Teens
Fresh Teen Verse Novels
April is National Poetry Month and it's a great time to celebrate with teen verse novels.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
Meet the Harp
Apr 25th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a performance by the talented harpist, Janelle Lake, as she demonstrates the pedal harp and the lever harp.
Exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology, part of a series
Apr 28th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Event
This online class explores Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, the pros, cons, and various uses for individuals. Attend one or more.
Teen Garden Planting
Apr 30th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The last day of frost has passed ! Come plant a garden with us with the seedlings that we've been growing in the teen area all month!
Meet the Harp
Apr 25th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a performance by the talented harpist, Janelle Lake, as she demonstrates the pedal harp and the lever harp.
Exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology, part of a series
Apr 28th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Event
This online class explores Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, the pros, cons, and various uses for individuals. Attend one or more.
Teen Garden Planting
Apr 30th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The last day of frost has passed ! Come plant a garden with us with the seedlings that we've been growing in the teen area all month!
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 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
Your Brand, Your Story: Build a Media Kit That Pops
May 5th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Are you a creator, artist, or entrepreneur trying to get your work out there? Whether you're into music, content creation, art, or…
​ 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.
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.
Your Brand, Your Story: Build a Media Kit That Pops
May 5th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Are you a creator, artist, or entrepreneur trying to get your work out there? Whether you're into music, content creation, art, or…
​ 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.
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.
