04.21.21
Community Member Spotlight: Meet Andrea Sáenz
For Andrea Sáenz, all roads lead to public service. That is why she continues to find ways to realize the possibility of what a Library could be.
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04.07.21
Community Member Spotlight: Lilliane, A Bibliophile Who Understands the Impact of Chicago Public Library
Then and now, Chicago Public Library has remained a constant in Lilliane’s life. Read how this lifelong library lover turned into a lifelong library supporter.
03.29.21
Community Member Spotlight: Meet Mary Beth, A Library Champion In and Out of School
“The Library is an optimistic investment in our community. It’s an investment in our children, teens, and every Chicagoan who wants to learn. As a patron, I have experienced how the Library has enriched my life. As a teacher, I have witnessed how the Library makes a real difference in my students’ learning. So, If I can give a little more and contribute what I can to empower more people through the Library, why wouldn’t I do that?” Meet Mary Beth Hutchinson, educator and library champion!
03.19.21
10 Reasons the Chicago Public Library Foundation’s Read-A-Thon is Rad
Why join the Rad-est Read-A-Thon in the city? Let us count the ways. Exclusive swag prizes, choose your own adventure, a banging throwback to the ’90s, the reasons are pretty awesome.
02.16.21
How To Curb Students’ Learning Loss? Virtual Teachers in the Library Can Make a Difference
Understanding the need for for accessible, free, and high-quality academic support for thousands of students in the city, Chicago Public Library has transformed its signature after school in-branch program, Teacher in the Library, into a virtual format.
02.16.21
Why Do We Love Chicago Public Library?
The pandemic has been incredibly difficult for all of us in more ways than one. But the Library reminds us that we are not alone. Through its digital programs and virtual events, Chicago Public Library continues to strengthen a sense of community across 77 neighborhoods—even if we are apart.
12.22.20
Bringing Chicago Public Library to Your Homes
This is a heartwarming story of how Chicago Public Library turned a challenging time into a fun learning adventure for the Pineda Family.
12.21.20
Home for the Holidays: How to Make this Season Extra Warm and Fuzzy
The holiday season will be memorable in ways that we never could have imagined. We may be celebrating apart, but we are in this, TOGETHER.
11.19.20
Thanksgiving from a Distance: 6 Ways to Make it Special
While we know that nothing can replace a warm embrace and the special people in our lives eating and laughing at one table, we have put together some resources to bring holiday cheer to this year’s thanksgiving.