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This event is an in-person screening of the Grow-It-Together Garden Program.

This online garden club is for adults 50 years and older who are interested in hydroponic gardening. Join others to learn tips from a Mather coach who will discuss a variety of garden topics and answer any questions that come up during the growing process. Experience the simple joys of gardening with fresh herbs and vegetables in the comfort of your home with our Grow-It-Together (G.I.T.) Garden Kits. You can learn more about the program by visiting this link. Registration for kits is currently open. You can still attend these club meetings even if you do not have a kit. Several branches will have in-person viewing opportunities, and this event page will be updated as more branches confirm:

Garfield Ridge, 6348 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Richard J. Daley, 3400 S Halsted St, Chicago IL, 60608
North Pulaski, 4300 W. North Avenue, Chicago IL, 60639
Budlong Woods, 5630 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
Humboldt Park,1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60647
West Pullman, 830 W. 119th Street, Chicago, IL 60643

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Visit the library for open, unstructured play time. Bring a friend or make a new one.

For kids of all ages with their caregivers.

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Are you looking to meet other homeschool families? Games and activities are available for kids while caregivers can join in the fun or chat and share resources with one another.

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For families with kids 6 to 13.

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Join the Richard M. Daley Branch for a discussion of Never Whistle at Night.

\"A bold, clever, and sublimely sinister collection of horror, fantasy, science fiction, and gritty crime by both new and established Indigenous authors that dares to ask the question: 'Are you ready to be un-settled?' Many Indigenous people believe that one should never whistle at night. This belief ranges far and wide and takes many forms; for instance, Native Hawaiians believe it summons the Hukai'po, the spirits of ancient warriors, and Native Mexicans say it calls a Lechuza, a witch that can transform into an owl and snatch the foolish whistlers in the dark. But what all these legends hold in common is the certainty that whistling at night can cause evil spirits to appear--and even follow you home.

Relax, enjoy a beverage and read. Over the course of the month, read Never Whistle at Night and aim to try at least one beverage from a Chicago-based institution of your choice while you read. At the end of the month, we will meet on Zoom to discuss the book and any interesting beverages you tried. Feel free to join the discussion BYOB style.

Copies of the title are available for checkout at the Richard M. Daley Branch. This event is hosted by Jacob from the Richard M. Daley Branch.

How to Attend
This event takes place on Zoom. Register by Friday, November 13th. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom.

Attending CPL Online Events
Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

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Join the Richard M. Daley Branch and instructors from the Collective Yoga Coop, an LGBTQ+ and BIPOC-forward yoga studio, for a monthly yoga session. All are welcome!

Accessibility

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Enjoy a free cup of coffee while connecting with community resources. Support may be available on topics such as health, housing, and legal services.

Everyone is welcome!

Photo: pixelshot via Canva

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Join us for a special author event in honor of Latine Heritage Month! Facing persistent exploitation, discrimination, and marginalization in the second half of the twentieth century, generations of Puerto Rican organizers and activists drew on multiple competing versions of nationalism to challenge the racial order in Chicago, one of America’s most segregated cities. Initially, both supporters and opponents of Puerto Rican independence promoted the assimilation of fellow migrants as white citizens. The three-night-long Division Street Riots marked a fundamental pivot point in 1966, ending the pursuit of whiteness and opening the door to waves of nationalist militancy during the 1970s. By the 1980s and 1990s, Puerto Rican nationalists in Chicago had entered electoral politics, building a broader notion of Latinidad even as they softened its radical edges.

Drawing on an extraordinary array of archival material, much of it previously inaccessible, Michael Staudenmaier highlights cultural and political projects profoundly informed by nationalist sentiments, from beauty pageants and parades to protests and bombings to elections and legal battles. Revealing how nationalism became a key site of racial formation for Puerto Ricans in Chicago, White, Black, Brown: Becoming Puerto Rican In Chicago shows how they understood themselves and demanded to be seen by their neighbors and the world.

Michael is an independent scholar living in Chicago. He received his PhD in history from the University of Illinois and taught for more than a decade at various universities in Illinois and Indiana. Since 2020 he has been an elected member of the Executive Committee of the Puerto Rican Studies Association. He is the author of Truth and Revolution: A History of the Sojourner Truth Organization, 1969-1986 (AK Press, 2012) and co-author of We Go Where They Go: The Story of Anti-Racist Action (PM Press, 2023), as well as numerous shorter works published in both academic and popular venues including the Journal of American History and the Chicago Tribune. He has worked in solidarity with the Puerto Rican independence movement in Chicago for more than three decades and volunteers on the Board of Directors of Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Puerto Rican High School in the city's Humboldt Park neighborhood.

Michael will be in conversation with Joanna Hernandez of WTTW News.

Joanna Hernandez is a correspondent for “Chicago Tonight,” where she reports on the people, issues, and communities shaping Chicago. Since joining WTTW News in 2021, she has covered a wide range of stories, from neighborhood initiatives and public policy to culture and community impact, with a focus on amplifying often-overlooked voices. Prior to WTTW, Hernandez spent five years reporting in New York, where she shot, wrote, and edited stories for News 12, helping launch its first digital reporting initiative. Raised in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood, Hernandez is passionate about telling stories that connect audiences to the diverse communities that make up the city. She is a graduate of Columbia College Chicago.

How to Attend:
Doors to the Multipurpose Room open at 5:00 p.m., and seating is first come, first served (200 capacity). Books are available for purchase, and the authors will autograph books at the conclusion of the program.

This event will also take place live on CPL's YouTube channel and CPL's Facebook page. You'll be able to ask questions during the event as well! Can't make it to the live stream? We'll archive the video on YouTube to watch later.

Accessibility

Automatic captioning is available via Facebook and YouTube's closed captioning setting. Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Photo provided by speakers.

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Join the Collective Yoga Co-op for Chair Yoga at the Oriole Park Library! This all-levels class will emphasize using the support of a chair to gently stretch and strengthen. Each class will also have dedicated time to focus on breathing techniques.

Accessibility
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Did you know that the branch has a new sound system and speakers? Come check it out; it’s time to share your voice, loud and clear for an open mic night every last Monday of the month!

Sign up to share a work of your own creation or read a piece from your favorite writer. Feel free to sing a song, test run some jokes or share a story. Speak your mind, showcase your talent!

Each attendee will get a 5- to 7-minute time slot. Participate or come hang out and enjoy the show as part of the audience!

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Join us for a fun day of Bingo for Seniors!

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Picture it: Paris, 1947. A love triangle that consists of a bourgeois French Jewish girl newly awakened to political commitment, an aspiring architect descended from the rulers of Dahomey, and a charming Black American GI. They meet in the post-war capital’s increasingly fraught, increasingly cosmopolitan stir. Things get complicated.

David Wright Faladé’s latest novel The New Internationals is the circle’s September selection. Find out more about the special event he joins us for earlier that day here.

Inspired by the Book Review and Lecture Forum during the early years of the historic Hall Branch library, Harsh Readers Circle meets the third Saturday of every month (excluding December) in the \nVivian G. Harsh Research Collection at the Woodson Regional Library. The circle is a book club devoted to reading and discussing Black \nliterature, fiction and non-fiction.

The circle is fully hybrid through Zoom. Please register for the Zoom meetings if you’d like to join the discussion remotely.

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Drop in during Open Shop to:

Get a brief software overview
Find out how we can help with your project
Check out what people are making
Use a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity.

Would you rather join a class? Try one of our scheduled workshops.

Can't make it to Open Shop but would like assistance? Fill out an Ask a Maker form.

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Join us for this virtual conversation about cultural preservation, community memory, and the unexpected power of LEGO bricks as an archival tool in collaboration with the Chicago Public Library's Archives and Special Collections Division and their new exhibit, Stories That Click: Reimagining Chicago Brick-by-Brick, on view on the 9th floor of the Harold Washington Library until April 30, 2027.

Official archives have always made choices about what to collect, what to catalog, whose objects matter enough to preserve. For communities of color in particular, those choices have often meant erasure by omission. Hot combs, grandma's kitchen tin, the durag, these aren't typically the objects that end up behind museum glass. Most Incredible Studio exists to change that. By translating culturally specific objects into LEGO compositions, MIS is doing something archives have rarely done making memory tactile, collectible, and community driven.

This panel brings together archivists, builders, scholars, and community members who are living at that intersection, and asks the bigger question of what preservation looks like when the people being preserved are the ones holding the bricks.

Moderator Syreeta Gates is an Archivist and the founder of Most Incredible Studio, an independent creative house that designs cultural collectibles using LEGO® bricks as a medium. She makes memory tangible; translating legacy, identity, and everyday culture into artifacts you can hold, display, and pass down.

Jen Builds is a passionate marketing and product development professional. She’s a dedicated LEGO hobbyist who turned to the bricks during a challenging time to channel her energy.

Sahara Haney is a LEGO Ambassador, educator, and content creator with 15 years of experience. Her work highlights how building with LEGO® bricks can foster mindfulness, spark creativity, and bring people together.

Jazmin Towe is an award-winning journalist and multimedia storyteller whose work focuses on people, moments, and everyday experiences that shape our communities. Her reporting has appeared in national publications, and as a Creator-in-Residence with Most Incredible Studio, she explores how creativity can preserve the stories and objects that connect generations.

