Teens
Teen Guide to Free Chicago Back-to-School Events
Get ready for back to school with free Chicago events featuring backpacks, school supplies, health resources, and library activities.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
3D Printing: Flexi Toys
Aug 18th | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Try out the new 3D printer in our teen space. Projects can be made in all sorts of colors and designs.
Teen Clay Sculpting
Aug 19th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop in to create interesting shapes and designs with air drying clay.
Back to School DIYs
Aug 20th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us to get ready for back to school! Customize a tote bag using the vinyl cutter, make a button, or make a keychain!
Teen Read and Ramen Night
Aug 20th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a delicious bowl of ramen while listening to a good audiobook!
3D Printing: Flexi Toys
Aug 18th | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Try out the new 3D printer in our teen space. Projects can be made in all sorts of colors and designs.
Teen Clay Sculpting
Aug 19th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop in to create interesting shapes and designs with air drying clay.
Back to School DIYs
Aug 20th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us to get ready for back to school! Customize a tote bag using the vinyl cutter, make a button, or make a keychain!
Teen Read and Ramen Night
Aug 20th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a delicious bowl of ramen while listening to a good audiobook!
YOUmedia Events
Homework Help
CultureGrams World Edition
Explore our world with information on over 200 countries and territories.
Brainfuse HelpNow: Homework Help and More
Get free one-on-one homework help and resume-writing assistance. Live tutors now available 24/7.
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.
Resources for Teens
College and Career
So You Finished High School... What's Next?
There are many paths to choose from when you graduate high school. Whatever your journey, these free college and career resources can help.
Teens, Apply for a Paid Summer Internship at CPL
Apply for paid summer internships at Chicago Public Library. Teens 16–19 can build skills, lead programs and support their community.
​ The Junior Year Prep for College
Considering a college/university path after high school? Don't wait until senior year to start! Here are some ways to begin your research.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
So You Finished High School... What's Next?
There are many paths to choose from when you graduate high school. Whatever your journey, these free college and career resources can help.
Teens, Apply for a Paid Summer Internship at CPL
Apply for paid summer internships at Chicago Public Library. Teens 16–19 can build skills, lead programs and support their community.
​ The Junior Year Prep for College
Considering a college/university path after high school? Don't wait until senior year to start! Here are some ways to begin your research.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
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.
