Teens
Teens, Apply for Paid Summer Internships at CPL
Teens! Join CPL's paid summer internships via One Summer Chicago & After School Matters. Gain skills, make an impact, and get paid.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
SIJO: Korea's Poetry Form with Lucy Park
May 3rd | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sijo is a traditional Korean poetic form with a rich history spanning over 700 years. Composed of three lines totaling 45 syllables, its…
Dance Presentation with Thwack Dance Company
May 3rd | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon with Thwack Dance, a nonprofit organization that aims to support, empower, and progress the dance community.
Meet Marjorie Stewart Joyner: Hair Ornament Workshop
May 5th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Participants will explore the life and legacy of beauty pioneer Marjorie Stewart Joyner.
Free Art Day Market
May 10th | 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We're celebrating free art day with a bonanza of activities. Craft tables, bands and local art vendors.
SIJO: Korea's Poetry Form with Lucy Park
May 3rd | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Sijo is a traditional Korean poetic form with a rich history spanning over 700 years. Composed of three lines totaling 45 syllables, its…
Dance Presentation with Thwack Dance Company
May 3rd | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon with Thwack Dance, a nonprofit organization that aims to support, empower, and progress the dance community.
Meet Marjorie Stewart Joyner: Hair Ornament Workshop
May 5th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Participants will explore the life and legacy of beauty pioneer Marjorie Stewart Joyner.
Free Art Day Market
May 10th | 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We're celebrating free art day with a bonanza of activities. Craft tables, bands and local art vendors.
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.
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.
Apply to be Part of the College and Career Internship
Join us in engaging and inspiring teens through dynamic College & Career events for the whole year of 2025!
Virtual College Visits: Making the Best Choice for You
College tour canceled? Kyra provides tips and resources for exploring colleges online.
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.
Apply to be Part of the College and Career Internship
Join us in engaging and inspiring teens through dynamic College & Career events for the whole year of 2025!
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.
