer or mobile device anywhere in the world. HooplaHoopla gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, eAudiobooks, eBooks, music, graphic novels, manga and comics. Kids can use the kid-friendly setting to find what they want. Stream or download titles to your computer or mobile device with Hoopla. EBSCO eAudiobooksYou can access EBSCO audiobooks for a large collection of fiction and non-fiction digital audiobooks for all ages. You can browse by category or selecting a specific category. Download to listen on your computer or mobile device. (Audiobooks must be checked out through the website before they are available in the mobile app.) Help is available on the EBSCO audiobooks help page. |
eBooks |
OverDriveOverDrive offers a selection of fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudiobooks for all ages, including picture books, read-along books, video, graphic novels and comics. Download on your computer or mobile device anywhere in the world. HooplaHoopla gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, eAudiobooks, eBooks, music, graphic novels, manga and comics. Kids can use the kid-friendly setting to find what they want. Stream or download titles to your computer or mobile device with Hoopla. EBSCO eBooksYou can access EBSCO eBooks is a collection of fiction and non-fiction for all ages. You can browse for eBooks by category, or by searching for a title. Download to read on your computer or mobile device. Help is available in the EBSCO eBooks User Guide. Mabiblio NumériqueMaBiblio Numérique vous présentes un grosse sélection de livrels en français pour tous les âges. Choisi les livrels sur beaucoup de sujets et genres en fiction et non-fiction. Télécharges les livrels de Mabiblio Numérique en utilisant votre ordinateur ou votre appareil mobile en français. Mabiblio Numérique offers fiction and non-fiction eBooks in French for all ages. Choose eBooks on many subjects and genres. Download eBooks from Mabiblio Numérique on your computer or mobile device in English. |
eComics |
ComicsPlus Library EditionAccess ComicsPlus to read thousands of digital graphic novels, comics and manga for all ages anytime and anywhere. You can search for specific titles, or browse all the books by age, categories, publisher or title. Download on your computer or mobile device. (When choosing your library in the mobile app, choose "York Simcoe Library Consortia".) Note: The same login is used for ComicsPlus, Zinio, Instantflix, and Law Depot. OverdriveOverDrive offers a selection of fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudiobooks for all ages, including picture books, read-along books, video, graphic novels and comics. Download on your computer or mobile device anywhere in the world. HooplaHoopla gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, eAudiobooks, eBooks, music, graphic novels, manga and comics. Kids can use the kid-friendly setting to find what they want. Stream or download titles to your computer or mobile device with Hoopla. |
eLearning |
Mango LanguagesLearn a new language with Mango Languages. Create your profile using your library card and choose from over 70 languages including English as a Second Language (ESL). Using the Mango lessons and real world conversations, you listen and speak and get instant feedback that builds confidence. Mango tracks your activity and has helpful support. Learn using your computer or mobile device. |
eMagazines |
Zinio for LibrariesGet full-color digital magazines from Zinio for libraries anytime, anywhere. Collection includes new and backlist titles. Every download is yours to keep, they never expire. There are no holds, no checkout periods, and no limit on the number of magazines you can check out. Read on your computer or mobile device. Note: The same login is used for ComicsPlus, Zinio for libraries, Instantflix, and Law Depot. |
eMusic |
FreegalDownload free music with Freegal, a free music service with over ten million songs and thousands of music videos for all ages from around the world. Find songs by artist name, album title or song title. Find music for kids in the genre "Children's Music". You get five downloads each week - songs count as one download, videos count as two downloads - and you can stream up to 3 hours of music each day. Every download is yours to keep, they never expire. Stream or download on your computer or mobile device. HooplaHoopla gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, eAudiobooks, eBooks, music, graphic novels, manga and comics. Kids can use the kid-friendly setting to find what they want. Stream or download titles to your computer or mobile device with Hoopla. |
eResearch |
World Book OnlineWorld Book Online is a great source of information for all ages doing research, homework or projects. You will find articles, biographies, stories, interactive maps, images, audio clips and video clips, as well as games and recommended websites. Teachers will find education tools. French and Spanish versions of World Book for Kids are also available. Content updates are frequent. Available on your computer or mobile device. Available World Book products: Britannica LibraryBritannica Library is a great resource for all ages doing research, homework or projects. Find articles, interactive maps, ebooks, images, audio clips, video clips and recommended web sites. You can choose your reading level, and you can also find help with planning your research project, report, presentation or review. Available on your computer or mobile device. Canadian Points of View Reference CentreLearn more about issues and events with Canadian Points of View Reference Centre through essays, books, video, magazine and newspaper articles. You will also find guides to developing arguments, writing position papers and debating. Ancestry Library EditionInvestigate your family history with the popular genealogy resource Ancestry Library Edition. This resource is available in the library only. Career CruisingExplore careers with Career Cruising. This is a useful guidance tool for those who want to research different careers. Create a MyPlan account and take quizzes to get career recommendations and much more. Use the MyPlan tool to:
Britannica Image QuestBritannica Image Quest includes over three million images cleared for educational and non-commercial use. You will find photos, illustrations and clip art, which you can store and organize. Available on your computer or mobile device. |
eVideo |
HooplaHoopla gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, eAudiobooks, eBooks, music, graphic novels, manga and comics. Kids can use the kid-friendly setting to find what they want. Stream or download titles to your computer or mobile device with Hoopla. |
Summer reading club
Join the TD Summer Reading Club for teens aged 13-18 years who would like to read, get free books, and earn ballots for prize draws!
Starting on Saturday, June 17th you can sign up to join the club by setting a reading goal for the summer. Each book you read earns you a ballot for the prize draws at the end of the summer.
Visit the TD Summer Reading Club website for book suggestions, games, activities, and more.