Join Chicago Public Library as we celebrate Women's History Month. Throughout the month of March, CPL will offer empowering events to highlight the contributions of women to the American fabric through art and experience.
Events
See event highlights below and view all Women's History Month events.
Featured
Artemis Singers Performance
2 - 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 16
Sulzer Regional Library
Artemis Singers is a self-directed, lesbian feminist chorus. They only perform music written or arranged by women. Their musical selections seek to uplift, move, and motivate while educating and entertaining the audience.
Firsthand Homeless: Conversations on Women and Homelessness
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 18
Austin Branch
Join us for an in-person thought-provoking documentary film series event addressing the intersection of women, gender-based violence, and homelessness. Engage in a meaningful discussion with expert speakers during the panel session, exploring the complex issues highlighted in the FIRSTHAND: Homeless Series. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and contribute to the conversation on vital societal challenges.
Zine Workshop and Open Mic with Girls Rock! Chicago
1 - 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 23
Chinatown Branch
Girls Rock! Chicago hosts a zine workshop and open mic. Come prepared to celebrate women/trans folks in history through a zine workshop and then hear Chicago's rising performers and maybe even sign up for your own opportunity to rock out at this inspiring event.
Poetry Open Mic Night
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25
Legler Regional Library
Join us to share your poetry, writing or spoken word art in a safe and supportive setting. Spoken word artist and self-published author Audacious Don will kick off the night with a performance of her work.
Magic for Everyone by Magic in Heels
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 30
Budlong Woods Branch
In this workshop, you will learn about the women in magic history who have influenced modern day magic, you'll learn a trick that you can do at home, at a party with their friends, etc. All materials will be provided.
Arts and Crafts
Women's Wonderland: A Celebration!
4 - 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5
Woodson Regional Library
Origami Tulips for International Women's Day
6 - 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5
Richard M. Daley-W Humboldt Branch
Embroidery Workshop with Connie Toebe
12 - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 9
Harold Washington Library Center
Pointalistic Drawing: An Exploration
2 - 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 23
Harold Washington Library Center
Book Clubs
Adult Book Discussion: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
1 - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 2
Avalon Branch
Adult Book Discussion: Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 14
Hegewisch Branch
Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass
6 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 28
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch
Film Screenings
Film Screening: Women Talking (2022)
1:30 - 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, March 10
King Branch
Monday Matinee: Florence Foster Jenkins (2016)
2 - 4 p.m. on Monday, March 25
Edgewater Branch
Film Screening: Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30
Portage-Cragin Branch
Recommended Reading
Women's History Month 2024: Books for Kids
Women's History Month 2024: Books for Teens
Women’s History Month 2024: Books for Adults
Women's History: Recent Highlights (March 2024)
Recommended Online Resource
Chronicling America: Golden Flyer Suffragettes
This guide provides access to materials related to the Golden Flyer Suffragettes, two women who set up in April 1916 on a five month, cross-continent journey for women's right to vote.
