All youth between the ages of 13 and 18 are welcome to the Teen Room, regardless of gender, sexuality, race, ability, or immigration status. The Teen Room is just for you*.

We can help you find what you're looking for, whether it's resources for a school project or the next book you want to read for fun. And every month, we host special programs and events for teens. Come see us!

You can reach the Teen Room by calling 617-623-5000 x2936. Want to email a staff member? Reach out to Kyle Coston, Teen Librarian, at kcoston@somervillema.gov

*Everyone is welcome to browse the collection and look for specific materials, but teens and their guests are given priority for seating and computers in the Teen Room.

READ, WATCH, LISTEN, & MORE:

Read: We have novels, graphic novels, comic books, and manga, all in the teen room on the ground floor! Nonfiction is in the 3rd floor mezzanine with adult books. Make sure to check out Libby and Hoopla for ebooks.

Watch: All of our DVDs are on the second floor, but make sure to check out Kanopy and Hoopla for streaming options!

Listen: You can stream music on Hoopla or check out CDs from the second floor. We also have lots of audiobooks on the second floor, free to check out if you have a library card!

More: We’ve got video games for Nintendo, Switch, PS4, PS5, and Xbox all in the teen room on the ground floor. 

Need to use a computer? We have desktop PCs, Chromebooks, and free printing in the teen room! 

Don’t forget about our Library of Things, where you can check out board games, musical instruments, or even a Switch!

Updated March 2025

For text updates about the Teen Room's new books, events, and local paid opportunities for teens, text "@splremind" to 81010, or click the "Join Class" link below to be added.