Events

All CPL locations are closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Join us at Altgeld Branch for a fun afternoon/evening of games including board games, PC, and the Nintendo switch. Win against 3 people (or the librarian) for YOUMedia swag and snacks.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or…

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.

Do you have a secret yarn stash? So do we! Join Legler Regional Library staff as we craft our way through our own stash. Fiber artists of all abilities are welcome to meet and work on projects -- bring your own project or work on one as a…

Every Monday 6pm-7pm, come to the Chicago Bee Teen Space for a viewing of a popular anime -- new and classics alike. During the month of January we'll be watching MY HERO ACADEMIA (2025), Season 8 (THE FINAL SEASON!). Come chat with other…

Neurodiverse teens from PACTT (Parents Allied with Children and Teachers for Tomorrow), hang out for teen time activities, like crafts, coloring and/or painting, games and Legos.

For teens 13 and up.

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Primary elections will be occurring on March 17! Are you registered to vote? HeadCount volunteers will be at the library to check your registration, help you register to vote, and answer any questions you may have about voting in…

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 pen and paper roleplaying…

Join fellow tweens and teens for an afternoon of storytelling, fandom fun and creativity!

Share your favorite characters, books, streaming finds... or show off your own amazing artwork.

Snacks will be provided.

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Whether gaming, learning new tech, or just vibing, we’ve got you covered. Join us Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Come to Near North every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5pm for games, crafts, and good old fashioned hanging out!

ACCESSIBILITY

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

Learn a whole new way to make jewelry! Using pliers and wire, wrap stones to create necklace pendants and rings.

Ages 11-19

Accessibility

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

Want to learn or brush up on your American Sign Language skills? Join the Thurgood Marshall Branch for this weekly virtual class. All levels of learners are welcome. Participation is required in this class.

For adults, teens, tweens…

Stop by the library to create your own fusion bead (perler bead) design to take home.

For ages 13 to 19.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…

Learn a whole new way to make jewelry! Using pliers and wire, wrap stones to create necklace pendants and rings.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or…

Want to participate in the Teen Winter Challenge but need more space (and supplies) to create your art? Come to the North Pulaski branch after school every Tuesday in January for our Teen Art Studio!By using the library to work on your art,…

Bring some friends for a chill board/card game night. We got the classics and some new ones, too. Snacks provided.

For teens 13 to 19.

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Unleash your inner artist and transform ordinary rocks into colorful masterpieces. All materials provided.

For ages 13 to 18.

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

Learn to use the sewing machine by sewing a simple bookmark. Once certified, you can walk in and use the machine on your own. Certification is limited to 2 people. Unregistered participants may observe and complete certification later.

For…

Learn to embroider by hand in a relaxed environment. Ms. Yvette will show you everything from how to use a hoop, how to make basic stitches, and what to do once you finish your embroidery piece to help you dive into this relaxing…