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02.07.19

Harnessing the Power of Play

At CPL’s Early Learning Centers, children are not just children. They’re young engineers. They’re future scientists. They’re artists. They’re curious minds hungry to learn.

12.29.18

2018: A Year in Pictures

What a year it has been, thanks to you! Let’s look back at the memories and milestones you made possible.

12.05.18

Stories from the Heart

The Library’s story extends beyond the pages of its books. It is a patchwork of stories of children hungry to learn, of teens exploring the world around them, men and women pursuing lifelong learning and better futures, of seniors excited to learn to use computers for the first time, families creating memories over books and toys, immigrants learning to read and write…it is a story of a vibrant community. You. Me. Us. We are part of Chicago Public Library’s rich and thriving story.

09.23.18

Kindness is Love in Action

What is the secret to happily ever after? As it turns out, it’s kindness. Read here to learn more.

09.21.18

Playing Nice: Encouraging our Children to be Kind

L.R. Knost wrote, “It’s not our job to toughen our children up to face a cruel and heartless world. It’s our job to raise children who will make the world a little less cruel and heartless.” How do we raise kind kids?

09.10.18

Choose to be Kind

One simple act of kindness can cause a ripple. On week 2 of the #BeKind campaign, we learn how to project kindness outward. Happy reading!

09.06.18

This above all…To thine own self be Kind

We are kicking off our #BeKind campaign by starting within. After all, it is only when we are compassionate to ourselves that we can truly give compassion to others. Here are 5 simple ways you can practice self-compassion.