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Caitlin Atkinson, Teen Librarian
catkinson@helenplum.org
(630) 627-0316 ext. 343
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Teen Blog Entries
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.
Lilac Time 2025 at HPL
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Celebrate Lilac Time at the Library, at Lilacia Park, and on Main Street with our lineup of events.
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Youth Services
Age Group:
Youth,
High School
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 9-12.
Help children develop reading skills and confidence at the Library while earning service hours. Training is included in the session.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "High School" group
Library Branch:
Helen Plum Library
Room:
Youth Services
Age Group:
Youth,
High School
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 9-12.
Help children develop reading skills and confidence at the Library while earning service hours. Training is included in the session.
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: The Hive
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 6-12; Helen Plum Library card required.
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:
Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group:
Youth,
Middle School,
High School
Registration Required
Event Details:
Registered event for grades 6-10.
Do you want to learn how to decorate cupcakes? Or just have a sweet tooth? Join us as we demonstrate and teach with a treat.
