Teens
In The Cards: Tarot in YA Fiction
The ancient art of tarot is part of the contemporary world in these YA fiction picks.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
Community Portrait Workshop: The Legacy of Margaret Burrough
Oct 20th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dr. Margaret Burroughs’ Chicago is widely regarded for her work as a writer, an artist, and for having helped establish two key Chicago…
Halloween/Horror Movie Trivia
Oct 22nd | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come by YOUmedia and put your horror movie knowledge to the test at our Halloween/Horror trivia drop in.
Careers in Content Creation with Alfredo "Freddsters" Garcia
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Are you a foodie? Interested in content creation? Learn how to combine your passions the way Alfredo Garcia, better known…
Celebrating the Music & Dance of Poland
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a performance of Polish dances with the Wici Song and Dance Company.
Community Portrait Workshop: The Legacy of Margaret Burrough
Oct 20th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dr. Margaret Burroughs’ Chicago is widely regarded for her work as a writer, an artist, and for having helped establish two key Chicago…
Halloween/Horror Movie Trivia
Oct 22nd | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come by YOUmedia and put your horror movie knowledge to the test at our Halloween/Horror trivia drop in.
Careers in Content Creation with Alfredo "Freddsters" Garcia
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Are you a foodie? Interested in content creation? Learn how to combine your passions the way Alfredo Garcia, better known…
Celebrating the Music & Dance of Poland
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a performance of Polish dances with the Wici Song and Dance Company.
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.
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.
Design Your Life: College and Career Saturdays
Discover career paths, connect with pros, and try hands-on activities at College & Career Saturdays. For ages 13–22. Free lunch and prizes.
Virtual College Visits: Making the Best Choice for You
College tour canceled? Kyra provides tips and resources for exploring colleges online.
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.
Design Your Life: College and Career Saturdays
Discover career paths, connect with pros, and try hands-on activities at College & Career Saturdays. For ages 13–22. Free lunch and prizes.
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.
