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Read, learn, discover. Opened in 1873, Chicago Public Library has locations in every Chicago neighborhood. chipublib.org Chicago Joined March 2010-
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Teens, start your summer reading challenge by picking up your Pick 4 card! Every four activities completed earns you a raffle entry for a chance to win our Summer at CPL grand prize. Plus, you can earn a FREE Summer at CPL tote bag. Get started: chi.gov/summerteens
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Gamers Universe is almost here! Join us this Saturday and take part in the biggest FREE gaming convention in Chicago. Compete in our Mario Kart tournament for a chance to win a grand prize or join our cosplay contest to show off your creativity. chi.gov/gu2026
Take part in Summer at CPL to keep your little ones on track for success! Children who complete our Summer Activity Guide can turn it in for a FREE limited-edition Summer at CPL t-shirt (while supplies last). Get started: chi.gov/summerkids
Make this summer unforgettable with Summer at CPL. This year's theme, Chapters of Chicago, celebrates the stories, sounds, flavors and creativity that define our city. Experience Chicago like you’ve never experienced it before: chipublib.org/summer
On this World Environment Day, we share these photographs from CPL's Chicago Park District Records that take you back to 1975, when Junior Laborers helped clean up Chicago’s Calumet Park.
Get ready, Chicago! Tomorrow is the Summer at CPL kicks off! Join us at Woodson, Legler and Sulzer Regional Libraries to start your summer. This year's theme is Chapters of Chicago — stop by to learn how you can start your journey. chi.gov/summeratcpl
There’s so much more to explore at all three celebrations, including signing up for our summer reading challenges and scoring free, exclusive merch (while supplies last). Register now: chipublib.org/summer
Legler will welcome the Jesse White Tumblers (@jwtumblingteam), fill you up with a Taste of the City food experience and offer a fun way to beat the heat with a foam party. You'll also be able to get creative with the Art Institute of Chicago (@artinstitutechi).
Are you ready for our Summer at CPL Kickoffs, taking place this Saturday, June 6, at Woodson, Legler and Sulzer Regional Libraries? Here’s a sneak peek of some of the events:
CPL's June Book of the Month is "Woodworking" by @emilystjams. The novel follows 35-year-old Erica, a recently divorced trans woman. The story follows her unlikely friendship with a trans student as they navigate rural South Dakota. Place a hold: chi.gov/junebotm
Celebrate #PrideMonth at your local library! This month, CPL will host events, movies, resource fairs and more, all celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. To kick off the month, enjoy these photos from the 90s taken at a Pride Parade. chi.gov/pridemonth2026
Join CPL in welcoming @TempestWilliams to Harold Washington Library Center on Monday, June 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Williams will be discussing her new book "The Glorians" and her career. Learn more: chi.gov/terrytwilliams This event is co-presented by @wcfbook.
We’re less than two weeks away from this year's American Writers Festival on June 7 at Harold Washington Library Center! Presented alongside @AWMuseum, we’ll welcome over 90 bestselling and award-winning writers. Learn more: chi.gov/awf 📸 INDIRAP Productions
This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives while serving the U.S. Pictured bottom left is John A. Logan, Commander in Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, namesake of Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood and founder of the first official #MemorialDay in 1868.
Do you love CPL? Are you a Chicago high school student? Apply to a paid summer teen internship for ages 16 to 19! Under the supervision of CPL staff, you will collaborate with fellow interns to assist patrons, promote reading and more. Learn more: chi.gov/teensummerinte…
Designed for those who need support navigating the digital world, DigitalLearn offers courses online and at CPL locations on email basics, finding jobs online, using video conferencing and more! No login needed. Get started for free: chi.gov/digitallearn
Don't forget to RSVP for our Summer at CPL kickoffs happening at Woodson, Legler and Sulzer Regional Libraries! We’ll have activities for all ages including the launch of this year's summer reading challenges. Happening June 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. chi.gov/summeratcpl
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Blast off on 6/13 at Gamer’s Universe, the free @chipublib all-ages gaming convention! Sign up to play games and more! web.cvent.com/event/b93c6c56… For accessibility: Access@chipublib.org 🚀 ASL interpretation provided for the Cosplay Contest from 2:30-3PM.
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