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Play this game and test your artistic limits! A mix of musical chairs and drawing, this will be a fun way to create something cool with your friends! Ready? Go! For kids 3 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
The Second City’s Improv Supernova blasts open e.t.c.’s 50th Revue with the art form that started it all. No two performances are ever the same – every night is different, delightfully chaotic, and...
Join us for a film screening of Sarah's Oil . The true story of Sarah Rector, an African American born in Oklahoma Indian Territory in the early 1900s, who believes there is oil beneath the barren land she's allotted and whose faith is proven right. As greedy oil sharks close in, Sarah turns to her.
Story time featuring stories, nursery rhymes, puppets and songs. Includes open play time with blocks, puzzles, puppets and other educational toys. For children 18 months to 5. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting and other hand stitching. Bring your own...
Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support. Classes are structured with visual schedules and include fun picture books and songs, with fine and gross motor movement activities. Sensory supports like lap weights and fidget toys are available to help...
Drop in to make a creative project and take home a work of art or simply come to play and meet new friends! For kids 6 to 11. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Join us for a screening of Plunderer – The Life & times of a Nazi Art Thief followed by an exclusive Q&A with featured historian Jonathan Petropoulos. Between 1933 and 1945, the Nazis stole one-fifth
Join the Back of the Yards Branch staff for a fun, bilingual story time at the Sputnik Coffee Company! Enjoy a delicious treat while your little ones have fun singing, dancing and listening to stories! For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or...
Make a sun-catching windchime with old cds! For grades 6-12. Registration required.
Birth-11 months with parent or caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.
Come join us in making tie dye shirts just in time for the spring season. Registration is required as supplies are limited. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one as we share rhymes, songs, and stories to foster language development and a love of reading at this program for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers!
Miss Nancy and her friends Henrietta the Chicken, Opera Cat and Jack the Puppet read funny books, sing silly songs, do action rhymes and crafts. Join us for playgroup after. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the last event. Chicago Public Library...
Join the Back of the Yards Branch staff for a fun, bilingual story time at Back of the Yards Coffeehouse. Enjoy a delicious treat while your little ones have fun singing, dancing and listening to stories! For children 0 to 6 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language...
Join our horror themed book club for a horrifyingly good time at Olympia Sports Bar & Grill. Love of horror is a must, love of brews not required. Due to popularity, an additional Boos & Booze group will begin to meet in May. Registration will be required to attend either group to ensure a...
Join us for Kids Afternoon Movie Craft and Show. Enjoy the provided movie snacks or bring your own and make a movie themed craft. Hoping to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, SpongeBob follows a mysterious, swashbuckling ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring adventure that...
Ages 3 – 5 w/adult participant Enjoy skill building stories, rhymes, and activities, especially designed for preschoolers. Drop in. Story Room.
This interactive program features read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Tips for children's early literacy skill development are included for parents and caregivers. For children 12 to 36 months. How to Attend Register by 9:30 a.m. the day of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot...
April is Financial Literacy Month! Come to this special Storytime to learn about some fun financial concepts and listen to stories. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. No registration required. Drop-in.
Get eco-friendly and decorate a reusable canvas tote bag to take home! Tote bags, paints and stencils will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Try out a new craft that's gone viral on Tiktok, Pinterest and more on the 3rd Thursday of every month! This month, we're making beaded floral bouquets! Call (309) 497-2600 or visit the Lincoln Branch to register. For teens and adults.
Join Clearing Branch for our Genre Book Club. Read a book from the selected genre each month, then talk about what you read in our monthly Zoom discussions. In April, we’ll be talking about poetry, essays, and short stories. Can't think of a title? Don't worry, we have you covered. Check out our...
Join our story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books. Half an hour of story time is followed by half an hour of play. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?...
This monthly drop-in will allow you to raid the available Lakeview art supplies, try new skills, and socialize. Great for all skill levels. Grades 7-12.
Don't make a mess at home, come to the Library! Each week we will have a different craft or sensory experience. Stay for a few minutes or the whole hour of fun! This week, we'll experiment with neon and black light! For ages 2-6.
12-23 months with parent or caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.
This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful class. Get ready to sing and dance with your child!
Join us for a spring craft creating fluttering spring butterflies that fly off the page For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests...
Preschoolers, join us for an exciting journey in our Storytime Adventures! This program is all about exploring the magical world of books through fun stories, songs, and playful activities. Each week, we’ll dive into a new tale, meet colorful characters, and spark our imaginations! Ages 3-5 with...
All ages w/adult participant Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Drop in. Story room.
Join Gabe and the West Englewood Cookbook Club for a discussion of a cookbook titled The Chinese Way Classic Techniques, Fresh Flavors and recipe review. Check out the book, test out as many recipes as you like, then we'll dish on what worked and what didn't! If you'd like to bring...
Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Join us for a fun story time featuring songs, dances, games and books! For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Space may be limited. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Join us for this interactive storytime. Be ready to sing, shake, and move!
Bring your own crafting project and join us as we chat, craft, and enjoy coffee or tea and snacks.
Join the Austin-Irving branch for a discussion of Cultish by Amanda Montell. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14...
Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile! Este evento ayudará con el crecimiento cognitivo y fomentará el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje. Este programa está abierto a todos los niños de edades 3 a 6 años y sus...
Calling all babies! Join us for some stories, songs, and sensory fun! Ages 0-2 years with caregiver. No registration required. Drop-in.
Come out to try a new craft, socialize, and have fun. Make a beaded bag charm. All materials provided. *Limited availability. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to...
Join us every month for good coffee and conversation. January 24: None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell February 21: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt March 21: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah April 18: The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune May 16: Sea of Tranquility by Emily St..
Please join us for a screening of James and the Giant Peach to celebrate its 30th Anniversary! A neglected boy's life is enriched by a magic peach. Charming adaptation of Roald Dahl's fairy tale features a mix of live action and puppet animation. © Walt Disney Pictures | 80...
Have you ever wanted to read aloud to a dog? Kids can come practice their reading skills with Certified Reading Assistance Dogs! Join the dogs from SitStayRead in fun activities to promote the importance of reading and build confidence reading aloud. All participants will need an adult parent or...
Calling all cozy mystery lovers! Join us for our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Each month, we will read and discuss a cozy mystery, usually the first in a series. These light-hearted mysteries have something for everyone, with amateur sleuths, lots of humor, and a bit of romance. All are welcome! October.
Come make a spring flower to celebrate the springtime season. All materials will be provided. Call 309-497-2600 to Register.
Looking for something to do after school? Stop by for an hour of fun games, activities or crafts. For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-3.
The forgotten story of a pioneering group of five Black ballerinas and their fifty-year sisterhood, a legacy erased from history—until now. Captivating, rich in vivid detail and character, and steeped in the glamour and grit of professional ballet, The Swans of Harlem is a riveting account of five..
This is a drop-in program where children of all ages can enjoy creating spring-themed crafts in a fun, welcoming environment. For kids 3 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org..