Events
Join our book club for a discussion of a different book each month.
How to Attend
This event is available in person and online.
Attend in person at the Merlo Branch644 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, Il 60657
Attend online via ZoomOnly one…
- Online event
Join the Richard M. Daley Branch for a discussion of the 2025 One Book, One Chicago title.
The One Book, One Chicago title will be announced in early September 2025. Copies of the featured title will be available for checkout at that time.…
Join us to play some chess and meet new friends! All levels of players are welcome. Bring your chess set, if you have it. Let's meet, play, and make new friends!
The room capacity is limited. Registration is required through this…
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!
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Visit the library for unstructured open play time. Bring a friend or make a new one.
For kids of all ages with their caregivers.
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Rush University Center to Transform Health and Housing tables at the branch to reach out to patrons needing assistance and provide supplies like Narcan and hygiene kits.
Interested in learning how to play American Mahjong? Know how to play American Mahjong but need partners? Join us on Mahjong Mondays to learn, practice and improve your game! No supplies are needed and all skill levels are…
Come hang out in our YOUMedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit, or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects, and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.
For ages 10 to 19.
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Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified!! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Garageband, equipment setup, save and exporting audio files.
After the certification, you can reserve…
Through this writing group, we will continue the legacy of writers that gathered before our times. As a member of the Silent Scribe Society, you can air out your woes, successes, and goals you have for your literature. You can focus on your…
Join us for the fun of our very popular Austin-Irving Simple Stitches Crochet Club. Bring a work in progress or come to learn basic crochet stitches and chat with other crafters. Yarn and hooks available. Knitters are welcome!
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Do you enjoy the written word? Are you interested in finishing the story you have started? Or a poem? Stop by the Portage-Cragin Adult Creative Writing Group. The group is non-judgmental and very supportive. Feel free to bring your creative…
Improve your ability to communicate in English. Join new English speakers for 60 minutes of English conversation. Different topics will be discussed each week.
No registration is necessary, all adult English learners are welcome…
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!
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Come enjoy painting and reconnecting with people. Not an artist? Not a problem! All skill levels are welcome. Painting supplies will be provided, and templates will be available. At the end of the program, you will leave with your…
Interested in learning more about how to use the computer or need a refresher? We are now offering one-on-one basic computer skills development through the online resource Chicago Digital Learn. If you prefer to use your own laptop, feel…
Join us to learn more about the organizations that serve the Washington Heights Community. The Woodson Regional Community Share-out will have 3-4 organizations share information about their organization followed by a Q & A…
Need some relaxation and social interaction with like-minded people?! Enjoy coloring? Come yourself or bring a friend(s). Join us every Tuesday from 1--2:30pm for adult coloring and light snacks at the Chicago Bee Library.
For Adults 18…
Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D Printer, Vinyl Cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming, and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games, and even pen & paper…
Do you knit or crochet? Join Lincoln Park's Knitting Circle led by Deb. Show us your work and learn from others in the group. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started.
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