Learn something new in Metropolis. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.
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"A stitch in time saves nine" inspired this relaxed crochet club. Do you want to try to crochet, but have not found success yet? Do you want to focus your mind on something other than your phone? Join us and crochet! We have yarn and crochet hooks to share! Bring your own project or...
Join the West Town Branch Spanish book club La Esquina de Lectores , as we discuss, The Correspondence by Virginia Evans. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to...
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...
Join Ms. Shelley in making an easy and econonmical Spring wall pocket from basic household supplies. Registration is required. Program is for Adult 18+. Children will not be permitted into the program. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for...
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...
Join the Adult Book Club to discuss Such A Fun Age by Kiley Reid In her debut, Reid crafts a nuanced portrait of a young black woman struggling to define herself apart from the white people in her life who are all too ready to speak and act on her behalf. Emira Tucker knows that...
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft and open play. For children 18 months to 5 with a caregiver. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Getting back into reading? Want to try new genres? Join the Chinatown Branch for our Literary Lounge Book Club! Each month we will explore a new genre and discuss not only the book, but also elements of the genre. This month's theme will be: Thriller. Dennis Lehane's Shutter Island , the basis for..
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...
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...
Hey you, do you like to read? Something, anything. From action glories to mellow stories, we here at the manga book club are gonna read it all. In manga form, that is. Our next big read of the month is: Dandadan by Yukinobu Tatsu Come join us in YOUmedia for a fun little chat about these wonderful..
Doing some spring cleaning or picking up a new DIY hobby? Join us and the Chicago Creative Reuse Exchange and swap your unused craft supplies for material you really need! Learn about this amazing organization and all they offer while browsing through supplies. Bring material day-of only , we...
Join us for a weekly book club where we practice reading with a buddy, play phonics and word games, and have lots of fun! For children 4 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org.
Calling all young makers, crafters and do-it-yourself (DIY) types! Each session we have a themed project for you to create or let your creativity fly with materials from our cart. We roll out the cart; you bring the creativity! For ages 6 to 12. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or...
Join us for bilingual songs, stories and rhymes. For ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de canciones, cuentos y rimas bilingües. Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance...
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
Calling all crafty adults! Grab a clay pot, some permanent markers, and let’s transform your succulent into a cheerful spring showpiece. Think blooming flowers, fresh patterns, or anything that puts you in a sunny springtime mood. All supplies will be provided. Just bring your creativity and get...
Come to Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library on the 2nd and 3rd Monday evening of each month for our Knit and Crochet Circle! Whether you are just starting to learn or have valuable tips and experience to share, all skill levels are welcome to attend. Just bring needles and yarn! Accessibility...
Want to sew but don't know where to start? Come learn the basics of a sewing machine. Learn about feed dogs, presser feet, even how to thread your assembly. This class will be a focused on all components of the sewing machine and how to use them. Accessibility Need sign language...
Drop in to make a squeezable fish that blows imaginary bubbles. This craft will make an excellent fidget to carry around in your pocket! For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Join us in our YOUmedia space for some hands on assistance using our maker equipment. Choose from our 3D printer, Cricut vinyl cutter, sewing machine, and more. We also have craft and art supplies available for you to use. For teens in high school. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or.
Listen to music, play board games, do puzzles or enjoy the weekly craft. For teens and families with children. Mientras escuchan música y mantienen conversaciones animadas, las familias pueden jugar con nuestros juegos de mesa, rompecabezas y crear pequeñas manualidades. Para...
Join us for a fun and empowering 2-part workshop on the fundamentals of wig making. During these sessions' cosmetologist, Whitney White will demonstrate how to construct a custom wig using the sewing machine method. Whether you're curious, new to the craft, or looking to improve your skills,...
Join us for stories, songs, movement and more! Stay for a fun craft. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 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....
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...
Let’s spend the afternoon drawing. Give the daily drawing prompt a try or work with a new medium. Talk and learn with others to create your own masterpiece! Recommended for adults and teens but open to all ages. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance...
Explore the world of sewing! Learn the basics of machine sewing, from the parts of a machine to reading patterns and much more. All levels welcome. Feel free to bring your own machine to work on during this time. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for..
Be creative! All materials are provided in this casual, self-directed art hour. No registration required. For kids, tweens and teens 6 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Come paint a tiny masterpiece at North Pulaski! When you're done, you can take it home with you, OR you can leave it with us to decorate the library with! Supplies (4x4 canvas board, paint, markers, etc.) and snacks will be provided! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other...
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a craft time. All materials are provided. 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 must be made.
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...
Join us for a family screening of The Bad Guys 2 . In the new action-packed chapter from DreamWorks Animation's acclaimed comedy smash about a crackerjack crew of animal outlaws, our now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a...
This month the Sulzer Regional Library will be reading The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner. Zoe and Cassie are sisters who start a band together. They are discovered at a battle of the bands in the early 2000s and quickly become a sensation. Cassie has the...
Join us for bilingual songs, stories and rhymes. For ages 0 to 5 and their families. Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de canciones, cuentos y rimas bilingües. Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus familias. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?...
Join us for some crafting! Bring your own project, or work on a group project with us. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Design and craft your own glowing jellyfish lantern using simple materials and lots of imagination. No art experience is needed. Just come ready to create and have fun! Take home a unique lantern that lights up your space with ocean-inspired style. 🌊✨ For teens 13 to 19. Accessibility Need sign...
For ages 6-12 Make some simple crafts and be social with other creative people! Each session we will make something new and have fun things to talk about!
Drop in and explore art media, technology, crafts and games. For teens 13 to 19. Ven y explora diferentes medios de arte, tecnología, manualidades y juegos. Para jóvenes de 13 a 19 años. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call...
Calling all fiber art enthusiasts! Bring whatever stitching project (knitting, crochet, needlepoint, sewing, etc) you're currently working on to our informal and relaxed stitching club. All levels welcome. No materials will be provided, please bring your own. Accessibility Need sign language...
Those planning to attend are asked to prepare a recipe from the month's chosen cookbook and to bring that dish to the club's meeting to share. As we share and sample these culinary creations, we'll discuss food and cooking. Copies of the cookbook will be available to check out from the front desk...
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 the Oak Park Public Library and our partners as we host Roy Kinsey for a storytime first reading of Deangelo and the Dandelion! About Rapbrary at the Main Library At Oak Park Public Library, Rapbrary unfolds as a multi-week immersive experience blending live performance, film, installation,..
Whether you are looking for a peer to read your college essay or you are looking for valid critique on a piece of art. We are here to help! Bring your materials and share. For teens 13 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please...
All Ages. Join Ms. Izabel for a fun-filled story time where children learn rhymes, sing songs, and hear stories in English and Polish.
Stop by the branch on Thursday afternoons to hang out, create, and learn! Teens who are interested can: Learn about Vinyl Cutting with our Silhouette machine Test out our 3D Printer Create with a variety of art and craft supplies Play Games Check out our laptops Hang out Work on homework...
Show off your arts and craft skills and enjoy a simple craft after Preschool Storytime. This craft will be appropriate for kids of all ages and can be done together as a family.
Make a sun-catching windchime with old cds! For grades 6-12. Registration required.
For ages 8-12 years old. All kids require registration, and are available for pickup for one week.
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!
Join us to share stories, songs, dancing, rhymes, crafts and more! For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to...