The fifth annual for-teens-by-teens ChiTeen Lit Fest takes place Friday and Saturday, November 6-7. For the first time, the fest is fully virtual! ChiTeen Lit Fest provides a safe and creative space for you to unlock and discover your unique voice through literary arts. Get Published Before the Fest Each week leading up to the…
Woodson Reading Circle Online Book Discussions Explore Black Culture from Scholarly Perspective
September 25, 2020
The Carter G. Woodson Reading Circle is a new community-based book discussion group exploring views of Black culture from a scholarly perspective, starting with the theme of social justice. This monthly event features an accomplished guest from the community to lead the conversation. Events are held on Zoom. The events are hosted by Woodson Regional…
Suncatcher Grab & Go Kits for Kids Available Through October 5 at Dunning Branch
September 24, 2020
Pick up a grab & go craft kit for kids 3 to 13 at Dunning Branch. The latest kit includes materials and directions to make a beautiful fall leaf suncatcher. Kits are available during library hours September 21 through October 5…
How Did You Play? Tell Us and Be Entered in a Prize Drawing
September 23, 2020
How did you play during the 2020 Day of Play? Did you build a tower? Create some art? Tell a story with a friend? We love to hear about all the ways you like to play. Submit the form below to be entered to win a special play set. Find more ways to play and…
Early Voting Begins October 1; Find Locations, Hours
September 21, 2020
Starting October 1, any Chicago voter may cast a ballot for the November 3 general election at any of these sites no matter where they live. Please check with the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners for the most up-to-date information. Early Voting Information Government-issued photo ID is not required, but it is helpful if there…
The Right to Vote: Then and Now
September 21, 2020
2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, part of a long struggle to expand voting rights for all Americans. This year, we're experiencing a potentially historic election by voting during a pandemic. Read on for more information about women’s suffrage in Illinois and voting in 2020. Celebrating the 19th Amendment The 19th Amendment…
Talavera Poblana: Mexican Ceramics on Display at Harold Washington Library Center
September 15, 2020
Talavera Poblana: Mexican Ceramics is on display in the Popular Library on the ground floor of Harold Washington Library Center from September 15 to November 2 in celebration of Latinx Heritage Month. Pottery in the Talavera Poblana tradition typically features bright colorful designs on a white background. A product of Mexican artisans, it’s widely exported…
Practical Prints: 3D Printing for Kids This Fall
September 15, 2020
Have you ever been interested in 3D printing? Looking to design some practical and unique prints? Join us this fall and learn how to make four practical prints that can be super useful as you start your new school year! Using free 3D modeling programs such as Tinkercad, learn how to create and design customizable keychains, bookmarks, tablet/phone stands and ear bud…
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with CPL in September and October
September 11, 2020
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Chicago Public Library from September 15 to October 15. Through this year's theme, Telling Our Stories, we're exploring Latinx cultures, contributions and experiences. Events See all our Latinx Heritage Month events. Highlights include: Adults and Teens Cooking Demo: The Chi-Rican Jibarito Sandwich 5 p.m. Thursday, October 1 Chef Roberto Perez…
Play Together, Learn Forever: Pick Up a Preschool Play Kit
September 11, 2020
Families looking for a way to play and learn with your preschooler at home: Play kits are now available at to take home Chicago Public Library locations citywide. No library card needed, these kits are yours to keep. Kits were developed in partnership with Chicago Children's Museum and the Chicago Public Library Foundation. Play is…
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