Events
Do you knit, crochet, embroider or do another needlecraft? Join Logan Square's Thursday Knitting Circle. Show us your work and learn from others in the group. No experience required.
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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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Back by popular demand! Attention book lovers: Join us in person for an informal meeting to share your thoughts about a book you recently read or a favorite you'd like to recommend. Become acquainted with other readers – and find out…
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Are you interested in cultivating your creativity through writing? Write and share a poem, story, essay or memoir with writer Donna Pecore at the Budlong Woods Branch Writing Workshop. Open to all adults, no experience…
Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play.
For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.
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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 to quilt! The class is led by local Austin resident Jacqueline Doctor Johnson. Come expecting to learn, and to have some fun!
Bring your own supplies.
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Join licensed instructor, Dena Taylor, for Chair Zumba - a modified Zumba workout using a chair. Move your body to the rhythm of the beat while sitting down! You will also learn a line dance or two. Standing is optional. Please bring…
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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Join us for a monthly discussion of a book that explores an aspect of the history of Chicago. Books will be available at the first floor circulation desk. This program is in partnership with the Edgewater Historical Society.
…Forward Chicago is hosting a Repair Cafe every 2nd Saturday of the month.
In this program, Forward Chicago volunteers can repair jewelry, sew clothes, and repair general stuff too depending on the item. Volunteers are unable…
Join us on Saturday mornings for Chair Yoga, a therapeutic but softer approach to Yoga. Performed primarily in a chair, with some standing exercises, Chair Yoga is designed to relax the mind, enhance cognitive function, improve balance,…
Join us in person as we 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…
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…
The practice of yoga can enhance the quality of life for people of any age. In various sequences we will use a combination of simple stretches and yoga poses. Participants will be encouraged to participate in breath awareness, mindful…
Do you know how or want to learn how to crochet? Join the Beverly Crocheting Circle to learn stitches, patterns, tips, and tricks. Bring your current work in progress or start a new one! Crochet hooks and start-up yarn will be…
Stop in the community room for some Nintendo Switch fun! Choose from our collection of games, such as Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros.
For ages 8 and up. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.
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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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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…
Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroidery extraordinaires and more. Do you craft and create? Do you sometimes need an experienced eye to help with a pattern, need an idea for a new project, or simply want some company from other…