Events
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Join Katie DeSalvo, a specially trained teaching artist from the Old Town School of Folk Music, for a music and movement workshop geared toward connecting with the rhythms of the city and the natural ways we can connect with it…
Stories around the campfire are an essential part of summer in nature! While the campfire might not be real and the stories fictional, join in telling stories - spooky and otherwise - to end your day of nature adventures.
Stories are…
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…
Each week, join Mx. Dannie for a fun nature-themed paper craft! This program will be designed for kids who prefer an easier craft.
For kids 6 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
The natural world offers so many awesome craft ideas! Join Mx. Dannie for a crafted aimed at more advanced makers inspired by the world around us. Crafting sessions are offered at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. but are the same craft for both…
Hang out at the Brighton Park Branch this summer! Read, create art or learn to use our 3D Printer, button maker, sewing machine or vinyl cutter. Complete a Pick 4 game card for a chance to win grand…
The natural world offers so many awesome craft ideas! Join Mx. Dannie for a crafted aimed at more advanced makers inspired by the world around us. Crafting sessions are offered at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. but are the same craft for both…
Come to the library on Fridays during summer for a chance to beat the heat with a nature themed family friendly film!
In a land where real vegetation is rare, a young boy (voice of Zac Efron) seeks to impress his pretty neighbor by…
Join Mx. Dannie for stories and songs to start your week off.
For kids up to age 5.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to…
Engage in nature play with your little one. Play time is hosted outside, weather allowing. In the case of inclement weather, play time occurs inside.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Each week, we tackle a new STEM challenge inspired by the natural world!
For kids 6 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Each week, join Mx. Dannie for a fun nature-themed paper craft! This program will be designed for kids who prefer an easier craft.
For kids 6 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
Hang out at the Brighton Park Branch this summer! Read, create art or learn to use our 3D Printer, button maker, sewing machine or vinyl cutter. Complete a Pick 4 game card for a chance to win grand…
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Watch a giant tortoise race the ninja turtles, walk an anteater by the tail, hold baby chicks, take a photo with a sloth or wear a chinchilla as a hat. Learn about different species and what makes them special in this amazing animal…
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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The Jazz Institute of Chicago's Emerging Artist Project presents Unome. Unome is a group of young jazz musicians brought together through the Jazz Links Student Council of Chicago. The quintet is comprised of Jude Peterson (piano),…
Each week, join Mx. Dannie for a fun nature-themed paper craft! This program will be designed for kids who prefer an easier craft.
For kids 6 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
The natural world offers so many awesome craft ideas! Join Mx. Dannie for a crafted aimed at more advanced makers inspired by the world around us. Crafting sessions are offered at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. but are the same craft for both…
Hang out at the Brighton Park Branch this summer! Read, create art or learn to use our 3D Printer, button maker, sewing machine or vinyl cutter. Complete a Pick 4 game card for a chance to win grand…
The natural world offers so many awesome craft ideas! Join Mx. Dannie for a crafted aimed at more advanced makers inspired by the world around us. Crafting sessions are offered at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. but are the same craft for both…