Events
Come to Roden Library and meet like-minded friends, gaining inspiration and support and sharing your projects with others. Whether you are just starting to learn your creative craft or have valuable tips and experience to share, all skill…
Whether you’re journaling, starting a screenplay, crafting an article for work, or putting the finishing touches on your novel, we provide a quiet place to get some work done amongst peers! The strength of the Silent Scribe Society is in…
Do you like to knit or crochet? Do you like to do cross-stitch or embroidery? Maybe you like origami. Whatever kind of craft you enjoy, you can come and join a community of crafters. Once a month, we will meet to work on our projects and…
Improve your ability to communicate in English. Join new English speakers for 90 minutes of English conversation. Different topics will be discussed each week.
No registration is necessary, all adult English learners are welcome…
- Online event
Join Clearing Branch for our Genre Book Club. Read a book from the selected genre each month, then talk about what you read in our monthly Zoom discussions.
In December, we'll be wrapping up the year by talking about the best books of…
A space to stretch your creative writing muscles in a supportive environment. Open to all adults regardless of skill level. A writing warm-up and prompts will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own writing to work on during our…
- Online event
Join Jenny at the Dunning Branch for an hour of puzzles and puzzling together!
How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24 hours before the event. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive…
Interested in learning more about how to use the computer or need a refresher? We are now offering one-on-one basic computer skills development through the online resource Chicago Digital Learn. If you prefer to use your own laptop, feel…
Need some relaxation and social interaction with like-minded people?! Enjoy coloring? Come yourself or bring a friend(s). Join us every Tuesday from 1:30--2:30pm for adult coloring and light snacks at the Chicago Bee Library.
For Adults 18…
Image courtesy of: teachbesideme.comCome and join us at the Chicago Bee Library with facilitator eMadeline Morgan starting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 2pm to 3pm! Every Tuesday!Whether you’ve never touched a chess piece or you’ve…
Do you knit or crochet? Join Lincoln Park's Knitting Circle led by Deb. Show us your work and learn from others in the group. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started.
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Do you like writing, whether you write fiction or non-fiction, poetry or song? If so, this creative writing group is for you! We know that writing is a passion, and if you are passionate about writing, join us as we virtually share our work…
Curious to learn a new skill? Need homework help? Or do you just want to take the time to geek out with friends? At YOUMedia Open Shop, you can do all of the above! Step right up and into things you have been itching to try.…
If you enjoy playing Hearts or Spades, give Bridge a try! All levels are welcome.
Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
If you like cooking or just browsing through cookbooks, join West Belmont's Cookbook Club as we explore new cooking styles and themes each month. Feel free to bring a sample dish to share.
Copies will be available at the West…
Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint,…
Interested in learning more about how to use the computer or need a refresher? We are now offering one-on-one basic computer skills development through the online resource Chicago Digital Learn. If you prefer to use your own laptop, feel…
Join Kelly's YOUmedia on Teen Wednesdays. Every Wednesday there will be a specific activity the teens will participate in.
The first of every Wednesday will be Movie Wednesday
The second Wednesday will be Crafts Wednesday
The…
