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Read, learn and go green this summer!

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Our Favorite Books of 2025 So Far

As of June, these are our favorite reads so far this year.

Events

Nature Drawing with Illustrator Steve Musgrave

Jun 27th - Aug 1st | 1:30pm - 2:00pm
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Music Class with Little Parade

Jun 30th - Aug 2nd | 10:00am - 11:00am
Various locations

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

Jun 30th - Jul 31st | All day
Various locations

Family Concert with Little Miss Ann

Jun 30th - Jul 10th | 3:00pm - 6:00pm
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New in Kids Books: May 2025

Like to stay on trend? Here are the kids books we are most excited to read this month.

Kids Staff Picks (April 2025)

Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.

New in Kids Books: April 2025

Like to stay on trend? Here are the kids books we are most excited to read this month.

Get Free Homework Help at CPL

Find answers to your questions at CPL. Use our free homework help resources in person and online.

Teens at CPL

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Teen Staff Picks (May 2025)

Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.

Teen Staff Picks (March 2025)

Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.

Cozy Reads for Teens

Stay cozy this winter with these heartwarming books of various genres.

Cozy Reads for Teens

Stay cozy this winter with these heartwarming books of various genres.

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Learn how donor support transforms lives across Chicago in the CPL Foundation impact report.

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