Events
Grab and Go: Archival Kits
Canceled,Stop by the 8th floor during Latinx Heritage Month to pick up this grab and go courtesy of CPL's Latinx Committee.
You can use this kit to begin preserving important family treasures, such as recipes, photographs or documents. Family and…
Tabletop Game Night
In Progress,Are you a train gamer, Catan champion, dice roller, or just looking to pick-up a new hobby? Join us at the Northtown branch on Tuesday evenings for tabletop board game play! Choose from our selection of games or bring your own to…
One Book Board Game Night
In Progress,Join us for a board game night inspired by this season’s pick, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. In recent years, some classic video games have been translated into board game form, enabling people to play and interact…
Film Screening: Scream (1996)
In Progress,Join us for a screening of Scream.
A killer targets a teen whose mother was brutally murdered the year before in this clever spoof of '80s slasher films.
©Miramax Films - Rated R - 111 minutes
Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check…
Tuesday Night Bridge Club
In ProgressIf 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…
Adult Game Night
CanceledVisit the West Loop library every Tuesday evening to play one of our card and/or board games. We have a variety of 20 games to choose from, with options for 1 player up to 10! Game times vary between 5 - 60 minutes. Come…
Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Then join Literacy Chicago instructors for 90 minutes of English conversation on current events, life in Chicago and many other topics.…
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Craft Night
In ProgressJoin the West Belmont Branch for a simple, sometimes seasonal craft. All materials will be provided.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Registration closedMeet The Author: Brian Thomas
In Progress,Meet author Brian Thomas as he discusses the inspiration behind his new book The Privilege Race, Mr. Thomas was named one of Illinois top 40 attorneys under the age of 40. A Graduate of DePaul College of Law in 2021 he helped…
¿Quieres aprender inglés? Este curso se reune dos veces por semana y le ayudará a hablar con sus supervisores, maestros de sus hijos, vecinos, médicos y más. El curso de inglés se imparta en grupos pequeños. Incluye hablar y…
Registration requiredRegister for eventDo you want to learn more about our great city? Read Goddess of Anarchy by Jacqueline Jones and meet us at Easy Does It for a lively discussion. Current reading selections are available for check-out at the Logan Square…
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Medicare 101
In Progress,If you:
Are almost 65 years old and want to learn how Medicare worksHave been on Medicare for a while, but you don't know much about your optionsAre helping your senior parents with MedicareJoin Medicare Teacher and Norwood Park resident…
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Family Story Time
In ProgressJoin us for picture books, stories, songs and a simple paper craft activity.
For families with children of all ages.
How to AttendRegister by 5:30 p.m. the day before the program. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information…
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Fall Festivity: DIY Acrylic Painting
In Progress,Join us for an inspiring one-hour workshop at the West Loop Library! Discover the joy of acrylic painting on an 8x10 canvas. Whether you’re crafting a heartfelt gift, adding holiday flair to your home, or simply expressing yourself, this…
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Chuck Glass and Luke Roeschley of Chicago Methodist Senior Services will share information about options for aging well both in your home and in a care facility, addressing topics such as memory care, ways to decrease social isolation…
Registration closed Join the Lincoln Park Branch branch for a discussion of the 2024 One Book, One Chicago selection: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
Sam and Sadie - two college friends, often in love, but never lovers - become…
Registration closedTerror Tuesdays: Queens of Screams: Actors
In Progress,Rondo Award-winning authors and Chicago horror enthusiasts Jon Kitley (Kitley's Krypt) and Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC) are back to Share the Scare once again, this time focusing on WOMEN IN HORROR! Prime yourself for…
Teen Fun Night
In Progress,Join us for a fun night of games and activities in our Teen Space!
For teens 13 to 18.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…
Join us for this preschool story time tailored for you and your preschooler. We share songs, rhymes and books, plus an activity or craft.
For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other…
Join us for story time where we share songs, rhymes, fingerplays and books. Followed by open play time.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility…