04.20.20
Chicago Public Library is here for You
Chicago Public Library is so much bigger than our buildings. Our doors may be closed but we will continue to every Chicagoan in every neighborhood.
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Category: Featured
02.03.20
Stop Boredom this Winter. Chill at the Library!
Winter can be boring and dreary. But it doesn’t have to be. At Chicago Public Library’s Early Learning Centers, winter can be heartening, productive, even magical for children and parents alike
12.10.19
Education Takes a Village
Teacher in the Library, Leonetta is the program’s most staunch advocate. “It’s more than just homework help. It’s developing confidence among students. It’s empowering caregivers to guide their children. It’s giving people and communities access, resources, and opportunities to succeed,” she says.
11.26.19
Teaching Seniors Tech at Chicago Public Library
“One patron recently turned on the computer, logged into his account, and completed a short email. The look of triumph and the proud smile on his face was priceless.” For CyberNavigator Jill, it’s more than teaching tech. It’s helping patrons realize they, too, have a place in today’s digital world.
10.23.19
George R.R. Martin and Dr. Eve L. Ewing Celebrate the Power of Chicago Public Library
For one night, the Library’s most ardent champions and advocates gathered to raise more than $2.2 million in celebration of everything that the Library stands for−access, equity, and opportunity for every Chicagoan.
10.05.19
Chicago Public Library Officially Goes Fine-Free!
Chicago Public Library is taking access and equity to a whole new level by becoming the largest library system in the nation to go fine-free!
09.15.19
YOUmedia: When a Teen Space Transforms into a Sanctuary
To Erik, YOUmedia is more than just the physical space; it’s the people that have his pillar of support, especially during the most trying time of his teen life.
09.10.19
Finding His Voice in YOUmedia
From a shy sophomore, Deandre is now the host, producer, and sound engineer of his own podcast – thanks to YOUmedia!