Back of the Yards
Hours & Information
Closed until 10:00am tomorrow
Monday
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday
12:00PM - 8:00PM
Wednesday
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday
12:00PM - 8:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Phone: (312) 747-9595
Email: backoftheyards@chipublib.org
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Juneteenth DayThursday, June 19, 2025Closed All Day
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Independence DayFriday, July 4, 2025Closed All Day
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Labor DayMonday, September 1, 2025Closed All Day
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Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 27, 2025Closed All Day
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Christmas DayThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
About Back of the Yards
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- After-hours book return
- Bike rack
- City Bill Payment Kiosk
- Computers (close 10 minutes before the building does)
- Meeting room
- Scanner
- Street parking only
- WiFi
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Street parking is available on Hoyne Street.
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- There is a wheelchair accessible ramp leading to the entrance.
- The building entrance is accessible with push pads.
- Two ADA computer workstations: one for adults and one for children. These workstations feature:
- All CPL computers have Windows 10 Ease of Access accessibility resources for vision, hearing, dexterity, mobility, focus and other related needs.
24-inch monitor
Oversize keyboard
Trackball mouse
Wheelchair-accessible computer table
Map
CyberNavigators
Get computer help from a CyberNavigator tutor. One-on-one sessions are available by appointment and last up to an hour. Learn about:
- Computer, email and Internet basics
- Online job searching and resume writing
- CPL website and online resources, eBooks and other digital content
Sessions available in English and Spanish.
Please call to confirm availability and make an appointment.
Hours
Monday
10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Tuesday
Noon - 5 p.m.
Wednesday
10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Friday
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
