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TeenHQ: Teen Center

This teen dream hub provides the best environment for innovation to flourish. At TeenHQ, you can be you!

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SJ Engage: Teens Take Action

Local youth ages 13-24: Empower. Act. Make a Difference.

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Teens Reach: Community Service

Youth council for the San José Public Library, providing a key way for young adults to build their leadership skills and become library advisors and advocates.

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Homework Help - Online Resources

Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.

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Events for Teens

Fun and educational events and community service activities for pre-teens (ages 10-12) and teens (ages 12-18).

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Teen Reads

Book and media recommendations for teens.

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SJ Aspires

Providing San Jose’s students with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve their academic or career goals.

Latest Blogs

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¿Sabías que el Día de las Madres…? Se celebra en distintos días en Latinoamérica

El Día de las Madres, es un día en especial para honrar el amor por nuestras madres y éste se celebra en diferentes fechas en Latinoamérica.

Marcela Munoz
05/08/2021 - 9:30 AM

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Happy Pride from SJPL

June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! The crowds might not be the same, but we can finally be with our chosen families again this year. How will you choose to celebrate Pride?

Michelle Clark
05/07/2021 - 12:00 PM

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YA Friday: For Fans of Shadow and Bone

These works of fantasy with plenty of world-building, battles between good and evil, and impossible heists will satisfy teen fans of Shadow and Bone.

Megan Maloy
05/07/2021 - 9:00 AM

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