CPL Teens

Tween/Teen Takeover- Minute to Win It Games

Fri., December 8 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
 Hey tweens and teens! Join us for an exciting after-hours event at the library filled with fun and...

Southern Illinois Stitchers

Sun., December 10 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Do you enjoy or want to learn needlework? Join the Southern Illinois Stitchers! SI Stitchers is a lo...

Open Gaming

Mon., December 11 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., December 18 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., January 8, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., January 22, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Southern Illinois Stitchers

Sun., January 28, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Do you enjoy or want to learn needlework? Join the Southern Illinois Stitchers! SI Stitchers is a lo...

Open Gaming

Mon., January 29, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., February 5, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., February 12, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., February 19, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Southern Illinois Stitchers

Sun., February 25, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Do you enjoy or want to learn needlework? Join the Southern Illinois Stitchers! SI Stitchers is a lo...

Open Gaming

Mon., February 26, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., March 4, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., March 11, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Open Gaming

Mon., March 18, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Southern Illinois Stitchers

Sun., March 24, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Do you enjoy or want to learn needlework? Join the Southern Illinois Stitchers! SI Stitchers is a lo...

Open Gaming

Mon., March 25, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for Open Gaming at the Carbondale Public Library. Teens are invited to immerse themselves in...

Ongoing Challenge

Introducing the Year Round Reading Challenge for High Schoolers! Our challenge is simple yet rewarding – read 100 books before graduation and log them on Beanstack, our online reading platform.

Start by signing up on Beanstack and create your reading profile. Then read books of your choice – any genre, any length, any format! For every book you finish, log it on Beanstack. As you reach milestones, every 10 books, you’ll earn a prize to celebrate your achievement.

So, grab your favorite book, find a cozy spot, and dive into your world of reading. Reach new heights and make reading a lifelong habit. Sign up on Beanstack today and let the adventure begin!


Project Next Generation

Registration for Fall is full

Project Next Generation (PNG) is a free afternoon STEM/STEAM program for 5th-12th graders. Participants explore art, science, and technology through a variety of entertaining and engaging activities. Registration is required for this very popular program.



Got a Question?

Email Mr. Quinn: qvana@carbondale.lib.il.us


Need help?

Check out the Resource Guide of Jackson County Youth Services by Youth Action Committee. It contains local resources for youth including LGBTQ+, Crisis, Physical and Mental Health, Substance Use Help, GED Classes, Transportation, and Community Services.


General Information about Teen Events @ CPL

Teen events are totally free. Programming is geared for participants ages 12-18 unless noted otherwise. Registration is not required unless specifically noted.

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