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Teens will gain experience with writing poetry and love letters in this 2-hour workshop. They will also be introduced to the works of literary genius and social activist Langston Hughes. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
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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…
Lots of people love anime but not everyone has access to Crunchyroll Premium! Come join us every Monday to chill with other otaku as we make our way through the best the streaming service has to offer. Got a favorite series you want to…
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Spend quality time with your family playing a wide selection of board games.
For kids 3 to 13. Younger children should be accompanied by an adult.
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Join us for a showing of Despicable Me 4.Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.©Universal Studios - 94 minutes - Rated PG
Community Cinema is at a…
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Make paper flowers for Valentine's Day!
For ages 11 to 19.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations.…
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Drop in and create a Valentine's Day card for a special someone!
For kids 5 to 13 and their families.
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Calling all middle schoolers. Come relax at the library on Tuesday evenings. Play video games on our Nintendo Switch, make crafts, make art and hang out with other middle schoolers after school.
Earn service hours for attendance!
For kids…
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Join us for a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.After accidentally falling into Santa Claus' gift sack, a human baby is raised at the North Pole, growing up to believe he is an elf. Due to his large size, the "elf" causes chaos in…
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Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid,…
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Learn about paper circuits and design your own light up card.
For ages 9 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…
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Get crafty with us! Unleash your creativity and make a stunning chandelier from colorful yarn balls.
For ages 10 to 19.
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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…
Registration closes February 10 at 4:00pm (8 spots remaining)Register for event Join us on Monday evenings to face off against your friends in tournaments on our gaming systems. A prize will go to the first place winner each night!
In honor of Legler's building-wide Heart Week festivities, tournament winners will…
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Join us for a Community Cinema screening of Summer of Soul.This music documentary explores and reclaims the legacy of the six-week 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival. It features unpublished footage of performances by Nina Simone,…
Grab a hook and learn how to crochet with Mr. Omar.
For tweens and teens 10 and up.
Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org…
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Do you love playing board games with your friends and family? Come explore new games or familiar favorites with those you love. There will be various games appropriate for kids of all ages. Light refreshments are provided.
For kids of…
Join us every Tuesday to play a wide variety of tabletop games! We have card games, board games, and even pen & paper roleplaying games. From familiar favorites like UNO and Connect Four to contemporary classics like Settlers…
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Are you interested in making a friendship bracelet? How about some sand art? Or maybe painting or drawing? We provide the materials and you provide the art! Join us for an art workshop, where we provide a space for you to hang out with…
You're invited to drop in for Tween Tuesdays for crafting, gaming and hanging out with Mr. Chambers.
For ages 10 to 13.
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