Events
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All are welcome to join the Jeffery Manor branch for a job seeker workshop on strategies to help land you your next job.
How to AttendThis event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24 hours before the event. Only one registration per…
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Himmeli are a traditional Finnish ornament or mobile decoration that is traditionally made out of straw, or reeds. It is an inexpensive and fun craft to give a classic and modern vibe to your room. Come out and experiment with…
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Explore your artistic side in this exciting canvas painting event! Get creative with your own pre-drawn design that will help you craft stunning artworks effortlessly. All materials will be provided.
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Join fellow tweens and teens for an afternoon of storytelling, fandom fun and creativity!
Share your favorite characters, books, streaming finds... or show off your own amazing artwork.
Snacks will be provided.
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Learn to use the Cricut vinyl cutter to create a custom sticker to put on your phone, laptop, etc.
For teens and tweens 12 to 18.
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Join us at Legler for a knitting circle! We will gather in Legler's Maker Lab to have an hour of crafting in community. Please feel free to bring any current knitting or fibers based project.
This program is designed to bring…
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Join us as we create an "I Can Help My Community" poster illustrating ways you can help others.
For kids 6 to 13.
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Stop by the branch on Thursday afternoons to hang out, create, and learn!Teens who are interested can:
Learn about Vinyl Cutting with our Silhouette machineTest out our 3D PrinterCreate with a variety of art and craft suppliesPlay…Stop by the branch on Thursday afternoons to hang out, create, and learn!Teens who are interested can:
Learn about Vinyl Cutting with our Silhouette machineTest out our 3D PrinterCreate with a variety of art and craft suppliesPlay…- ,
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…
Whether gaming, learning new tech, or just vibing, we’ve got you covered. Join us Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
3D PrinterSilhouette Vinyl CutterNintendo SwitchDSLR Camera, Green Screen + Studio LightsLaptops +…- ,
Stop by the branch after school and create a keychain full of tiny drawings made by you! Draw your designs on special paper, shrink them with a heat gun, and attach them to a keychain. All materials are provided.
For teens and…
Come to Near North every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5pm for games, crafts, and good old fashioned hanging out!
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Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?Please call (312)…
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Join us for a screening of Dog Man.When a dog and a police officer are injured together on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history. Half dog, half man, Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues his…
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Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Complete one of our design challenges or let your imagination run wild. LEGO bricks and materials are provided.
For kids 6 to 13.
This ScienceConnections program is made possible with…
Stop by on Thursday afternoons to play games on the Nintendo Switch or to play a fast-paced, competitive board game.
For teens in grades 7 through 12.
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Join us for a fun-filled time as you create crafts to take home.
For ages 3 to 5.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to…
Each week try your hand at a different art style, or use our supplies and space as your studio to work on art for the Teen Winter Art Challenge.
Cada semana, prueba un estilo artístico diferente o utiliza nuestros materiales y nuestro…
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Join us for a chill (or competitive!) afternoon of tabletop games and puzzles. Play with friends or challenge the librarian.
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Bucktown YOUmedia is going upstairs to the community room! We will have all of our regular technology (3D printer, Vinyl Cutter, Button Maker and Nintendo Switch), along with all of our crafts and tabletop gaming, but this time,…