Teens

Jamerson STEAM October 2024 (540 x 350 px)

The J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library welcomes teen volunteers in our library to assist with a variety of tasks. Library volunteers are needed to help shelve library materials, assist in maintaining an attractive and pleasant atmosphere in the library, help prepare materials for circulation and assist with children’s programming through setup and clean up. Please read the Volunteer Policy to know the full range of things volunteers may do in the library.

Please download, fill out and return the Teen Volunteer (13 – 17 years old) application:

Because libraries do work with a wide variety of people, including vulnerable populations, the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library does have an application process that includes an interview, reference checks and training process. Teenagers are required to have an approval signature from a parent or guardian.

Please contact volunteer@jrjml.org if you have any questions or would like more information.

Jamerson STEAM Program
Date: Tuesday, October 1st
Time: 4:30 pm
October’s theme is “Mad Scientist Experiments!”. We will be doing some fun and educational crafts including glow-in-the-dark slime! All are welcome with the understanding that this program is for elementary and middle school-aged students.

Teen Crafts With MaKayla
Date: Tuesday, October 22
Time: 4:00 PM
Library Fairy MaKayla will work her magic and show you how to make Halloween-themed pony bead creations, snacks will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for teenagers.

After School Crafts with MaKayla
Date: October 24
Time: 4:00 pm
Join MaKayla in Pipe Cleaner-fest, using chenille stems and pony beads for Fall & Halloween inspired crafts! The Library will provide supplies and snacks.

Jamerson Teen Movie Night
Date: October 29
Time: 5:30 pm
Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, the Pumpkin King longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere! Movie is rated PG. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for teenagers. Snacks will be served.

Online Resources

Libby Ebooks & Audiobooks -- Read ebooks and digital magazines and listen to eaudiobooks on your mobile device, tablet, or computer with your library card. We offer a great collection for you to explore and find your next great read, Virginia Piedmont's Library 2 Go. Get the Libby app for iOS and Android devices.

Explora -- Explore hundreds of topics in thousands of magazines, encyclopedias, journals, and videos. EBSCO Explora is a great resource to find articles and information for school reports, projects, and more. Provided by the Library of VA.

Homework HelpNow -- Connect LIVE with a certified tutor, seven days a week between 2 and 11 pm, for assistance with assignments and research, including math, reading, writing, science, social studies, and more! Submit your papers to a tutor in the Writing Lab for constructive feedback or take practice exams and create your own flashcards to prepare for tests. Tutoring is available in English and Spanish.

Transparent Language -- Transparent Language Online offers in-depth, self-paced classes that focus on reading, writing, listening, and speaking over +140 languages. Courses include various Indigenous languages, ASL, and ESL/ELL materials in 34 languages. Provided by the Library of VA.

See all the great Jamerson Online Resources