Events
Join Ms. Mary for a special 20-minute story time for babies and their caregivers, followed by a 25-minute open play session. We will share songs, rhymes and stories and provide fun, educational toys for self-directed…
Calling all word lovers! Join us each week for Scrabble gameplay fun and fellowship. All skill levels are welcome.
For adults, teens and kids 10 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility…
Do you like building different objects and making your imagination come to life? If so, drop in after school for some design challenges and open play time with our collection of LEGO bricks! Afterwards, we will display your creation…
Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs, dancing, rhymes and more!
For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.
How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to…
Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other knitters. This class is free, but knitters must supply their own materials. We meet every Thursday evening.PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS…
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Join other area needlework enthusiasts to watch the classic movie Blazing Saddles (1974) and knit, sew, crochet and craft while the film is on! Please bring your own materials with you to work on a current project and share your…
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Join us for a special film screening of All of Us Strangers.
One night in his near-empty tower block in contemporary London, Adam (Andrew Scott) has a chance encounter with a mysterious neighbor Harry (Paul Mescal), which…
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Join us for a fun afternoon of crafts, music and snacks as we officially dedicate the mural Our Way Bloom by artist Tomokazu Matsuyama. Special guests include Mayor Brandon Johnson, Alderwoman Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth and Library…
Join Ms. Mary for a special 20-minute story time for babies and their caregivers, followed by a 25-minute open play session. We will share songs, rhymes and stories and provide fun, educational toys for self-directed…
Calling all word lovers! Join us each week for Scrabble gameplay fun and fellowship. All skill levels are welcome.
For adults, teens and kids 10 and up.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility…
Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs, dancing, rhymes and more!
For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.
How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to…
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This monthly program helps older adults and new users understand their personal computer, phone or tablet. We’ll discuss the successes and pitfalls of using technology and how to resolve challenges when they arise.
Hosted by Michael…
Developed by Mather Institute, Boost Your Brain and Memory is a 6-part, evidence-based program series designed to help you learn and practice the most promising strategies for keeping your brain healthy as you age. This program uses a…
Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical problems.
This program is for ages 8 to 80 and all skill levels are welcome, chess boards are included!
How to…
Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other knitters. This class is free, but knitters must supply their own materials. We meet every Thursday evening.PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS…
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Do you enjoy browsing through cookbooks? Do you love trying new dishes? Are you looking for recipe inspiration? In June, attendees will discuss Soups, Salads, Sandwiches by Matty Matheson.
Browse the book and select a recipe or two to…
Join us for new community music jam sessions for musicians of all levels who play acoustic instruments. Participants also may be singers and listeners. Sessions are one hour and include group playing, solo/small group playing…
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In celebration of the TONY Awards™, join us for a game or two of music bingo featuring songs from your favorite Broadway musicals.
All participants receive a bingo card with song titles. Listen to music, play along, call out…
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Join us for a special story time where we share songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, movement and music with a guest drag performer! Followed by open play time.
For kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language…
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Join us for a special film screening of My Own Private Idaho.
Stylistic study of two young male hustlers, one with Narcolepsy, and the other on the verge of inheriting a fortune. They cross paths and begin a relationship as they…