Stay & Play
After Music in Motion, Stay and Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. This program is intended for children of all ages with a caregiver.
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Digital Learning Lab: Smart Sheets ll: Advanced Skills for Smarter Data
Are you ready to elevate your computer skills? Unlock your digital potential? In partnership with Touch Gift Foundation and Teamwork Englewood , join us for our Digital Learning Lab- Kelly Branch Library Series. Smart Sheets ll: Advanced Skills for Smarter Data: aimed at teaching students who are...
Teen Craft Tuesdays: Clay and Wood Painting
Drop in after school and join us for Teen Craft Tuesdays! Every week, we'll do a different craft on Tuesdays after school. Come in and relax, get creative, and make something to take home! All materials will be provided. Join us for a colorful crafting session! We’ll be painting the air-dry...
Mother Goose On the Loose
Join us for a lively, interactive story time that builds early literacy through stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and puppets! Little ones can bring a stuffed friend and dive into movement fun with bells, shakers, scarves and more. For children 0 to 5 with caregivers. Siblings welcome!...
Toddler Time
We will have fun as we read, sing, and play together to build early literacy skills.
Tuesday Story Time
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...
Music & Movement (ages: 3+)
Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this active Storytime that promotes early literacy skills while encouraging children to move and play. Each week will focus on a different form of movement. This week is DANCE. For ages 3-6. Registration required.
Resume Workshop
Join us for some hands-on training on preparing and proof reading your resume. Learn about the differences between functional and traditional resumes, what to include in your resume, how to use a template to make a resume in Microsoft Word and get tips on the content and design of your resume....
Sensory Play & Explore
Dive into a world of textures, colors, and engaging experiences designed to stimulate young minds and encourage exploration. Our sensory play options offer a blend of fun and learning in a safe and interactive environment.
Teen Tuesdays
Come hang out at the library every Tuesday! We’ll have video games including NBA2k26 and Mario Kart, board games, painting, DIY crafts like keychain making, snacks, and whatever else we’re feeling that week. No pressure, no experience needed—just show up, chill, and have fun with friends (or...
Stay and Play
After Little Artists, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.
Tuesday Afternoon Knit and Crochet Circle
Come to Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday afternoon 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!...
Mad Science: Salt Painting
Join us for a colorful science program using salt to create unique, tie-dye style paintings! For ages 5 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....
Bitty Babies (ages 6 weeks-1 year)
Storytime for the youngest patrons! This storytime is for babies not yet walking. Join us for songs, books, and play. Registration required.
Family Story Time
These 30-40 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning. The whole family is encouraged to participate! If...
YOUmedia Open Shop
Curious to learn a new skill? Need homework help? Or do you just want to take the time to geek out with friends? At YOUmedia Open Shop, you can do all of the above! Step right up and into things you have been itching to try. You never know what you can master next. For teens 13 to 19. Accessibility.
SMART Business: State vendor certification & procurement
The Illinois Comptroller's office will provide step-by-step information on becoming a certified vendor with the State of Illinois, navigating procurement, and programs for small, minority, and women-owned businesses. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance..
All By Myself (Ages 3-5)
Join us for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and school readiness.
Greek Easter Celebration Teen Volunteers
Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.
Homeowner/Renters/Condo Insurance 101
During this session, attendees will get an overview of property insurance basics and coverage options. Hosted by the Illinois Department of Insurance. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Tween Club
Children going into 4th-5th grade can join us for books and activities focusing on a different theme each month. This month's theme is Mother's and Others Day Crafts. Must be CCPLD cardholder.
Canvas Painting for Teens
Unleash your inner artist! Join us at the library for a fun and relaxing after school canvas painting program from 4-5 p.m. Express yourself on canvas and create anything you imagine! We provide all the supplies: canvases, paints, and brushes. All skills are welcome, get ready to dive into your own.
ICash: Discover Your Unclaimed Money with Office of Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs
Learn about ICash, the Unclaimed Property division of the Illinois State Treasurer's Office, that connects people with their unclaimed property. The State Treasurer is holding more than $3.5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans! A representative with the Treasurer's office will be set up in...
