Near North Library Friends Association

05/02/2026

Join us at Near North Library, 310 W. Division, for Project Linus. Help cut and tie blankets which will be given to children who are seriously ill or otherwise in need. All materials are provided, no sewing involved. Great event for families with kids, Teens, or adults. Saturday, May 16 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

10/06/2025

There were 821 censorship attempts on library books in 2024 — the third-highest number of book challenges recorded by American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom. 72 percent of those challenges were brought up by pressure groups and government entities that included elected officials, board members and administrators. These figures are the reason CPL is committed to support every Chicagoan’s , especially in this pivotal time. As the leader of the movement, CPL will continue to support intellectual freedom and protect the books you love.

Want to join the movement? Click here to start a book sanctuary: chi.gov/booksanctuary

10/05/2025

Try reading something that has been challenged in the past...

07/11/2025

Join us at Near North library this Sat. July 12, for Bastille Day from 2-4 pm. We will have French inspired art, crafts, games, and treats for all.

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07/10/2025

There is still time to participate in the 2025 Summer Reading Program and earn this cool cap.

https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/08/chicago-public-library-rolls-out-the-summer-reading-program-for-adults-youve-been-dreaming-of/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLciK9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHli-a9HXO-Hdvrxq0y8g7Ca9ICKSZ_DgyLGSTJeaVYRUpREElwfZjRjOolp7_aem_ZMbQniypXNTFVaIFIE3nHQ

Adults who complete six of 10 summer reading and program activities at local libraries will win a Chicago Public Library hat and be entered into a raffle.

04/10/2025

The Near North Library loves partnering with Project Linus!

03/16/2025

Help save library funding

https://action.everylibrary.org/emaileo2025?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMABhZGlkAasYW7UTcAEBHfK4f0MpaXv-idteHTKNAjIkKk8VXlyKdGRadyA4QFSNjUDlubYyNXka8w_aem_iBwm1Jn65h0IqAY0uVE7eQ

We need your help TODAY to tell your governors and key members of the House and Senate that federal funding for libraries - the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) - needs to be preserved!

01/30/2025

Frosty the Snowman brought his magic to the Near North Library as he shared hugs, high-fives, and thumbs-up with all in attendance. The kids were especially happy as they followed Frosty "Conga Line style" around the Meeting Room. Add in treats, games, and crafts, for a fabulous afternoon at Winter Wonder Fest!

10/04/2024

Thank you to NNUP for posting our October Calendar! Join us tomorrow, October 5 @ 2:00 pm for a Marie Kondo style organizing workshop. Get inspiration for creating spaces that Spark Joy! No registration required!

October at the Near North Library.

09/09/2024

On Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 5:30 pm, the NNLFA will hold it's Annual Meeting of members at the Near North branch, 310 West Division.