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Pilsen Days is only open for a few more weeks! Don’t miss out on this incredible exhibit by Akito Tsuda celebrating the Mexican American community in Pilsen. Learn more about the exhibit here: https://lnkd.in/g53YFhbP The exhibit is part of Art Design Chicago and made possible by the Terra Foundation for American Art. Further support was provided by the Japan Foundation.

Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown and rapbrarian Roy Kinsey were on Fox 32 Chicago discussing Poetry Month at CPL. Plus: Roy recited a verse for viewers from his song “The Secret Life of Dandelions.” Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gpaqPhSF #PoetryMonth #Rapbrarian

It takes a community to keep our Chicago Public Library thriving. This #NationalLibraryWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible donors who make it all possible: ✔️ Monthly supporters who give consistently to fuel programs year-round ✔️ Board members who lead with passion, purpose, and deep commitment give back to the libraries that shaped their own stories ✔️ Corporate partners who invest in digital equity, early literacy, and more ✔️ Individual donors who give back to the libraries that shaped their own stories Thanks to you, Chicago Public Library remains a beacon of learning, creativity, and community. Join us in thanking the donors who help libraries transform lives every day and read more about our donor community on our blog: https://bit.ly/4hEw3kV

NOW OPEN at Hall Branch: The Black Alchemists. Presented by the Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection, this powerful exhibit explores the impact of African American visual artists from the 1930s–1950s and their lasting influence on art and culture in Chicago. Thank you to all who came to the opening of the exhibition a few weeks ago and thank you to the Getty Foundation for their support of this project. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ctFEcq

Public libraries need you! This #TakeActionForLibraries Day, show up for Chicago Public Library by supporting the Chicago Public Library Foundation. Your gift supports lifelong learning programs that meet the needs of our city. Thanks to donors like you, we served 35% more Chicagoans with Library programs in 2024 than the year before. Let’s keep that momentum going. Make your gift today and help us make more possible: https://bit.ly/4gcCfPr And find other ways to support CPL with the handy graphic on the second slide.

How many Chicago Public Library branches have you visited? This Library lover has made it to 29 out of 81! Start your own library adventure with our downloadable CPL Coloring Map—track your visits, explore new neighborhoods, and celebrate the power of libraries across Chicago! 🗺️🖍️ Download the map here: https://bit.ly/4jmCjPs #DrawnToTheLibrary #NationalLibraryWeek #LibrariesTransform

We 🫶 Chicago Public Library library workers! Immense thank you to the library staff who work hard to ensure Chicagoans have the resources they need. Do you have a favorite Library worker? Let us know in the comments. 

Thank you for entering our Enchanted Forest with us at Night in the Stacks! Your incredible support helped raise vital funds for Chicago Public Library programs that nurture curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning citywide. We’re still enchanted by the magic of the night—relive the wonder and check out photo highlights here: https://lnkd.in/eTytdnHr 🌿📚 #NightInTheStacks

Happy National Library Week! This week, we’re celebrating everything Chicago Public Library makes possible—from helping students succeed with homework, to teaching adults digital skills, to expanding access to art, music, and more. Thanks to donors like you, CPL continues to be a community hub for learning, creativity, and opportunity across all 77 neighborhoods. 💙 Celebrate with us and see the difference you make: cplfoundation.org #NationalLibraryWeek #LibrariesTransform #SupportLibraries #ChicagoPublicLibrary #CPLProud

Join us for an unforgettable conversation at Chicago Public Library’s 26th Annual Poetry Fest with our keynote speaker, Marcelo Hernandez Castillo! A celebrated poet, author, and advocate, Marcelo’s work spans themes of migration, identity, and resilience. From his acclaimed memoir Children of the Land to his award-winning poetry collections, his words have left a lasting impact on literature and activism. He will be in conversation with Alejandra Oliva, offering insights into his writing, advocacy, and the power of storytelling. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to engage with a leading voice in contemporary poetry! https://bit.ly/4cfiVR4