The 27th anniversary of Poetry Fest at Harold Washington Library Center, happening April 25 from 10AM-4PM, features an impressive lineup of workshops, open mics and presentations all centered around poetry. View the full list of events and learn more about celebrating Poetry month at CPL.
11th Annual Teen Winter Challenge Results
For our 11th Annual Teen Winter Challenge 244 Chicago high school students submitted portfolios and here are this year's prize winners!
Meet the 2026 Makers-in-Residence
Chicago Public Library is happy to announce the summer and fall 2026 Makers-in-Residence, Emma McKee and Josie Everett.
Free ESL and GED Classes offered at Libraries this Spring
GED classes are starting this winter at Woodson, and the City Colleges and UIC's Center for Literacy are continuing their free GED and ESL (English as a Second Language) classes at Legler, Archer Heights, Back of the Yards, and Little Village.
Exhibit: Two Bodies: Artworks Uniting Us by Kate Citrin
A new art exhibit, Two Bodies: Artworks Uniting Us, featuring paintings by Kate Citrin, opens April 12 at Harold Washington Library Center.
South Shore Branch Online Teen Poetry Contest
Celebrate National Poetry Month by writing a seven-line poem and submitting it to South Shore Branch for prizes. Contest runs April 1 - 30.
CyberNavigator Technology Tutors
Computer help from CyberNavigator technology tutors are available in CPL locations across the city.
Arab American Heritage Month at Chicago Public Library
Join Chicago Public Library as we celebrate Arab American Heritage Month 2026.
Are You The Next Soon To Be Famous Illinois Author?
Enter your work in the Soon to Be Famous Illinois Author Project contest for the opportunity to win a cash prize award and state-wide recognition. We’re looking for the best adult and YA fiction and memoirs by Illinois self- and indie-published authors. Through our annual contest, we’re helping Illinois libraries connect local authors with readers…
Exhibit: Stories That Click: Reimagining Chicago Brick by Brick
Stories That Click: Reimagining Chicago Brick-by-Brick, an exhibit on the ninth floor through April 2027.
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