Christopher Thomas, mixed-media artist.

How to Attend

This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24 hours before the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Attending CPL Online Events
Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

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Join us for a discussion of the acclaimed book, Freedom Quest: A Love Story, by local author Debora Masterson, which follows a gifted musician named Michael through the Southern California music scene of the 1960s-80s. A cautionary tale about artistic integrity, the pursuit of stardom, and the cost of chasing dreams.

From nearly landing a Capitol Records deal, fronting his band Freedom Quest to losing the love of his life, Grace, Michael's story captures the raw reality of what it means to live and breathe music. In addition to discussing the book together as a group, local author Debora Masterson, will be here in attendance live to answer any and all of your questions!

For more information about the book and the author: An Interview with Debora Masterson

Accessibility

Photo provided by author

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Learn about the battles within the Chicago City Council through their recordings! Join panelists and former aldermen Dick Simspon and David Orr, as we listen to the Office of the City Clerk, City of Chicago’s audio archive of Chicago City Council meetings, featuring Richard J. Daley, Harold Washington, and Eugene Sawyer, accompanied by images from Chicago Public Library’s Special Collections Unit. This event will be moderated by Paul Durica, Director of Curation and Exhibitions at the Chicago History Museum.

About the panelists:

Dick Simpson served as the alderman of the 44th Ward from 1971 to 1979. Concurrently, he was a professor of political science at the University of Illinois Chicago from 1967 to 2022. He’s the author of several books including The Good Fight: Life Lessons from a Chicago Progressive and the co-editor with Betty O’Shaughnessy of Chicago’s Modern Mayors: From Harold Washington to Lori Lightfoot.

David Orr served as the alderman of the 49th Ward from 1979 to 1990 and as Cook County Clerk from 1990 to 2018. He was Vice Mayor at the time of Harold Washington’s death in 1987 and served as acting mayor for a week before a replacement was elected.

About the moderator:

Paul Durica is the Director of Curation and Exhibitions at the Chicago History Museum. Since 2008, he has led a series of free, interactive talks, walks, and reenactments focused on Chicago's past, collectively called Pocket Guide to Hell.

This program is co-sponsored by Chicago Collections Consortium, Chicago Public Library, and the Society of Midland Authors.

Space is limited to 55 participants. We will admit on a first come, first served basis.

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From 1976 to 1987 artist Calvin B. Jones along with fellow artist Mitchell Canton painted six murals on the South and West sides of Chicago. Jones was active in the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s and 1970s and aesthetically influenced by Chicago's AfriCOBRA collective (African Commune of Bad Relevant Artists), known for painting with bold dues they called Cool-Ade colors.

Learn more in our archives!

This fun, hands-on program welcomes families to discover the life and work of Jones while exploring the question “Whose murals get saved?” Together, participants will enjoy a guided mini‑mural activity inspired by Jones’s vibrant style, featuring bold colors and African print designs. It’s an engaging, creative experience for all ages, perfect for families who love to learn, make art, and explore Chicago’s cultural stories.

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Photo credit: Calvin B. Jones Papers, [Box 1, Folder 12], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Photo credit: Calvin B. Jones Papers, [Box 1, Folder 12], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Photo credit: Calvin B. Jones Papers, [Box 1, Folder 12], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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A weekly drop-in, hands-on art studio open to all ages, facilitated by art therapists and alumni from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). The topics and projects are chosen by you. A wide variety of creative and artistic supplies are provided free by the library. What would you like to make?

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Fredrick \"Fritz\" Douglass Pollard is a Chicago-born, Lane Tech High School graduate. In 1921, he earned another distinction becoming the first African American head coach in NFL history when the Pros named him co-coach of the team. Join us for this special workshop program that brings to the forefront the story of Fritz and his history-making impact in Chicago and in football.

This is family friendly program designed to learn about the life and legacy of Fritz Pollard. Participants of this workshop will design their own felt pennant that represents their favorite team, community, hobby, idea or all of the above.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

Photo credit: Fritz Pollard Papers, [Box 1, Folder 4], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Photo credit: Calvin B. Jones Papers, [Box 1, Folder 12], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

Photo credit: Fritz Pollard Papers, [Box 1, Folder 4], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

Photo credit: Fritz Pollard Papers, [Box 1, Folder 4], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Geraldine Lane Mardis was a graduate of Parker High School and the University of Chicago. Her career focused on serving children in orthopedic and cerebral palsy clinics. She gained notoriety in 1939 when asked to withdraw from a college beauty contest, but her story does not end there. Join us to learn more, talk about evolving beauty standards and have some hands-on practice on accentuating your natural beauty with esthetician LaGena Cain.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

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Photo credit: Geraldine Lane Mardis Papers, [Box 2, Folder 011], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Chester Commodore was one of the most influential and acclaimed African American cartoonists of the twentieth century. During the nearly 50 years his cartoons appeared in the Chicago Defender, Commodore used his art to advocate for racial justice, human rights, and equality of opportunity. From the 1954 appearance of his world-famous first editorial cartoon (on the Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education, featuring a hammer breaking chains); his work reached an international audience. More than that, his widely seen cartoons helped to bridge the gulf between the two \"parallel universes\" representing the separate worlds of Blacks and Whites in the twentieth century. Through his realistic and non-stereotyped depiction of human subjects, Commodore helped to end the \"eight-ball\" caricature that white cartoonists had used to depict African Americans.

Led by artist Anthony Fowler Jr., participants will explore the work of Chester Commodore through selected pieces from our archive. Following this introduction, Anthony will lead a workshop he designed to teach elements of drawing and comic book illustration, empowering participants to tell their own stories.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Accessibility

Photo: Chester Commodore Papers, [Box 14, Folder 424], Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature, Woodson Regional Library, Chicago Public Library

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What can you make with a pile of LEGO® bricks? Bring your imagination and use our LEGO® collection to create something awesome!

For kids 5 to 10.

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In this seed-saving workshop, you'll learn important concepts and techniques for seed saving such as open pollination and variety isolation to get the best quality seeds for your garden. We will also discuss harvesting and seed storage and have some open-pollinated seeds for you to take home.

Presented by the University of Illinois Extension.

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Join our story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes, books and bubbles for 30 minutes, followed by 30 minutes of sensory-rich social play.

For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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Join the Brainerd Branch for a book discussion of by Bent but Not Broken Mary Monroe.

A young Naomi Simmons escaped her selfish family by marrying a devout older man Jacob Purcell. He turns out to be a controlling, unfaithful husband who delights in hurling insults at her and their troubled now-teenage daughter, Ethel Mae. Widower Homer Clark, a handsome worldly traveler, sees Naomi for the vibrant, intelligent woman she truly is and pursues her. Believing that he’s her love of a lifetime, Naomi plans to leave with him and start fresh in the big city. Sadly, Jacob suffers a debilitating stroke, and Naomi can't bring herself to abandon him. Unfortunately, Homer refuses to listen-or understand and leaves town. Naomi’s daughter Ethel Mae finally gets her life on track away from home and comes back with good news. But that good news will shock Naomi to her core and threaten everything and everyone she holds most dear.

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Books are available for pick-up at the Brainerd branch's circulation desk. Please ask staff for assistance.

How to Attend

\nThis event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 48 hours before the event. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom.

Accessibility
\nNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun educational toys and books available for self-directed play. We end play time together with parachute play and a song with a big book.

For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.

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Come sing your favorite songs with your friends at our monthly karaoke program. All genres and singers welcome.

For teens 14 to 18.

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Join us for some afternoon STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) fun!

For kids 6 and up and their families.

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Join Ms. Carlynn as you create your favorite pet. Supplies are provided.

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For kids 6 to 13.

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Do you like science fiction, fantasy, horror, or other just plain strange books? Meet fellow weird readers to discuss strange and speculative fiction at Weird Book Club, an adult book discussion group that meets at Rogers Park Social on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Reserved book club copies are available to checkout at the Rogers Park information desk, while supplies last. Many titles are also available as eBooks or eAudiobooks on the Hoopla and/or Libby app.

This month we're reading Blob by Maggie Su. Encountering a gelatinous pile of goo outside a bar one night, protagonist Vi decides to take it home and...mold it into her perfect partner! What could go wrong?

This event is for ages 21+

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Join us at the Chicago Lawn branch for Sunday Cinema. This week's selection will be: The story of the famous musician Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop.

©Lions Gate Films, Inc. 127 minutes PG-13

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Accessibility
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Join us for a special film screening of McFarland, USA in celebration of Latine Heritage Month at Chicago Public Library.

Inspired by the 1987 true story, “McFarland, USA” follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school. Coach White and the McFarland students have a lot to learn about each other but when White starts to realize the boys’ exceptional running ability, things begin to change. Soon something beyond their physical gifts becomes apparent—the power of family relationships, their unwavering commitment to one another and their incredible work ethic. With grit and determination, the unlikely band of runners eventually overcomes the odds to forge not only a championship cross-country team but an enduring legacy as well. Along the way, Coach White realizes that his family finally found a place to call home and both he and his team achieve their own kind of American dream.

Registration is recommended but not required. Please register online or at the Edgewater Branch reference desk.

