ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (October 3, 2025) – OC Public Libraries is pleased to present TeenFest 2025. This year’s annual event celebrating teens will be hosted on Tuesday, October 14 from 3:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. at the Tustin Library. Teens ages 12-18 can enjoy free activities, a career panel, and more. The event will conclude with a moderated author talk featuring award winning graphic novelist, AJ Dungo. Activities include phone charm crafts, perler bead crafts, and a waffle bar, while supplies last. No registration is required but early arrival is suggested.
Presentations during TeenFest 2025:
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Therapy Fluffies
Teens are invited to decompress at the library after a long day at school with a pawesome time presented by OC Animal Allies. OC Animal Allies will bring trained therapy dogs for the teens to interact with and read to.
5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Cookie Decorating with Butter and Cream Bakery
Get creative with cookies! Teens are invited to decorate adorable Labubu-themed cookies in this fun, hands-on session sponsored by Butter + Cream Bakery. All supplies will be provided. Just bring your imagination and sweet tooth. Participation is limited to the first 50 teen attendees.
6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. | Author Talk: AJ Dungo
AJ Dungo is an illustrator based in Los Angeles. He has worked with great people at Nike, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Bleacher Report, The Wall Street Journal, Nobrow, and more. His work has been recognized by American Illustration, Society of Illustrators, France Inter, and AD&D. He is the author of the award-winning graphic novel, In Waves.
Where: Tustin Library
345 E. Main Street,
Tustin, CA 92780.
For more information about TeenFest visit ocpl.org/teenfest
OC Public Libraries (OCPL)
OC Public Libraries is a vibrant network of 29 branches, and a satellite location at the Orangewood Children and Family Center, delivering vital library services across the county. With a strong commitment to early literacy, OCPL nurtures a passion for reading in young learners, while also providing robust programs and resources for teens, seniors, and everyone in between. Offering access to over 1.7 million materials, as well as a vast range of online resources and streaming services, OCPL empowers individuals at every stage of life. Our mission is rooted in promoting lifelong learning, fostering community connections, and ensuring free, open access to knowledge and tools that enrich lives. Through innovative programming, we support diverse needs, encourage personal growth, and strengthen the fabric of our community. Our services help people of all ages thrive. At OC Public Libraries, books are just the beginning.
More information at https://ocpl.org/
