Teens and tweens
Find digital resources, reading recommendations, leadership opportunities, and special programs for teens and tweens. Our Grants Pass and Illinois Valley branches include a dedicated room for teens, which we’ve stocked with specialized collections of young adult titles.
Related reading and more
Teen Bad Artists Club
Calling all artists, non-artists, and aspiring creatives! This summer, Josephine Community Library is hosting a free weekly Teen Bad Artists Club every Thursday from 5–7 pm at the Grants Pass branch starting June 13. Collect weekly stickers, listen to music, and make bad art with new friends in a welcoming environment.
Teen/Tween Book Boxes
Registrations is closed.
Each season, teens and tweens ages 10+ can sign up to receive an age-appropriate book box with one free book and an assortment of goodies to enjoy. There are a limited number of boxes available each time and priority may be given to teens and tweens who have not had a chance to participate in the program yet.
Young Willamette Writers
Young Willamette Writers is a free organization for middle school and high school students. They offer monthly workshops in-person and online with published authors, submissions to the Young Willamette Writers yearly journal, and opportunities to attend the Willamette Writers Conference.
Volunteer opportunities
Gain the skills and experience needed to boost resumes and college applications all while making friends at the library. Email us at info@josephinelibrary.org to fill out an application or for more information about volunteer opportunities for teens.