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Accessibility
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Join us for our next meeting of the Paper, Vinyl and Song book club as we celebrate the music of Patsy Cline. The program explores recording artists through books and music. A recommended reading list is available, and we will play vintage vinyl. Musicians from the Old Town School of Folk Music will perform selected tunes from the artists.

This session we will explore the history and music of Patsy Cline. Patsy was a trailblazer for many country music female artists who followed in her footsteps. She was the first solo female artist inducted to the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Lisa DeRosia will perform a selection of Patsy Cline's tunes. Now in her 28th year at the Old Town School, Lisa teaches both group classes and private lessons to children and adults. Her group guitar classes offer a fun and relaxing environment tailored to students’ needs, where adult players of all levels can try new things and explore diverse styles. Among other accomplishments as a singer and guitarist, Lisa’s notable work with her band Lush Budgett was hailed by one reviewer as “as much passion and authenticity as Dolly Parton or Loretta Lynn ever had. A winning combination of heart-melting vocals, engaging songwriting and brilliant playing.”

Accessibility
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Join us for half an hour of songs, stories and parachute movement!

For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.

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Join us for a special Renaissance Project event highlighting the 60th anniversary of Star Trek.

Chicago-area native actress Nichelle Nichols' decision to remain on Star Trek as Nyota Uhura, after a conversation with Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is a little-known history to most. He encouraged her to stay in the role when she considered leaving. This event will connect Nichols' historic TV role to the culture of her hometown in nearby Robbins, Illinois, which became the nation's capital for Black aviation.

This special one-shot comic book features Lieutenant Nyota Uhura. In the 23rd century, she explores far-flung star systems with her crew on the Enterprise as part of her mission to communicate and build bridges with life found across the Galaxy. But in the 20th century, humankind was working to build understanding among themselves, with African Americans on Earth championing the Civil Rights Movement and using their voices and acts of protest to end racial segregation and discrimination. Now, by way of the Guardian of Forever, Uhura is yanked back through time to 1963. There, she’ll join all those fighting for equality and justice and reconnect to why her work as a communications officer is perhaps the most important work of all

Free copies of the comic books to attendees while supplies last.

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Walter Henri Dyett, known as “Captain Dyett”, was a music educator, and instrumental figure in the development of jazz and black music in Chicago. As the band instructor of Bronzeville’s DuSable High School, Dyett built a powerhouse music program that produced iconic singers such as Nat King Cole, Dinah Washington, Ella Jenkins, and Johnny Hartman. His program also produced many great instrumentalists including Richard Davis, Dorothy Donegan, Muhal Richard Abrams, Julian Priester, Joseph Jarman, and the Chicago tenor saxophonists Gene Ammons, Von Freeman, Johnny Griffin, Eddie Harris, Clifford Jordan and Ari Brown. Dyett's students took the Chicago jazz sound across the globe.

This program is a live jazz quartet performance by the Charles Heath Quartet, celebrating Chicago hosting the 2026 International Jazz Day with the sounds of Dyett’s internationally renowned tenor saxophone students. A brief 15-minute history of Capt. Walter Dyett, followed by a 45-minute jazz quartet performance.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

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Photo credit: Walter Henri Dyett Papers [Box 7, Folder 99], Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature, Chicago Public Library.

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A movie like Sinners by Ryan Coogler is not possible without an archive. Immerse yourself in music and history in this special Renaissance Project program that will allow you to see how impactful storytelling can be when history and creativity intersect. Opening with a Blues set from renowned musician Vino Louden, the performance will then be immediately followed by a screening of Sinners in the same space.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Sinners © Warner Bros | 128 minutes | Rated R

Accessibility
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for the film screening.

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Learn how to make your own exfoliating body scrub using salt or sugar, choosing a blend of essential oils to make a signature scent that's all your own! For teens 13-19.

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Join CPL at Printers Row Lit Fest for a fascinating conversation with award-winning Afrofuturist, editor, and librarian, Maurice Broaddus, in conversation with Mikki Kendall.

An award-winning Afrofuturist, editor, and librarian, Maurice Broaddus has had over a hundred short stories published in such places as Lightspeed Magazine, Black Panther: Tales from Wakanda, Out There Screaming (edited by Jordan Peele), The End of the World As We Know It: New Tales of Stephen King's The Stand, Asimov’s, Weird Tales, Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, and Apex Magazine. With over a dozen novels in print, his latest include Black Panther: T’Challa Declassified, Unfadeable, Sweep of Stars, Breath of Oblivion, and A City Dreaming.

A City Dreaming is the third book in his Astra Black trilogy, which explores the struggles of an empire. Epic in scope and intimate in voice, it follows members of the Muungano Empire - a far-reaching coalition of city-states that stretches from Earth to Titan and beyond - as it faces renewed threats to its progress.

Mikki Kendall is the author of the New York Times-bestselling Hood Feminism and Amazons, Abolitionists, and Activists a graphic novel illustrated by A. D’Amico. Her essays can be found at TIME, the New York Times, The Guardian, the Washington Post, Essence, Vogue, The Boston Globe, NBC, and a host of other sites.

How to Attend:

Printers Row Lit Fest is located on historic Printers Row, on and around the area of Dearborn Street, from Polk Street to Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly Congress Parkway) in Chicago. This event will take place on Center Stage, located on South Dearborn Street in Printers Row Park, between Polk and Harrison Streets on the west side of Dearborn. A map of festival activities and locations is available at the Printers Row Lit Fest website.

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Come build with us! Bring your best ideas to life with our collection of LEGO bricks. Then display your creations in the Children’s area for all to see! LEGO bricks and materials provided.

For ages 3 to 13.

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Most weeks we feature a drop-in activity which may include a simple STEM or craft activity, building materials, puzzles, toys or maybe even a coloring bonanza! Join us for some play time as we build together.

For families with kids of all ages.

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Looking for something to do after school? Stop by for an hour of fun games, activities or crafts.

For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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Beat the Sunday Scaries with a fun and relaxing craft. Create a stress ball in October and sculpt with clay in November. All materials are provided.

For adults and kids 7 years and up (children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult).

How to Attend
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Join us for a fun-filled evening to play our favorite game and for a chance to win cool prizes.

Accessibility
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Join our story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books. Half an hour of story time is followed by half an hour of play.

For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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Join us for a discussion of People of Means by Nancy Johnson

Two women. Two pivotal moments. One dream for justice and equality fall of 1959, Freda Gilroy arrives on the campus of Fisk University full of hope, carrying a suitcase and the voice of her father telling her she's part of a family legacy of greatness. Soon, the ugliness of the Jim Crow South intrudes, and she's thrust into a movement for social change. Freda is reluctant to get involved, torn between a soon-to-be doctor her parents approve of and an audacious young man willing to risk it all in the name of justice. Freda finds herself caught between two worlds, and two loves, and must decide how much she's willing to sacrifice for the advancement of her people. n 1992 Chicago, Freda's daughter Tulip is an ambitious PR professional on track for an exciting career, if workplace politics and racial microaggressions don't get in her way. But with the ruling in the Rodney King trial weighing heavily on her, Tulip feels called to action. When she makes an irreversible professional misstep as she seeks to uplift her community, she must decide, just like her mother had three decades prior, what she's willing to risk in the name of justice and equality.\"-- Provided by publisher.

Accessibility
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Join Chicago Public Library for a conversation about storytelling and America between Pulitzer winners working across multiple genres, celebrating the launch of the Pulitzer on the Road exhibition. The event will feature 2025 Fiction winner Percival Everett, 2026 Fiction winner Daniel Kraus and 2026 Biography winner Amanda Vaill, and 2022 Breaking News Photography winner Jon Cherry of Getty Images. They will be in conversation with Pulitzer board member and Dean of the Columbia Journalism School, Jelani Cobb.

Percival Everett’s James, a retelling of Huckleberry Finn, won the 2025 Fiction Prize. Daniel Kraus’s Angel Down, a historical novel that blends magical realism and science fiction, won the Fiction prize this year. Amanda Vaill’s lively and sweeping Pride and Pleasure won the 2026 Biography prize. Jon Cherry was one of five Getty photographers awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 2022 for their riveting photos of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.

This event is the launch celebration of The Pulitzer on the Road traveling exhibition, developed by the Pulitzer Prizes in partnership with the American Library Association. The Chicago Public Library is the first site of the Pulitzer on the Road traveling exhibition, which will visit 20 public libraries across the country over two years. You can read more about the exhibition and full exhibition tour here.

How to Attend:

Doors to the Winter Garden open at 5p.m., and seating is first come, first served (280 capacity). Once the Winter Garden fills, overflow seating will be available for those who wish to view the live simulcast in the South Hall. (200 capacity). Books will be available for purchase but there is not a book signing.

Accessibility

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Please join us in a session of inner light meditation facilitated by Gerry Gorman.

People all over the world are tuning into meditation to help them lead a more peaceful and healthy life-style. Scientific studies have proven that the practice of meditation provides a deep relaxation to the body that helps reduce stress and tension. Meditation is the key to a more balanced life. Learn a simple and natural method of meditation that will help enhance your life. There will be a chance to practice as well during this session. Please join Gerry Gorman long time meditator for this powerful program.

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Brief Bio Gerry Gorman

Gerry Gorman has spent many years as a professional engineer, engineering manager, and business development executive of various technology companies. He also established his own engineering firm, from which he recently retired.

With over 40 years of experience practicing meditation, he has seen firsthand how this simple technique can have a profound impact on one's life. Gerry offers programs throughout the country, sharing the many benefits of meditation and how it can offer a new, calmer perspective in a stressful world.

As a national speaker, Gerry teaches a practical meditation technique and explores how this simple, effective method can be the key to physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. His popular workshops offer important, life-changing tools for inner growth and personal development.

]How to Attend

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Explore your creativity through collage, drawing, writing, and found materials in a relaxed, self-expressive environment. We will be creating a personalized journal that reflects your thoughts, interests, and everyday inspirations. Supplies will be provided and may be limited. For adults 18+.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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每年春天，随着1.3亿农民工踏上返乡过年的旅程，中国的各大城市都会陷入一片混乱。这场大规模的人口迁徙堪称全球最大规模的人类迁徙活动——这一宏大景象揭示了一个国家在乡村旧貌与工业化未来之间所处的悲剧性夹缝状态。华裔加拿大导演范立欣（曾参与制作获奖纪录片《沿江而上》）历时数年，采用经典的“真实电影”（cinéma vérité）手法，跟随一对已坚持这一年度返乡之旅近二十年的夫妇，记录下了这段旅程。

这部电影以普通话放映，配有英文字幕。

Every spring, China’s cities are plunged into chaos as 130 million migrant workers journey to their home villages for the New Year’s holiday. This mass exodus is the world’s largest human migration—an epic spectacle that reveals a country tragically caught between its rural past and industrial future. Working over several years in classic verité style Chinese-Canadian filmmaker Lixin Fan (with the producers of the award-winning hit documentary Up the Yangtze) travels with one couple who have embarked on this annual trek for almost two decades.

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Accessibility
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

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Join us for an afternoon of creativity! In this program, we'll be relaxing and coloring from a variety of interesting designs using colored pencils and markers.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Join us for a fun-filled hour of the timeless classic B I N G O. Come try your luck in this game of chance to win a prize. Enjoy an afternoon of good fun and great prizes!

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Get creative and design your unique pair of junk socks. Requires registration. Walk-ins may be permitted if supplies are available.

For Adults 18+

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Join Legler's Maker Lab staff to learn how to take a silhouette or outline image and create a simple black and wood-colored 150-piece puzzle.

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Come and play American Mahjong at the Canaryville Branch Library! We'll have a set on hand, but feel free to bring your own to play with as well!

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The practice of yoga can enhance the quality of life for people of any age. In various sequences, we will use a combination of simple stretches and yoga poses. Participants will be encouraged to participate in breath awareness, mindful movement and creative expression using yoga and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) techniques. Presented by Melody Farmer (Instagram @melodyfarmer).

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Do you want to learn English? This twice-a-week course will help you in talking to your supervisors, your children’s teachers, neighbors, doctors and more. Classes are taught in small groups. They include speaking and writing, listening and conversation, vocabulary and grammar, and cultural understanding. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday, participants are encouraged to attend every session. Space is limited. Register online.

¿Quieres aprender inglés? Esta curso, dos veces por semana, 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 escribir, escuchar y conversar, vocabulario y gramática, y comprensión cultural. Este curso se lleva a acabo cada lunes y miércoles. Registrarse en línea.

Accesibilidad
¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access-chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

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Looking for basic computer skills? We'll be going through everything from booting up the computer, using a mouse and accessing the internet. Due to a limited number of in-house computers, please contact the library if you will be needing a laptop. We ask those who have a laptop to bring it with them.

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Do you like slime? Do you like making slime? Do you want to make slime for the holidays? If you've answered yes to these questions, then this is the perfect program for you! Stop by to create your own holiday slime and take it home with you! All materials are provided.

For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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Please join Dr. Sanja Rikette Stinson for a beginner-friendly class showing how to use AI tools like ChatGPT for writing, organizing, creativity, business ideas and everyday tasks.

Dr. Sanja Rickette Stinson is an AI strategist, consultant, educator, author, and retired nonprofit CEO dedicated to making artificial intelligence accessible and responsible for nonprofits, small businesses, faith-based organizations, and community learners. She is the creator of the TACT Framework (Train, Ask, Collaborate, Take Human Responsibility) and the PACE Framework, practical tools designed to help organizations adopt AI with confidence and accountability.

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Dr. Stinson is the author of AI as Your Grant Collaborator (2026) and a sought-after speaker on AI literacy and AI readiness. Recently, she presented AI training at Fundable Chicago in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Faith Engagement, reaching more than 250 participants. She holds degrees from DePaul University, McCormick Theological Seminary, Concordia University, and Northern Theological Seminary.

Dr. Stinson enjoys teaching adults and empowering lifelong learners to embrace technology with confidence and purpose.

Saturday, September 5 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

AI Made Simple: Your Everyday Digital Assistant

Discover what artificial intelligence is, what it can and cannot do, and how tools such as ChatGPT can support everyday life.

Wednesday, September 16 | 2:00–4:00 PM

Ask Better, Get Better: How to Talk to AI

The quality of an AI response often begins with the quality of the request. This interactive class introduces simple prompting techniques that help participants receive clearer, more useful answers.

Saturday, October 3 | 10:00 AM–12:00 Noon

AI for Everyday Life: Write, Plan, and Get Organized

Learn how AI can make common tasks faster and less stressful. Participants will practice using AI to draft letters and emails, create lists, plan meals and events, organize schedules, summarize information, and develop new ideas.

Saturday, October 24 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

AI Images Made Easy: Turn Your Ideas into Pictures

Explore how simple words can be transformed into original AI-generated images. Participants will learn how to describe an image, improve it with follow-up instructions, and create visuals for hobbies, family projects, presentations, community events, and social media.

Saturday, November 7 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Search Smarter with AI: Find, Understand, and Check Information

AI can make research easier—but it does not always get everything right. Participants will learn how to use AI to explore a topic, explain unfamiliar information, compare ideas, and summarize lengthy material.

Saturday, November 21 | 10:00 AM–12:00 Noon

AI for Work and Small Business: Save Time and Create More

Discover practical ways to use AI in the workplace, in a small business, or while searching for employment. Participants will practice drafting professional emails, improving résumés, developing business ideas, creating promotional content, and preparing for interviews.

Saturday, December 5 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Stay Safe with AI: Privacy, Scams, and Responsible Use

Learn how to use AI with greater confidence and care. This class covers personal privacy, inaccurate information, AI-generated scams, deepfakes, bias, and the importance of reviewing AI-created content before using or sharing it.

Saturday, December 19 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Build Your Personal AI Toolkit: Practice, Create, and Keep Learning

Bring together the skills introduced throughout the series in this hands-on learning lab. Participants will choose a practical project—such as writing a letter, planning an event, researching a topic, developing an idea, or creating an image—and complete it with AI.

Participants are encouraged to bring a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Each class is beginner-friendly, and no previous AI or technology experience is required.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event

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Join us for a relaxed evening of board games at the library. Play classics, learn something new, and connect with others in a welcoming space. All experience levels are welcome. Feel free to bring your favorite game or use one of ours.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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For teens in High School

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Your child learns best when having fun! Support your child’s pre-literacy skills through songs, stories and play.

For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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Stop by to make a themed craft or create art on your own. The craft cart will be set up in the children’s area and a separate cart will be set up in the tween area. Drop in as you wish.

For kids 3 to 13.

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Calling all tweens and teens who like to play video games! Come and play the Nintendo Switch. We have games such as Princess Peach: Showtime!, Minecraft, Mario Wonder and more.

For ages 12 to 16.

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Become an expert builder at the library. We provide the LEGO bricks; you provide the imagination.

For ages 6 and up.

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping how people learn, work, and connect. Chicago Public Library is convening partners across government, education, nonprofits, and industry to support citywide AI literacy and responsible adoption. The CHI+AI Summit is a “tech conference for the people,” connecting residents to year-round learning, resources, and partnerships.

This full-day, public-facing civic summit brings together trusted institutions and practitioners to explain how AI is already affecting work, government services, education, creativity, and civic life, and how Chicagoans can engage with it safely and productively.

Featured speakers will join CPL from: AI Safety Awareness Project, Nvidia, City of Chicago's Department of Technology and Innovation, AWS, Google, Microsoft, Public Narrative, Arts Alliance Illinois, Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago Public Schools, Common Sense Media, DPLA, and more.

Programming will include:

Moderated Panels: Explore AI and Public Awareness, Government Applications of AI, Workforce Development, Creativity, Youth, and more
AI Demonstrations & Learning Sessions: Build knowledge and confidence through hands-on workshops and events.
Exhibitor & Community Partner Showcases: Connect with digital tools, in-person support, and recommended technologies.
Facilitated Discussions: Focus on ethics, access, equity, and public trust, empowering residents to make informed decisions.

Chicago Public Library is a trusted civic hub for AI literacy, building on its long-standing role in digital equity, information literacy, and public education. The AI+CHI Convening aims to:

Help residents understand how AI is already shaping public services and daily life
Surface real-world use cases and governance challenges, not hype
Promote ethical, transparent, and community-centered AI adoption
Foster cross-sector collaboration among government, libraries, nonprofits, educators, and technologists.

