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Friends of the Edgewater Library.
April 2025
5 | Saturday, noon | Hot Diggity Dog, presented by Bruce Kraig | In person | Edgewater Branch Library, 2nd Floor | Betty A. Barclay Community Room
Join us to kick off National Library Week (April 6-12), to hear about frankfurters, franks, wieners, coneys, or just plain “dogs.” Whatever you call them, you’ll relish this program about how hot dogs became the symbol of American culture and why Chicago is the center of hot dog culture.
Presented by Bruce Kraig, professor emeritus in history and humanities at Roosevelt University. A world-renowned hot dog scholar, he is the author/editor of 10 cookery and culinary history books, many of which are available at the library. Download the flyer. Register now.
BONUS: Our community partner, Patio Beef is offering all library cardholders 20% off anything on their menu from Saturday, April 5, through Saturday, April 12. Just show your library card when you order. Need a library card? Get one online or in person at your branch library.
6-12 | National Library Week | Edgewater Branch Library | Various days and times |We have 14 programs for children, teens, and adults happening during the week to celebrate libraries and the staff who manage them. Check out the events here.
11 | Friday, 10-11 a.m. | The No Book Club | In person | Edgewater Branch Library | Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | No registration needed
26 | Saturday, 10-11 a.m. | April Member Meeting | In-person | Edgewater Branch Library, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd Floor | Arrive at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation or stay after; feel free to bring breakfast snacks to share with all. No registration needed.
28 | Monday, 1-2 p. m. | The No Book Club | Virtual Meeting | Register Now
2025 Book Giveaway
In 2025, Friends of the Edgewater Library in partnership with Women & Children First bookstore started a new book-giving program. Library patrons may choose a free book from the selection next to the self-service checkout machine on the first floor. See all our 2024 Bag of Books winners here.
Quick Hits
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Looking for something interesting to watch? Check out our video gallery.
Want more resources or information on a recent program, see the video gallery or our Frendz blog or search on the subject or program name.
Want to support us through event sponsorship or as a community partner? Learn more about sponsorship and community partnership opportunities.
Looking to have some fun with others by working on a committee? See our committee descriptions.
Check out these virtual events on the CPL website. The Edgewater Branch Library is now open on Sundays from 1-5 p.m.
Friends At A Glance
Mission: Let’s Partner
Our mission is to partner with and advocate for the Edgewater Branch Library. To respond to our community’s library needs. To educate and engage the community in using and enjoying all our library’s resources.
Support: Let’s Get Involved
Be a member or be a friend. Join Friends of the Edgewater Library with an annual or lifetime membership. Get involved as sponsor. Volunteer for our Book Sale, or just show up! By being a friend, you make new friends.
Events: Let’s Get Together
Meet your neighbors. Listen to an author. Share your reading experiences. Explore a new literary genre. Donate your used books. Meet an historical character. Make new friends. Discuss a community issue. Hover over the shaded dates on our Friends’ Calendar above to see what’s happening; be sure to click on the event name to see complete details about each event.