1,000 guests, 90 authors. and $2.4 million – this year’s Carl Sandburg Literary Awards is the biggest in history. All for the love of Chicago Public Library
Bilal’s library story began when he was seven years old. Now, at 14, he still attends the Teacher in the Library every day. Find out why.
Have you ever wondered about the relationship between astrophysics and the millitary? Read on to discover Neil deGrasse Tyson’s thoughts on their overlap.
We’re inviting Foundation donors to an exclusive reception with Susan Orlean on November 13, ahead of her public discussion on her new book.
We’re diving into Philip K. Dick’s iconic novel this fall, and bringing its sci-fi themes to life with free, fun events around the city.
What is the secret to happily ever after? As it turns out, it’s kindness. Read here to learn more.
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?
It may be back to school this month, but its never too early to mark your calendars early for next year’s program! Check out our interview with Gardner family and how they made the Summer Learning Challenge a BIG part of their family’s summer.
What do scribbles, passion and a little bit of magic have in common? Based on our interview with Judy Blume, it seems like it might just be the recipe for literary genius. On October 9th, we will be honoring Judy Blume at the Carl Sandburg Literary Awards Dinner, celebrating her contributions to the literary world […]