Accessibility

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Join the children's staff as we share nursery rhymes, stories and songs.

For kids 0 to 5 with a caregiver.

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Join us as we read a story together then create by drawing and writing.

For ages 6 to 13.

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Drop into the children's area to paint rocks and seashells and decorate them with a variety of materials.

For ages 6 to 19.

How to Attend
\nRegister by 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, September 14. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

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Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero BLUE BEETLE.

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago

How to Attend

This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Do you have any questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using the Library FAQs.

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Enjoy songs, rhymes and books with your baby to develop language skills and a love of reading.

For children 0 to 18 months with a caregiver.

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Discover the excitement of Lotería, a traditional Mexican game similar to bingo, in this interactive and family-friendly library program!

What to Expect:

Game Play: Enjoy multiple rounds of Lotería with colorful game boards and iconic illustrations.
Prizes: Shout \"¡Lotería!\" and win fun prizes!
Fun for All Ages: Whether you're a seasoned player or a first-timer, everyone is welcome!

For kids 3 to 13 years old.

Descubre la emoción de la Lotería, un juego tradicional mexicano similar al bingo, en este programa interactivo y familiar en la biblioteca!

Qué esperar:

Juego: Disfruta de varias rondas de Lotería con coloridos tableros e ilustraciones icónicas.
Premios: ¡Grita \"¡Lotería!\" y gana divertidos premios!
Diversión para todas las edades: Tanto si eres un jugador experimentado como si es tu primera vez, ¡todos son bienvenidos!

Para niños de edades 6 a 13.

How to Attend

Register 24 hours before the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Cómo Asistir

Regístrate antes del inicio del programa. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago (CPL) no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Se debe utilizar un correo electrónico de un padre o tutor para registrarse. Como recordatorio, los correos electrónicos de las escuelas pueden bloquear correos externos como los de CPL.

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Accessibility

Accesibilidad

¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otro tipo de ayuda de accesibilidad para este evento? Comunícate por teléfono

al (312) 747-8184 o por correo electrónico access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes se deben hacer como mínimo 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

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Welcoming all members of the community, our handy volunteers encourage you to bring your furniture, appliances, clothing, electronics, or most everything else to be repaired for free!

\nPeruse the library while you wait, leave it with us and come back, or sit with our volunteer to learn what we're doing. We're just some handy folk with backgrounds in various disciplines who have a passion for helping and growing our community in any way we can. All items must be able to be moved easily (no pianos or washing machines, please) and can be submitted for repair no later than 2pm to allow sufficient time for repair. In order to serve as many people as possible, we ask that you limit the number of items for repair to two.

Have a larger item at home, or a project/task and just need some advice on how to do it yourself? Feel free to drop by to chat with us about it. Currently our team consists of folks with familiarity in: woodwork, carpentry, computer repair, electronics repair/cleaning, minor electrical, appliance and tool repair, patching and mending clothing, but we're also looking for more folks with skills who would like to volunteer.

We are not product manufacturers or a professional repair center, so there are limits to our abilities. We will be honest and up front with you when assessing your item. If we are unable to repair your item, we will do our best to advise you and send you down the right path. Any item you bring to us has a risk of being further damaged.
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\nWe cannot fix:
\nBroken Screens
\nGas Powered Tools

Sponsored by Bevel & Kerf Woodworking
\nbevelandkerf.com

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Join us for our biweekly, all-ages chess club that meets every-other Saturday afternoon. Local chess coach Isaac Adams will be with us for each meeting to teach and advise.

For anyone 6 and up.

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For children 0 to 5 with a caregiver.

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Join the Field Museum at the branch as we explore nature together! Look at specimens from the Field Museum, make crafts and eat snacks.

For families with kids 3 to 13.

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Para familias con niños de 3 a 13 años.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

Cómo asistir
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Debido a las limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número de adultos y niños como asistentes cuando se inscriba.

Accesibilidad
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In Mexico, the fight between good and evil has been waged every week for decades, thrilling generations of fans with the spectacle of Lucha Libre. Real-life superheroes and villains, these masked wrestlers put their lives on the line night after night to entertain the legions of fans. Gaining remarkable access to all the major Lucha promotions, Alex Hammond and Ian Markiewicz offer an entertaining, no holds barred look at some of the sport's top performers, featuring the \"1000% Guapo\" Shocker, Luchador heir Blue Demon Jr, the tragic hardcore wrestler El Hijo Del Perro Aguayo, and extreme American bodybuilder Jon \"Strongman\" Andersen. Lucha Mexico goes behind the mask, on a journey into the heart of Mexico.

Accessibility
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

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En México, la lucha entre el bien y el mal se ha librado cada semana durante décadas, emocionando a generaciones de aficionados con el espectáculo de la Lucha Libre. Superhéroes y villanos de la vida real, estos luchadores enmascarados arriesgan sus vidas noche tras noche para entretener a las legiones de fanáticos. Con un acceso excepcional a todas las principales promociones de Lucha, Alex Hammond e Ian Markiewicz ofrecen una mirada entretenida y sin censura a algunos de los mejores luchadores, incluyendo al '1000% Guapo' Shocker, Blue Demon Jr, al trágico luchador hardcore El Hijo Del Perro Aguayo, y al culturista extremo americano Jon 'Strongman' Andersen. Lucha México va detrás de la máscara, en un viaje al corazón de México.

Accesibilidad
Para esta proyección habrá subtítulos en inglés para personas sordas o con dificultades auditivas.

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Academy Award–nominated director Hubert Sauper (Darwin’s Nightmare) explores contemporary perspectives from citizens of the golden isle accompanied by images of another time—reflecting how Cuba still sits partially frozen in time, delicately suspended between the modern era and a time before technology seeped into all facets of life. A visual meld of geopolitical, cinematic, and personal connections, Epicentro enchants and suggests a new perspective on an old world.

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Accessibility
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

El director Hubert Sauper (nominado al Óscar por *Darwin’s Nightmare*) explora las perspectivas actuales de los habitantes de la «isla dorada», acompañadas de imágenes de otra época; esto refleja cómo Cuba permanece parcialmente detenida en el tiempo, suspendida delicadamente entre la era moderna y un pasado anterior a que la tecnología impregnara todos los aspectos de la vida. Mediante una fusión visual de conexiones geopolíticas, cinematográficas y personales, *Epicentro* cautiva y sugiere una nueva perspectiva sobre un mundo antiguo.

¡El programa Community Cinema llega a una sucursal cercana a ti! Consulta cientos de otras proyecciones en bibliotecas públicas en Chicago.

Accesibilidad
Para esta proyección, habrá subtítulos en inglés para personas sordas o con dificultades auditivas.

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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 to 5 with an adult.

¡Llamando a todos los preescolares! Disfruta de WTTW Kids Learn & Play con tus personajes favoritos de PBS Kids. Participa en un aprendizaje divertido y guiado mientras desarrollas habilidades de desarrollo socioemocional, matemáticas, lenguaje y alfabetización.

Para edades de 3 a 5 años con un cuidador adulto.

Due to space limitations, please include only the number of children as attendees when you register.

Cómo Asistir
Registrarse antes del comienzo del evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse es necesario utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de uno de los padres o tutores. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de los colegios pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de la CPL.

Debido a las limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número de niños como asistentes cuando se inscriba.

Accesibilidad
¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access-chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días antes del evento.

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Join us for a fun-filled, exciting game day for adults and seniors. We're playing Scrabble, UNO, Yahtzee, Monopoly, Chess, trivia and more. If you have a game you love, bring it! Bring a friend. Meet someone new. Light refreshments served.

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Chicago Zine Fest is a celebration of small press and independent publishers, with an annual festival of workshops and the big expo day where 90+ zinesters sell and trade their zines. In addition to vendors the library will be hosting a series of workshops and panels where people of all ages can get hands on instruction and inspiration on creating their own zines.

9th Floor Vendor Fair - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

8th Floor - Hands on Activities

All activities take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 8th floor.

Stamp Making with Linocuts - Participants will learn how to carve designs into foam and linoleum and how to apply ink and print them on different types of paper.
Typewriter Zoo - Typewriter enthusiast Lisa will be bringing multiple typewriters for participants to use and take home their very own typewritten messages.
Button Making - Participants will design and create their very own pinback button.
Collage Making - A variety of collage-making exercises will be available to contribute a page to a collaboratively made CZF 2026 collage zine.
Bookbinding - Learn how to hand stitch your own binding to make your zine even cooler.

8th Floor - Panels

All panels take place in the 8th Floor Music Practice suite at scheduled time.

