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Caitlin Atkinson, Teen Librarian
catkinson@helenplum.org
(630) 627-0316 ext. 343
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Teen Blog Entries
HPL Wrapped 2025: Lombard's Most Borrowed Books
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It's that time of year again! Take a look at the most-borrowed books and movies of the year.
HPL Staff Recommends: Books We Loved 2025
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From tried-and-true classics to under-the-radar new releases, here are our favorite books we read in 2025.
Boundless App To Be Discontinued
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Learn more about when the Boundless app will be discontinued and what's coming next.
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jingle Bell Jubilee
2:00pm–6:00pm
Youth,
Birth to Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adult,
Seniors
Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth,
Birth to Preschool,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
High School,
Adult,
Seniors
Event Details:
Get in the Jubilee spirit at the Library – we’re just a trolley ride away! We’ll have a wintery photo op, holiday lights glasses for all ages (while supplies last), a scavenger hunt, and crafts for kids.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Event Details:
Drop-in event recommended for grades K-8.
Join other enthusiasts to free build with the Library’s LEGO® bricks collection.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Teen Corner
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School
Event Details:
Drop-in kit pick-up for grades 6-12.
Stop by the Teen Corner to pick up supplies to make a project at home (while supplies last).
Branches:
Helen Plum Library
