Events

Bring your knitting needles and current or new project. Let's chat while we knit and listen to recorded music. We'll share patterns and tips, all the while not dropping a stitch! If you are new to knitting, bring US size 8 needles and one…

Please join us Wednesday afternoons for an after-school, drop-in craft activity. Possible crafts include button-making, painting, jewelry-making, sewing and more. All materials will be provided until supplies last. 

For ages 10 to…

Learn sewing basics and get creative at YOUmedia! Get certified to use the sewing machine to work on your own projects using materials from our fashion area. Teens who complete the certification process are approved to use the sewing…

Come hang out in the Teen Room. We have couches and tables, games, arts and crafts, a Nintendo Switch, laptops and more.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Questions about…

Are you a big fan of chess or do you wish you knew how to play? New and experienced players are welcome to join the fun and meet other kids & teens that are interested in learning how to play or sharpening their skills.

For kids 5-13…

Teens will spend four days seeking to master the ins and outs of slime. On Monday, we will pose the question, what is the ideal ratio of ingredients to make the perfect slime? On Tuesday, tweens will be welcome to join us. We will continue…

Using colorful paper and pictures, we're making fun magnets to take home! 

For ages 10 to 19.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. 

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Are you interested in Anime, Manga or both? Join us for fun and engaging discussions and viewing of past and current Anime and Manga titles

How to AttendThis event takes place on Zoom. [Register at least 24 hours before the event.] Only one…

Join us for an exciting gaming session at Mayfair. A variety of video games on our Wii and Nintendo Switch consoles are available.

This program is for teens and tweens.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…

Come one, come all teens to West Lawn's Crafting extravaganza! Come explore the world of crafting and learn how to make different things such as Perler keychains, lanterns, journals, bath bombs and much more.

For teens 13 to 19.

How to…

Chess anyone? New and experienced players are welcome. Join the fun and meet other community members as we sharpen our skills and learn some new ones at this exciting chess program.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person.…

Stop by the Logan Square Branch to create a one-of-a-kind bracelet for you or a friend. Supplies for embroidered and beaded bracelets will be provided.

For teens and tweens 10 to 19.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person.…

Hang out and make a tin of lip balm for yourself or as a gift! All supplies, including optional flavoring and coloring, are provided. For Teens and Tweens, ages 10 to 19.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…

Bring your creative ideas to this weekly drop-in art studio. Topics and projects are directed by participants, materials are provided, and each session is facilitated by representatives from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

The…

Get homework help from a certified teacher and learn about library resources with our expert librarians. Join other students and their families in this after-school learning program. Attend the whole session or drop in with a…

Do you knit, crochet, embroider or do another needlecraft? Come to Wednesday In Stitches! Show us your work and learn from others in the group. No experience required; please bring your own needles and yarn.

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Use fabric markers, create block print-stamps or an iron-on vinyl design to decorate a multi-functional zippered bag. It’s the perfect size for a pencil case, makeup bag or whatever you want to use it for. It will definitely show off your…

Join your neighbors to learn and practice the basics of American Sign Language using SignSchool. Each week we cover a different unit, learning basic signs and hand parameters, and practicing visual comprehension, signing and basic…

Forward Chicago invites you to come play or learn Bridge. This takes place at Sulzer Regional Library every 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month.  

How to Attend This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…

Join us for a fun and engaging afternoon of painting on canvas and sipping some of the tastiest pop and juice the local corner store has to offer.

How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL…