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Teens FAQs

Where are Montclair Public Library Main Branch and Bellevue Avenue Branch Library located?
Montclair Public Library Main Branch is located at: 50 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ 07042 Bellevue Avenue Branch Library is located at: 185 Bellevue Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
What do I need to get my free library card if I am 12 years old or older and attend school in Montclair?
If you are age 12 or above, you can get a library card with a printed school schedule, Montclair school ID, tuition bill, or report card.
How much does it cost to print in Black & White and in Color?
Printing costs

.15 cents per Black & White page
.50 cents per Color page
How do I access the Library's Databases?
Click on the Databases tab at the top of the page. You can select your database by subject, from an alphabetical list, or look at a list of databases that include Magazines and Newspapers. Kids and Teen databases can be accessed by going to the Kids or Teen pages and selecting Kids' Databases or Teens' Databases. You will need a Montclair Public Library card to access the databases outside of the Library.
What is the library's Youth Services Department telephone number?

If you have a question feel free to call. We are at your service!

 

Main Branch Children's Floor: 973-744-0500 ext. 2236

Bellevue Avenue Branch Kids Place: 973-744-0500 ext. 2284

What is BCCLS?
BCCLS stands for Bergen County Cooperative Library System. This system is a network of 75 libraries throughout New Jersey's Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic counties. With your Montclair Public Library Card, you can request items from any of the participating BCCLS libraries. Requested items arrive at Main Branch or Bellevue Avenue Branch within 1 week.
What do I need to access Young Adult Internet computers?
To access the 1st floor Young Adult computers you need a Monctlair Public Library card that is in good standing. Make a reservation at any Reservation Station with your library card and your last name. Select "Young Adult Computer" and you are ready to go! You are allowed 2 half-hour sessions per day.
What activities does the library offer for Teens?
Montclair Public Library offers programs for tweens and young adults such as Mother & Daughter book clubs, music concerts, author visits, summer movies, and a Summer Reading Club drive every year. There are also summer volunteering opportunities that help you acquire community service criteria for school and job applications. All Montclair Public Library programs are FREE (with the exception of special field trips). Because space is limited, all programs require pre-registration unless otherwise noted.