The Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Kings Highway Library features work stations, cutting-edge technology and software, collaborative areas, job readiness training and a recording studio.
WHAT WE DO
The Best Buy Teen Tech Center 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—through the Pathways program—acquire skills for college and careers.
Teens ages 13–18 are encouraged to use their imaginations to explore technology, create art, music, animations, 3D objects, jewelry, fashion creations and beyond.
Furthermore, Best Buy's collaboration with The Clubhouse Network will provide participants with access to a global network of youth in over 100 clubhouses in 20 countries, allowing them to share their projects with teens all over the world. To join, drop by the Center and ask to talk with a staff member.
MEET THE STAFF
Gail Grant, Best Buy Teen Tech Center Coordinator
In 2015, Gail became the Technology Training Supervisor for the Brooklyn Heights region, where she hosted the first Brooklyn Robotics League (BRL) competition, lead the Today’s Teens Tomorrows, Techies Committee, and facilitated T4 training for both teens and staff. Gail holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology with a specialty in counseling. In 2019, she became the Best Buy Teen Tech Center Coordinator for the Boys & Girls Club in Jersey City. Her passion for making a difference in the lives of youth lead her back to BPL in 2021 as Kings Highway Library’s Best Buy Teen Tech Center Coordinator.
Upcoming Events
Teen Time
Bring your friends and make new friends in a safe environment as you play video games, board games, or just hang with your peers. Join us every Thursday at Ulmer Park Library.
Teen Tech Time
Come into the Canarsie Library every Thursday to play video games and chill. Bring your friends or come by yourself and make new connections.
Teen Tech Time
Come join us for a bit of video-game fun! We have Nintendo Switch, PS4 and X-box and More.
(Ages: 7-16 yrs)
Teen Tech Time
Come play video games like Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart and Just Dance with us!!
Teen Tech Time
Join us in a teen friendly environment where you can meet new friends and old, while playing an assortment of video games. Use our PS5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, etc to challenge each other in friendly battles.
Teen Tech Time
Calling all Teens and Tweens!
Join us at the Greenpoint Library every Thursday from 3-5pm for our Teen Tech Time.
We have a wide variety of both video games and tabletop games to explore and enjoy.
We hope to see you there!
Teen Tech Time
Join us in a teen friendly environment where you can meet new friends and old, while playing an assortment of video games, board games and computer games. Use our PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, etc to challenge each other in friendly battles.
Teen Tech Time @ East Flatbush Library
Looking for somewhere to hang out? Every Thursday, stop by the East Flatbush Library and come play on our Switch, Xbox One, and PS5.
Our games include NBA 2K23, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, Demon Slayer, Naruto, and more.
Come solo or bring your friends to…
Brooklyn Robotics League
Love LEGOs, robotics and teamwork? Then head to the New Lots Library for Brooklyn Robotics League.
Kids and teens (ages 9-17) will learn to use the Spike Prime set while exploring stem formulas and making new friends.
In partnership with NYC First, BPL will host workshops in efforts…
Teen Time
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 Center Hours
| Mon | CLOSED |
| Tue | 2 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Wed | 2 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Thu | 2 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Fri | 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Sat | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Sun | CLOSED |
Become a mentor!
Interested in becoming a Clubhouse Mentor? Please click here to apply
About the Best Buy Teen Tech Center
The Best Buy Foundation and the Joly Family Foundation provide grant funding for the Teen Tech Center with the goal of bringing youth new opportunities for creativity and expression—as well as collecting technology donations to power education and discovery. Support for the Best Buy Teen Tech Center is also provided by New York State Senator Simcha Felder and Earle Muroff. Wifi provided by Optimum by Altice.
