Teens
Best Teen Nonfiction of 2023
Chicago Public Library recommends these titles as the very best nonfiction published in 2023 for teens.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
YOUmedia
YOUmedia Teen Sewing Certification, part of a series
Dec 6th | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Get certified to use the sewing machine to work on your own projects using materials from our YOUmedia fashion area.
Nuestro Camino/Our Path: Marimacha Monarca Press
Dec 7th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This artist talk features four artists from Marimacha Monarca Press.
College Access Workshop, part of a series
Discuss your future after high school and options you have for college. Look into scholarships and non-college opportunities.
Jazzman Ray's Holiday Family Concert
Dec 9th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a special holiday concert by Jazzman Ray! Hear your favorite holiday songs performed and stories shared.
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.
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.
Life After High School: College and Career Saturdays
Meet industry leaders, ask questions and discover programs to help you design your life after high school.
College Access Workshop, part of a series
Discuss your future after high school and options you have for college. Look into scholarships and non-college opportunities.
Education and Entrepreneurship for Young Adults
Set yourself up for success with these books for teens and young adults.
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.
