Teens

Creepy Circus Books for Cold Weather

I'm always sad to see Halloween month end. How does one handle the transition into cold, sad winter? Read creepy circus books!

Teen Books

Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out

Teen Events

Apply-A-Thon

Nov 11th | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you applying to college or looking for scholarships? Do you need help with your application essays? Join us for our second Apply-a-thon.

Chicago Astronomer Sky Viewing

Nov 11th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join Chicago Astronomers and look at the sun, moon and sky through a telescope!

Late Night at the Library: A Live Music Event

Nov 11th | 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us at Mayfair for a special music concert with Nick Falco 'n' The Road Hawks.

Resume Writing Workshop, part of a series

Prepare to enter the workforce and start making some money by revamping or creating your very first resume!

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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College and Career

Apply-A-Thon

Nov 11th | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you applying to college or looking for scholarships? Do you need help with your application essays? Join us for our second Apply-a-thon.

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.

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.

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