Teen Newsletter
Welcome to our All Things Teen newsletter!
Through our seasonal emails you'll get a look at all the Library has to offer teens, including current happenings, great resources, and reading recommendations.
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Teen Zone HQ
At the Teen Zone HQ you can find direct links to system-wide events, volunteer news, local and national contests, scholarships, important information, and book reviews by fellow teens!
View the Teen Zone HQ website
Prom Dress Giveaway
Students in grades 8 - 12 are invited to our Prom Dress Giveaways! You will have the opportunity to select a dress from our collection FOR FREE. Join us at our Toms River, Little Egg Harbor, and Jackson Branches on select dates in March.
 
Looking to donate a dress instead? Participate in our Prom Dress Collection and drop off your dress at any Branch until February 26th.
Visit the Prom Dress Giveaway website
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Volunteer
Working to fulfill a school commitment, want to build a job resume, or just donate your time to the community? We offer a variety of opportunities for teens ages 12 to 18. Plus - it’s a fun way to earn community service hours!
Learn about volunteering
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Featured Book List:
Black Voices in YA
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Celebrate Black History Month with this great list of compelling stories by Black authors - curated for you by our Teen Services Librarians.
View the reading list here

Resource Spotlight: brainfuse
Whether you're preparing for final exams or getting ready for graduation - brainfuse offers a variety of tools to help you along the way!
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HelpNow
Get live one on one tutoring with trained professionals! Tutoring is available in math, science, writing and other subjects for elementary, middle school, high school and college students. This database includes live assistance for Spanish Language help from Spanish speaking tutors, a writing lab that gives feedback on written assignments within 24 hours and much more.
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CollegeNow
Online college admissions counselors help students navigate all aspects of the college application process, including developing a list of target schools, admissions essay review, application resources, test prep materials, essay writing guides, help identifying and applying for financial aid, live experts to help prepare for college admissions interviews, and more.
Learn more about Brainfuse on our website

Personalized Reading Recommendations
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Sign up for our new reading recommendations newsletter to receive a monthly list of book picks in the categories of your choosing!
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