08.19.25
Summer at CPL: How a Reading Challenge Sparked My Love for Libraries, Birding, and Community
A Chicagoan shares how Summer at CPL opened doors to birding, new branches, and joyful library moments with her daughter.
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08.19.25
Summer at Chicago Public Library: Reading and Nature, a Perfect Combo
Discover how Chicagoans explored reading, birding, sustainability, and community fun during Summer at CPL. Thanks to donors and patrons!
07.10.25
A Full Circle Moment: YOUmedia Alum Returns to CPL
Discover how one teen’s first visit to YOUmedia at Harold Washington Library launched a lifelong connection with Chicago Public Library, inspiring a career in librarianship.
06.30.25
Meet the artist: Katie Lukes Talks about the Summer @ CPL Design
Check out the process behind designing CPL’s 2025 summer artwork.
03.18.25
Chicago Public Library Hosts Inaugural Convening for Youth-Serving Organizations
Powered by Amazon, this groundbreaking event connects 200 nonprofit professionals serving K-12 students across Chicago.
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.
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.
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.
08.04.20
Breaking Barriers to Access: Chicago Public Library Partners with Working in the Schools (WITS) to Empower Early Readers at Home
Access to free, high-quality summer learning programs is more critical today than ever before. Together, Chicago Public Library, Chicago Public Library Foundation and WITS will empower thousands of Chicago families to fight the COVID learning slide by connecting them to an unparalleled network of educational services and supports.