Events
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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Join the award-winning Chicago Mini Musicians for an interactive music class for young children and their families! In celebration of Women's History Month, our classes will feature engaging music and movement activities that spark…
Join us for songs, stories and other fun literacy activities!
For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
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Let your child’s artistic talent fly as they use crayons, markers and other coloring tools to express themselves through our weekly art themes and coloring pages!
For kids 3 to 5.
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Join Ms. Charmaine for a fun filled winter story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 0 to 3 and their caregivers.
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This interactive program features read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Stay and socialize in the Children's Area after the program.
For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.
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Join Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming. During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another. We believe in learning through literature, art and hands-on…
Join Ms. Walker and Mr. Pierre for a magical, interactive story time as we read Tap the Magic Tree by Christie Matheson! This beautifully illustrated book invites children to tap, shake and wiggle along as a tree changes through…
Join Mr. Pierre for story time for the whole family! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Older siblings welcome.
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Calling all little crafters! Join us for an informal crafting hour. All materials are provided in this casual, self-directed art hour. No registration required.
For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.AccessibilityNeed sign language…
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We have blocks, puzzles and other hands-on building and play activities allowing families time to read, discover and create together! This is an unstructured, do-it-yourself program but we encourage families to interact with each other and…
Littles and their caregivers have the opportunity to explore self-paced, age-appropriate, interactive play activities to build social, physical and cognitive skills.
For kids 5 and under with their grown-up.
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Enjoy a free boxed supper for children and teens 18 and under. Limited quantities available. Supper is served on a first come, first served basis and must be eaten onsite.
Disfrute de una cena gratis para niños y adolescentes…
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Each week we feature a drop-in activity which may include a simple STEM or craft activity, building materials, puzzles, toys or maybe even a coloring bonanza!
This week, put your crafting to the test with a bag of mystery…
Join us for a fun and messy time making slime to take home. Try hands-on crafting with colorful, gooey materials to create your slime. Follow along with the instructor and feel free to ask questions or try different techniques.
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Building with blocks develops a child's learning skills and provides lots of fun! Stop by our block play event to build, explore and create together. All you need is your imagination.
For children 0 to 8.
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Calling all LEGO enthusiasts and engineers! Join us for LEGO free play and display your work in our lobby. Make new friends while building STEAM skills.
For kids 4 and up. Younger children welcome with an adult.
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Join Ms. Lala from the Sherman Park Branch for an evening of fun for the entire family. Get moving with a scavenger hunt!
For kids 3 to 13 and their families.
How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register 24 hours before the…
Children and their families are invited to story time for songs, books and a craft to make together, followed by play time.
For ages 0 to 5 and their families.
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The interactive program features read-aloud books, rhymes and songs best for kids 18 months to 3. (Kids up to 5 and babies welcome!) Tips for early literacy skill development are often included for caregivers.
For kids…