Sidewalk Sale at Open Books West Loop

Open Books West Loop will host its second annual Sidewalk Sale on April 22-24. We’ll bring a glorious collection of books outside for you to peruse and purchase. All paperback books will be $3, all hardcover will be $4, and all kids’ books will be $2. Plus, all members of Open Books West Loop will receive 20% Read More

Sidewalk Sale at Open Books West Loop

Open Books West Loop will host its second annual Sidewalk Sale on April 22-24. We’ll bring a glorious collection of books outside for you to peruse and purchase. All paperback books will be $3, all hardcover will be $4, and all kids’ books will be $2. Plus, all members of Open Books West Loop will receive 20% Read More

Lavender Voices

Lavender Voices lifts up the voices of queer women in Chicago through storytelling and community. Each night we meet brings new perspectives, new art forms, and new experiences. If you’re a storyteller yourself or a lover of stories, join us this month for our "Sweat & Silk" writings on queer sexuality. Join us on Friday, Read More

Lavender Voices

Lavender Voices lifts up the voices of queer women in Chicago through storytelling and community. Each night we meet brings new perspectives, new art forms, and new experiences. If you’re a storyteller yourself or a lover of stories, join us this month for our "Sweat & Silk" writings on queer sexuality. Join us on Friday, Read More

Garage Sale at Open Books Pilsen

Join us on April 30 - May 1 for Open Books Pilsen's first Garage Sale! All kid's 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 April 30 - May 1 for Open Books Pilsen's first Garage Sale! All kid's 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.

Ink & Blood Dueling Society Two Year Anniversary

We are honored to have Ink & Blood celebrate their Two Year Anniversary at our West Loop location. Come join them on Saturday, April 30th for extended anniversary rounds of writing duels from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. As with all Ink & Blood events, masquerading is encouraged.

Ink & Blood Dueling Society Two Year Anniversary

We are honored to have Ink & Blood celebrate their Two Year Anniversary at our West Loop location. Come join them on Saturday, April 30th for extended anniversary rounds of writing duels from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. As with all Ink & Blood events, masquerading is encouraged.

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