Teens
Top Picks: New Year, New Resolutions
In celebration of the new year, Cordiah shares her teen-themed picks.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
FAFSA Support led by ISACorps
Jan 14th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Illinois alternative application for the MAP Grant.
Gamer's Universe Showdown Series, part of a series
Jan 18th | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Join us for Gamer's Universe Showdown Series, our monthly esports celebration leading up to the 2025 edition of Gamer's Universe in June.
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.
Documentary Film Screening: The Young Vote (2022)
Jan 21st | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Young Vote examines a generation whose political awakening coincided with events like the Parkland shooting & Movement for Black Lives.
FAFSA Support led by ISACorps
Jan 14th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Illinois alternative application for the MAP Grant.
Gamer's Universe Showdown Series, part of a series
Jan 18th | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Join us for Gamer's Universe Showdown Series, our monthly esports celebration leading up to the 2025 edition of Gamer's Universe in June.
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.
Documentary Film Screening: The Young Vote (2022)
Jan 21st | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Young Vote examines a generation whose political awakening coincided with events like the Parkland shooting & Movement for Black Lives.
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.
FAFSA Support led by ISACorps
Jan 14th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Illinois alternative application for the MAP Grant.
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.
FAFSA Support led by ISACorps
Jan 14th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Illinois alternative application for the MAP Grant.
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.
