Events
Get ready for some of our most fun programs and activities for kids. Each week features a different activity as specially selected by our teen interns. Be prepared for anything: gaming, LEGO®,…
In partnership with Televisa/Univision Foundation, we invite you to join our course to learn how to develop video games using MIT App Inventor. This block-based programming tool will help you grasp coding logic and understand the video game…
Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D Printer, Vinyl Cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming, and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games, and even pen & paper…
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Join in the neighborhood craze of rock painting! Paint a rock for yourself or leave it somewhere for someone else to find as a summer treat. Follow the summer theme of nature and draw a butterfly, bumble bee or a flower. All materials…
Do you know how to play chess or checkers? Are you looking for new people to test your skills against?
Kids who already know how to play are invited to drop in for a friendly game of chess or checkers!
For ages 8 to 12.
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Drop in for an afternoon of creative crafting! All materials are provided.
Recommended for ages 5 to 13.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184…
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Learn about recycling by turning old, broken crayons into new, colorful crayons with their own custom label and recycled crayon box.
For kids ages 6 and up.
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Join us for a day of planting in our garden! Help us brighten our garden with flowers, vegetables and decorations. All abilities and skills are welcome. All materials are provided.
For ages 12 to 18.
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Explore the natural world and help us create Woodson’s Reading Garden!
Every Tuesday, rain or shine, we will plant, water, weed and explore the natural world through art and science activities exploring gardens and plants!
Meet in the…
The library provides a safe environment for tweens and teens to come play Nintendo Switch, board games and other activities.
For ages 11 to 19.
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Gardening is a fantastic hands-on STEAM activity for kids! Join Ms. My in our "Not-So-Secret" Garden, where young gardeners will cultivate a summer edible garden and vibrant flowers all in containers! We'll provide plants, seeds, tools…
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Bring your friends or family and your dance moves! DJ Purple offers House music with a Mediterranean flair. Perfect for summer!
For families with kids of all ages. Space may be limited.
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Join us to soak up some sun for an all ages activity outdoors!
For kids and teens 6 to 19.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Calling all word lovers! Join us each week for Scrabble gameplay fun and fellowship. All skill levels are welcome.
For adults, teens and kids 10 and up.
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Get creative and curious with us this summer! Families with kids of all ages are invited to join us every Wednesday afternoon for a hands-on, drop-in craft—no registration needed. Each week features a new nature-themed project designed to…
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Join the Beverly Branch Teen Interns for their mystery Pop-Up program! Stop by our registration table at the branch to chat with our interns about their plans.
For kids and teens 6 to 18.
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Join us for an afternoon of creativity! Each week we'll make a craft, enjoy some snacks and listen to music.
For tweens and teens 10 to 19.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?…
Ready to get your hands dirty and grow something awesome? In this hands-on program, plant your own flower, veggie, or herb seeds and learn how to care for them as they grow. We dig into the science of how plants grow—from tiny seeds to…
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Bring your friends or family and your dance moves! DJ Purple offers House music with a Mediterranean flair. Perfect for summer!
For families with kids of all ages.
How to AttendRegister by 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Chicago Public…
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The Insect Asylum will be visiting Legler YOUmedia with some of their resident rescue animals! Join us to meet the animals and learn all about them.
For ages 10 to 19.
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