Apply to be Hayward's next Youth Poet Laureate! 🎤

Do you live & breathe poetry? Teens ages 13 to 19 who reside or attend school within the city limits of Hayward are invited to apply to be considered for a two-year term as Hayward's next Youth Poet Laureate.

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Event Highlights

Teen Time: Make Your Own Magnetic Bookmarks

Wed, May 13, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Learn how to make your own magnetic bookmarks using basic supplies!

Teen Time: Craft Buffet

Wed, May 20, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Come make anything you want from our stash of craft supplies, including washi tape & stickers, paper, markers, brush pens, beads, & button-making supplies.

Teen Time: Paint a Picture Frame

Wed, May 27, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Paint a wooden picture frame to take home & keep! No registration required. All supplies provided, and all teens are welcome.

Recommended Reading

Teen Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Did you know that May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month? Check out these teen books by AANHPI authors!

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Regularly Scheduled Programs

Teen Center Homework Support

Tues - Thurs, various times • Downtown Library

In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens! Help is available in all subjects, and all tutors are strong in STEM subjects.

Drop-In Gaming

Wed, May 6, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. • Downtown Library

Stop by the Teen Room to play a board game, tabletop game, or Nintendo Switch games! We've got a selection of Switch games including Super Smash Bros, Mario Party, Overcooked, and more.

Uke Can Do It! Ukulele Strum Along

Saturday, May 16 • 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Downtown Library

Come join us for a monthly Ukulele Strum Along! Strummers of all ages and levels are welcome. Bring your own ukulele or check one out at the library!

LGBTQIA+ Youth Drop-In Space

Tuesday, May 26 • 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Downtown Library

A safe & affirming space to access resources, engage in learning activities, and build community! Join us for different activities once a month at the library.