TeenHQ: Teen Center
Be You at TeenHQ. TeenHQ is the teen center headquarters located at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library in downtown San José. It is a place designed exclusively for teens in middle and high school.
This teen dream hub provides the best environment for innovation to flourish. At TeenHQ, you can be you!

Contact
Manager
Megan Maloy
megan.maloy@sjlibrary.org
Hours
Reading Room and Collections:
(See hours for specific features below)
Monday | 10 AM - 8 PM |
Tuesday | 10 AM - 8 PM |
Wednesday | 10 AM - 8 PM |
Thursday | 10 AM - 8 PM |
Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Saturday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Sunday | 1 PM - 6 PM |
Teachers and Educators: request a Class Visit for your middle and high school students to TeenHQ.
Features
TeenHQ Gamer Lounge
Hang out with your friends and play some video games.
TeenHQ Makerspace
A space for Middle and High School students to explore creative possibilities through library-led programming.
TeenHQ Recording Studio
Private recording booth and mixing boards where music can be produced, recorded, edited and saved.
New Events
Make, create, build, and more at TeenHQ.
Find Your Next Read
Our Librarians have created these lists for teens and pre-teens.
Book list
SJPL Picks: Trans Visibility - Teen Reads
This list of titles for teens highlights characters and lived experiences of people with identities that fall on the transgender spectrum.
SJPL Picks: YA Books About Prom
Dreaming of prom-posals, themes & tulle? Dive into these YA reads full of glitter, nerves & prom drama—picked by SJPL Librarians!
SJPL Picks: YA Books with Male Protagonists
Only 22% of YA titles feature a male protagonist. If you've been craving a book with a male lead, this list is for you.
SJPL Picks: Test Prep & Study Guides for High School
Here’s a list of test prep and study guides to help you crush your exams and school assignments.
New Blogs
Discover the latest for teens and pre-teens.
Celebrate Father’s Day with SJPL
"Happy Father's Day!" text, blue sky, green grass, dads with kids playing and smiling together in a cheerful outdoor scene.
Why You Should Consider Visiting Me! by Gerald G. Giraffe
Gerald Giraffe is inviting YOU to come see the fun new events happening at Cambrian Library!
Summer Learning: Read With Pride
Summer Learning is moving forward and we've got a list to help inspire your reading and learning this summer.
Books Into Movies 2025!
Spoiler Alert! Check out these book selections that will be made into movies and miniseries within the next year!
Celebrate Father’s Day with SJPL
"Happy Father's Day!" text, blue sky, green grass, dads with kids playing and smiling together in a cheerful outdoor scene.
Why You Should Consider Visiting Me! by Gerald G. Giraffe
Gerald Giraffe is inviting YOU to come see the fun new events happening at Cambrian Library!
Summer Learning: Read With Pride
Summer Learning is moving forward and we've got a list to help inspire your reading and learning this summer.
Books Into Movies 2025!
Spoiler Alert! Check out these book selections that will be made into movies and miniseries within the next year!