OBOC Keynote: Xochitl Gonzalez, Author of Olga Dies Dreaming
Nov 20th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Africaribe Presents: Puerto Rico's Roots in the Diaspora
Nov 8th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join a musical presentation from Africaribe on Puerto Rico's History and the journey of Puerto Ricans to the USA.
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Book Discussions: Olga Dies Dreaming
various dates & times
various locations
Join other Chicagoans to discuss Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez, this season's OBOC selection.
Puerto Rican Flag Mosaic Making
Nov 6th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to layer symbolism and cultural references into multi-textured creations, combine traditional materials with contemporary design.
El Cantante
Nov 8th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This biographical drama chronicles the life of salsa legend Héctor Lavoe and the rise of salsa music in 1970s New York.
Poetry Banners
Nov 8th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Transform your words into art! Participants will create protest-style poetry banners using fabric, markers, and stencils. Transform…
Book Discussions: Olga Dies Dreaming
various dates & times
various locations
Join other Chicagoans to discuss Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez, this season's OBOC selection.
Puerto Rican Flag Mosaic Making
Nov 6th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to layer symbolism and cultural references into multi-textured creations, combine traditional materials with contemporary design.
El Cantante
Nov 8th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This biographical drama chronicles the life of salsa legend Héctor Lavoe and the rise of salsa music in 1970s New York.
Poetry Banners
Nov 8th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Transform your words into art! Participants will create protest-style poetry banners using fabric, markers, and stencils. Transform…
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One Book One Chicago for Teens (2025)
Enjoy these books that celebrate Puerto Rican identity and titles with themes of gentrification, political corruption and family strife.
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Estas novelas exploran complejas relaciones familiares, identidad cultural, gentrificación, ambición y el sueño americano.
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DePaul Art Museum: Tengo Lincoln Park en mi Corazón
Visit DePaul Art Museum's exhibit Tengo Lincoln Park en mi Corazón: Young Lords in Chicago.
National Public Housing Museum Mixer and Book Club
Nov 9th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join the CPL Little Italy branch the National Public Housing Museum to discuss Olga Dies Dreaming as part of our new book club!
Fire, Fire, Gentrifier: Walking Tour
Dig deeper into the real life history of the Young Lords by taking a self-guided walking tour of Lincoln Park.
OBOC Book Club at the Art Institute
Nov 13th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Head to the Art Institute of Chicago for a discussion of this year’s One Book, One Chicago selection, Olga Dies Dreaming.
DePaul Art Museum: Tengo Lincoln Park en mi Corazón
Visit DePaul Art Museum's exhibit Tengo Lincoln Park en mi Corazón: Young Lords in Chicago.
National Public Housing Museum Mixer and Book Club
Nov 9th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join the CPL Little Italy branch the National Public Housing Museum to discuss Olga Dies Dreaming as part of our new book club!
Fire, Fire, Gentrifier: Walking Tour
Dig deeper into the real life history of the Young Lords by taking a self-guided walking tour of Lincoln Park.
OBOC Book Club at the Art Institute
Nov 13th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Head to the Art Institute of Chicago for a discussion of this year’s One Book, One Chicago selection, Olga Dies Dreaming.
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