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Read local with our latest roundup of recent books by authors with a connection to the Chicago area and books about or set in Chicagoland.
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New month, new stories. November’s teen picks are packed with great reads. Whether you're winding down after school or diving into a weekend escape,...
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First week of November is Holocaust Education Week, which honours the survivors of the Holocaust and addresses systemic oppression and antisemitism. Holocaust...
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November is Hindu Heritage Month, a time to celebrate, reflect on and honour the wonderful contribution to Canadian society made by Hindu Canadians. This...
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There's so much we can do to help our communities: mutual aid, checking in on your neighbors, tending a community garden, and supporting your public...
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Black American Contributions in Entrepreneurship, Labor, Money, and Technology
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Celebrate Calgary's Pride season with this curated list of local queer authors from the Calgary Public Library's READ (Rainbow Employee's...
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Check out these titles to dive into stories where you decide what happens next! @BurlONLibrary bplkids
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Islamic Heritage Month is an opportunity to learn about, celebrate, and engage with the rich culture of Islam and the significant contributions Muslim people...
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A booklist for International Workers Day
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Celebrate the stories that shape us and the spaces that connect us. Libraries are more than buildings—they’re hubs of learning, inclusion, and imagination....
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Books related to Italians and Italian Americans in Boston.
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November picks are here! Looking for your next great read? Check out this month’s staff selections. Perfect for cooler days, cozy nights, and a little fall...
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Oct 16, 2025 - Uthmeier is directing state-funded lawyers to defend Miami-Dade College in 'bogus lawsuit.'
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Families come in every description. Explore the diversity of families this month and talk with your little one about what makes your own family unique.
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Let us be your guides to the year's buzziest fiction. These are the year's top picks from readers, reviewers & awards groups.
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These romance books have major fall vibes. Enjoy while drinking a PSL in an adorable scarf and watching the leaves fall.
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Established in 1950 to celebrate the best writing in America, The National Book Awards are overseen by the National Book Foundation, a nonprofit organization...
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Interested in employing A.I. as a tool during your job search? These titles can help.
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Whether you are seeking promotion or a new job, this list is here to help you build your networking skills
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Looking for a romance novel to curl up with this winter? Try out these books, where the leading ladies (or leading lads) try to thaw the hearts of handsome...
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Honor and celebrate our regional Indigenous authors by reading their books! Check out these 12 books for adults and children penned by authors from various New...
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Spend National Indigenous History Month with these middle-grade books written (and drawn!) by Indigenous authors. Whether you're in the mood for a chapter...
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The Nonfiction Night book club meets at the Brighton Branch, typically on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm, barring holidays or special events. No...
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“It is in the interest of tyrants to reduce the people to ignorance and vice. For they cannot live in any country where virtue and knowledge...
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Books with strategies for managing the complexities of life that interfere with our ability to focus.
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Chicago Public Library recommends these titles as the very best picture books published in 2025 for kids from birth to 3rd grade.
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We recommend these as the very best fiction published for kids in 4th through 8th grade in 2025.
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Chicago Public Library recommends these titles as the very best fiction published for teens in 2025.
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Get the latest stories and updates from our curators, cataloguers, reference staff and guest contributors. Find out more about amazing items in our collection.
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Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
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Celebrate LBGTQIA+ history in October and all year around with the books recommended by CPL's Rainbow Committee.
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25 books about making the brave choice to stand up for yourself and for others, even when that means walking away.
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For fans of the musical Wicked and those who are excited for the second of a two-part film adaption of the Broadway show inspired by the Wizard of Oz. BPL has...
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Nov 25, 2025 - Two months after the job offer, the former library director has not signed a contract due to an unresolved lawsuit against the town and a former Board of...
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Are you getting ready for your very first day of school? Here are 25 picture books just for you.
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25 books for kids about protecting the freedom to read, the joy of choosing what you read, and the power of sharing stories.
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Discover the magic of storytelling without words through this collection of captivating wordless picture books. @BurlONLibrary bplearly
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Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
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Celebrate Native American heritage year-round with these titles selected with input from Chicago Public Library’s Native American Heritage Committee.
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Encourage awareness and empathy through these picture books about the immigrant experience!
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This photograph was taken during the visit made by former Ontario Liberal Party leader Dalton McGuinty to the Brantford Public Library on August 27th of 1997....
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Chicago Public Library recommends these titles as the very best graphic novels and manga published for teens in 2025.
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they feature dystopian short stories with a sense of the absurd, just in time for Black Friday.
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Teaching and learning have changed, and the shift to hybrid learning forces libraries to provide alternatives to physical resources.
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Are you gearing up for a stay-cation this summer? Looking for some good beach reads to take traveling with you that will remind you of 'Home Sweet...
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Golsa Sadrieh cub writer Last fall, the BHHS library got two new staff who are figuring out how to connect with the student body. Cynthia Bailon joined Norman...
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Choose kindness with these picture books! Book descriptions courtesy of NovelistPlus.- Theme: Kindness and Play Little Hikers Preschool Visit
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These picture books explore intergenerational family stories of immigration to the United States and migration within the United States.
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For those who are disabled, chronically ill, and neurospicy, this list is full of resources to help you survive (and thrive) the workplace
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Chicago Public Library recommends these titles as the very best nonfiction published for teens in 2025.
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Chicago Public Library recomienda estos títulos como los mejores libros publicados en español en 2025 para niños desde el nacimiento hasta el tercer grado.
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Diane Keaton, aged 79, passed away on October 11, 2025. Known for her unforgettable performances, Keaton’s work spanned generations and genres. From her...
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Perfect for First Graders and up, these mysteries are ideal for readers who are just starting to transition into chapter books and are looking to solve a...
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Celebrate LBGTQIA+ history in October and all year around with the books recommended by CPL's Rainbow Committee.
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Looking for a movie that's scary (but not too scary) to enjoy with the family this spooky season? Try one of these.
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The first week in November is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. It was launched in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to...
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Jump into adventure with October’s must-read kids’ books at Markham Public Library! Featuring favourites like Dog Man, Wings of Fire, and Dork Diaries....
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Celebrate summer with these fantasy, romance and science fiction titles with themes of nature and adventure.
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Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
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Celebrate the holiday season with a warm feel good book to banish the chilly weather outside.
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Curl up with a cozy blanket and a heartwarming fall romance book—where golden leaves, brisk air, and pumpkin spice set the stage for unforgettable love...
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It's a great time to find a free learning opportunity, and there are plenty of choices this month with this list provided by the Maine State Library. Explore...
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These are the top 20 checked out adult nonfiction titles, including print, ebooks, audio and downloadable audiobooks.
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Discover delicious inspiration with our cookbook collection! From quick weekend meals to decadent desserts, these books are packed with recipes to spark your...
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Sep 8, 2025 - Welcome Public Libraries! TBBC is here to support public libraries in serving patrons with print disabilities.
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Book Club Café is a monthly book club for adults at the Honan-Allston Branch Library. We talk about books, share recommendations, and chat with other book...
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The third Sunday of November marks the start of Bullying Awareness Week. This annual initiative emphasizes making schools a safe and inclusive space for all...
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Excited for season 5 of Stranger Things? Love the creepy mysteries, 80s vibes, and supernatural thrills? This list is packed with books and graphic novels full...
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We recommend these titles as the very best fiction published for kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade in 2025.
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