08.14.23
Meet the Maker: Kristin Field
Move over, tie-dye! Natural dyeing is the newest craft Chicagoans are learning at the Maker Lab this Summer.
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08.07.23
Teen Spotlight: Gamers Universe Edition
Back in its second year, Gamers Universe is bigger and better than ever with 550+ enthusiasts enjoying a day of games and fun. At the helm of this successful convention? Teens! Meet one of the masterminds behind the event.
05.11.23
Career Days for Teens are Back at CPL
The successful College and Career Saturday’s event returns to CPL branches to provide teens with information on different career paths.
04.17.23
Computer 101: Free Tutorial at Chicago Public Library
Thanks to CyberNavigator Amy, patrons start using the computer and the Internet with confidence.
03.22.23
Bridging the Digital Divide with CyberNavigator Michael
From free computer courses to building websites, Michael is helping adult patrons in Chicago Public Library thrive in our increasingly digital world.
11.22.22
Meet the Maker: Esther Ajayi
Fall Maker-in-Residence Esther Ayaji makes crocheting cool agan, brining the beloved crafts to Chicagoans one Maker Lab class at a time.
11.10.22
Ask a Maker: Christopher Swenson
Self-described professional tinkerer, Christopher Swenson has been making his own keyboards from scratch. Read on to see how he used the tools at the Maker Lab to bring his project to life!
09.29.22
Back to School Fest in West Lawn
Chicago Public Library and Amazon celebrate learning with Teachers in the Library!
09.15.22
Meet the Library Foundation Team: Harriett Davis
On her fifth birthday, Harriett rushed to her local library branch to get her first library card. Today, she helps raise critical funds for resources and programs at Chicago Public Library for Chicagoans of all ages.