Teens at Martin Library

09/01/2026

You are cordially invited to come celebrate the 8th annual Cultural Jam at Martin Library from 6:00-8:00pm, Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The Cultural Jam celebrates unity and community through food, music, art, dance, karaoke and so much more. This is a free community event. All are welcomed. Children eleven years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

08/27/2026

05/22/2026

Register for SummerQuest in 4 easy steps!
1. Get a library card!
2. Log into Beanstack!
3. Click the "Discover" tab and join the SummerQuest challenge!
4. Wait until June 1st to pick up your registration packet at the library and begin logging!

03/10/2026

Attention, teens! Save the date for April 16! A morning of refreshments and a stimulating conversation with a renowned author await you at this year's Part of the Story event. Engage in enjoyable small-group activities and discussions followed by lunch provided by the library. In the afternoon, Lamar Advertising will host a session on raising community awareness about important topics discussed earlier. Teens will then work together to create innovative billboard designs, with one group's creation selected to be displayed across York County. Don't forget to secure your spot by registering before April 2nd at https://bit.ly/40d09ow. For more details, visit https://bit.ly/46F6r3L .

02/27/2026

Teens aged 12-18 from York County, PA are invited to submit artwork for a juried exhibit! Entry deadline is April 10, 2026; selected artists will be notified by April 17.

Your art should reflect the theme “Building Community, Making Connections.” For details, visit our website at https://bit.ly/4kVI33T .

🎨 Analog and digital art, as well as 2-D and 3-D art is welcome! We will not accept reproductions, copyrighted, or trademarked images, nor pieces generated using AI (Artificial Intelligence).
🎨 Artwork will be reviewed and selected for the exhibit. We strongly encourage all selected artists, art teachers, friends, and family to attend the Opening Reception on May 1st from 5 to 7pm. Prizes will be awarded on May 1st during the Opening Reception.

Official rules, entry form, and key dates are on our website at link in bio! https://bit.ly/4kVI33T

02/27/2026

✨Registration is now open!✨ Join us Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 9am–2pm at Martin Library for this year's "Part of the Story" teen event, a day and informs and amplifies teens' voices about real issues affecting teens.

The topic for 2026, chosen by prior-year teens, is "Building Community and Making Connections."

Our Featured Author is Ben Philippe, author of the award-winning book "The Field Guide to the North American Teenager." Part of the Story attendees get a free signed copy of the book, so register now!

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4r1Sd4l

The registration window closes Thursday, April 2.

02/12/2026

Reading transports, educates, enlightens, and informs. Martin Library Teens 2nd floor, has many great books for you to choose from. Come check out the collection and take a book home with you today! See you!

02/12/2026

Here is a taste of an activity packed day at Martin Library Teens. If you’re Looking for a safe, fun, and belonging space for, school-age 12-18 years old, please come to Martin Library Teens, 159 East Market Street, 2nd floor. The hours for Teens are Mon, Tues, Thurs, 2:00-6:00 pm and Wed, 1:00-6:00 pm. There are fascinating books to read, and many other great activities to do like table, video, board games, a computer lab, and a Solver Space for hands on building, etc. We’ll see you soon!

02/11/2026

Pick up snacks with robotics! If you are interested in exploring Robotics, please come see us. This is a teen led activity. Martin Library Teens is a safe, fun, and belonging space for teens, school-age 12-18 years old. Martin Library is located at 159 East Market Street. Teens, 2nd floor, hours are Mon, Tues, Thurs, 2:00-6:00 pm and Wed, 1:00-6:00 pm. See you here!