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HPL Teen Book Box

Friday, May 10th

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Enjoy a pre-selected book for 6th-12th graders and other fun bookish treats each month. Choose your preferred genre when you subscribe. Register once to receive a box on May 10 and June 14.

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Featured Event

Teen Take Home Craft: Glass Photo Magnets

Friday, May 24th

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Design glass magnets for yourself or to give as a gift.

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Featured Event

Drop-In Teen Game Time

Friday, April 26th

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

We’ll supply the board games and a Nintendo Switch—you just have to show up. Every Friday at 3:30 P.M. in the Community Meeting Room. 

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Featured Event

Make a Bracelet

Monday, May 6th

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Make and wear a unique bracelet using beads and charms.

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New for Teens

Book Choices Just For You

Great New Reads Spring 2024

Lincoln Award Nominees 2025

Teen Resources

HPL Teen Book Box

Subscribe to the Library’s subscription box. Enjoy a pre-selected new Young Adult book and other fun bookish treats each month. Choose between contemporary; mystery/thriller; horror; fantasy; science fiction; historical fiction.

Book Match

Looking for your next favorite read? Fill out a Book Match form and a librarian will find your new favorite book (or three)! All you need to do is fill out the form located next to the catalog in the Teen Lounge and library staff will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teen Volunteering

The Youth and Young Adult Services Department has volunteer opportunities to assist with programs and many other ways to assist staff and patrons. Teens grades 6-12 may sign up for volunteer opportunities using our Event Calendar. Follow the link and search for events titled “Volunteer.” Tasks may include program help, craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc. Sign up for the day and time slot that works for you. Contact the Teen Volunteer Coordinator at jsusina@hinsdalelibrary.info with any questions.

Outreach for Teens

Please fill out this form to indicate a librarian visit, field trip, or other outreach service for grades 6–12.