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Best Teen Book Covers of 2021
Just this once, we judged books by their covers and chose the prettiest ones published this year.
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Old Pops Digital Collection Launches
Take a step back in time with this selection of pre-1930s Chicago-themed pieces of sheet music from CPL's Old Pops sheet music collection.
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Mad Skillz for Teens: Fall Into Some Kits
Hey teens, need a little motivation or a stress relief this fall? Then check out Mad Skillz Grab and Go kits!
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One Book Looks Local With Neighborhoods: Our City's Bedrock
Join us for OBOC 2021 as we explore the theme "Neighborhoods: Our City's Bedrock" and the book Bedrock Faith by Eric Charles May.
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