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OBOC 2024: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
Join One Book, One Chicago in 2024 as we celebrate Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. From September to December,…
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YOUmedia Crafternoon: Decoupage Memory Boxes
Sep 9th | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Chicago Ping-Pong League
Sep 9th | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Latin Dance Presentation with Amanda Saucedo
Sep 9th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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CPS Battle of the Books 2025: Grades 4-6
Chicago Public School students competing on the 4th-6th grade team will read these titles in 2024-2025.
CPS Battle of the Books 2025: Grades 7-8
Chicago Public School students competing on the 7th-8th grade team will read these titles in 2024-2025.
Kids Staff Picks (August 2024)
Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
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From book recommendations to events at your neighborhood location to online resources, view everything CPL has to offer for kids!
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Teen Staff Picks (July 2024)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Disability Pride Month 2024: Books for Teens
Celebrate by exploring these favorite books by authors with disabilities as well as authentic reads on the disability experience.
Creating the Ultimate YA Book Playlist for Lollapalooza
Lollapalooza is around the corner! As you make your preparations, consider reading these YA books reminiscent of this year's headliners!
Find Your Rhythm: Music Books for Teens
Music-themed books and other fun summer reads for teens.
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2023: Your Impact by the Numbers
Learn how you’re transforming libraries in the CPL Foundation impact report.
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