12.20.21
It’s A Wrap on 2021!
Thanks to you for helping us turn another challenging year into a year for the… dare we say it… books! As we count down to 2022, let’s look at all that we’ve made possible together.
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Category: Featured
11.22.21
A Sprinkle of Gratitude for Thanksgiving
We know—it’s been another unique year. But as we navigate and respond to the changing times, we are thankful that some things remain constant: family, friends, and the Library!
11.10.21
Meet the Maker: Faith Humphrey Hill
No stranger to Harold Washington Library Center, Faith Humphrey Hill is this Fall’s Maker-in-Residence, teaching Library users how to knit, draw using digital tools—and asking us to remember those whose lives were lost to COVID-19 with her famous knit-prints.
10.15.21
From Swamps to Parks: Chicago Public Library Takes Us Through a Historic Journey of the City
What does it take to bring the history of Chicago Parks to life? Chicago Public Library Senior Archival Specialist Johanna Russ tells us.
08.30.21
Community Member Spotlight: Ian Champ is a Champion of the Library
Ian Champ’s local library opened a whole new world when he was a kid. Today, he’s opening doors of knowledge, wonder, and opportunity for kids and youth as a member of the Chicago Public Library Foundation community.
06.18.21
Seeing Mariame Kaba through the Lens of the Archives
Administrative records, banners, digital photographs, flyers, memos, program guides, and ‘zines all create an in-depth portrait of a human being who dedicated her life to creating an equitable and just society, where black people can live not in fear, but in peace, where the youth can thrive, and where women can feel safe. Get to know Mariame Kaba through the lens of an archivist.
05.17.21
Meet the Chief Librarian: Chris Brown
It was in Chicago that a 20-something Chris discovered his calling to become a librarian. So, returning to Chicago as library commissioner feels like coming full circle.
05.03.21
A Young, Rad Reader: Meet Ishaan
At four, Ishaan appreciates stories where he can see himself. He also loves learning about characters that are different from him. Mother and son share their love for diverse books lead to appreciation, empathy, and a fun family tradition!
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.