Welcome to the Teen Room
Teens! Whether you want to hang out with friends, work on a project, get creative, read a book, or just chill, this is your space. We’ve got:
- A dedicated room just for teens (ages 13–18)
- A great selection of books and graphic novels
- Computers and research tools, plus puzzles, crafts & games
- Teen events and activities happening all the time
- Helpful staff here for you
Queer comics club
Do you love Heartstopper? Are there other LGBTQIA+ graphic novels you love, and want to discuss? Join CHPL librarians in a monthly graphic novel book club for teens that centers queer stories and voices. Each month we'll have a group of graphic novels to choose from. Read one (or more) and join us for an evening of chatting, fun, and snacks!
For teens and tweens in grades 6-12.
Cookies & Acrostics
Celebrate Black History Month by exploring the life and work of George Moses Horton, an enslaved poet who was the first African American author to publish a book in the South. Not only did Horton achieve this historic milestone, he also sold poetry—just up the street—to UNC students in the 1800s.
Join other teens and learn about his life, read some of his poetry, and then create our own acrostic poems. After writing, we’ll get crafty with paper folding techniques to turn your poem into a beautiful keepsake.
Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa while connecting history, creativity, and community.
For grades 6-12
Events for teens
Do you love Heartstopper? Are there other LGBTQIA+ graphic novels you love, and want to discuss? Join CHPL librarians in a monthly graphic novel book club for teens that centers queer stories and voices. Each month we'll have a group of graphic novels to choose from. Read one (or more) and join us for an evening of chatting, fun, and snacks!
For teens and tweens in grades 6-12.
Lights, camera, panels! 🎬✨ This month, Queer Comics Club is diving into stories that leap from screen to page (and back again).
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Food Allergy
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Want fun times, intellectual stimulation, and good company? Join us for board game night (for adults!).
From magic slinging & sword swinging to political intrigue to economic rivalry, there's a game out there for everyone.
We'll have games like: Welcome To, Sushi Go, Cheaty Mages, Tsuro, Citadels, Love Letter, Clank!, Inis, Magic the Gathering, and many more.
- Bring your own game and teach the group, or play one of ours!
- No previous board game experience needed
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
B3 Coffee and Chapel Hill Public Library are excited to present: Books and Belonging!
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Internet
Chapel Hill Public Library provides free and open access to the Internet and does not use any filtering software. We also provide free WiFi on an open, unsecured network. We are not responsible for any content accessed via our computers or WiFi.
Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Supervision
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Grab your gloves and pitch in to improve our Pritchard Park ecosystem. We'll remove non-native and invasive species, plant native trees and perennials, and maintain natural areas in the park.
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Faces of the Forest Kickoff Event
Join Chapel Hill Public Library, Community Arts & Culture, Parks & Recreation, and the Chapel Hill Community Clay Studio to unveil Faces of the Forest!
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Supervision
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Driver's Handbook
The North Carolina Driver's Handbook has been updated with icons, images, and infographics to make it easier to understand.
PrepStep College
Test prep resources, including practice tests for GED, GRE, SAT, TEAS, and more.