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

Open Book Club

As we set the mood for the upcoming Thanksgiving season, our Open Book Club will be discussing Ruth Reichl's Delicious! on Tuesday, November 8 at 6:15 pm. Bring your talking points and your food cravings to help us set the mood at Open Books West Loop at 651 West Lake St., Chicago, IL.

Open Book Club

As we set the mood for the upcoming Thanksgiving season, our Open Book Club will be discussing Ruth Reichl's Delicious! on Tuesday, November 8 at 6:15 pm. Bring your talking points and your food cravings to help us set the mood at Open Books West Loop at 651 West Lake St., Chicago, IL.

NaNoWriMo Write-Ins at Open Books

Hey, Chicago! Let's put our broad shoulders to the page! Come to Open Books West Loop for the ChiWrIMo hosted Write-Ins for the Chicago region of National Novel Writing Month! They'll have word sprints and lots of support as we travel from zero to fifty thousand words and show other city how we NaNoWriMo in Read More

NaNoWriMo Write-Ins at Open Books

Hey, Chicago! Let's put our broad shoulders to the page! Come to Open Books West Loop for the ChiWrIMo hosted Write-Ins for the Chicago region of National Novel Writing Month! They'll have word sprints and lots of support as we travel from zero to fifty thousand words and show other city how we NaNoWriMo in Read More

Personal Best Writer’s Jam

Personal Best Writer’s Jam: As Easy As PB&J Third Thursdays Open Books 6:00 - 8:00 pm 1st hour: writing exercise + writing time + sharing 2nd hour: workshop/writing time for personal projects

Personal Best Writer’s Jam

Personal Best Writer’s Jam: As Easy As PB&J Third Thursdays Open Books 6:00 - 8:00 pm 1st hour: writing exercise + writing time + sharing 2nd hour: workshop/writing time for personal projects

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 on Friday, November 18 at 7:00 pm.

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 on Friday, November 18 at 7:00 pm.