A new library catalog is coming in May, and you're invited to preview it here: https://desplaines.bibliocommons.com/ With a mobile-friendly design, smarter browsing features, and personal shelves to save items for later, finding your next great read will be easier than ever.
The Chicagoland area has an amazing wealth of Asian American and Pacific Island history to explore – many of which you can access with your library card! Here are some resources that can help you find, discover, and learn about these communities.
One of the best ways to explore a culture is through it’s media! Kanopy, the library’s free movie series, has a ton of great films from Asia and the Pacific Islands. Some of our favorites include:
We can’t leave out our favorite – books! Below are some of our favorite non-fiction and fiction titles written by Asian American and Pacific Islander writers:
