Are you CPL's next Maker-in-Residence? Apply by 11:59 p.m. March 1 using the form below. The residency runs from approximately May 1 to July 31. The Maker-in-Residence: uses a combination of art, science and technology to explore library collections, local data, history or culture. has access to Maker Lab equipment and staff. concludes with a…
Celebrate African American History Month with CPL
January 23, 2020
Join CPL as we celebrate African American History Month this February. Learn more about Afrofuturism and African American culture and traditions with our events and reading recommendations. Events We're offering exciting African American History Month events for all ages throughout the month. Here are some of the highlights. Keynote Events Film Screening: Blueprint for Bronzeville…
Chicago Student Invention Convention Programs
January 17, 2020
For the second year in a row, Chicago Public Library has partnered with Chicago Student Invention Convention to provide kids with workshops where they can design an invention that solves and everyday problem. Each series of programs walks participants through the process of coming up with an original invention and documenting the process. Participants may…
Board of Directors Meeting Agenda – January 21, 2020
January 16, 2020
January 21, 2020, 9:00 a.m. Harold Washington Library Center 400 S. State Street Lower Level Multi-Purpose Room Overview of the Harold Washington Library Center (info only) Approval of minutes for the November 19, 2019 meeting (action required) Schedule of Requisitions, Contracts and Licenses (info only) 2020 CPL Budget Update/Kelly Fund Budget Approval (action required…
Call for Artists: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
January 10, 2020
We're seeking local Asian/Pacific visual artists to exhibit at CPL locations during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May. Exhibits last four to 12 weeks. Eligibility Asian/Pacific visual artists who live in Chicagoland (city and suburbs). Location Chicago Public Library neighborhood branches. Accepted artists will be matched with appropriate locations and will need…
Get Ready to Read: Find the Perfect Book for Your Beginning Reader
December 31, 2019
When you’re learning to read and deciding what book to pick, you might feel a lot like Goldilocks. Some books might be too hard, some books might be too easy, but there are lots of books that will be just right! Whether you and your child are reading books together or your child is beginning…
Free Days at Chicago Museums in January
December 31, 2019
Enjoy free admission to Chicago museums on Illinois resident discount days in January. (Dates are subject to change, so please confirm dates with each museum.) Adler Planetarium January 7, 8, 9, 20, 21 and 22 Art Institute of Chicago Wednesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Chicago Children’s Museum First Sunday of every month…
What CPL Website Content Was Most Viewed in 2019?
December 26, 2019
You probably already know how much we love information at CPL. And with the new year upon us, we're reflecting on the information we shared in 2019. We thought you'd like to see what's important to us and your fellow Chicagoans. Here's a look at some of the most viewed content on our website this…
Sunday Hours Begin This Weekend at More CPL Locations
December 16, 2019
We’re rolling out Sunday hours at nine additional CPL locations beginning December 22. Throughout 2020, we'll continue to roll out Sunday hours in all 81 locations. Starting this week, these branches will be open 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Chicago Lawn Dunning Hall Little Italy Northtown Portage-Cragin Toman West Pullman Whitney M. Young, Jr…
Mayor Lightfoot and Chicago Public Library Announce Launch of Sunday Hours at Branch Libraries
December 16, 2019
Chicago Public Library and Mayor Lightfoot announced a plan to roll out Sunday hours at all 81 branches by 2021.
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