teen services
Programming & Events
Teen Services at the Gretna Public Library are designed for young adults in 6-12th grade. Although registration is sometimes required, a library card is never required for any programming, so you’re welcome (and encouraged!) to bring along a friend.
Click through to learn more or register for a program, or press the button below to make a suggestion.
Teen Advisory Board
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of volunteers who work to make the library better. Members offer suggestions; propose, trial, and volunteer at programs; work on library décor; enjoy delicious free pizza; pet dogs; play games; and more! Joining TAB is a great way to make a difference in the community by keeping the library relevant to what Gretna teens want and need (and it looks pretty good on a résumé).
Students in 6-12th grade may apply to be a member with guardian permission.
Next meeting: Monday, April 1 from 4-5pm
Not sure if TAB is for you? Drop by on one of our scheduled dates and see what it’s like before you commit. We’d love to have you!
New Materials
Teen Resources
Books Unbanned
The following public libraries issue free digital library cards to young adults living in the US.
- Boston Public Library (ages 13-26)
- Brooklyn Public Library (ages 13-21)
- New York Public Library’s Teen Banned Book Club
- San Diego Public Library (ages 12-26)
- Seattle Public Library (ages 13-26)
Homework Help & SAT Prep
Mental Health & Growing Up
I’m bored!
- Google Arts & Culture
- Explore the size of space
- Venture beneath the sea
- Stream something new with Kanopy*
* Accessing these resources requires a Gretna Public Library card.
^ Accessing these resources requires a valid Nebraska driver’s license number or a code from the library.
Meet the Teen Librarian
Heba (she/her or they/them) is an avid ice cream, Percy Jackson, and cat enthusiast. Their favorite book series is The Queen’s Thief by Megan Whalen Turner.
You can hear Heba pronounce their name over here.