Events

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…

Children learn the basics of how to play chess and checkers. Experienced players can help teach or play against each other in this weekly program.

For kids 6 to 13

How to Attend

This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged…

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…

Learn more about 3D printing and find/create a design of your own.

For ages 10 to 13

How To AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Register by 24 hours before the program. Chicago…

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. 

Questions about visiting the library?…

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…

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.

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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.…

Join student presenters from Med-ucate to learn about the human body through games, activities and more! In order to learn how to live in a healthy way, we need to learn about our anatomy. This program is for kids who are interested in…

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…

Come hang out in this informal club for kids who like to make stuff and play games. You can learn to use maker equipment; play Mario Kart on our Switch; or just relax with some arts, crafts and snacks!

For ages 10 to 14.

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…

During this fun doodling hour, Mrs. Lina shows you how to draw various figures such as animals, humans, and cartoons using different lines, points, squares, circles and triangles. 

No previous drawing experience is required. All…

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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Join Ms. Lala from the Sherman Park Branch for an evening of fun for the entire family. Get moving with a scavenger hunt!

For kids 3 to 13 and their families.

How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register by 6:30 p.m.…

We are excited to bring TikTok Thursdays into our weekly programming. Based on requests from our youth, this group program is designed specifically for our tweens!

For kids 10 to 13.

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

If you're 12-14, but not in high school yet, we've got a special YOUmedia program for you! We'll do a craft or maker activity, while we introduce you to the teen space.

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

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…

You know our children love to dance! Join the Joffrey Ballet Office of Community Engagement for dance camp at the library.

The program provides equitable access to exceptional arts learning and dance education. Students learn dance genres…