Library News

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March 17, 2026

Free Museum Days in Chicago

Illinois residents with valid IDs can experience several of Chicago’s well-loved museums for FREE in 2026!

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March 16, 2026

Youth Reading Challenges

Our Youth Services department offers seasonal and year-round reading challenges for children from birth through 5th grade.

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February 19, 2026

National Random Acts of Kindness Week

Take a look at our book suggestions and simple activities to inspire kindness all year long.

Artwork by Lorraine Nam from "I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy."

February 18, 2026

Find Your Joy This National Library Week!

This National Library Week, we’re celebrating joy! “Find Your Joy” is an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library.

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January 5, 2026

Winter Reading 2026: Unwrapped / Lectura de invierno: desenvuelto

This Winter Reading, unwrap a new read! What story will you uncover?

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January 2, 2026

MLK Day of Service 2026

Join us on January 19 from 1:00-3:00 PM for a day of service to help our community.

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October 27, 2025

Programs & Activities for Grades K-5 This November & December

Join us this November and December for in-person programs and registered crafts for kids in grades K-5!

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September 12, 2025

Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 | El Mes de la Herencia Hispana 2025

You are invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Le invitamos a celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana!

July 18, 2025

Now Streaming: Kanopy!

Kanopy is an on-demand streaming service that offers free access to thousands of films, TV shows, documentaries, and kids content.

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July 3, 2025

Programs & Activities for Grades K-5 This Summer

Join us at the library this July and August for a variety of programs and activities for kids in grades K-5!

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May 6, 2025

New for Kids: The 500 Book Challenge

We’re excited to launch the 500 Book Challenge, a fun and flexible reading program for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade!

April 18, 2025

Summer Reading 2025... Plot Twist!

Join us for Summer Reading... Plot Twist!

Expect the unexpected—choose a book and see what surprises come with it! You will receive your prize right away: a tote bag, a book, and goodies that are inspired by the book you select.

March 21, 2025