Events
All CPL Locations Closed Wednesday, April 30
In ProgressAll day,All CPL locations are closed Wednesday, April 30 for All Staff Institute Day.
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Become part of an extraordinary community and program designed for changemakers and remarkable women & youth committed to making an impact. Led by our founder, a certified agile change agent and technology professional, in…
Do you want to Learn English? All languages welcome!
This class will help you to talk to your supervisors, your children’s teachers, neighbors, doctors, and more. ESL classes are taught in small groups. They include speaking and writing,…
Use this journal to capture the season’s change. Go on a walk in a natural area near you and write or sketch your observations.
This grab and go kit is available at the 8th floor reference desk during library hours for the month of May…
Join this 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…
Join us for a story time full of stories, rhymes and songs for our littlest patrons.
For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call…
Join our preschool story time for the whole family. We share songs, rhymes and books, plus an hands-on activity after!
For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Join this 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…
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Join our children's librarians for this special 25-minute story time for babies and their caregivers. We’ll share songs, rhymes and books while helping to build baby’s early literacy and social-emotional skills.
For children birth to 18…
Your child learns best when having fun! Support your child’s pre-literacy skills through songs, stories and play.
For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Join Ms. Beronica for some fun as we share songs, rhymes and stories!
For families with children 0 to 7.
How to AttendPlease register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from…
Join us for a story time filled with lively stories, songs and rhymes. Then stick around to play after the program!
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays and more! Concludes with 30 minutes of open play time.
For children 0 to 5 with a caregiver.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
Do you enjoy working on puzzles? Join Chicago Bee branch staff for fun and conversation as we try to complete a puzzle each week. Feel free to bring your own puzzle if you'd like.
For Adults 18 and up!
AccessibilityNeed sign…
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Come make new friends and have fun as we sing and play together.
For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs, dancing, rhymes and more!
For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.
How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to…
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Join us for story times emphasizing adult-child interaction and bonding. Includes an optional 10-minute play time.
For kids 6 to 23 months with a participating adult.How to AttendIn order to provide a fun and safe program, Baby Time is…
Come join us for a morning filled with books, songs and fun. Bring the little ones to listen to stories and then get a chance to play. We will read aloud and then have fun singing and playing.
For ages 0 to 5 with an adult caregiver.
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This interactive program features read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Tips for children's early literacy skill development are included for parents and caregivers.
For toddlers 18 to 36 months.
How to AttendRegister by 9:30…
Join us for stories, songs and play activities.
For children 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…