Teens
Teens: Apply for 2026 CPL School Year Internships
Explore your creativity by applying to CPL's upcoming teen internships starting in January 2026. Applications Open Oct 13 and close Nov 2nd.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
The Upside Down in Edgebrook: Stranger Things Painting
Oct 8th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tweens and teens are invited to a painting program where artist Laura Frohm will show how to paint a Stranger Things inspired masterpiece.
Sewing Certification for Teens, part of a series
Join teen staff to learn the ins and outs of our sewing machine and be able to use it for your future projects.
The Upside Down in Edgebrook: Stranger Things Painting
Oct 15th | 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Tweens and teens are invited to a painting program where artist Laura Frohm will show how to paint a Stranger Things inspired masterpiece.
Two Hearts/Dwa Serca: Stories of Living Between Two Cultures
Oct 15th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Michelle Kaczor, daughter of Polish immigrants, shares moving and humorous personal narratives of life between Poland and America.
The Upside Down in Edgebrook: Stranger Things Painting
Oct 8th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tweens and teens are invited to a painting program where artist Laura Frohm will show how to paint a Stranger Things inspired masterpiece.
Sewing Certification for Teens, part of a series
Join teen staff to learn the ins and outs of our sewing machine and be able to use it for your future projects.
The Upside Down in Edgebrook: Stranger Things Painting
Oct 15th | 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Tweens and teens are invited to a painting program where artist Laura Frohm will show how to paint a Stranger Things inspired masterpiece.
Two Hearts/Dwa Serca: Stories of Living Between Two Cultures
Oct 15th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Michelle Kaczor, daughter of Polish immigrants, shares moving and humorous personal narratives of life between Poland and America.
YOUmedia Events
Homework Help
CultureGrams World Edition
Explore our world with information on over 200 countries and territories.
Brainfuse: Homework Help and More
Get free one-on-one homework help and resume-writing assistance. Live tutors now available 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
Online Resources for Teens
Research events and concepts, find an online tutor, learn a new language and more with CPL's online resources for teens.
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Resources for Teens
After High School
Virtual College Visits: Making the Best Choice for You
College tour canceled? Kyra provides tips and resources for exploring colleges online.
Next Up: Financial Aid Application Completion Workshop
Oct 18th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
During this workshop, students will be able to get questions answered to complete either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
Congrats Grad! Books to Read if You're Finishing High School
Congratulations, Class of 2025! Check out these book recommendations if you're finishing up high school and moving on to your next chapter.
Virtual College Visits: Making the Best Choice for You
College tour canceled? Kyra provides tips and resources for exploring colleges online.
Next Up: Financial Aid Application Completion Workshop
Oct 18th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
During this workshop, students will be able to get questions answered to complete either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
Congrats Grad! Books to Read if You're Finishing High School
Congratulations, Class of 2025! Check out these book recommendations if you're finishing up high school and moving on to your next chapter.
Teen Voices
Teen Voices: Piper H., Artist
Check out the art Piper created in an art exhibit for the Independence Branch.
Teen Voices: David A., Videographer from Back of the Yards
David, a regular at Back of the Yards YOUmedia, talks about recently winning a video contest and his time at the branch.
Teen Voices: Tenzin, Freddy: Minorities in Medicine Founders
The Jones College Prep students run a monthly event at HWLC YOUmedia to connect teens with medical professionals.
Teen Voices: Eric, Web Designer
Eric creates 3D videos and animation at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch YOUmedia.
Teen Voices: Piper H., Artist
Check out the art Piper created in an art exhibit for the Independence Branch.
Teen Voices: David A., Videographer from Back of the Yards
David, a regular at Back of the Yards YOUmedia, talks about recently winning a video contest and his time at the branch.
Teen Voices: Tenzin, Freddy: Minorities in Medicine Founders
The Jones College Prep students run a monthly event at HWLC YOUmedia to connect teens with medical professionals.
Teen Voices: Eric, Web Designer
Eric creates 3D videos and animation at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch YOUmedia.
