Free tours through Chicago Public Library
The Chicago Public Library is hosting a series of in-person and online Chicago tours. COTC note: Some of these in-person tours are almost full. If you really want to go I would consider emailing (go to events then filter for tours to find email addresses where available) to ask if you can come if you are solo or a couple people. I would also consider just showing up as there are also no-shows to these things.
Virtual Tour of Poland, the Land of Fields, with Robert Pine
When: Thursday, October 14, 2021 1:00PM – 2:15PM . Register
Where: Online event
Poland is a country with an amazing history of triumph over adversity and tyrannical oppression. It is a land with rich traditions, abundant cultural heritage and home to seventeen UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Robert Pine will share from his personal experiences across Poland why this country is an overlooked gem as a travel destination. From impressive natural beauty, to delectable cuisine and spectacular art, this presentation is one not to miss.
The following events will take place live on CPL’s YouTube channel. and CPL’s Facebook page. Can’t make it to the live stream? We’ll archive the video on YouTube to watch later as well.
Neighborhood Tour: Boystown in Transition
When: Wednesday, October 27, 2021, 12:00PM – 12:30PM
Where: Online event
This North Side community has seen a range of changes over the past fifty plus years. This tour includes some community voices on how the neighborhood has responded to external and internal challenges for different representation and to accommodate new arrivals.
Neighborhood Tour: The Communion Around Beverages
When: Wednesday, November 3, 2021, 12:00PM – 12:30PM
Where: Online event
This tour will talk about why Windy City residents of legal age gather around in lounges, taverns, and other places for cold libations and conversation with others.
Neighborhood Tour: A Diverse Business Landscape, Chicago Style
When: Wednesday, November 10, 2021, 12:00PM – 12:30PM
Where: Online event
Most people would probably say that they would like to patronize a diverse set of businesses as they make their way around Chicago. On this tour, we’ll hear from some different business owners about their challenges and opportunities, and the history of these businesses.
Neighborhood Tour: Make A Joyful Sound – Chicago Plays and Plays and Plays and Sings and Plays
When: Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 12:00PM – 12:30PM
Where: Online event
Learn about how Chicago music venues have weathered the COVID storm(s) over the past year and learn about what’s next for iconic venues like The Promontory, the Green Mill, Rosa’s Lounge, and others.
How to watch online tours
This event will take place live on CPL’s YouTube channel. and CPL’s Facebook page. . The video will be archived on the CPL YouTube.
If you need captioning for this event call (312) 747-4015. Requests must be made at least 10 business days before the event.
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Linda Wolf says
You only gave a registration section for the Poland event. I want to registar for the Boystown and taverns in Lakeview events online.
Thanks!
Carol says
I didn’t make it clear. The links were at the bottom.
This event will take place live on CPL’s YouTube channel. and CPL’s Facebook page. Can’t make it to the live stream? We’ll archive the video on YouTube to watch later as well. I put the links on the top of the post now.