Get involved with your library
- Apply to be a Teen Reviewer and write reviews for books, movies and more!Â
- Become a member of the Teen Advisory Group.
- The Friends of the Library are a community volunteer organization responsible for operating two seasonal book sales each year that provide fundraising support to the Library system. Volunteering with the Friends of the Library is a great way to achieve your Community Service hours!
- Are you 15 years or older and looking to volunteer at the Library? Join our Reading Buddies team and provide reading support to a child in primary school. For more information, please contact Michelle Dicaire at mdicaire@oshawalibrary.on.ca. Teens who volunteer can earn community service hours towards their high school diploma. We are not currently accepting new Reading Buddies applications.
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Upcoming Teen Programs
Grab & Go Bags
Sep 12th - Sep 26th | All day
Online Event
Grab a bag full of Library items, a fun activity, and other freebies! Reserve yours while supplies last. An OPL TAG initiative. Ages 12-18.
The 2026 Giant Fall Book Sale, part of a series
Stock your shelves while supporting Oshawa Public Libraries at the Friends of the Library annual fall sale!
Grab & Go Bags
Sep 12th - Sep 26th | All day
Online Event
Grab a bag full of Library items, a fun activity, and other freebies! Reserve yours while supplies last. An OPL TAG initiative. Ages 12-18.
The 2026 Giant Fall Book Sale, part of a series
Stock your shelves while supporting Oshawa Public Libraries at the Friends of the Library annual fall sale!