Events
Drop in for open play featuring a mix of activities and social time for kids and their caregivers.
For children 0 to 5 and their families. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pasa a jugar con una combinación de…

Non-stop learning and fun in this lively story time with reading, singing, fingerplays and more. Most sessions include play, coloring or the like afterward. Bilingual in English and Spanish every other week.
For kids 0 to 6 with their…

Join Mx. Dannie for stories, songs and other fun activities as we practice literacy skills and build a love for books!
For babies up to 18 months and their families. Siblings welcome.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or…

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Join staff from the Back of the Yards Branch for a fun, bilingual story time at Grano Panadería and Café! Enjoy a delicious treat while your little ones have fun singing, dancing and listening to stories!
For kids 0 to 36 months…

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Join the Back of the Yards staff for a fun, bilingual story time at Grano Panaderia and Cafe! Enjoy a delicious treat while your little ones have fun singing, dancing and listening to stories!
For kids 0 to 6 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed…

Listen to music, play board games, do puzzles or enjoy the weekly craft.
For teens and families with children.
Mientras escuchan música y mantienen conversaciones animadas, las familias pueden jugar con nuestros juegos…

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Join us as we learn the history of Las Posadas and create your very own mini piñata to take home.
For kids 6 to 13.
Únete a nosotros mientras conocemos la historia de Las Posadas y crea su propia mini piñata para llevar a casa.
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Join branch staff as we get into the holiday spirit and make gingerbread houses. You bring the creative architectural ideas and we will provide the cookies and candy to build them.
For kids 3 to 13.
AccessibilityNeed sign language…

Calling all preschoolers! Catch WTTW Kids Learn & Play featuring your favorite WTTW Kids characters. Participate in fun, guided learning while developing school readiness skills.
Presented in partnership with WTTW.
For kids 3…

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Join us in exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) through fun, hands-on activities.
For ages 6 to 13.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this…

Calling all preschoolers! Catch WTTW Kids Learn & Play featuring your favorite WTTW Kids characters. Participate in fun, guided learning while developing school readiness skills.
Presented in partnership with WTTW.
For kids 3…

Need volunteer hours? Drop in to help our community put together zine and whistle kits to help our neighbors stay safe and informed. We will provide the materials to assemble kits.
For tweens and teens in grades 6 to 12.
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Teens, catch a movie screening at YOUmedia! This month, we’ll watch movies that are feel good and embody the meaning of “hygge.” No need to register.This Thursday, we'll show: The Cat from Outer Space (1978)
The feline…

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.
Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…

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Kick your weekend off with songs, stories, and rhymes! Join Miss Taylor for a lively morning story time followed by an optional activity or open play for our littlest patrons.
This story time is primarily presented in English,…

Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish. Stories in English.
For kids 0 to 5 years and their caregivers.
How to Attend Register by the start of…

Drop in for open play featuring a mix of blocks, toys and other games for kids and their adults.
For children 0 to 5 with their caregiver.
Vengan a jugar con una combinación de bloques, juegos y otros actividades para niños y sus…

Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish. Stories in English.
For kids 0 to 5 years and their caregivers.
How to Attend Register by the start of…

Calling all preschoolers! Catch WTTW Kids Learn & Play featuring your favorite WTTW Kids characters. Participate in fun, guided learning while developing school readiness skills.
Presented in partnership with WTTW.
For kids 3…

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Celebrate the season with us at our Family Winter Fest! Enjoy a day full of fun, laughter, and creativity for the whole family. ✨ Experience the amazing Mr. Firu's Magic Show, Abra-ka-Dabra where fantasy and reality meet! 🎨 Get…

