Events
Stop by the Beverly Branch from August 21st to September 15th to pick up a Mini Art Kit (while supplies last). Use the supplies provided to create a piece of art that will be displayed during the Beverly Art Walk. The theme is "Why I Love…
Ever wonder what goes on at the library after closing? Drop off your stuffed animal for a sleepover so it can find out and tell you.
When you leave your stuffed animal at the library, you will fill out a short biography…
Stretch, meditate and relax. Classes are provided by Esperanza Health Center and recommended for beginners.
Estírate, medita y relájate. Las clases son proporcionadas por Esperanza Health Center y recomendadas para principiantes.
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Returning books or picking up movies for the weekend? Drop in for a do-it-yourself craft that you can make in the branch or take to make at home! One per person, while supplies last.
For ages 3 and up.
How to AttendThis event takes…
Join the Kelly Branch for an informal get together to talk about tips and resources available to search your family history. Beginners and experience searchers are welcome. How to AttendThis event takes place in person and online. Please…
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Families will be able to apply in person and verify enrollment at Altgeld Branch for preschool application support with CPS Pre-K enrollment. Meet Deiquita Goggins and Monique Horton in Study Room 1 to help you and your family…
Practice your American Mahjong game with other players at the Roden Branch. All levels of play are welcome, a basic knowledge of the game is needed. No registration is necessary.
How to Attend This event takes place in person. Masks are…
Join Miss Tara to discuss the featured story, participate in story-related activities and make a simple craft. In September, we're discussing Kondo & Kezumi Reach Bell Bottom. Books are available at the reference desk.
For kids 6…
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Join our story time for the whole family! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 2 to 8 and their caregivers.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all…
Join Ms. Corina for a fun story time with stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish in different Back of the Yards locations. Story time on Saturday, September 23 is at Tom's Place Pancake House. In case of rain, story time takes…
Join us as we discuss Brownsville by Oscar Casares. "Ostensibly set in Brownsville , TX, these nine stories could easily have been located in any border town; the characters may be specific to a precise locale, but the themes and…
Stories, songs and fun.
For kids 0 to 5 years and their families.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using…
Join us for our family story time where we will share rhymes, sing songs and hear stories in English and Spanish. For families of all ages.
Acompáñenos en nuestro hora de cuentos con rimas, canciones y cuentos en inglés y…
- Online event
Digital skills are essential in work and business. Learn how Cell-Ed and LinkedIn Learning can help you gain the digital skills you need while learning at your own pace.
Cell-Ed An app with self-guided mini lessons on essential…
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Prepare to improve your public speaking skills, build your leadership skills, maximize your potential and more with the Wrightwood-Ashburn Overcomers (WAO) Toastmasters Club, in partnership with the Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch.
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Join us for a screening of Tangled.
When the kingdom's most wanted, and most charming, bandit Flynn Rider hides in a mysterious tower, the last thing he expects to find is Rapunzel, a spirited teen with an unlikely superpower: 70 feet of…
Join the fun as we fabricate some very "biggie-sized" parade puppets. Bring your creativity to this build session. Involves cutting, gluing, painting and assembling.
Artists will also be invited to participate in the upcoming Pumpkin…
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Join the West Town Branch Spanish book club, La Esquina de Lectores, as we discuss, Cuando Era Divertido by Eloy Moreno and share other interesting reads.
How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24…
Registration closed Get ready to sing and dance your way through an active story time filled with exciting books. Story time is followed by open play in our large meeting room where kids can build with giant blocks, use puppets and make new friends.
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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…
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