Teen Tech Center

The Teen Tech Center features laptops (including MacBooks), cutting-edge technology and software, and collaborative areas for getting creative!

WHAT WE DO

The Teen Tech Center at Saratoga Library is more than just an interactive learning environment where teens can experiment with technology. It’s also a space to be creative, learn at your own pace, socialize with peers, meet professionals in the field of tech, and acquire skills for everyday life.

Teens ages 13–18 are encouraged to explore technology with their imaginations. Use the space to make art, music, animation, 3D objects, jewelry, fashion creations and beyond. To join the Teen Tech Center, visit Saratoga Library and ask to talk with a staff member.


MEET THE STAFF

A headshot of Giovanni GriffithsGiovanni Griffiths, Teen Tech Center Coordinator

Giovanni started his BPL career working part-time at both Canarsie and Central Libraries before being promoted to New Lots Library’s Technology Resource Specialist (TRS) and eventually Saratoga Library’s Teen Tech Center Coordinator. He has offered many programs for teens, including developing a relationship with the Brooklyn Nets to give Brooklyn youth the opportunity to learn about career opportunities in sports and community relations. He has also created two successful programs related to technology and media, Buckets & Broadcasting and AniTomo, which were funded by BKLYN Incubator.

 


Upcoming Events

Teen Tech Time

Fri, May 10 2:00pm
Sheepshead Bay, Meeting Room

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Welcome all teens and tweens! Come chill out with some free snacks, video games, board games, and good vibes. We have a PS4, Nintendo Switch, and tons of board games!

Ages: 6th - 12th grade

Lo-fi Hip-hop Study Hall

Fri, May 10 3:00pm
Flatlands Library

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Get work done listening to chill, lo-fi beats. We meet every Friday. Snacks provided.

Teen Tech Time

Fri, May 10 3:00pm
Saratoga Library

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Join us at the Saratoga Library for a fun filled afternoon of video gaming and Board Games. Consoles include: Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5.

Teen Tech Time

Fri, May 10 3:00pm
New Lots, Auditorium

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Join us for video games every Friday! we welcome all teens, with experience gaming. We use the Nintendo Switch, PS4 and the PS5 game consoles. Play dominoes, UNO and Jenga while listening to great music! The program takes place in the basement auditorium.

Teen Gaming Hour

Fri, May 10 3:30pm
Brighton Beach Library

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Relax, destress, eat some snacks, and play video games in our community room! 

Teen Tech Time

Fri, May 10 4:00pm
Sunset Park Library

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Join us for a wide variety of games on the Switch, WiiU, and PS4. Have fun with your friends or come make new ones!

Teen Tech Time: VR Gaming

Sat, May 11 2:00pm
Walt Whitman Library

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Come try out Playstation VR at Walt Whitman.

Librarian Let's Play BPL Gaming Stream

Tue, May 14 3:00pm
Ulmer Park Library

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Librarian Let's Play is an interactive BPL Incubator gaming stream where I, the magical gaming librarian does a playthrough of a game I love and want to show you.

Join me as I play through various games that I love to play.  Join the…

Teen Time

Tue, May 14 4:00pm
Pacific Library

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Looking for a spot to spend time with your friends? Come to the Pacific Library for Teen Tech Time. We have tons of video games for the PS5 and Switch, from Super Smash Bros to Just Dance! We hope to see you there!

Teen Tech Time

Tue, May 14 4:00pm
Brower Park Library, Community Room 1

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Come play video games at the library! We've got Nintendo Switch, PS5, iPads, or you can just come and hangout!

Teen Tech Center Hours
Monday 2 PM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 2 PM - 7 PM
Wednesday 2 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 2 PM - 7 PM
Friday 2 PM - 5:30 PM
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED

 

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About the Teen Tech Center at Saratoga Library

Funding for the Saratoga Teen Tech Center is provided by Mayor Eric Adams to bring new opportunities for creative youth experiences and expression.