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Join us in the Popular Library at the Harold Washington Library Center for an English language class led by Erie House. In each class, you will learn basic English and about the library's English study resources such as Cell-Ed.…
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Design a holiday card with a window frame pop out design and text with Inkscape. Use the Cricut cutting machine and two pieces of colored or patterned card stock paper to make your card.
We'll also provide blank cards, pens and markers,…
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Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativityWould…
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativityWould…
Is English your second language? Do you want more practice speaking and understanding American English? Join our conversation group and improve your ability to communicate.This group focuses on having lively discussions about current…
Registration requiredRegister for eventBring 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…
Join an English class led by an Erie House tutor in the Popular Library at the Harold Washington Library Center. In each class, you will study intermediate-level English and learn about the library's English study resources such…
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Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativityWould…
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Launched in 1986, American Masters, the PBS award-winning biography series, has set the standard for documentary film profiles. This series is committed to producing comprehensive film biographies about those artists whose…
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This artist talk features four artists from Marimacha Monarca Press. Hear from panelists Sarita Hernández, Selva Zafiro Luna, Jose Rosa and David Escobedo on their work, creative process and approach to culture-making. The…
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Join us for a screening of Home for the Holidays.
A single woman, who is newly unemployed, dreads the annual Thanksgiving visit with her loving, but overbearing family.© Paramount Pictures -105 minutes - Rated: PG-13
Community Cinema is at…
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Use the laser cutter to engrave images directly on to leaves. Learn how to trace images in Inkscape to create black and white files that work for laser engraving. Participants are welcome to bring a drawing or image they would like…
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Chicago Public Library is pleased to welcome Crossing Borders Music to share their musical stories Mourning, Refuge and Unity: String Quartets from the Arab World.
Founded in 2011, Crossing Borders Music has become a leading,…
Join us in the Popular Library at the Harold Washington Library Center for an English language class led by Erie House. In each class, you will learn basic English and about the library's English study resources such as Cell-Ed.…
Registration required (15 spots remaining)Register for eventDrop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativityWould…
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Want to sew but don't know where to start? Come learn the basics of a sewing machine. Learn about feed dogs, presser feet, even how to thread your assembly. This class will be a focused on all components of the sewing machine and how to…
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Join us in the library for this art workshop hosted by the Japanese Cultural Center of Chicago. From cranes to flowers to cute little boxes, origami is the Japanese art of paper folding that allows you to create anything your heart…
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