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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. Space may be limited.
AccessibilityNeed sign language…
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. Space may be limited.
AccessibilityNeed sign language…
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…
Neurodiverse teens from Parents Allied with Children and Teachers for Tomorrow (PACTT) come once a week for teen activities: like reading, coloring and or painting, board games, and Legos.
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This series will combine mindfulness practices with yogic movement. Each session will begin with a pranayama breathing technique, followed by 30 minutes of gentle movement, and conclude with a brief body scan meditation. All bodies and…
This family story time pops up three weeks each month with joyful songs, rhymes, and stories. Each week brings a fun surprise! Explore educational toys, make a simple craft, or enjoy lively parachute play.
For children ages 0 to 6 and their…
Join us Tuesday mornings as we watch the Brain Health Series from the DFSS Chicago. Brain Health is the state of brain functioning across cognitive, sensory, social-emotional, behavioral and motor domains. The Brain Health Series…
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3-2-1… Blast off with us on a space-themed story time adventure for young explorers. Join the fun as we read, sing and talk about what it’s like to sparkle like a star and live on our amazing planet
For kids 0 to 5 and their families.
AccessibilityNeed…
Join us for story time, where children enjoy fun stories, songs and activities.
For children 0 to 5 with an adult. Older siblings welcome.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?…
3-2-1… Blast off with us on a space-themed story time adventure for young explorers. Join the fun as we read, sing and talk about what it’s like to sparkle like a star and live on our amazing planet."For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
…3-2-1… Blast off with us on a space-themed story time adventure for young explorers. Join the fun as we read, sing and talk about what it’s like to sparkle like a star and live on our amazing planet.For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
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CanceledJoin us for a fun story time featuring songs, dances, games and books!
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Space may be limited.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call…
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Have fun and build literacy at the same time with stories, songs, rhymes and a craft!
For kids 18 months to 5.
How to AttendRegister by 10:30 a.m. the day before the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal…
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Join Jenny at the Dunning Branch and the Center for Disability & Elder Law for a presentation addressinglegal services for Powers of Attorney for Property and Healthcare.What is a Power of Attorney? A Power of Attorney allows…
Join us for tales of wonder and enchantment.
For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
How to AttendRegister by 4 p.m. Sunday, October 4, 2026. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A…
Looking for basic computer skills? We'll be going through everything from booting up the computer, using a mouse and accessing the internet. Due to a limited number of in-house computers, please contact the library if you will be needing a…
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Join us for a lively morning of stories, songs and crafts. We enjoy 30 minutes of stories followed by 30 minutes of play.
For kids 3 to 5 with a caregiver.
Únase a nosotros para una mañana de cuentos, canciones y manualidades. Disfrutamos…
3-2-1… Blast off with us on a space-themed story time adventure for young explorers! Join the fun as we read, sing and talk about what it’s like to sparkle like a star and live on our amazing planet!
For ages 2 to 5 with a…
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Design a keychain or pendant using Tinkercad, 3D design software. Your designs will then be 3D printed.
Classes and workshops at the Maker Lab are for ages 14 and up. All attendees must have basic computer and mouse skills.
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Join us for a lively morning of stories, songs and crafts. We enjoy 30 minutes of stories followed by 30 minutes of play.
For kids 3 to 5 with a caregiver.
Únase a nosotros para una mañana de cuentos, canciones y manualidades. Disfrutamos…
