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Check out our One Book, One Chicago page and explore Music: The Beat of Our City with us through events, books, performances and more.
Check out our One Book, One Chicago page and explore Music: The Beat of Our City with us through events, books, performances and more.
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Introducing Our One Book, One Chicago 20… Introducing Our One Book, One Chicago 20…

I'll Take You There by Greg Kot is the 28th selection for One Book, One Chicago. This year's program explores the theme Music: The Beat o…
I'll Take You There by Greg Kot is the 28th selection for One Book, One Chicago. This year's program explores the theme Music: The Beat o…
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Guest Blog: Greg Kot on I'll Take You Th… Guest Blog: Greg Kot on I'll Take You Th…

By Jennifer
Greg Kot reflects on what inspired him to write I'll Take You There in this guest blog.
Greg Kot reflects on what inspired him to write I'll Take You There in this guest blog.
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A Conversation with Greg Kot and Mavis S… A Conversation with Greg Kot and Mavis S…

Dec 14th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Harold Washington Library Center
Greg Kot and Mavis Staples appear in conversation to discuss I'll Take You There and the legacy of the Staples Singers. Greg Kot has been th…
Greg Kot and Mavis Staples appear in conversation to discuss I'll Take You There and the legacy of the Staples Singers. Greg Kot has been th…
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About Greg Kot: 2017-18 OBOC Author About Greg Kot: 2017-18 OBOC Author

By Jennifer
Read the biography of Greg Kot, author of this season's OBOC pick, I'll Take You There.
Read the biography of Greg Kot, author of this season's OBOC pick, I'll Take You There.
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The Beat of Our City: Fictional Reads The Beat of Our City: Fictional Reads

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Explore these fictional reads and enjoy great stories featuring music. These recommendations are a part of the 2017-18 One Book, One Chica…
Explore these fictional reads and enjoy great stories featuring music. These recommendations are a part of the 2017-18 One Book, One Chica…
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Thank You One Book, One Chicago 2017-18 Thank You One Book, One Chicago 2017-18

One Book, One Chicago is generously funded by donations to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
One Book, One Chicago is generously funded by donations to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.
If You Love, A Great Read / A Great Read
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Fall 2017 Books Preview Fall 2017 Books Preview

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The fall harvest of books is nearly upon us. Here's our guide to some of the biggest and most exciting books headed our way.
The fall harvest of books is nearly upon us. Here's our guide to some of the biggest and most exciting books headed our way.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with C… Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with C…

Learn about Hispanic culture, folklore and tradition with events for all ages, reading recommendations and art exhibits.
Learn about Hispanic culture, folklore and tradition with events for all ages, reading recommendations and art exhibits.
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Cindy Pritzker Lecture: David Simas Cindy Pritzker Lecture: David Simas

Sep 25th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Harold Washington Library Center
The CEO of the Obama Foundation discusses his life and work as well as the foundation's current activities and future plans.
The CEO of the Obama Foundation discusses his life and work as well as the foundation's current activities and future plans.
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Kids Staff Picks (September 2017) Kids Staff Picks (September 2017)

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Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
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COPA: Civilian Office of Police Accounta… COPA: Civilian Office of Police Accounta…

COPA, a new, independent police oversight agency, is the next step in Chicago's public safety reform efforts.
COPA, a new, independent police oversight agency, is the next step in Chicago's public safety reform efforts.
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September 2017 Staff Picks September 2017 Staff Picks

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Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for a link to previous lists of recommendations.
Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for a link to previous lists of recommendations.
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One City. One Dream. One Chicago. One City. One Dream. One Chicago.

We're a proud partner in One Chicago, which facilitates access to resources for Chicagoans, including immigrant and refugee communities.
We're a proud partner in One Chicago, which facilitates access to resources for Chicagoans, including immigrant and refugee communities.
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Movies and TV Shows for News Junkies Movies and TV Shows for News Junkies

By Molly
Molly recommends movies and TV shows set in the news industry--from comedies to critically acclaimed titles.
Molly recommends movies and TV shows set in the news industry--from comedies to critically acclaimed titles.
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