Teens
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 (opens new tab) or the next book you want to read (opens new tab) 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 Niki, Head of Teen Services, at nbavar@somervillema.gov (opens new window).
*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 (opens new tab) and Hoopla (opens new tab) for ebooks.
Watch
All of our DVDs are on the second floor, but make sure to check out Kanopy (opens new tab) and Hoopla (opens new tab) for streaming options!
Listen
You can stream music on Hoopla (opens new tab) 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 (opens new tab), where you can check out board games, musical instruments, or even a Switch!
Updated November 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.