Events

Teens familiar with 3D printing are welcome to bring their own STL files or download 3D model files to be printed on one of our 3D printing machines throughout the day. All prints will be completed on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Join Kelly's YOUmedia for some fun events. Every Friday there will be a different event to participate in; whether it's gaming or crafting or even watching a movie.

You're invited to join us during "Teen Time", for crafting, gaming, vinyl cutting and some 3-D printing.

For teens 13 to 19].

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Join us for an afternoon of watching anime shows!

For teens and tweens 10 to 19.

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Earn your service learning hours at the library!

We will have a variety of projects available for you to work on each month.

For teens in high school.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…

Choose your own adventure and explore new lands in our Dungeons & Dragons weekly sessions! Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game where players create unique characters and work together to create stories to…

Do you have a favorite character or like to create new ones from your own imagination? Give your designs and drawings dimension and make them into 3d stuffed art pieces in this plushie making workshop. Join teaching artist Rachelle in…

Join us to learn to play Magic: The Gathering! Magic is an exciting, strategic fantasy trading card game.

We have lots of Magic cards, thanks to donations from Magikids and generous patrons. Participants will make (and…

Drop by Chinatown YOUmedia to a make a vinyl sticker for your locker, folder, or water bottle using the Cricut vinyl cutter! Supplies are available while they last. For teens in high school.

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Stop by the library to create some art. Art supplies will be provided- You must supply the creativity and magic. Paints, canvas, colored sand, easels, pencils, portrait paper, paint brushes and other art supplies will be provided.

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Join us at Altgeld Branch for a fun afternoon/evening of games including board games, PC, and the Nintendo switch. Win against 3 people (or the librarian) for YOUMedia swag and snacks.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or…

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter. 

For ages 10 to 19.

Neurodiverse teens from PACTT (Parents Allied with Children and Teachers for Tomorrow), hang out for teen time activities, like crafts, coloring and/or painting, games and Legos.

For teens 13 and up.

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Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games and pen and paper roleplaying…

Join fellow tweens and teens for an afternoon of storytelling, fandom fun and creativity!

Share your favorite characters, books, streaming finds... or show off your own amazing artwork.

Snacks will be provided.

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Whether gaming, learning new tech, or just vibing, we’ve got you covered. Join us Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Learn a whole new way to make jewelry! Using pliers and wire, wrap stones to create necklace pendants and rings.

Ages 11-19

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…

Learn to use the sewing machine by sewing a simple bookmark. Once certified, you can walk in and use the machine on your own. Certification is limited to 2 people. Unregistered participants may observe and complete certification later.

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Learn to embroider by hand in a relaxed environment. Ms. Yvette will show you everything from how to use a hoop, how to make basic stitches, and what to do once you finish your embroidery piece to help you dive into this relaxing…

Curious about sewing accessories, clothes, or plushies? Interested in learning to use a sewing machine or upgrading your skills? Join a librarian in experimenting with different fabrics, mending rips and holes in clothes, working on…