Events
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Sempuyo is a traditional style of accordion book binding that was popular in Heian Japan and 12th century China. The Japanese name means “flutter,” describing the movement of the pages when the book is left open. This kit…
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Join us for a screening of Searching.
A father spirals down an unnerving internet rabbit hole to find his missing daughter in this laptop thriller. Their seemingly idyllic family life in San Jose unravels as he makes increasingly disturbing…
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Come by after school to chill and learn some beginner origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, in the Teen Space! Folding paper, instructions and snacks will be provided for all participants. Grab and go kit options also available.
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Join us for fun guided activities on Thursdays after school. Make art, learn a new craft, collaborate and compete through video and board gaming and more! Stop by any time between 3 and 5.
For teens ages 13 to 18.
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Get creative and make your own vinyl stickers using our Cricut cutting machine! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design, cut, and apply custom stickers—perfect for decorating water bottles, laptops, notebooks, and more. Registration is…
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Welcome families! Join us for an in-person event full of fun and relaxation. Come make new friends and reunite with old acquaintances, as we play some rounds of classic party games and card games like Bid Whist, Spades and 21. We…
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…
Drop by to learn about all the offerings we have for our tween and teen patrons. Use our gaming systems, make art, learn new technologies or just hang out!
Tech equipment available includes a 3D printer, Cricut vinyl cutter, Nintendo Switch…
Whether gaming, learning new tech, or just vibing, we’ve got you covered. Join us Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
3D PrinterSilhouette Vinyl CutterNintendo SwitchDSLR Camera, Green Screen + Studio LightsLaptops +…Stop by on Thursday afternoons to play games on the Nintendo Switch.
For teens in grades 7 through 12.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
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Join us for a screening of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)
Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities…
Origami for Teens
Canceled,Come by after school to chill and learn some beginner origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, in the Teen Space! Folding paper, instructions and snacks will be provided for all participants. Grab and go kit options also available.
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Do you enjoy reading? If so, please come to our interactive book club! Join us for a discussion of the types of books you enjoy reading. Light refreshments will be served.
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Show your gaming skills and gain some new ones with the Chinatown Esports team!
We are playing a PS4 and a Switch game. All skill levels are welcome, so come ready to have some fun!
For kids 9 to 13.
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Every Thursday in YouMedia is Tween Thursday! Unlike the rest of the week, tweens as young as 10 are welcome in YouMedia to join programs and utilize the resources available in the space.
For tweens and teens 10 to 18.
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Hosted by Nancy Kramer, a talent and recruitment coordinator at the Industrial Council of Northwest Chicago, this program will walk teens through how to ask the right questions and use AI tools to explore careers. They’ll…
Meeting Thursdays from 4-5pm rain or shine Polaroids of Portage Park is an exciting interactive program involving snapping pics of local business in the Portage Park neighborhood. Teens ages 13-18 are welcome to participate in the program,…
Become a master builder at the library. We provide the LEGO bricks; you provide the imagination.
For ages 4 and up. Space limitations may apply.
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Come hang out and play games on the Switch, PS3 and PS4. Challenge each other and compete in Mario Kart, Smash Bros and more.
For teens and tweens 10 to 19.
Ven y pásala bien jugando con el Switch, PS3 y PS4. Reta a tus amigos y…
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Whether you're an experienced gamer or a newbie, join us for an hour of exciting and fun gaming. Snacks will be provided.
For teens 13 to 19.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…