The Chicago Public Library is excited to announce its fall 2026 programming for its Renaissance Project, an initiative funded by the Mellon Foundation to increase access to archival materials that reflect Chicago’s rich Black history. These Fall programs will highlight the lesser-known African American voices and bring the library’s extensive archives to life through engaging…
Documentary Club: Time Passages with Director Kyle Henry
We are pleased to welcome Kyle Henry, director of Time Passages for Documentary Club this August! About the Film In the final months of his mother Elaine’s late-stage dementia, as a pandemic rages across the globe, filmmaker Kyle Henry time travels via his family archive and his own memories to heal past wounds. Theirs is…
Mather’s Grow-It-Together Program Returns in 2026
Mather is partnering with Chicago Public Library to continue their hydroponic gardening program in 2026. Illinois residents who are 55 and older can receive a free gardening kit.
Grupos de conversación para practicar inglés con Literacy Chicago / Literacy Chicago’s English Language Practice Conversation Groups
¿Quiere practicar hablar y comprender inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupos de conversación con Literacy Chicago y mejore su capacidad de comunicarse.
Welcome to the Children’s Section!
When you step into the children’s section at any Chicago Public Library branch across the city, you’re met with books in all different shapes in sizes—how do you make sure you’re picking the right one? Here is a guide to the types of books you will find for kids at the library. Board Books…
How to Read With a Child
Regularly sharing books with your child is one of the best ways to ensure their long-term literacy success! In addition to being a wonderful bonding activity, reading to your child strengthens literacy skills, expands vocabulary and builds empathy. According to Scholastic’s Kids & Family Reading Report, 80% of kids 6 to 17 agree that being read to is a special time…
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with CPL
Celebrate individuals with disabilities during Disability Pride Month at CPL in conjunction with the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act in July.
Jump Into Reading Framework for Library Professionals
Are you a public librarian looking to support children learning to read but not sure where to start? Interested in strengthening your collections and programming for emerging readers and their families? Wondering how public librarians can support children learning to read even though they aren’t reading teachers? Chicago Public Library's Jump Into Reading initiative addresses these…
Jump Into Reading at CPL
Decodable books that help new readers learn to read are available to browse at several CPL locations.
Experience the Music of the Summer with Ravinia Festival Words & Music!
Chicago Public Library is excited to announce our participation in the Ravinia Festival Words and Music Program for 2026! This very special partnership brings a limited supply of free lawn passes to all Chicago Public Library branches. Attendees with these tickets can ride the Metra’s Union Pacific North Line to Ravinia for free. How to…
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