Join CPL in our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month 2018, September 15 to October 15. We'll have events for all ages and interests, from music performances to craft workshops, celebrating Hispanic culture, folklore and tradition. Our celebration begins with: Bomba y Plena by AfroCaribe: Afro-Caribbean music and a dance performance at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 15…
Adults, Take an Online Course at the Library
What do you want to learn? Do you know you can learn new skills through an online course at the library in a learning circle? A learning circle is a study group for learners who want to complete massive online courses (MOOCs), together and in-person. Think of it like a book club, but for an…
Chicago Public Library Announces Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? As New One Book, One Chicago Selection
Mayor Emanuel and Chicago Public Library (CPL) today announced Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick will be the 29th selection of CPL’s One Book, One Chicago (OBOC). From October 2018 through April 2019, Chicagoans will learn more about science fiction, technology, future societies, artificial intelligence and more as they explore the book and this year’s…
Free Days at Chicago Museums in September
Enjoy free admission to Chicago museums on Illinois resident discount days in September. (Dates are subject to change, so please confirm dates with each museum.) Adler Planetarium September 9-16 Art Institute of Chicago Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Chicago Botanic Garden Always free; parking is $20/car, $25/van Chicago Children’s Museum First Sunday of every…
Free Homework Help at CPL Locations Citywide
Does your child need help building study skills? Do you have questions about your child's homework assignment? Find answers to all your homework needs at Chicago Public Library. We have resources to help you in person or online. In Person Beginning September 10, drop-in homework help is available for children and their parents at CPL…
