Big thinkers in Illinois and across the country are weighing in on an important question: If you could get everybody to read one book - either fiction or history - to make for a better world, what would that book be? The question is part of a January project the Illinois Humanities Council is doing with Insight Labs, a philanthropic think-tank. See how folks are answering or submit a recommendation of your own.  Also, you may email the name of the book you chose, why you chose it, your name and your professional affiliation to books@theinsightlabs.org.

"The Way We Worked" is the newest Museum on Main Street exhibit, focused on why we work and the needs that jobs have fulfilled throughout American history. "The Way We Worked" is presented in partnership with the Smithsonian Instituition.

Next Community Grant Deadline: January 15, 2012

This final installment of The (Un)Common Good series was moderated by Alison Cuddy, Host of the "Eight Forty-Eight" show on WBEZ 91.5FM., this private, round table discussion featured Chicago-area leaders, thinkers and influencers reflecting on the underlying issues that are at the foundation of the work they do every day. Learn more about The (Un)Common Good series here.

The humanities give us the words and context that help us shape our experiences. They help us talk to one another and find common ground despite our differences. They help us give voice to our feelings and help us find meaning in our lives. This holiday season, give the gift of the humanities by supporting the Illinois Humanities Council.