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Free Runs + Book Discussions at Chicago Public Library This Summer
Join Read & Run Chicago founder Allison Yates this summer for a series of three-mile, easy-paced runs inspired by books set in Chicago featuring or about our natural landscape. After the route, discuss the book back at the library branch.
Guide to Chicago’s Running Community 2025
Intimidated by Chicago’s running scene? This guide gives you history and background, practical tips to finding the right Chicago run club for you, plus other resources on finding running stores, recovery services, races, and more.
A Local Author’s Guide to Chicago’s Chinatown
Local author and guest Read & Run Chicago guide Kara Eng shares her favorite spots in Chinatown.
Pride Month at Read & Run Chicago
Ready to celebrate Pride Month? Use movement and stories to honor the LGBTQ community—and explore Chicago along the way!
Best Places to Read Outside in Chicago This Summer
Chicago book club leads share their favorite places to read outside this summer.
Essential Tips for Runners & Book Lovers: Your First Read & Run Chicago Experience
Joining Read & Run Chicago for the first time? Here’s your essential tips to make the most of your experience.
2025 Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Literary Scene: Bookstores, Clubs, & Events
Cynthia Okechukwu, Betsy Tomszak, and Allison Yates round up the best book clubs, bookstores, events, landmarks, and more for Chicago book lovers.
Who to Support in Chicago This International Women’s Day
While at Read & Run Chicago we celebrate women’s stories today and everyday, here are a few places related to our programming to tangibly support women, non-binary, and trans people in Chicago this International Women’s Day.
Newberry Library Digital Collections Related to The Girls in 3-B
Here are some of the digital collections guide Quinn Sluzenski referenced while researching for the running tour of The Girls in 3-B.