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YOUmedia YOUmedia [yoo me•de•a] noun 1. A social learning space for teens filled with the latest digital media technology at the Chicago Public Library

Looking to hit the studio and get started with music production? 🎧We've got you covered! Check out our full lineup of pr...
10/15/2026

Looking to hit the studio and get started with music production? 🎧

We've got you covered! Check out our full lineup of programs happening October through November, where you can learn beat-making, create your own songs, and express yourself through music.

Find a program and get started at bit.ly/recordingstudioprograms

Chicago teens, your Halloween plans are officially here!Grab your friends, throw on your best costume, and head downtown...
10/05/2026

Chicago teens, your Halloween plans are officially here!

Grab your friends, throw on your best costume, and head downtown for Fallapalooza in the (Haunted) Winter Garden at Harold Washington Library!

What’s happening:
• Tacos
• Arts & crafts
• Spooky activities
• Laser tag
• Costume competition + prize
• Raffles and more

Friday, Oct. 16 | 5:30–8 PM
Harold Washington Library Center
Ages 14–19 | FREE

Presented by My CHI. My Future, TA98 and Urban Male Network.

What’s YOUR side of the story?Join us for Our Side of the Story, a youth-led media and storytelling event where young pe...
09/22/2026

What’s YOUR side of the story?

Join us for Our Side of the Story, a youth-led media and storytelling event where young people can share what they love about their community, what they want to see changed, and how we can make those ideas happen.

🎨 Art + creative expression
📸 Photography + video
🎤 Music + youth performances
✍️ Writing + poetry
🎶 Food + music
💬 Community question boards + resources

📅 Saturday, Sept. 26 | 1–4 PM
📍 Legler Regional Library
115 S. Pulaski Ave. | Community Room
Link in Bio

09/18/2026

Me when I find out you’re NOT coming to Teen Lit Night: 😭💀

Like… do you know what you’re missing?! 📅 Oct. 9 | 5:30–8 PM
📍 400 S. State St.
🫶 Ages 13–22

RSVP: chipublib.org/unbound 🔗

👻📚 Need a spooky after-school activity?Relax with a snack, a drink, and a low-key craft while we listen to the first 45 ...
09/18/2026

👻📚 Need a spooky after-school activity?

Relax with a snack, a drink, and a low-key craft while we listen to the first 45 minutes of a horror audiobook. Then, chat about what we heard and decorate your own journal!

📅 Oct. 2 | 4–5 PM
📍 Lincoln Belmont Library
🎃 Ages 14–18

🏹🔥 May the odds be ever in your favor!Get ready for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping coming to theaters November...
09/16/2026

🏹🔥 May the odds be ever in your favor!

Get ready for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping coming to theaters November 20 by revisiting the original series! 🎬

Join us for The Hunger Games (2012) with snacks and drinks provided.

📅 Sept. 17 | 5–7:30 PM
📍 Lincoln Belmont Library
🎟️ Free and open to teens!

Address

400 S State St
Chicago, IL
60605

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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