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Award Winners

Station Eleven

The Overstory

Demon Copperhead

Bel Canto

The Year of Magical Thinking

The Fifth Season

The Sympathizer

Never Let Me Go

The Road

Pachinko (National Book Award Finalist)

My Brilliant Friend

Trust (Pulitzer Prize Winner)

Small Things Like These

The Warmth of Other Suns

Persepolis

Featured Collections for Adults

Library of Things

Borrow non-traditional items like tools, games, or tech. Perfect for learning, creating, and exploring.

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Large Print

Books with larger text for easier reading without eye strain—great for all ages.

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Binge Box

Movie night made easy! Multiple themed DVDs in one pack for hours of entertainment.

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Featured Online Resources for Adults

Chicagoland Newspaper Collection (NewsBank)

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NewsBank Chicago Collection provides access to local news, articles, and archives from Chicago-area newspapers, helping users research current and historical events.

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Libby

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Libby is a user-friendly app that allows cardholders to borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines for free, offering seamless reading and listening on mobile devices.

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Kanopy

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Kanopy is a streaming service offering thousands of movies, documentaries, and educational videos, available for free through libraries and universities.

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Featured Services for Adults

Study & Work

Quiet areas available for studying, reading, or working on projects with comfortable seating.

Study Spaces

Tech One-On-One

Schedule personalized tech support sessions to get help with devices, software, or digital literacy.

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Wireless Printing

Conveniently print wirelessly directly from your personal devices to the Library's printers.

Print from Anywhere