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Teen Events

Make Monsters with the Trash Goblins, part of a series

If you love monsters and creating art out of trash, please join the Trash Goblins to create your own Dungeons and Dragons inspired creature.

Youth-led Sexual Health and HIV Workshop

Jun 26th | 1:30pm - 3:00pm
In honor of Pride Month, join members of Lurie Children's Hospital for an inclusive sexual health and HIV workshop for teens.

Foraged Charcuterie Picnic

Jun 26th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kick back in our branch's nature space, learn about local plants, picnic, listen to music, draw– do you.

Yoga at the Library / Yoga en la Biblioteca, part of a series

Join us at Back of the Yards Branch for Yoga at the Library! Community member, Yoga in Vogue, will lead 45- minute sessions of yoga in…

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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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!

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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