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SitStayRead at Chicago Public Library – Book Club Celebration + Resource Fair

  • Chicago Public Library, Special Event

Gather up your book club and come down to Harold Washington Library Center’s Winter Garden for a celebration of reading and the joy of discussing books with others! We’ll have refreshments, activities, and some fun surprises just for book club members.

Learn more about SitStayRead at the Resource Fair that accompanies the Book Club Celebration!

Recommended age: Adults 18+

How to Attend

Registration is requested. Doors to the Winter Garden open at 5p.m., and admission is first come, first served (400 capacity). 

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

This event is part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book Orbital by Samatha Harvey.

 
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