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Stars on Strings with Dave Herzog's Marionettes
Jul 10th - Jul 31st | All day
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Abra-ka-Dabra Magic Show with Pocket Circus
Jul 11th - Jul 26th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
Various branch locations
Sing and Soar with Nanny Nikki
Jul 11th - Jul 31st | All day
Various branch locations
Writing Circle
Jul 13th | 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Stars on Strings with Dave Herzog's Marionettes
Jul 10th - Jul 31st | All day
Various CPL locations
Abra-ka-Dabra Magic Show with Pocket Circus
Jul 11th - Jul 26th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
Various branch locations
Sing and Soar with Nanny Nikki
Jul 11th - Jul 31st | All day
Various branch locations
Writing Circle
Jul 13th | 6:15pm - 7:30pm
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Kids at CPL
Disability Pride Month 2026: Books for Kids
Celebrate Disability Pride Month by exploring these favorite books chosen by CPL's Diversability Advocacy Committee.
New in Kids Books: July 2026
Like to stay on trend? Here are the kids books we are most excited to read this month.
Greek Mythology Books for Kids
If you're feeling like you need a big story, try one of these spins on classic Greek mythology!
Disability Pride Month 2026: Books for Kids
Celebrate Disability Pride Month by exploring these favorite books chosen by CPL's Diversability Advocacy Committee.
New in Kids Books: July 2026
Like to stay on trend? Here are the kids books we are most excited to read this month.
Greek Mythology Books for Kids
If you're feeling like you need a big story, try one of these spins on classic Greek mythology!
Get Free Homework Help at CPL
Find answers to your questions at CPL. Use our free homework help resources in person and online.
Teens at CPL
Summer @ CPL: Chapters of Chicago for Teens
Summer @ CPL’s Chapters of Chicago teen reading list.
Teen Staff Picks (July 2026)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Epic Tales of Heroic Odysseys for Teens
Here are our top picks of Greek retellings for teens in anticipation of The Odyssey movie.
Summer @ CPL: Chapters of Chicago for Teens
Summer @ CPL’s Chapters of Chicago teen reading list.
Teen Staff Picks (July 2026)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Epic Tales of Heroic Odysseys for Teens
Here are our top picks of Greek retellings for teens in anticipation of The Odyssey movie.
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