Do you ever wonder what your favorite librarian is reading? Like our patrons, some librarians have tastes for specific genres or subjects, while others read what they find by chance or recommendations. For this edition of Caught Reading, let’s find out what some CPL librarians are reading or have just finished. Their selections range from history to…
Caught Reading: Spring Days in Chicago, May 2017
While this week isn't a great example, Chicago's had some beautiful weather this spring, and I really enjoy getting outside at lunch. Sometimes I walk around my neighborhood, and other days, I just sit down with a good book. During my last trip downtown, I saw that people in the Loop also enjoy sitting outside with a book. Here…
Top Picks: Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, a talented Colombian journalist, novelist, short story writer and screenwriter, is recognized as one of the most important authors of the 20th century in Spanish-language literature. As March 6 would have been his 90th birthday, now is a great time to pick up one of his books. As a longtime fan, I'm happy to…
Let’s Get Together and Cook Latin American Recipes
What better way is there to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month than getting together and cooking some delicious dishes? Here are some cookbooks with amazing Latin American recipes. Mexican Today: PBS host Pati Jinich shares some of her easy and traditional Mexican recipes such as enchiladas, tacos and Mexican pizza. Mi Comida Latina: Author Marcella Kriebel shares…
Caught Reading: Chicago Public Library, April 2016
April Fools' Day, Earth Day and National Poetry Month are some of the celebrations happening in April. But did you know April 10-16 is National Library Week? National Library Week recognizes the important contributions of libraries and library staff. Celebrate with us by stopping by your neighborhood branch to check out a good book. Don’t know what to…
5 Articles About the Challenger Disaster
On January 28, we mark the 30th anniversary of the Challenger disaster. What were the causes of the space shuttle explosion? What would it be to teach from space? What's Challenger's legacy? Find answers to these questions and more by reading these current and historical articles using the CPL's Online Resources. I've also noted if an article is available…
Happy Birthday to Frank Zappa
Let’s celebrate the life and music of talented musician Frank Zappa, whose 75th birth anniversary is December 21. With more than 80 albums to his credit, the songwriter, composer, record producer, bandleader and filmmaker was the leader of the band Mothers of Invention and won a Grammy in 1988 for the album Jazz from Hell. He died in 1993. Music…
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