Exclusive CPL swag: Show off your library love with some unique gear like a tote, beanie, screen cleaner and more. A $50 gift card: Enjoy even more books, or whatever else you love, on us! Simply ...

How do you keep kids engaged all summer — while keeping things free, local and screen-light? That's exactly what Chicago Public Library's 2025 summer reading program is designed to do.“‘Summer at CPL' ...

The Chicago Public Library needs your help so it can continue to help you. When I say “you” I mean you, as in everybody, because even if you are reading this thinking that you don’t use the library, I ...

Chicago Public Library is breaking down barriers to make sure every resident, especially students, can access its resources. From automatic student enrollment to equity-driven policies, the city is ...

As a shy child, I cherished trips to my local library. From “The Giver” by Lois Lowry to “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston, I was transported to different worlds and time periods ...

There are some big changes coming to the Chicago Public Library. Starting May 1, the library will no longer issue e-cards. Some users will still have access until the beginning of August, but they ...

Starting May 1, the Chicago Public Library is making changes to library cards and borrowing limits it says will make materials more accessible to Chicago residents. E-cards will be discontinued, and ...

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