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Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest 2012
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Printer's Row, Chicago
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Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012At Lil' Lit Park, kids and parents can enjoy storytelling, costumed characters, performances, sing-alongs, and special activities coordinated by educational and cultural groups. Read more- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Get Cooking. Get Nourished. Get Lit. The "Good Eating" Stage celebrates the intersection of food and literature with a variety of cooking demonstrations and author discussions. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012As part of its ongoing commitment to the written word and its support of literacy and literary endeavor, the Tribune purchased the Printers Row Book Fair in 2002 from the Near South Planning Board. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Remember, you have to check into a venue twice to become the mayor. So make sure you check-in both days for a shot at the coveted title. That'll be something to share with your friends Monday.
Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Panels and events are held on seven stages, featuring experts on an array of topics such as politics, sports, children's storytelling, science and much more. Read more- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Current Chicago Tribune subscribers can get a Printers Row membership for $99 a year, while non-subscribers pay $149. Click the link to learn how to sign up and what you get with your membership. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Panels and events are held on seven stages, featuring experts on an array of topics such as politics, sports, children's storytelling, science and much more. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Admission to all Fest events is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Certain events will require tickets. But there's definitely something for everyone. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012The Trib Nation stage will feature Tribune reporters and editors interacting with authors, and discussing how we go about our coverage and why we do the things we do. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Admission to all Fest events is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Certain events will require tickets. But there's definitely something for everyone. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012The Trib Nation stage will feature Tribune reporters and editors interacting with authors, and discussing how we go about our coverage and why we do the things we do. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Tag your photos #PRLF12 on Instagram to add them to our collection. You never know when we'll highlight one of our favorites and share it far and wide.
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Children's literature rules at Lil' Lit Park. Visit this area for age-appropriate readings, performances and fun activities. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Tag your photos #PRLF12 on Instagram to add them to our collection. You never know when we'll highlight one of our favorites and share it far and wide.
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Test your knowledge of Chicago history with best-selling author and historian Kenneth C. Davis, creator of the "Don't Know Much About" series. It's an interactive, all-ages event with prizes. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Nominate a book club, writing group, librarian, teacher or great reader to be profiled in an upcoming edition of Printers Row Journal. For more info, email printersrow@tribune.com.
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Plenty of buses will get you to this area of the South Loop. The No. 7 Harrison, the No. 29 State and the No. 151 along North Michigan to name a few. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Nominate a book club, writing group, librarian, teacher or great reader to be profiled in an upcoming edition of Printers Row Journal. For more info, email printersrow@tribune.com.
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Plenty of buses will get you to this area of the South Loop. The No. 7 Harrison, the No. 29 State and the No. 151 along North Michigan to name a few. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012If you are interested in the Lit Fest, you'll probably love a membership to Printers Row. Click the link for all the information you need. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Plenty of information and fun stuff on our Facebook page. "Like" us for much more. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012This goes WAY beyond a spelling bee. The "American Heritage Dictionary Define-A-Thon," a test of vocabulary strength, is returning to the 2012 Chicago Tribune Printers Lit Fest. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Plenty of information and fun stuff on our Facebook page. "Like" us for much more. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012The Printers Row Lit Fest was founded in 1985 to attract visitors to the Printers Row neighborhood (once the city's bookmaking hub). Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Events occur from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on June 9 and 10. Admission to all events is free, but some require a ticket. Read more
- Scott KleinbergJune 9, 2012Instagram users: The Chicago Tribune is looking for your Printers Row Lit Fest photos. Please tag/upload with #prlf12. We might feature yours.
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012All indoor events require free tickets for entry. Click above to reserve your spot now. Tickets are limited. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012All indoor events require free tickets for entry. Click above to reserve your spot now. Tickets are limited. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012The Mash is the voice of teen Chicago. The Mash Stage promises to cater to teens' whims. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Lit After Dark offers something for everyone with poetry slams, readings and musical performances. Read more
- Scott KleinbergMay 24, 2012Follow @PrintersRowFest on Twitter for the latest updates and information about Lit Fest. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012This year's Lit Fest will feature the second annual Mystery Writers of America Flash Fiction contest at Printers Row. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Follow @PrintersRowFest on Twitter for the latest updates and information about Lit Fest. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012Dan Rather in conversation with Rick Kogan, Saturday, June 9 at 10 a.m. Read more
- Chicago TribuneMay 24, 2012You should strongly consider volunteering for this year's event. Read more
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Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest 2012
36 W. Harrison St. (Dearborn)
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Printer's Row Lit Fest is considered the largest free outdoor literary event in the Midwest, drawing more than 125,000 book lovers to the two-day showcase.
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