Events
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Let's learn about and honor the late civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Join us as we dive into the Chicago Public Library online archives while listening to the rhythm and blues of the times.
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Celebrate the season with interactive read-aloud, holiday-themed stories and hands-on science fun! Dance, sing and move to the music with shaker eggs, scarves, stretchy bands and our BIG parachute. Come laugh, learn and play together!
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Unleash your inner artist by exploring fun and creative art concepts inspired by books. Dive into colorful stories and bring them to life through your own unique artwork!
For kids 6 to 11 and their caregivers
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Design a book cover and learn the basics of book binding. BYOC (bring your own creativity)!
For ages 13-18
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Ready to glow and go? Join us for an exciting Family STEAM exploration series this winter, including creating lava lamps, making elephant toothpaste or a rain cloud in a jar, color mixing and more! All materials provided.
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Join Ms. My for a joyful, interactive story time filled with songs, movement and lively rhymes that support early literacy development. Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll for leg bounces and get ready to play with egg shakers,…
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Join us for an illustrated talk followed by a question and answer period featuring local journalists Robert Loerzel and James A. Pierce discussing their new book on the history of the legendary Uptown Theatre, its past…
Come laugh, learn and play this winter! Enjoy 30 minutes of giggles, wiggles and bounces through fun stories, happy songs and bubbly surprises, followed by relaxed playtime!
For babies 0 to 18 months and their caregivers.
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Design a book cover and learn the basics of book binding. BYOC (bring your own creativity)!
For ages 13-18
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Join Librarian Tiffany for playful art-themed fun with stories, rhymes, songs and hands-on projects.
For children 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
How To AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal…
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Block printing is a super useful and inexpensive printmaking technique that you have probably seen in one form or another. It can be layered and colorful like Japanese woodblock prints, delicate and decorative as seen in ancient Chinese…
Join Ms. My and her ukulele for a joyful mix of stories, songs and playful movement! Dance, sing and explore with bells, shaker eggs, scarves, bubbles, stretchy bands and our giant parachute. Little ones can bring a stuffed friend for…
Bring your creativity and the whole family for a fun, hands-on family craft event! Create something special together, bond through art, and enjoy a day full of imagination and smiles—fun for all ages.
For kids 6 and up along with…
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Join the staff of Mutuall Design for a hands-on workshop where you will get to create your very own 2026 Vision Board! This program is an opportunity to reflect, identify, and visualize the goals and dreams you want to accomplish in this…
Dads or caregivers and their little ones are invited to for story time, play and a chance to bond with other male caregivers.
For kids 0 and up and their caregivers. Registration is encouraged but not required.
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Come laugh, learn and play this winter! Enjoy 30 minutes of giggles, wiggles and bounces through fun stories, happy songs and bubbly surprises, followed by relaxed playtime!
For babies 0 to 18 months and their caregivers.
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Calling all Teen makers, crafters, and do-it-yourself (DIY) types! Each session we have a themed project for you to create. We bring the supplies; you bring the creativity!
For teens13 to 18.
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Unleash your inner artist by exploring fun and creative art concepts inspired by books. Dive into colorful stories and bring them to life through your own unique artwork!
For kids 6 to 11 and their caregivers
How To AttendRegister by the…
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Come by and play Bad Bunny themed Bingo. We will play music, have some super bowl snacks, and win fun prizes.
Ages 13-18.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…
Join Ms. My for a joyful, interactive story time filled with songs, movement and lively rhymes that support early literacy development. Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll for leg bounces and get ready to play with egg shakers,…