Parks, trails, outdoor events, and nature activities in Oakwood, IL. Get outside and explore.
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Do you know how to crochet, or do you want to learn how to crochet? Participants will learn stiches, patterns, new tips, and new tricks. New projects will be started and bring your current work in progress projects. Crochet hooks and start-up yarn will be provided and please bring your own material.
Join the Humboldt Park Branch as we explore the world of cookbooks! Each month we will read, cook, eat, and discuss from a different book from CPL's collection. This month's pick is Delicious Tonight by Nagi Maehashi! Please prepare one recipe from this month's cookbook to...
Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...
By popular demand! Come and enjoy painting and reconnect with others. Not an artist? Not a problem! All skill levels are welcome. Painting supplies and templates will be provided. At the end of the program, you will leave with your masterpiece. Accessibility Do you need sign language interpretation.
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?...
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...
Use our taste-safe solution of milk and food coloring to make art and explore bubble sensory bins. Dress for a mess. We will be outside if weather permits. Ages 0-5. Register.
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...
Come help us create a custom Minecraft world at the library! Build towering castles, craft intricate Redstone contraptions that defy logic, and explore landscapes teeming with hidden treasures and perilous challenges. Ages 10-18 years old. Registration required.
In Crafting Club, we will be exploring all different crafts! Want to learn the basics of crochet? Make miniatures out of airdry clay? Use LEGOs to make prints? We’ll be trying it all in our Crafting Club! This program is for those in grades 3-6th.
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! Accessibility Need.
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 adolescentes y...
Stamp, press, and paint! Kids will make vibrant flower art using plastic bags and lots of imagination.
Let's craft together with all kinds of materials. We'll paint, glue and bead all kinds of fun and exciting projects. We'll bring these beautiful paper butterflies to life with color, string and a wood frame. All the materials are provided! Just bring your imagination and creativity!
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...
Join us for "poet-tea!" Drink tea and write poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month . Make a "found poem" collage out of cut-out words or free write, then share what you wrote in an open mic-style "poetry slam." Or select a poem to read from our collection by a famous poet such as...
Join us in a special collaboration between Chicago Public Library and the Senior Services Division of the Department of Family and Support Services. This month we will be discussing The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave. How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24...
Registration Required. Ages 4-12 years, under 7 with accompanying adult. Paint a cute puffin by the sea.
Join us for a bimonthly craft just for tweens! This time, we’re creating squishies. Materials and snacks are provided. For tweens 10 to 14. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to...
Come hang out and turn flat sheets of paper into awesome 3D characters from your favorite video games and movies. From folding to finishing, you’ll learn the tricks to build a whole collection of cool paper toys to take home. For ages 10 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or...