Tails & Tales-Deer
Start your day with stories that have a bite with this furry, scaled or finned storytime! We will tell animal stories and learn some amazing animal facts and enjoy a video to see our animal in motion. Each week will have it's own animal theme so feel free to bring your own stuffed animal to enjoy.
LEGO® at the Library
We supply the bricks. Just bring a ton of imagination and get ready to build. The sky's the limit! For kids 6 and up. 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..
Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox
MLB: Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field
Greek Easter Celebration
Learn about Easter around the world and Greek Easter customs like breaking red easter eggs!
Teen Craft: Geometric Art
Make psychedelic geometric art with multi-colored paper. For grades 6-12. Registration required.
A Stitch in Time Crochet Club / Club de Tejer
"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...
Travel the Upper Mississippi
In Travel the Upper Mississippi, John Kokoris guides audiences along one of America’s most storied waterways, blending history, place, and discovery.
Little Artists - Still Life
Calling all Little Artists! If your preschooler loves painting with brushes or fingers, this morning art class is for them. Each week will feature a different famous artist and art mediums like watercolors, clay, and paper art. Ages 3-5. *Little Artists runs back to back. Both sessions of this...
Crystal Growing Craft
Join us and watch borax crystals grow in a jar. In this hands-on craft, you will shape a pipe cleaner to your liking and put it in a jar with borax, what happens next is crystal science. So, join us and make some crystals it's totally fun and rad. For kids 6 to 13. How to Attend This event takes...
ESL Reading & Conversation Group
Is your first language Spanish, Polish, Hindi or anything but English? Would you like the opportunity to practice your newly-learned English skills in an informal, non-judgmental setting? The ESL Reading & Conversation Group is for any adult whose first language is not English. Learn more about...
Young & Wealthy: Building Financial Power Early
Join us for this two-part workshop hosted by entrepreneur Corey Phillips that aims to teach emerging adults how to think differently about money. Participants will learn how mindset impacts income, how to build real wealth through smart habits, investing basics do & don'ts, and goal...
Pinochle Club
Drop in for Pinochle Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy this beloved card game. All skill levels are welcome, but players should have some familiarity with the game. The library will provide all materials necessary for...
Teen Craft: Instant Camera Photo Fun
Join your friends for mini photo shoot! Use the library's Instax Mini Fujifilm instant camera to take photos with your friends - then level-up your photos with decorations and frames! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312).
Story Time
Join Librarian Brittany for fun read-alouds, music, and movement! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to.
Common Scams and How to Avoid Them
Consumers can fall prey to many types of fraud or unfair business transactions. The Illinois Attorney General’s Office protects consumers’ rights and can assist when things go wrong. Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s outreach team will help residents: Be on the lookout for the latest scams Protect...
AARP Tax Help
AARP will be providing tax assistance. Library staff are not tax professionals and cannot provide assistance. Please call 872-368-4713 to make an appointment. Follow provided instructions for registration. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this...
Learn Basic Computer Skills
Looking for basic computer skills? We'll be going through everything from booting up the computer, using a mouse and accessing the internet. Due to a limited number of in-house computers, please contact the library if you will be needing a laptop. We ask those who have a laptop to bring it with...
Teen Hideaway
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...
DIY Crafternoons - Pet Cactus Rocks
Let's craft together with all kinds of materials. We'll paint, glue and bead all kinds of fun and exciting projects. No prickles on these little guys! Just a whimsical little pet in a pot! We'll paint them, plant them and get to name them! All the materials are provided! Just bring your...
Baby Time
Enjoy songs, rhymes and books with your baby to develop language skills and a love of reading. For infants and toddlers 0 to 18 months with a caregiver. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Kids Cultural Art Night
Each month we will explore a new artist and recreate one of their famous paintings using oil pastels and chalk. Cultural arts will let you explore a new way of fun and creativity. This month we will discover famous artist Vincent Van Gogh born March 30, 1853.
Come Play Chess with Us
Image courtesy of: teachbesideme.com Come and join us at the Chicago Bee Library with facilitator eMadeline Morgan starting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 2pm to 3pm! Every Tuesday! Whether you’ve never touched a chess piece or you’ve loved the game for years, this hour is for you! We’ll...
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