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DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 3

This June, as the library continues to celebrate 250 years of American Independence, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the 10% of Americans – and 4.5% of those living in Illinois – who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. 

This week we are sharing our picks for Kids & Families 

Don't miss DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 1 for our picks for Adults and PART 2 for Teens

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DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 2

This June, as the library continues to celebrate 250 years of American Independence, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the 10% of Americans – and 4.5% of those living in Illinois – who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. 

This week we are sharing our picks for Teens. 

Don't miss DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 1 for our picks for adults. 

Continue Reading "DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 2"

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DPPL Celebrates Pride 2026 - PART 1

The Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame
This June, as the library continues to celebrate 250 years of American Independence, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the 10% of Americans – and 4.5% of those living in Illinois – who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.

As inductees to Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Hall of Fame, the individuals whose stories I’ve chosen to share have helped contribute to the city’s LGBTQ+ community.

It cannot be understated, however, that this is just a glimpse into the variety of people who have helped build Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community.

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