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We were featured in @TeenVogue for spreading the power of #BookSanctuaries to combat book bans across the country! We're especially excited that Kennedy, one of our teen interns, was quoted multiple times in the article. Go Kennedy! teenvogue.com/story/book-san…

If you could only read one book, which should you choose? Every year, a group of @chipublib staff selects the best teen books of the year. This is our top 10! youtube.com/watch?v=k3I5CG…

Curious about a career in computer science or game design? Come to our downtown branch this Saturday (1/21) at 1pm for a college and career info session! Plus there will be free lunch and great prizes. Registration and more info at chipublib.org/CCSaturday.

Starting 2023 strong by giving out "81 Club" #library cards! #81Club library cards are open to all K-12 students who live in Chicago, regardless of school enrollment. They do not require parent signature or photo ID to receive. More info at chipublib.org/81club

The Whitney Young High School robotics team will be streaming their robot demo and live coding session on our Twitch Channel! 🤖 🐬 Tune in this Tuesday (Jan 10) at 4pm! Twitch.tv/youmediachicago #Twitch #Robot #LiveStream

Looking for the next good read? We just released our top 50 teen books of the year! Check out the full list at chipublib.org/BestOfTheBest (link in bio) #TeenReads #BestOfTheBest #Library

All CPL locations will be open from 9 am - 5 pm on Wednesday, November 23 and closed on Thursday, November 24! [YOUmedia times may vary by branch]. Happy #Thanksgiving!

CPL's Commissioner just announced a powerful partnership with @ChiPubSchools - THE 81 CLUB! For the first time ever, CPS students will have instant access to unlimited resources at all 81 library branches throughout the city. Learn more about #The81Club at chipublib.org/81club

.@YOUmediaChicago teens at the Dunning branch used their creativity to bring our Chicago story to life. From iconic architecture to homegrown musicians to neighborhood staples, teens worked together to create a mural that highlights the things that make our city the best!

This year's #SummerAtCPL theme is City of Stories!! Celebrate stories about community, culture and the common themes that connect us. ❤️ Visit chipublib.org/summer to find out how to participate (link in bio). #Chicago #Library #Storytelling

Celebrate #PrideMonth at our Queer Radical Fair this Saturday 6/18! Food 🍎 Performances 🎤 Fashion 👜 and Queer Support Resources 🏳️‍🌈 This is a family friendly event, all are welcome! Located at Palmer Park Cultural Center between 2pm-7pm. Register at bit.ly/JuneRadicalFair

@826chi's Storyfest is going to be a delightful Saturday afternoon! Storytelling, games, book giveaway, and student performances! Saturday June 4 from 12-4 in La Follette Park (1333 N. Laramie Ave). #Storytelling #826CHI #Chicago #ChicagoParks

So. Many. GAMES! Discover new games and play old favorites at Gamers Universe this Saturday. Register at bit.ly/GamersUniverse… Gamers Universe is at Harold Washington Library Center from 11-5, followed by the after-hours Smash Ult. tournament (for ppl already participating).

Gamers Universe is this Saturday (May 28)! Our Chicago Teen Gamer's Guild has been planning this since October, and it's going to be AMAZING. Videogames, board games, scavenger hunts, and more! Full info and registration at gamersuniverse.org

Come to Gamers Universe, our all-ages convention that celebrates gaming in all its forms! 🎮 🎲 👾 🃏 When: Saturday 5/28 Where: Harold Washington Library Center Times: 11am-5pm (main con), 5pm-9pm (after-hours Super Smash tournament) Register at bit.ly/gamersuniverse…

Got a story you’ve been wanting to write? @chiteenlitfest offers a variety of workshops and author meetups to help you get that story told! Programs occur between April 24-30. See chipublib.org/ctlf for more details. #CTLF #Storytelling #Chicago #Library

Join us for a Twitch stream with @WY_Robophins! Tune in on 2/28 at 3:30pm to watch the team's drive practice as they prepare for the upcoming Illinois State competition! twitch.tv/youmediachicago

@chiteenlitfest is an annual @chipublib storytelling event for teens. Portage-Cragin Teen council wants input from 13-19 y/o Chicagoland teens to cater the fest to YOU! Visit bit.ly/CTLFsurvey & answer a few quick ❓ for a chance to win a prize! Survey ends Wednesday!!!

@chiteenlitfest is an annual @chipublib storytelling event for teens to express themselves. The Portage-Cragin Teen council wants input from 13-19 y/o Chicagoland teens to cater the fest to YOU! Visit bit.ly/CTLFsurvey & answer a few quick ❓ for a chance to win a prize!

Looking for a good book to read? Our 2021 best of the best video is now viewable on YouTube! Check out the best teen #fiction, #nonfiction and #graphicnovels published in the last year: bit.ly/2021BestTeenBo… #Books #TeenBooks #TeenReads #BestoftheBest #Chicago #Library