11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Indigenous Zinester Panel - Moderated by Analú María López
- For Native and Indigenous artists and innovators who found it difficult breaking into mainstream publishing, zines have been a crucial outlet. Craig Kee Strete, who identified as Cherokee, self-published the Red Planet Earth, arguably the first magaZine, in 1974 under the title \"A Magazine of American Indian Science Fiction.\" It seems to be the first science fiction published by Indigenous authors. Come celebrate self-publishing and Indigenous voices at the Chicago Zine Fest by attending the \"Indigenous Zinesters\" panel, where Native and Indigenous writers, artists, and makers will share their zine-related work. Explore DIY print culture that challenges dominant narratives for real, lived experiences while uplifting narratives, such as the relationship to storytelling, land defense, or radical archival histories. Our panelists: * Analú María López (Huachichil/Xi'úi) from Zhegagoynak (Chicago) is a writer and community builder and librarian at the Newberry Library, where she curates the Indigenous collection. * River Kerstetter (Oneida) from Zhegagoynak (Chicago) is a designer, writer, and curator. * Andi Murphy from Albuquerque, New Mexico is a Diné journalist and podcaster who creates Toasted Sister zines, focused on Indigenous food stories. * Lindsey Danae Perez from Portland, Oregon, is a two-spirit Tongva illustrative artist who encourages self-decolonization through visual storytelling, giving voice to gender-nonconforming experiences, cultural reclamation, and spiritual awakening in their collection of handmade, self-published comic zines.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Exquisite Corpse: Collaborative Character Creation - Columbia College Chicago's Illustration Student Group
- This workshop, hosted by Columbia College Chicago’s Illustration Student Group, encourages attendees to collaborate with one another to randomly create a character! Each group will work in teams to design a head, body, and torso without seeing what everyone else draws. After everyone’s character is complete, you’ll reveal what wacky creations you’ve come up with together!

2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Using Zines to Create Your Own TTRP - Gila's RPGs
- Have you always wanted to make something for your favorite TTRPG, or maybe make one of your own? Zines are the perfect way to get started! This workshop discusses how you can use zines to create adventures, modules, supplements, and even whole systems for tabletop role-playing games. We'll cover ideas, layout, production, and even getting your game out there in the hobby!

Accessibility

Poster art: https://www.peanutbuddarart.co...

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Join us for engaging songs and stories.

For families with kids 13 and under.

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Join us for a season finale event featuring Samantha Harvey, author of Orbital. Harvey will be in conversation with Booklist’s Donna Seaman to discuss her career and the book.

Samantha Harvey is the author of five novels, Orbital, The Western Wind, Dear Thief, All Is Song, and The Wilderness, and one work of nonfiction, The Shapeless Unease. Orbital was the winner of the Booker Prize 2024, and her other work has been shortlisted for the Women’s Prize, the Guardian First Book Award, the James Tait Black Prize, and the Walter Scott Prize. The Wilderness was awarded the Betty Trask Prize. She lives in Bath, UK, and teaches creative writing at Bath Spa University.

Please note: This event is virtual only.

How to attend

This event will take place live on CPL's YouTube channel and CPL's Facebook page. You'll be able to ask questions during the event as well! Can't make it to the live stream? We'll archive the video on YouTube to watch later.

Accessibility

This event is part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book Orbital by Samatha Harvey.

Photo credit: Matt Lincoln

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Dale Dellutri is an amateur astronomer, specializing in astronomy research, and has had a life-long fascination with science and technology. He's worked with computer hardware and software since the late 1960's, and has managed technical employees and projects in various fields including programming, data center construction, legal, tax, and futures and equity trading. He has written programs in many computer languages. He is now retired and gives astronomy themed presentations with the Chicago Society for Space Studies.

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Join Ms. Carlynn for a fun-filled fall story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.

For kids 0 to 3 and their caregivers.

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Come join us for a lively discussion.

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알바니팍 도서관 한국어 북클럽에 초대합니다. 이번 달에는 서맨사 하비의 <궤도>를 읽고 토론합니다.

<궤도>는 우주정거장에서 지구를 공전하는 여섯 우주비행사의 하루에 대한 이야기다. 스물네 시간 동안 열여섯 번의 일출과 열여섯 번의 일몰을 마주하는 기이한 감각, 최신 공학 기술의 정점인 우주선에서 더없이 작고 평범한 지구를 낱낱이 보는 일의 의미, 흉포하고 맹렬한 검은 우주에 몸을 맡길 때 찾아오는 완전한 평화와 위로가 아름답고 서정적인 언어로 리드미컬하게 펼쳐진다.

미 항공우주국(NASA)·유럽 우주국(ESA) 자료와 우주인의 실제 경험을 바탕으로 이 소설을 집필한 작가 서맨사 하비는 한 번도 본 적 없는 우리 행성의 삶을 생생하고 섬세하게 그려 낸다. 거칠고 시끄러운 이 세상에서 잠시 멀어져, 인간이 지구 그리고 같은 인간에게 어떤 일을 하고 있는지 질문하고 천천히 성찰해 보게 한다. 서로 다른 국적과 생각, 사연을 가지고 있지만 고독한 우주선 안에서 하나가 된 우주비행사들의 새로운 유대를 비춘다. 광막한 우주를 마치 신처럼 지켜보는 동안 꼬리에 꼬리를 무는 이들의 끈질긴 사색은 필리핀을 덮치는 거대한 태풍, 불길에 맨살이 훤히 드러난 아마존, 50억 달러를 태우며 달을 향해 떠난 억만장자의 로켓, 인도와 파키스탄 사이에 길게 놓인 빛의 자취에 닿는다. 찬란하고 푸른 지구에 우리와 우리가 사랑하는 사람들이 ‘살고 있다’는 사실을 일깨우고, 변화를 꿈꾸게 하는 불꽃을 피운다. (교보문고 제공)

모임은 직접 Little Village Branch에 오시거나 On-Line을 통해 참여하실 수 있습니다.
직접 참여하실 분은 Little Village Branch (2311 S. Kedzie Avenue)로 오세요. 온라인으로 참여하실 분은, 오른쪽 Registration 버튼을 누르고 이메일을 적으세요. 북클럽 24시간 전에 Microsoft Teams 미팅 link를 받게 됩니다. 이 프로그램에 등록하실 때 자동으로 Library Use Guidelines 에 동의하시는 것으로 간주합니다.

How to Attend
This event is available in person and online.

Attend in person at the Little Village Branch
2311 S. Kedzie Avenue. Chicago, Illinois, 60623

Attend online via Microsoft Teams
Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Microsoft Teams meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the Library Use Guidelines.

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Únete al Centro de Alfabetización de UIC y desarrolla tus habilidades en preparación para los exámenes del GED. Se requiere una prueba previa y registro. Recomendamos que los participantes traigan útiles de escritura y un cuaderno.

Para asistir a esta clase, ya debes haberte registrado en las sesiones de información y prueba. Si te perdiste la sesión de información y deseas asistir a la clase, puedes comunicarte con la sucursal (littlevillage@chipublib.org) o directamente con UIC al correo cfl@uic.edu o al teléfono 312-355-2130.

Accesibilidad
¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llama al (312) 747-8184 o envía un correo a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

GED Sessions: Science with UIC Center for Literacy

Join UIC's Center for Literacy and build your skills in preparation for the GED subject tests. Prior testing and registration is required. We recommend registrants bring writing utensils and a notebook.

To attend this class, you must already have registered at the info and testing sessions. If you missed the info session and would like to attend the class, you could either contact the branch (littlevillage@chipublib.org) or contact UIC directly at cfl@uic.edu or 312-355-2130.

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알바니팍 도서관 한국어 북클럽에 초대합니다. 이번 달에는 아모스 오즈의 <블랙박스> 를 읽고 토론합니다.

아모스 오즈는 이스라엘과 팔레스타인의 평화적 공존을 주장하며 ‘이스라엘의 양심’으로 많은 지지와 존경을 받은 작가입니다. 그가 오랫동안 생활하던 키부츠 훌다를 떠나 1987년에 발표한 『블랙박스』는 한때 부부였던 알렉스와 일라나, 그들의 아들 보아즈, 일라나가 재혼한 미쉘, 알렉스의 변호사까지 모든 인물이 편지를 주고받으며 가슴속에 묻어 둔 ‘블랙박스’를 해독하고 가족의 의미와 사랑의 정체성을 되새기는 작품입니다. (교보문고 제공)

모임은 직접 Little Village Branch에 오시거나 On-Line을 통해 참여하실 수 있습니다.
직접 참여하실 분은 Little Village Branch (2311 S. Kedzie Avenue)로 오세요. 온라인으로 참여하실 분은, 오른쪽 Registration 버튼을 누르고 이메일을 적으세요. 북클럽 24시간 전에 Microsoft Teams 미팅 link를 받게 됩니다. 이 프로그램에 등록하실 때 자동으로 Library Use Guidelines 에 동의하시는 것으로 간주합니다.

How to Attend
This event is available in person and online.

Attend in person at the Little Village Branch
2311 S. Kedzie Avenue. Chicago, Illinois, 60623

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Join us for a friendly conversation of this year's One Book, One Chicago, Orbital, at our latest monthly book discussion. A slender novel of epic power and the winner of the Booker Prize 2024, Orbital deftly snapshots one day in the lives of six women and men traveling through space. Selected for one of the last space station missions of its kind before the program is dismantled, these astronauts and cosmonauts—from America, Russia, Italy, Britain, and Japan—have left their lives behind to travel at a speed of over seventeen thousand miles an hour as the earth reels below. We glimpse moments of their earthly lives through brief communications with family, their photos and talismans; we watch them whip up dehydrated meals, float in gravity-free sleep, and exercise in regimented routines to prevent atrophying muscles; we witness them form bonds that will stand between them and utter solitude. Most of all, we are with them as they behold and record their silent blue planet. Their experiences of sixteen sunrises and sunsets and the bright, blinking constellations of the galaxy are at once breathtakingly awesome and surprisingly intimate.

