Positron Chicago & Think Galactic Megatext 2: Octavia Butler

Positron Chicago & Think Galactic present a book discussion digging into themes and topics from Butler's groundbreaking SciFi/Fantasy work. You need not have read everything she's written, or even more than one book, but if you're interested in her work and ideas as a whole, come and join the group at Open Books West Loop Read More

Garage Sale at Open Books Pilsen

Join us on August 27-28 for Open Books Pilsen’s second bi-annual Garage Sale! All kids books will be $1, all paperbacks $2, and all hardcovers $3. Plus, you can fill up an entire box of books (35-40 books total) for only $40! The sale runs 10 am – 4 pm on both dates.

Garage Sale at Open Books Pilsen

Join us on August 27-28 for Open Books Pilsen’s second bi-annual Garage Sale! All kids books will be $1, all paperbacks $2, and all hardcovers $3. Plus, you can fill up an entire box of books (35-40 books total) for only $40! The sale runs 10 am – 4 pm on both dates.

Hopewell Brewing Co. Back to School Bash

Visit Hopewell Brewing at 2760 N. Milwaukee for their Back to School Bash on 8/27 in the taproom. 10% of proceeds will benefit Open Books. + FREE Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits + American Bocce Co. + Luft Balloons + $1 off pints of Field Day

Hopewell Brewing Co. Back to School Bash

Visit Hopewell Brewing at 2760 N. Milwaukee for their Back to School Bash on 8/27 in the taproom. 10% of proceeds will benefit Open Books. + FREE Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits + American Bocce Co. + Luft Balloons + $1 off pints of Field Day

Open Books Associate Board Info Session

Want to join the Open Books community? The Associate Board is the perfect place for young professionals looking to impact literacy in Chicago (especially those who are unable to join us as daytime volunteers). At this info session, you'll learn more about Open Books' programs and stores, and how the Associate Board is integral to Read More

Open Books Associate Board Info Session

Want to join the Open Books community? The Associate Board is the perfect place for young professionals looking to impact literacy in Chicago (especially those who are unable to join us as daytime volunteers). At this info session, you'll learn more about Open Books' programs and stores, and how the Associate Board is integral to Read More

Story Saturday

After an incredible debut in March, we're bringing back Story Saturday on September 10 at both Open Books locations. From 10 am – 1 pm, we’re hosting storytelling events with friends like the Mad Hatters, from read alongs to musical creations based on some of your favorite children’s books. Families are asked to bring in books Read More