Events

Local teacher and author of the book Adventure with the Shortiez,Creola Thomas is turning her works of fiction into an engaging, interactive experience for children. Thomas is launching an updated version of Books Not Bullets –…

Explore the natural world and help us create Woodson’s Reading Garden!

Every Tuesday, rain or shine, we will plant, water, weed and explore the natural world through art and science activities exploring gardens and plants! 

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Join us as we explore different aspects of nature - from animals to plants and more! Test your nature knowledge with trivia, hear a fun story and make something nature-themed to take home.

For kids 6 and up. 

Join us for a screening of Space Jam - A New LegacyWhen LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously…

Play BINGO and win prizes.

For ages 5 and up.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests…

Get more in tune with nature this summer with some fun outdoor activities. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

For ages 5 to 13.

DescripciónConéctate más con la naturaleza este verano con divertidas actividades al aire libre. Se…

Stories around the campfire are an essential part of summer in nature! While the campfire might not be real and the stories fictional, join in telling stories - spooky and otherwise - to end your day of nature adventures. 

Stories are…

Join us for an evening story time under the stars to get those wiggles out before bedtime! When weather permits, we will read and sing outside. Milk and cookies are served. 

For kids age 0 to 8 and their caregivers.

You're invited to join staff from Archer Heights Branch and Jonathan Schlesinger, the Chicago Urban Fishing Program Coordinator with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, to learn about some of the amazing fish found in…

Enjoy an energizing hour of West African dance technique, history and culture for dancers of all levels and ages. Let the live drumming take you away as you move your body, work your mind and feed your soul!

For kids 6 and up.

How to…

In this workshop, young artists will dream up and build an entire world based on the theme for the day—then explore it through theater games, character creation and interactive activities. Together, we’ll design the setting: draw maps,…

Learn the foundations of Hip Hop dance and the fundamental moves of Hip Hop in a fun, accessible way. Learn how to bounce, rock, roll, wave, slide and skate and work on using these moves to develop their freestyle. 

After working on…

Join Emily Rezetko, owner of Verdant Place, and Mary Othic, West Town Branch Children’s Librarian, for an afternoon in the garden. Learn about plants and flowers, listen to a story and create art!

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Join us for quiet reading around our campfire rug. 

Get help choosing the perfect book, find a comfortable spot, and spend a bit of time reading with friends. 

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Enjoy a free boxed lunch for children and teens up to 18. Lunch is served on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last, and must be eaten onsite. 

Disfrute de un almuerzo gratis para niños y adolescentes menores…

Join the Urban Rivers crew to learn all about rivers and river restoration. Make a seed bomb to take home, try out a handheld microscope and think about native ecosystems with some hands on activities.

For ages 6 to 13. Kids under 11 must…

Enjoy a free boxed lunch for children and teens up to 18. Lunch is served on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last, and must be eaten onsite. 

Disfrute de un almuerzo gratis para niños y adolescentes menores…

Drop in to complete a weekly craft and help decorate the kids room with your creations. Then chat with us about everything you are exploring and reading this summer.

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Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint,…

Join us for lunch and some entertainment: games, a movie or hands-on activities. Lunches are provided by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, while supplies last.

For ages 0 to 18.

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