On the last Saturday in June, something big, exciting and rainbow-colored happens in Chicago: the Pride Parade! Lots of us know that June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (and more) people extra loudly. Pride is a fun, colorful, festive month that can include all sorts of…
Trans Stories for Every Reader
Celebrate Pride Month with trans stories in a variety of genres.
Celebrating Author Rick Riordan and Mythology
Happy Birthday to author Rick Riordan in June! Fans of Rick Riordan's humorous, action-packed fantasies will be thrilled to know there's a world of books named "Rick Riordan Presents" which the author helps select. He particularly tries to feature authors with diverse cultures and backgrounds so you can explore all types of mythologies. The Spirit…
A Summer Playlist of Books for Kids
Playlists are one great way to listen to songs you love! I love making playlists of songs for all sorts of different reasons--for rainy days or sunny days, for happy times and sad times. These books are all about different kinds of music that even the youngest kids can explore. The Roots of Rap: Explore…
Sing a Picture Book
I love to sing with my niece and nephew because I know how much singing benefits young children. Singing helps: relax babies toddlers learn new words preschoolers learn that words are broken down into smaller sounds which is an important part of learning to read! and more! But no one has ever confused me for…
Dance Party for Kids!
Have you ever noticed just how much your toddler or preschooler moves throughout the day? Jumps wiggles, spins, leaps—young children are made to move! In fact, movement is an important part of their development. Every day they are learning to do new things with their bodies and how movement can represent actions or communicate. How…
Kids, Dance Along to Chicago Music Festivals
Who loves a music festival? I love a music festival! My favorite part of music festivals is that you can see so many performances in a short span of time. Lots of bands and musicians love to play for audiences, especially audiences that dance, bob their heads and sing along. You don't have to be…
50th Anniversary of the St. Nicholas Theater Company
Fifty years ago, David Mamet, Steven Schacter, Patricia Cox and William H. Macy got together and created St. Nicholas Theater Company.
Build Your Digital Skills With Library Resources
Did you know Chicago Public Library has high-quality online resources to help you build your digital skills? Here are some easy ways to get started.
Gospel Greats
Susan recommends books about gospel performers and musicians to help you appreciate the things that make this musical genre special.
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