The Jane Addams Peace Association is delighted to announce 11 finalist titles under consideration for the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award in the Chapter Book category. […]
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Announcing the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Finalists in the Picture Book Category
The Jane Addams Peace Association is delighted to announce 13 finalist titles under consideration for the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award in the Picture Book
category. […]
Board of Directors Member Ross Jordan Named a “Chicagoan of the Year in Museums”
Board member Ross Jordan was recently named one of the “Chicagoans of the Year in Museums” by the Chicago Tribune for his work at the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum. […]
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Board of Directors Member Jeffrey Merino Earns His PhD
Dr. Jeffrey Merino recently earned his Doctorate in Education in Curriculum and Instruction and K-12 Professional Leadership from the University of Houston College of Education. […]
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Books In Their Hands Heads to Pittsburgh, PA!
On October 17th, author Michael Genhart gave an in-person author visit and presentation to students at an elementary school in Pittsburgh. He talked about his book “Spanish Is The Language […]
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Books In Their Hands Heads to Chicago, IL!
On October 10th, author Aida Salazar gave a virtual author visit and presentation to some fifth-grade students at an elementary school in Chicago. She talked about her book “A Seed […]
Welcoming Our New Board Treasurer, Vennette Jones
Vennette Jones is a dedicated professional, holding a Master of Law from California Southern University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Economics with a concentration in Human […]
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The Jane Addams Peace Association Heads to California for 3 ALA Events!
We had such a great time celebrating award-winning authors and illustrators at Noche de Cuentos (A Night of Storytelling) and two book award ceremonies! Thank you to ALA for helping […]
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The Peace Association’s Ross Jordan Commended in New City Art’s Art 50
Board of Directors member Ross Jordan has been listed as one of New City Art’s “gallerists, collectors, administrators and more who make Chicago’s art world run, many of whom are […]
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Lucia Gonzalez Honored With Construction of a New Playground With Her Name
April 30, 2024 Our wonderful Board of Directors member, Lucia Gonzalez, has been honored with the construction of a Tot Lot in the City of North Miami for her contributions […]
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