Profound and contemplative, Orbital is a moving elegy to our environment and planet.

Limited copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Witness life-or-death decisions 250 miles above Earth, as astronauts and Mission Control work together to survive moments of high danger on board humanity’s remarkable orbiting laboratory, the International Space Station.

Runtime: 1 hour | Not Rated

Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.

Accessibility
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

This event is part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book Orbital by Samatha Harvey.

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Join us for a discussion of Orbital by Samantha Harvey.

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Share your love of reading, broaden your horizons, and stay connected with others through our monthly book discussion. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

This event is part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book Orbital by Samatha Harvey.

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Come enjoy painting and reconnecting with people. Not an artist? Not a problem! All skill levels are welcome. Painting supplies will be provided and templates will be available. At the end of the program, you will leave with your very own masterpiece.

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Are you interested in crafting? Join your neighbors for stitching time, working on fiber arts, knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning, embroidery and meeting fellow crafters. Make progress on your projects in this BYOP (bring your own project) gathering. Open to all adults, from beginners to experts.

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Hang out at the library playing video games or table-top games. Use our video game systems and STEAM Machine to play a variety of fun games. You can challenge the Librarians to show off their moves in Just Dance or race your friends around a virtual track. Other games will also be available.

If weather is nice, we will possibly play games outdoors in the library's garden.

For teens ages 13-19.

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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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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. You never know what you can master next.

For teens 13 to 19.

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Come and learn the basics of crocheting every 4th Saturday at our library. All you need is a size H crochet hook and a bundle of yarn (you may purchase these from a fabric or craft store). We're making hats and then progressing to shawls, sweaters and blankets.

For all ages 10 and up.

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Join the Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection and the Patricia Liddell Researchers (PLR) for their monthly meeting.

The Patricia Liddell Researchers is an organization specializing in African American genealogy. They promote the scholarly research, writing, and publishing of African American history. PLR partners with the Harsh Research Collection to meet from January through November on the third Saturday of each month.

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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 with each other, letting our creative juices flow.

How to Attend
\nThis event takes place on Zoom. Only one registration per household is needed.\nYou’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours\nbefore the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using\nZoom.

Accessibility
\nNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this\nevent? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at\nleast 14 business days before the event.

Attending CPL Online Events
\nQuestions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.\n

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Join us for Reading Came First, a book club that explores the powerful connections between literature, music, identity, and culture. Hosted by rapper, librarian, and Rapbrary founder Roy Kinsey, this monthly gathering creates space for thoughtful conversation about books that challenge, inspire, and reflect the world around us.

Each month we’ll read and discuss works by groundbreaking authors across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and cultural criticism. Together we’ll explore themes like storytelling, community, creativity, and social change while connecting literature to music, art, and lived experience.

Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to join a welcoming community conversation, all are welcome.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Our monthly Memory Café offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Activities at this event will vary at each meeting but will include games, arts and crafts, music, and more. Friends, family members, and community allies also are welcome!

We’ll meet on the third Friday of every month. The first hour is reserved for the formal program; the second hour is set aside for socialization. Light refreshments will be served but feel free to bring a bagged lunch. There will also be a raffle for a special door prize!

Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago, Renewal Memory Partners, and Chicago Methodist Senior Services.

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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 and up!

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Drop in during Open Shop to:

Get a brief software overview
Find out how we can help with your project
Check out what people are making
Use a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity.

Would you rather join a class? Try one of our scheduled workshops.

Can't make it to Open Shop but would like assistance? Fill out an Ask a Maker form.

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This workshop highlights the accomplishments of Black Chicago sculptors with a spotlight on Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Hunt, a world-renowned sculptor and printmaker born in Chicago’s Woodlawn community and raised in Englewood, became one of the leading 20th century American artists. During his acclaimed 60-year career, he was a significant creator of public art in Chicago and across the U.S., with 160 public sculpture commissions in 24 states that included monuments of several notable figures.

Create your own mixed-media sculptures using clay, wire, cardboard, aluminum foil, and paint, inspired by Hunt’s abstract forms and his ability to transform metal into movement. Art activities may include:

Modular Sculptures: Using geometric shapes and layering to build height and form.
Figurative Abstractions: Inspired by Giacometti and Picasso, reflecting Hunt’s ability to mix realism with abstraction.
Community-Inspired Designs: Prompting participants to reflect on what their neighborhoods mean to them, much like Hunt did with his public installations.

This workshop encourages both creative expression and a deeper appreciation for one of Chicago’s most influential artists.

Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library. This program is led by artist Joy Joshua.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Accessibility

Photo: Book Bird by Richard Hunt at Obama Library.

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Join us for a free literacy event celebrating your baby’s upcoming arrival! At this program for expectant parents and caregivers:

Learn fun ways to support your baby’s developing brain
Connect with other caregivers
Find out about library resources to support you and your new baby
Enjoy refreshments and giveaways

How to Attend
Registration is encouraged but not required.

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Whether gaming, learning new tech or just vibing, we've got you covered! Join us to try some of these activities:

3D Printer
Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

Pull up and make the space yours! All tweens and teens welcome.

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Join us for some crafting! Bring your own project, or work on a group project with us. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started.

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For teens ages 13-19.

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Come and join our Jewelry Making Club. Whether you are a novice or a professional, come and enjoy creating some jewelry while learning and socializing with others. We encourage you to bring your own supplies.

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Whether gaming, learning new tech or just vibing, we've got you covered! Join us to try some of these activities:

3D Printer
Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
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Image courtesy of: teachbesideme.com

Come 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 loved the game for years, this hour is for you!

We’ll learn together, practice together, and enjoy thoughtful play in a friendly, welcoming space. Chess is more than a game — it’s a way to slow down, think creatively, and connect with others.

During the Hour You Can:

· Learn the basics at your own pace

· Practice with other players

· Explore fun strategies and puzzles

· Ask questions in a supportive setting

· Meet new people through shared play

Whether you’ve never touched a chess piece or you’ve loved the game for years, this hour is for you!

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event

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It can’t be that hard, right? Make your own hair or body oil, choosing a blend of essential oils to create a signature scent that's all your own! For youth ages 10 to 19.

*If you have sensitivities to strong scents, this program may not be for you.

Accessibility

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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

Pull up and make the space yours! All tweens and teens welcome.

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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 free to bring it.

Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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Welcome to the Sulzer Regional Maker Lab!

Drop in during Open Shop to work on personal projects or ask staff general questions regarding software or equipment.
Use our Cricut electronic cutter, 3D printer, and sewing machine.
Limited materials are available.

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3D Printer
Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

Pull up and make the space yours! All tweens and teens welcome.

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This class is for beginners and people who want to build more confidence in a non-judgmental environment. This class specifically focuses on the computer program Microsoft Word.

In this class, you will learn how to navigate a document with the cursor, highlight content within a document, format text in several different ways, and save documents to specific folders. We'll be using the library’s computers, so no need to bring anything with you.

Late Arrivals: Because this class is interactive, doors will be closed at 1:45. We will not be able to accommodate patrons who arrive after this time.

Don’t have time to make this class, but interested in learning some more computer basics? Check out some hands-on tutorials through Chicago Digital Learn. No library card necessary!

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We're offering a variety of FREE seed packets to our patrons and visitors (3 packets per household/per visit). The selection is constantly growing and changing as we continue to receive donations (thanks to our many sponsors!). We plan to offer the seed library year-round for your seasonal planting needs. We’ve distributed everything from seeds for teas and medicinal purposes (anise, echinacea and bergamot), to flowers (marigolds), vegetables (corn, green beans, etc.) and more. Stop by the Woodson Regional Library's adult reference desk during regular business hours and ask for a current list of available seed packets. Happy planting!

Accessibility

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Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play.

For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.

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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 REQUIRED.

If you are a new knitter (that is, have never knitted before) or are just learning but know a little: Please come with a pair of 10\" long knitting needles in size 8 (5mm) or size 9 (5.5mm).

Everyone else: Come in with your current project or the materials (yarn and needles) you'll need to start a project.

Accessibility
\nNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org\nto request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Photo by Margarida Afonso on Unsplash

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This program is in partnership with Literacy Chicago.

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· Ask questions in a supportive setting

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Learn more in our archives!

Presented as part of the Renaissance Project, this event invites participants to actively engage with the rich and often untold stories of Black history and heritage at Chicago Public Library.

This program is made possible with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

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Photo credit: Geraldine Lane Mardis Papers, [Box 2, Folder 011], Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection of Afro-American History and Literature

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Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical problems.

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How to Attend
Registration is recommended, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome! Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Photo by Selective Focus Photography of Chess Pieces, Randy Fath / Unsplash

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.مجموعة المحادثة لدينا المخصصة للبالغين المشتركين في منظمة محو الأمية في شيكاغو (وحسّن قدرتك على التواصل

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تكون مجموعة المحادثة هذه مخصصة للأشخاص الذين لديهم معرفة قليلة باللغة الإنجليزية ويريدون مزيدًا من التدريب لإتقانها

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Debe registrarse en línea en el sitio web de inscripción de Literacy Chicago antes de asistir a su primera sesión. Para obtener más información, visite Literacy Chicago o llame al (312) 858-6020.

