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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM


Address
2411 East Main Street
Bexley, OH 43209

Reference & Accounts(614) 231-2793
Kids & Teens(614) 231-2878

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Teens @ BPL


Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Teens who are either 12 or older or in grades 7-12 during the 2022-2023 school year can volunteer at the library! We need help pulling holds, assisting with programs and crafts, and shelving.

Interested teens should SUBMIT AN APPLICATION.

Already a Volunteer? Log In.

If you have any questions, email teen@bexleylibrary.org or call the youth department at 614-231-2878.

NEW TEEN FICTION!
GREAT STUFF FOR TEENS @ BPL
Mon, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross. Come ready to paint happy trees in a fun and relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided. Registration opens 3/1 and is required.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Meet teen fiction authors J.C. Peterson and Kristy Boyce. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Sat, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Bring the whole family and join us for Saturday morning cartoons. Watch some classics and enjoy some light snacks.

Thu, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Help the library and earn serivce hours! Once a month, teens in grades 6-12 work on a serivce project and in return will receive 1 hour of service credit.

Wed, Apr 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Youth ages 8-18 are invited to an afternoon of gaming fun at the library. Join us for video games, Pokemon, board games, card games, and more set up in the auditorium.

Thu, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Award winning comic creator Victor Dandridge, owner of U Cre-8 Comics, will challenge creators with exploring big stories through small spaces. Recommended for teens in grades 6-12.

Fri, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Tweens & teens are invited to join us to celebrate all things anime and manga. We'll have anime from Crunchyroll on the big screen, fan art & sketching supplies, & more. Cosplay is highly encouraged!

Tue, Apr 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Drexel Theatre
Join us for a night full of fun competition, laughter and prizes at the historic Drexel. Topics range from history and sports to special themes.

Tue, Apr 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium,BPL Virtual Programs
Celebrate the release of Karin Cecile Davidson's new collection, The Geography of First Kisses. Karin will read passages from her book and discuss the influences behind these stories of love & place.

Thu, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - BPL Virtual Programs,Bexley Library Auditorium
Lisa Goldsand will explore the effects of the apparel industry on climate change and show how we can make eco-friendly fashion choices that have both a local and global impact.

Fri, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
BPL Parking Lot
Stop by the BPL parking lot for some delicious food and live music from Capital University students! Music will be from 5:30-7 PM and the food trucks will be available from 5-7 PM.

Sun, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn art techniques that combine drawing, painting, and collage and design your own deck of Artist Trading Cards (ATCs). These workshops are led by local artist Abby Feinknopf. Registration required.

Wed, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Bonnets, berets, cloches, and pillboxes! Sarah-Grace Heller will discuss hat design and fashion trends with her extravagant collection of hats! Try some on to choose your favorite style.

Sun, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn art techniques that combine drawing, painting, and collage and design your own deck of Artist Trading Cards (ATCs). These workshops are led by local artist Abby Feinknopf. Registration required.

Mon, May 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Register for 1-on-1 resume help with our HR Specialist. In your 20-minute time slot, you will develop a top-notch resume. Click on the event or call 614-231-2793 to reserve your spot.

Wed, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Register for 1-on-1 resume help with our HR Specialist. In your 20-minute time slot, you will develop a top-notch resume. Click on the event or call 614-231-2793 to reserve your spot.

Fri, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Tweens & teens are invited to join us to celebrate all things anime and manga. We'll have anime from Crunchyroll on the big screen, fan art & sketching supplies, & more. Cosplay is highly encouraged!

Fri, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
BPL Parking Lot
Join us to celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Stop by BPL's parking lot for food trucks, cultural performances, and more! Thanks to our Bexley partners who made this event possible!

Sun, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Learn art techniques that combine drawing, painting, and collage and design your own deck of Artist Trading Cards (ATCs). These workshops are led by local artist Abby Feinknopf. Registration required.

Sat, May 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Bring the whole family and join us for Saturday morning cartoons. Watch some classics and enjoy some light snacks.

Mon, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Join us for the first "Stories of Exile" Reading Group with a discussion of On the Landing: Stories of Yenta Mash. Naomi Brenner from The Ohio State University will co-facilitate the book discussion.

Tue, May 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Drexel Theatre
Join us for a night full of fun competition, laughter and prizes at the historic Drexel. Topics range from history and sports to special themes.

Wed, May 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Youth ages 8-18 are invited to an afternoon of gaming fun at the library. Join us for video games, Pokemon, board games, card games, and more set up in the auditorium.

Thu, May 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Help the library and earn serivce hours! Once a month, teens in grades 6-12 work on a serivce project and in return will receive 1 hour of service credit.

Thu, May 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn more about the importance of Memorial Day from NVMM educators as they explore stories of Veteran experiences and share hands-on activities with artifacts featured in the Museum collection.

Wed, May 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross. Come ready to paint happy trees in a fun and relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided. Registration opens 5/1 and is required.
Registration opens Monday, May 1 2023 at 10:00am