“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.
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.
Dr. Eve L. Ewing is many things – an award-winning poet, an acclaimed author, a comic book writer, and most recently, the recipient of the 21st Century Award. But she is and will always be a child of the Library.
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!
YOUmedia alumni turned mentor, Armani Harris, penned a hearfelt poem about the space that hold a special place in his heart.
Loud, messy, and teens running around, YOUmedia is everything a library shouldn’t be. And yet, for thousands of teen, Chicago Public Library’s YOUmedia is the only place where they’re allowed to be.
Loop. Twist. Pull. Head to the Library’s 9th floor and experience Special Collections with some plastic bags and needles!
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.
From a shy sophomore, Deandre is now the host, producer, and sound engineer of his own podcast – thanks to YOUmedia!