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Nature Sip and Paint: Sunflowers

Jul 10th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Led by teaching artist Tattianna Howard, you will create your own version of a sunflower painting.

Comic Ink and Illustration Workshop with Anthony Fowler Jr., part of a series

Come learn what it takes to draw comics professionally from DC Comics and IDW published comic inker/illustrator, Anthony Fowler Jr.

Build Up Your Camping Gear: Felt Blanket With a Hood, part of a series

This summer we're getting inspired by the anime Laid Back Camp and building up our camping gear so we can go on adventures in nature.

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…

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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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