The birth of hip-hop can be traced back to a birthday party in the Bronx on August 11, 1973. While DJ Kool Herc (Clive Campbell) had been developing his signature “break beat” style for several months, the huge crowd...
5C Comedy Open Mic Night April 4th, 6-9pm Have jokes? Need an audience? Come on down to the Library’s 5C Comedy Open Mic night! Sign up at 6 p.m. for a five-minute slot. The show starts at 6:30 p.m....
Be prepared for a new look and feel on the 2nd floor of the Library. When you enter from the stairs or elevator you’ll notice what’s missing — the giant old reference desk! What’s new? Clean, open space and...
Have Chicago’s never-ending winters got you down? Are you stressed out about your midterms, relationships, or finances? Do you ever feel like you just need a hug? Well, help is on the way. Therapy dogs from the Canine Therapy...
Before you watch the 90th Academy Awards this Sunday, discover some of the greatest films ever made with the Criterion Collection. The Criterion Collection describes itself as being ‘dedicated to gathering the greatest films from around the world and publishing...
Library Zine Night: Apocalypse Edition March 5th, 6-10pm Join us for our March Zine Night—devoted to Apocalyptic zines and indie publications. We will also be working on a collaborative zine called THE END TIMES that will make it’s debut...
Wednesday, February 28, 7 – 9 p.m., in the Columbia Library, 624 S. Michigan, 3rd floor north When it comes to the Haitian spiritual practice, Vodou, most people probably conjure up an image of a shamanistic figure sticking pins...
Have you seen the most recent exhibit on display in Fashion Windows at 618 S. Michigan? If not, you should hurry over for The Staple Singers and the Civil Right Movement: A Fashion Window Display. This excellent exhibit features garments...
You’ve undoubtedly heard about the benefits of meditation. People who meditate regularly talk about it as if it were some magic elixir for all of life’s problems. They tell us that meditation is a great way to reduce stress...
Did you know that you can ask questions and get help with research at the Ask Desk on the Library’s 2nd floor? A librarian who would be delighted to help you is available: Monday-Thursday 9 am – 6 pm...