Events
LEGO® Club
In ProgressJoin THCL librarians to see what you can create with LEGO bricks!
This building session is open to kids 4 to 13.
How to Attend
This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Registration not…
YOUmedia Teen DSLR Camera Certification
In ProgressInterested in photography or videography? Come to our certification to learn the basics of DSLR camera operation, and then use your library card to check out our DSLR cameras and lenses for your photo and video projects!
You must…
Registration closed
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, milling machine, hot glue guns, and your…
Is English your second language? Do you want more practice speaking and understanding American English? Join our conversation group and improve your ability to communicate.This group focuses on having lively discussions about current…
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Learn sewing basics and get creative at YOUmedia! Get certified to use the sewing machine to work on your own projects using materials from our fashion area. Teens who complete the certification process are approved to use the sewing…
Bring your creative ideas to this weekly drop-in art studio. Topics and projects are directed by participants, materials are provided, and each session is facilitated by representatives from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
The…
Open Shop
CanceledDrop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, milling machine, hot glue guns, and your…Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified!! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Logic Pro, equipment setup, save and exporting audio files.
After the certification, you can…
Registration required (2 spots remaining)Register for eventIn celebration of African American History month, the Arts and Music department will be hosting an engaging, fun and creative jewelry making class, that will allow individuals to unleash their creativity and explore theirunique…
Registration closed
Join us for a screening of Rebecca.Alfred Hitchcock directed this Oscar-winning Daphne du Maurier story of a marriage haunted by the aura of the husband's dead first wife.
© Walt Disney Pictures - 130 minutes - PG
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Stop in to get creative with Valentine's Day-themed crafts!
For kids 4 and up and their families.
How to Attend
This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations.
Questions about…
This workshop will introduce Inkscape, a free, open source program for vector graphics. The focus will be on creating a simple sticker suitable for a laptop computer or other surface.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are…
Registration closes February 13 at 12:00am (4 spots remaining)Register for eventInterested in photography or videography? Come to our certification to learn the basics of DSLR camera operation, and then use your library card to check out our DSLR cameras and lenses for your photo and video projects!
You must…
Registration required (2 spots remaining)Register for eventDrop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, milling machine, hot glue guns, and your…Is English your second language? Do you want more practice speaking and understanding American English? Join our conversation group and improve your ability to communicate.This group focuses on having lively discussions about current…
Registration requiredRegister for eventLearn sewing basics and get creative at YOUmedia! Get certified to use the sewing machine to work on your own projects using materials from our fashion area. Teens who complete the certification process are approved to use the sewing…
Registration opens February 8 at 12:00amBring your creative ideas to this weekly drop-in art studio. Topics and projects are directed by participants, materials are provided, and each session is facilitated by representatives from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
The…
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, milling machine, hot glue guns, and your…Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified!! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Logic Pro, equipment setup, save and exporting audio files.
After the certification, you can…
Registration opens February 9 at 12:00am
