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OBOC: Do Androids Dream of Electric… OBOC: Do Androids Dream of Electric…

What if all of Chicago read the same book? Imagine the Future with us as we read Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? in 2018-2019.
What if all of Chicago read the same book? Imagine the Future with us as we read Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? in 2018-2019.
If You Love / A Great Read
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October 2018 Books We're Excited About October 2018 Books We're Excited About

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Looking for the inside scoop? Based on advance reviews and publicity, here are the books we're most excited to read this month.
Looking for the inside scoop? Based on advance reviews and publicity, here are the books we're most excited to read this month.
If You Love / A Great Read
Blogpost

Caught Reading: Brown Line Caught Reading: Brown Line

By Molly
As Chicagoans, we know a good book makes a chilly commute cozier. Here's what Molly spotted you reading.
As Chicagoans, we know a good book makes a chilly commute cozier. Here's what Molly spotted you reading.
Explore / Great Reads for Kids
Staff List

Halloween Board and Picture Books Halloween Board and Picture Books

recommended by ChiPubLib_Kids
These not-too-scary Halloween reads are wicked good fun.
These not-too-scary Halloween reads are wicked good fun.
If You Love / Sports
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Bear Down! Great Football Books Bear Down! Great Football Books

By Jason Driver
Football season is going strong! Score these titles for kids to learn about the beloved American pastime.
Football season is going strong! Score these titles for kids to learn about the beloved American pastime.
Explore / Chicago's History
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Chicago Architecture Chicago Architecture

recommended by ChiPubLib_Adults
Are you exploring Chicago through Open House Chicago this weekend? Delve deeper into Chicago architecture with these great books.
Are you exploring Chicago through Open House Chicago this weekend? Delve deeper into Chicago architecture with these great books.
If You Love / A Great Read
Staff List

Sing, Muse: Retellings of Ancient Myths Sing, Muse: Retellings of Ancient Myths

recommended by ChiPubLib_Adults
Inspired by ancient myths, these modern fictions re-imagine timeless tales for contemporary audiences.
Inspired by ancient myths, these modern fictions re-imagine timeless tales for contemporary audiences.
Explore / Polish American Heritage
Staff List

Teen Books: Polish American Heritage… Teen Books: Polish American Heritage…

recommended by ChiPubLib_Teens
These stories feature Polish and Polish American teens.
These stories feature Polish and Polish American teens.
If You Love / A Great Read
Staff List

October 2018 Staff Picks October 2018 Staff Picks

recommended by ChiPubLib_Adults
Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for previous lists of recommendations.
Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for previous lists of recommendations.
Connect With / Your Library
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Be a Trivia Champ Be a Trivia Champ

Oct 23rd | 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Join the Chicago Public Library Foundation Associate Board for Trivia Night. Proceeds benefit CPL programs.
Join the Chicago Public Library Foundation Associate Board for Trivia Night. Proceeds benefit CPL programs.
Connect With / Your Community
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Choose Kind Month Events Choose Kind Month Events

Oct 10th - Oct 31st
CPL locations around the city
Join us for programs promoting acceptance, understanding and kindness, inspired by R.J. Palacio's novel Wonder.
Join us for programs promoting acceptance, understanding and kindness, inspired by R.J. Palacio's novel Wonder.
Explore / Hispanic Heritage
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Hispanic Heritage Reads for Kids Hispanic Heritage Reads for Kids

recommended by ChiPubLib_Kids
Explore both roots and dreams with these titles.
Explore both roots and dreams with these titles.
Explore / Great Reads for Kids
Blogpost

A Sisterhood of Little Women A Sisterhood of Little Women

By Alexa
Alexa recommends books for fans of Little Women. The best part? They all have sequels.
Alexa recommends books for fans of Little Women. The best part? They all have sequels.
Explore / Science and Nature
60 Hikes within 60 Miles
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The National Trails System turns 50 this year. Celebrate the great outdoors--near and far--with these guides.
The National Trails System turns 50 this year. Celebrate the great outdoors--near and far--with these guides.
If You Love / A Great Read
News

Masterpiece Book Club: October Events Masterpiece Book Club: October Events

Go beyond the PBS Masterpiece series with engaging book discussions, lectures, films and literary portrayals.
Go beyond the PBS Masterpiece series with engaging book discussions, lectures, films and literary portrayals.
Connect With / Your Community
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COPA: Civilian Office of Police… COPA: Civilian Office of Police…

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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