Events

Join us for an illustrated talk followed by a question and answer period featuring local journalists Robert Loerzel and James A. Pierce discussing their new book on the history of the legendary Uptown Theatre, its past…

Join us for an hour of open play. Caregivers and little ones come together to interact and play with all sorts of toys, games and blocks.

For ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver.

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Hey 6th to 8th graders! Ready to level up your Saturday plans? Drop in once a month for fun activities, snacks, and a chance to help shape future library programs made just for you. Come hang out, try something new, and tell us…

Join the West Town Branch Spanish book club La Esquina de Lectores, as we discuss, Water Moon by Samantha Sotto.

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Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…

The Artist's Studio at the Library is proud to present the next series from the Art Institute of Chicago. Children and their parents create a fabric and paper patchwork piece inspired by quilts from the Art Institute of Chicago to…

Join Carolina Morales, bilingual education specialist with Chicago Children's Advocacy Center, to hear the story My Body! What I Say Goes! Families learn about body safety, feelings, consent, safe and unsafe touch and respectful…

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.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…

Join us for bilingual songs, stories and rhymes.

For ages 0 to 5 and their families.

Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de canciones, cuentos y rimas bilingües.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus familias.

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Join us an English language class led by Erie House. In each class, you will learn basic English and about the library's English study resources such as Cell-Ed. Erie House is a modern social service nonprofit with programming and resources…

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…

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…

Are you an English language learner looking to practice your spoken English? Or are you currently taking our English Class for Beginners and looking for more help? Join us on Saturdays for our English Conversation Class from…

Saturday at Thurgood Marshall LibraryWhen the wise and beloved Papa Smurf is mysteriously kidnapped by evil wizards, the cheerful hero Smurfette leads her fellow Smurfs on an epic quest beyond their village — into the real world — to…

Join us for another meeting of our Graphic Novel Book Club with a discussion of graphic novels. This month's title is Lu and Ren's Guide to Geozoology by Angela Hsieh. Afterward, stick around for snacks and a fun…

Learn the basics of crocheting every fourth Saturday. Please bring a size H crochet hook and a bundle of yarn with you. We're making hats and then progressing to shawls, sweaters and blankets.

For adults, teens and kids 10 and up.

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Join us for beginning guitar and ukulele. We're exploring the basics of each instrument, such as how to hold the instrument, basic chords and some simple songs to start off with. We will also get into the basics of practicing and…

Want to learn how to use the computer?

Thurgood Marshall Branch is offering basic computer classes to teach you how to use the mouse, keyboard, and learn how to create and edit documents. You can also learn how to do copy and paste as well…

Complete one of our design challenges or let your imagination run wild. We're excited to see what you can create! LEGO® bricks are provided and creations will be displayed at the library for a week after the program.

For kids 5…

Come make a clay groundhog and simulate various Sun and atmospheric conditions to learn some science and get ready for Groundhog Day!

For kids 6 and up with caregivers.

How to AttendRegister by the start of the program. Chicago Public…

Choose your own adventure and explore new lands in our Dungeons & Dragons weekly sessions! Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game where players create unique characters and work together to create stories to…