Events

Toddler Dance is a music and movement program. Young children and their grown-ups sing, clap and dance their way to strong early literacy and math skills.

For children 2 to 4 with an adult caregiver.

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Stop by our Legler Sound Studio to share and record your story. We will have some prompts and questions to guide you. Teens, adults and families are welcome.How to Attend

This event takes place in person. We encourage those who…

Librarian Antonia and Librarian April from the Blackstone Branch will share plenty of songs, rhymes and books during this fun story time especially for preschoolers!

For kids 3 to 5

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This event takes place in person. We…

Book Zoomies presents funny books, silly songs, action rhymes and cool crafts. Miss Henrietta, Opera Cat and Jack the Puppet join us, too.

For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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This event takes place on Zoom.…

Join Ms. Katie for songs and stories appropriate for children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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This event takes place in person. We encourage those who are not vaccinated, may be immunocompromised or have family members…

Join Ms. Jessie of the Rogers Park Branch for preschool story time together on Zoom!  We will share songs, rhymes and books, move our bodies and play some early literacy games.

Recommended for kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers but open…

Join us at the Humboldt Park branch as we celebrate the start of Summer at CPL with the children's musical duo, Little Parade!

Little Parade is an early childhood music group that offers a creative learning experience through…

Join Ms. Mary, from the Archer Heights Branch, as she reads stories and leads children in movement activities, fingerplays and more! This 30-minute program takes place next to the outdoor play area at Archer Park.

Recommended for ages…

Children will enjoy stories, songs and movement that enhance early literacy skills and large motor development.

For kids birth to 5.

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This event takes place in person. 

We encourage those who are not vaccinated, may be…

Join Ms. Mary on Thursday mornings for stories, songs, dancing, rhymes, and more! 

For ages 2-5.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Please register at least 12 hours in advance. Due to space limitations, please include…

Children will enjoy stories, music, and activities that promote early literacy and large motor development.

For kids 0 to 5 with a caregiver.

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This event takes place in person. 

We encourage those who are not…

Parents and caregivers, join us for a story time adventure of books, music, movement, laughter and social interactions that will provide a strong foundation for learning and boost brain power. 

For ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver.

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Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to join us for an interactive story time that explores a child's world through stories, songs, rhymes, dance and play.

For ages 0 to 5.

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Join us as we welcome singer, songwriter and one-man band, Rick Kelley, who presents original songs guaranteed to get you singing, dancing, moving and laughing at the library. A celebration of exploring the creative world through books and…

Join this interactive experience where Chicago residents of all ages are invited to participate in a workshop that includes theater games and stories.

Professional bilingual storyteller Jasmin Cardenas will sprinkle in telling personal…

Join us for a fun-filled 30 minutes of stories, rhymes, songs and movement followed by a simple craft or open play.

Ages 3 to 5 with their caregivers.

Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de 30 minutos llenos de diversión con cuentos, rimas,…

Join us for a screening of Arsenic and Old Lace! 

Cary Grant stars as the one sane member of a charmingly lunatic family in director Frank Capra's classic comedy. When Mortimer Brewster (Grant) brings his new bride to meet his two…

Join Mrs. Lina at the Thurgood Marshall Branch for story time for the whole family! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.

For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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This event takes…

Join us for an afternoon of fun. Paint a unique Chicago skyline using an easy to fill in template method.

For kids 7 and up.

How to Attend

This event takes place in person. Space may be limited.

We encourage those who are not vaccinated,…

Join this interactive experience where Chicago residents of all ages are invited to participate in a workshop that includes theater games and stories.

Professional bilingual storyteller Jasmin Cardenas will sprinkle in telling personal…