Teens
Sip Sip! Teen Books About National Coffee Day
Cordiah shares her top picks in celebration of National Coffee Day.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
Speak Up for Trees!
Sep 29th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join local TreeKeepers to talk about the benefits of trees and how to take action in protector the tress in our city.
Open Mic Poetry
Sep 30th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for an afternoon showcasing the appreciation of poetry. Read, recite and listen to readings of famous poets or bring your own poems.
The Universe, Black Chicago Aviators and Astronauts
Oct 1st | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Using an Afrofuturistic lens of the universe, explore space travel in Black music, and Chicago's history as the capital of Black aviation
Young Parents Support Group, part of a series
This group is a space to talk about real life experiences like parenting, school, work, money, and just being young while raising a child.
Speak Up for Trees!
Sep 29th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join local TreeKeepers to talk about the benefits of trees and how to take action in protector the tress in our city.
Open Mic Poetry
Sep 30th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for an afternoon showcasing the appreciation of poetry. Read, recite and listen to readings of famous poets or bring your own poems.
The Universe, Black Chicago Aviators and Astronauts
Oct 1st | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Using an Afrofuturistic lens of the universe, explore space travel in Black music, and Chicago's history as the capital of Black aviation
Young Parents Support Group, part of a series
This group is a space to talk about real life experiences like parenting, school, work, money, and just being young while raising a child.
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.
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Resources for Teens
College and Career
Chicago Public Library School Year Assistantship
Get involved with Chicago Public Library by applying to one of our 2027 upcoming assistantships. Applications open Monday, October 19th.
College Finances: Financial Aid and More with Ladder Up
Oct 13th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join Ladder Up for an interactive workshop to help support students as they start their college experience with money management skills.
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.
Chicago Public Library School Year Assistantship
Get involved with Chicago Public Library by applying to one of our 2027 upcoming assistantships. Applications open Monday, October 19th.
College Finances: Financial Aid and More with Ladder Up
Oct 13th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join Ladder Up for an interactive workshop to help support students as they start their college experience with money management skills.
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.
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.
