Teens
Art-Centered Books for the Teen Winter Challenge
Artists need breaks! Rest your body and stay inspired for the Teen Winter Challenge with these art-focused books and comics.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
FL Studio Drop-In, part of a series
Unlock your inner DJ using FL Studios and learn how to cook up beats like your favorite producers from DJ Mustard to Young Chop.
Photography Scavenger Hunt
Jan 28th | 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Learn basic photography techniques and practice them with your phone camera. Bring any “subjects” you’d like to photograph.
Snacks in the Stacks: Shrimp Stuffed Mirlitons
Jan 31st | 12:00pm - 12:15pm
Online Event
Join library staff member Peter in his home kitchen as he makes Shrimp Stuffed Mirlitons from Bayou by Chef Melissa Martin.
Teen DIY: Candy Heart Dish
Feb 4th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DIY Candy Heart Dish Join us to make your own Valentine’s themed trinket dish! Materials will be provided.
FL Studio Drop-In, part of a series
Unlock your inner DJ using FL Studios and learn how to cook up beats like your favorite producers from DJ Mustard to Young Chop.
Photography Scavenger Hunt
Jan 28th | 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Learn basic photography techniques and practice them with your phone camera. Bring any “subjects” you’d like to photograph.
Snacks in the Stacks: Shrimp Stuffed Mirlitons
Jan 31st | 12:00pm - 12:15pm
Online Event
Join library staff member Peter in his home kitchen as he makes Shrimp Stuffed Mirlitons from Bayou by Chef Melissa Martin.
Teen DIY: Candy Heart Dish
Feb 4th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DIY Candy Heart Dish Join us to make your own Valentine’s themed trinket dish! Materials will be provided.
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.
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.
Design Your Life: College and Career Saturdays
Feb 8th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This College and Career Saturday will cover careers and programs in the Performing Arts and Media Production field.
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.
Design Your Life: College and Career Saturdays
Feb 8th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This College and Career Saturday will cover careers and programs in the Performing Arts and Media Production field.
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.
