Adult Learning
Adult Programs and News
Practice English with Literacy Chicago's Conversation Groups
Jan 21, 2026
¿Quiere practicar hablar inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupos de conversación con Literacy Chicago.
GED and ESL classes are at a Library location near you!
Jan 07, 2026
City Colleges and UIC's Center for Literacy are offering free GED and ESL classes at libraries. There are also online options.
Continuing Education Programs
Lifelong Learning
Call for Proposals for Poetry Programs
Jan 22, 2026
Seeking submissions for poetry programs. The theme is "world of poetry."
Mather’s Grow-It-Together Gardening Program Returns in 2026
Jan 28, 2026
Mather is partnering with Chicago Public Library to promote hydroponic gardening to Illinois residents who are 55 and older.
High School Equivalency Test Books
Test Prep Books
Digital Skills
Get Computer Help from CyberNavigator Technology Tutors
Computer help from CyberNavigator technology tutors are available in CPL locations across the city.
Build Your Digital Skills With Library Resources
Did you know Chicago Public Library has online resources to help you build your digital skills? Here are some easy ways to get started.
Digital Skills Online Resources
Chicago DigitalLearn: Getting Started on a Computer
Learn about computers and how to use them, including how to use a mouse and keyboard.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Navigating a Website
Learn to navigate your way around websites.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Accounts and Passwords
Learn the basics of creating online accounts, including creating secure passwords and keeping accounts safe.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Intro to Email
New to email? Take this class to get started. Learn what email is, how to set up an account, how to reply to and send emails, and more.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Getting Started on a Computer
Learn about computers and how to use them, including how to use a mouse and keyboard.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Navigating a Website
Learn to navigate your way around websites.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Accounts and Passwords
Learn the basics of creating online accounts, including creating secure passwords and keeping accounts safe.
Chicago DigitalLearn: Intro to Email
New to email? Take this class to get started. Learn what email is, how to set up an account, how to reply to and send emails, and more.
ONLINE LEARNING AND TUTORING
Learn English
Find English Language Classes in Chicago
Are you learning English? Here are some resources for free English classes that can help you with your English learning goals.
Use Cell-Ed to Practice English Anytime, Anywhere
Cell-Ed is an easy-to-use app that can help you practice English and much more.
Resources for Learning English as a Second Language
Adult learners, explore these free resources for help learning English.
Find English Language Classes in Chicago
Are you learning English? Here are some resources for free English classes that can help you with your English learning goals.
Use Cell-Ed to Practice English Anytime, Anywhere
Cell-Ed is an easy-to-use app that can help you practice English and much more.
Resources for Learning English as a Second Language
Adult learners, explore these free resources for help learning English.
English Language Learning Books
Self-Paced Learning
LinkedIn Learning: How to Use LinkedIn Learning
Learn about using LinkedIn Learning. After logging in with your CPL library card, search for "How to Use LinkedIn Learning" to get started.
Illinois Financial Wellness Hub (FinWell Hub)
The Illinois Financial Wellness Hub (FinWell Hub) provides free resources to help all Illinois residents plan a better financial future.
OverDrive: Browse Self-Improvement Titles
OverDrive has a large selection of eBooks and audiobooks on a wide variety of self-improvement subjects.
LinkedIn Learning: How to Use LinkedIn Learning
Learn about using LinkedIn Learning. After logging in with your CPL library card, search for "How to Use LinkedIn Learning" to get started.
Illinois Financial Wellness Hub (FinWell Hub)
The Illinois Financial Wellness Hub (FinWell Hub) provides free resources to help all Illinois residents plan a better financial future.
OverDrive: Browse Self-Improvement Titles
OverDrive has a large selection of eBooks and audiobooks on a wide variety of self-improvement subjects.