Back of the Yards

Hours & Information

Open today until 8:00pm

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
2111 W. 47th Street
Chicago, IL 60609

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Holidays and Closures

  • Thanksgiving Day
    Thursday, November 28, 2024
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Day
    Wednesday, December 25, 2024
    Closed All Day

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About Back of the Yards

  • Street parking is available on Hoyne Street.

    • 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:
    •              24-inch monitor

                   Oversize keyboard

                   Trackball mouse

                   Wheelchair-accessible computer table

      • All CPL computers have Windows 10 Ease of Access accessibility resources for vision, hearing, dexterity, mobility, focus and other related needs.

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Teacher in the Library

Looking for help with school work? Join other kids and families for out-of-school learning support. Get help from a certified teacher to complete homework and improve study skills. Drop in for homework help and try Teacher in the Library in person.

Sessions available in English and Spanish. Schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm availability.

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Hours

Monday
4 - 6 p.m.

Tuesday
4 - 7 p.m.

Wednesday
4 - 6 p.m.

Thursday
4 - 7 p.m.

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

Please call to confirm availability and make an appointment.

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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.

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