What’s the H.Y.P.E.?

H.Y.P.E. stands for Helping Young People Excel. It is the umbrella for teen focused programs and services at the Detroit Public Library (DPL).

DPL recognizes that teens need their own space to learn, explore, or simply hang out.

Our newest H.Y.P.E. Center, located at the Main Library, combines digital technology with interaction, resulting in innovation and engagement that allows our teens to develop and become hyped for success.

H.Y.P.E.’d for Success

Our vision for teen services is to provide an environment that inspires our teens to strive for and achieve their highest potential!

Who Says Learning Can’t Be Fun?

Check out the H.Y.P.E. at DPL (www.dplhype.org), or visit the new H.Y.P.E. TeenCenter at the Main library. We promise you will be motivated to EXCEL!!!

Volunteer Opportunities
Thursday, January 14, 4:30-5:30pm
Learn about volunteer opportunities, and earn hours towards your high school graduation requirement.

HYPE Readers: Street Love
Saturday, January 23, 4:30-5:30pm
Have you ever loved somone from the wrong side of the tracks? Damien has everything going for him. His family wants him to date Roxanne. He falls for junice, whose life is totally messded up. But Junice tells him he's the one that needs a reality check. Sometimes the greatest obstacle to finding true love is ourselves. Please join us as we look at how Harlem meets Shakespeare in this fresh, original free-verse novel. Pizza will be served after each book discussion.

HYPE'd to Lead: Real World 101
Tuesday, January 26, 4:00-5:00pm
Real world skills for young people trying to make a real difference in their lives. This motivational program is sponsored by Alcott Germany II, of Instructional Design Solutions.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Poetic Concert
Friday, January 29, 6:00-8:00pm
The HYPE Teen Center celebrates hope and history by honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. Listen, learn and enjoy the music and poetry of Khari Turner and friends. Parking will be available in the Putnam parking lot. Refreshments will be served.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, February 4, 4:00-5:00pm
A monthly meeting when teens get to share what they want to see in the library. Also qualifies you for community service hours and leadership skills.

Scrabble Tournament
Wednesday, February 17, 3:00-4:00pm
Compete for the top spot in this challenge of wits. Prizes awards for top three winners.

Legends and Fantasy Club
Friday, February 19, 3:00-4:00pm
Join other teens interested in Anime, Manga and Japanese pop culture.

HYPE Theater Ensemble Performance
Friday, February 19, 6:00-8:00pm
Teens present the final performance, "Wrong Cycle". This play is written and directed by Ny'Ree Hardyway. "Wrong Cycle" looks at the negative affect drug use and unhealthy weight loss can have. Light refreshments served after.

HYPE Theater Ensemble
Every Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00-6:00pm
A professional theater actress leads our group to a final spetacular performance in the spring. Teens must attend weekly rehearsals.



* Check our calendar for a full listing of HYPE Teen Center events


For more information please call 313-833-4791




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HYPE Night
Summer Camps
Game Wars
Let's Get Creative
Poetry Workshop
Flick Night
Anime Club
Readers' Theater
Boys 2 Men / Girls 2 Women
HYPE Stars Talent Show

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