Events
We're offering a variety of FREE seed packets to our patrons and visitors (3 packets per household/per visit). The selection is constantly growing and changing as we continue to receive donations (thanks to our many sponsors!). We plan…
Enjoy a free cup of coffee while connecting with community resources. Support may be available on topics such as health, housing, and legal services.
Everyone is welcome!
Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other…
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Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, health, employment, and substance use disorder. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone…
Visit Archer Heights' Adult Reference Desk for a spice kit to take home. Each kit will include a sample of the highlighted spice, as well as recipes and information on the spice's cultural and historical significance. A selection of…
Stop by the Kelly Branch Adult Reference Desk to pick up a spice kit to take home. Each kit includes a sample of the featured spice, recipes, and information about the spice’s cultural and historical significance. A selection of…
Visit the library for open, unstructured play time. Bring a friend or make a new one.
For kids of all ages with their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this…
Need help using your phone, tablet, or computer? Join us for this one-on-one support session designed specifically for seniors 55+ who are new to technology or would like help with the basics in a calm, friendly environment.
Sessions are…
Join us for songs, stories and other fun literacy activities!
For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Due to our limited space, preschools and large groups are asked to register in advance.
AccessibilityNeed sign language…
Join us for our weekly summer story time with craft. Listen to a Chicago themed story and make a simple craft to take home.
For children 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers.
How to AttendRegister by the start of the event.…
Drop in any time for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons! We have a wide variety of educational toys available for self-directed play, ending the time with bubbles and parachute songs. This is also a great time to meet…
Join Ms. Anne for an interactive program featuring read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Tips for children's early literacy skill development are included for parents and caregivers.
For children 6 to 36 months and…
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Join us for an educational, hands-on and very exciting experience with live reptiles from around the world. The show will include an amazing assortment of reptiles to interact with and learn about.
For kids 3 and up.
… Summer Story Time
CanceledJoin Ms. Carlynn for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other…
Bring the kids for an interactive Pride-themed story time filled with books, fingerplays, songs and rhymes, as well as free play time or a craft after the program.
For children 0 to 5 with a participating adult. Groups of four or more,…
Join us for a story time full of books, songs and rhymes for our littlest patrons.
For kids 0 to 6 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…
Join Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming. During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another. We believe in learning through literature, art and hands-on…
Please join us for a 30-minute family story time. We will enjoy stories, rhymes and music.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Older children also welcome.
How to AttendRegistration is encouraged but not…
Family Story Time
CanceledJoin us for a story time full of books, songs and rhymes for our littlest patrons.
For kids 0 to 6 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…
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Grammy® nominated artist Nanny Nikki loves to sing and to bring life to classic children's songs for early childhood as well as some original music. Join her for a fun, high energy and interactive musical show including sing-along songs,…