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OBOC: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
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.
Teen Staff Picks (March 2019)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Coming Soon
Browse lists of some of the hottest upcoming titles.
Poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Beat Memoirs and Culture
The author is celebrating turning 100 by publishing a new novel. Jeremy recommends works by and about the Beat Generation.
Recent Chicago Books (March 2019)
Read local! Here is our latest roundup of books by authors from the Chicago metro area and books about Chicago.
Unforgettable Books about Elephants
Can't wait for the new Dumbo movie? Check out one of these elephantastic books for kids.
Women's History Month for Teens
Check out these titles for teens that celebrate this year's Women's History Month theme, Women at Work.
Remembering the Future: Century of Progress World's Fair
As One Book, One Chicago imagines the future, Johanna explores a vision of the future from the past: the Century of Progress World's Fair.
Puppy Love: Books for Kids
Alexa recommends puppy books all kids can love.
Audiobook Staff Picks (March 2019)
Check out the latest audiobook recommendations from Chicago Public Library.
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Vote Early at More Than 20 CPL Locations
Through April 1, any Chicago voter may vote at these sites no matter where you live. Not registered? You can register on site.
Teens: Apply for a Summer Internship
Looking for a job this summer? Work at the library! In partnership with After School Matters, CPL is offering 150 summer internships.
Get Help with Your Taxes at CPL
Pick up tax forms, find resources or get in-person help at Chicago Public Library.
Night in the Stacks: Take the Party Out of This World!
Apr 5th | 7:00pm - 11:00pm.
Join the CPL Foundation for an interstellar experience with food, DJ and raffle prizes. Proceeds benefit education and innovation at CPL.
March 2019 Staff Picks
Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for previous lists of recommendations.
March Reading Challenge: Try a New-to-You Series
Adults, tell us which book in a series you'll read and you'll be entered in a drawing for a Chicago Public Library T-shirt.
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