Do you want to learn English? Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Join our conversation group with Literacy Chicago and improve your ability to communicate.

Please register online at the Literacy Chicago online enrollment website before attending your first session. For more information visit Literacy Chicago or call (312) 858-6020.

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Traditional yoga poses including stretches, balance exercises and strengthening exercises are done using the chair. Please bring a towel and wear some comfortable clothes.

How to Attend
This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using the Library FAQs.

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Attend Beat 2534 CAPS meeting to stay abreast of happenings in your community.

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For children 18 months to 5 with a caregiver.

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For readers 6 and up.

This program is part of Chicago Public Library's Jump into Reading initiative.

Accessibility
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LEGO fans rejoice! Join other fans and enthusiasts as you create, challenge yourself and share ideas for your next creations made with our collection of LEGO bricks.

Build as far as your imagination takes you or build using our challenges in this fun, drop-in event for the whole family to enjoy.

For ages 3 to 13 with an adult.

Únete a otros fans y entusiastas mientras creas y compartes ideas para tus próximas creaciones realizadas con nuestra colección de ladrillos LEGO.

Construye hasta donde te lleve tu imaginación en este divertido evento para toda la familia.

Para edades de 3 a 13 años con un adulto.

Cómo asistir
Registrarse antes del inicio del evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse, se debe utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de un padre o cuidador. Le recordamos que las direcciones de correo electrónico escolares pueden bloquear los correos electrónicos externos, como los de la CPL.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Accesibilidad
¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otro tipo de ayuda de accesibilidad para este evento? Comunícate por teléfono al (312) 747-8184 o por correo electrónico access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes se deben hacer como mínimo 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

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All are welcome: newcomers and experienced folders, kids (7+), teens and adults. Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration requested but not required.

How to Attend
This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event to receive an email reminder. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.

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Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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Join the Rogers Park Branch as we read and discuss Tales From La Vida.

This collection of more than 80 short stories, compiled by Frederick Luis Aldama (Long Stories Cut Short: Fictions from the Borderlands; Latinx Superheroes in Mainstream Comics), from a range of Latiné creators (e.g., Jaime and Gilbert Hernandez, Roberta Gregory, Kat Fajardo) all center on the larger themes of Latiné identity. They include an array of autobiographical pieces, the commonalities among them nicely showcased in various styles, some cartoony, some realistic, and some rough and raw. Despite the broad artistic differences, many similar themes emerge around religion, spirituality, family and tradition, LGBTQ issues, and living in a marginalized community. Several accounts detail mixed-race Latinés struggling to find identity within and outside their own communities, while others depict how the absence of diverse role models in media led the author/artist to tell their own stories as inspiration to future generations.

Accessibility
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For ages 10 to 19.

Accessibility

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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, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting and other hand stitching. Bring your own supplies and work on your projects.

For adults, teens, and kids 6 and up.

Photo source: Eileen Quirk Rowan

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Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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Join experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri for a beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group. Bring your own projects or challenge yourself to start something new. Materials will be provided by the library.

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Join us to learn more about the organizations that serve the Washington Heights and neighboring Communities. The Community Resource Fair takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

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Join us at the library for a fun time while enhancing your reading skills through stories, songs and playtime.

For ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver.

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Reading is for Everyone!

Members of the Chicago Public Library Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center are invited to join the ARTBC Braille Literacy Discussion and Reading Circle for a monthly gathering where we build Braille reading skills in a supportive setting. Each session features selected idioms, jokes, poetry, and more. Together, we’ll read, chat and laugh—all while strengthening Braille proficiency in a fun, engaging way. Braille handouts will be supplied, and attendees are welcome to bring their NLS braille eReader!

Registration is required, and participants must be members of the Chicago Public Library Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center. For more information and to register, please call 800-757-4654.

Accessibility

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In this informative workshop, members of the FTC Robotics Team Robophins 3216 of Whitney Young High School presents their introduction to Computer-Aided Design! Teens in YOUmedia can watch as the Robophins demonstrate their design process and implement new ideas.

\n\n

For teens 13 to 19.

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A different kind of book club focusing on narratives that can be read in a single sitting. Short stories are a great way to explore genres, authors, and ideas without the commitment of a longer book. Read a unique story every month and meet virtually with other adults for discussion.

This month's story is \"Reckless Eyeballing\" by N.K. Jemisin from Out There Screaming.

It’s about Carl Billings, a Black highway patrol officer with a habit of “roughing up” people he pulls over — a broken arm here, a baton to the teeth there. His white supervisor is on to him, and then a video of one of his traffic stops goes viral. But worst of all is Carl’s unsettling vision of oncoming headlights as eyeballs, blinking and veined, watching. He can’t get away from them. -- The New York Times

Content warning for police violence, racist & misogynistic language, and violent imagery.

How to Attend
\nThis event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24 hours before the event. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom.

Attending CPL Online Events
\nQuestions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

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Senior adults! Drop in for an afternoon short story discussion hosted by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center. We will listen collectively to a short story, then invite everyone to share their thoughts and impressions as we enjoy the company of fellow readers. No registration needed!

Photo: 20.07.2005 by George Lim / CC 2.0

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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 session.

Feel free to bring your own notebook, laptop, and reusable mug.

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This program is in partnership with Literacy Chicago.

Este programa se lleva a cabo en colaboración con Literacy Chicago.

Accesibilidad
¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días antes del evento.

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Join Ms. Mary in Commercial Park for story time! I will share songs, rhymes and books. 

For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. 

How to Attend
This event takes place outdoors. In case of rain, temperatures over 90 degrees or below 50 degrees or hazardous air quality, the program is canceled.

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Looking for a pleasant way to spend a Sunday afternoon? Join us for adult coloring, a popular therapeutic activity used to reduce stress, improve mindfulness and foster creativity.

According to the Mayo Clinic, the benefits of coloring can include improved sleep and decreased fatigue, fewer body aches, and decreased anxiety and depression. And besides, it’s fun!

All materials and light refreshments will be provided.

Registration is recommended but not required. Please register online or at the Edgewater Branch reference desk.

Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago.

Image source: Pixabay

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Join us at Harold Washington Library Center on the 1st Saturday of each month from 1-2 p.m. for a nonfiction book discussion for adults.

October's selection is The City Is up for Grabs: How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Led and Lost A City in Crisis by Gregory Royal Pratt.

You may pick up a copy one month in advance at the Business, Science, Technology, and Government Documents Reference Desk on the 4th floor of the Harold Washington Library Center.

How to Attend
These events take place in person. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using the Library FAQs.

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Join us for an exciting, themed family craft night! Dive into a specific project or unleash your creativity with the provided materials.

For children 3 to 13 with their family. Children under 11 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Join us as we partner with Envision Unlimited, a local organization that empowers adults with disabilities. Every second Monday of the month, we will learn how to create small decorative rugs. All supplies will be provided, and you will be able to take your completed rug home with you. No registration required.

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency through federal funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.

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GED Sessions: Science with UIC Center for Literacy

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This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency through federal funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Getting back into your creative rhythm or expanding your creative community, the silent scribe society would love to have you!

Accessibility
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Working together as one team, students will build, test and program a robot while learning basic coding concepts through guided activities and fun challenges. The workshop is designed to foster creativity, teamwork, problem-solving and curiosity about STEM.

No prior coding or robotics experience is required, but participants should be comfortable using a computer or tablet and eager to learn new technology skills. You are welcome to bring your own computer or tablet with you.

For kids 9 to 12. Children under 11 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

How to Attend
Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Accessibility
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Interested in learning how to tell stories through film? Join us for Film Club, a hands-on introduction to the basics of filmmaking led by filmmaker Erin Turney.

In this beginner-friendly workshop series, participants will explore the fundamentals of visual storytelling, including camera basics, framing, lighting, interviewing, and capturing meaningful moments. Whether you’re interested in documentary, music videos, narrative film, or simply want to better understand how stories are shaped on screen, this club is for you.

No prior experience required. Just curiosity and a story you want to tell.

All are welcome. This is an in person event.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Accessibility

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LEGO fans rejoice! Join other fans and enthusiasts as you create, challenge yourself and share ideas for your next creations made with our collection of LEGO bricks.

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For ages 3 to 13 with an adult.

Únete a otros fans y entusiastas mientras creas y compartes ideas para tus próximas creaciones realizadas con nuestra colección de ladrillos LEGO.

Construye hasta donde te lleve tu imaginación en este divertido evento para toda la familia.

Para edades de 3 a 13 años con un adulto.

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Join us for Gamer's Universe Showdown Series, our monthly esports celebration leading up to the 2026 edition of Gamer's Universe.

The Chicago Teen Gamer's Guild will run monthly tournaments showcasing a variety of competitive games.

SquidWest will host Splatoon 3 locals. You just need to bring your switch, copy of the game, headset, and controller.

We will also have a variety of free-play stations throughout the day featuring our favorite competitive and non-competitive games.

No registration is required for any of the tournaments or activities.

All ages and skill levels are welcome!

Schedule for the day:

Mario Kart World Tournament begins at 12 pm, and Street Fighter 6 will start at 2pm.

Splatoon 3 will run throughout the day, but arrive early to get a spot in the competition.

This event is hosted by YOUmedia and the Chicago Teen Gamer’s Guild, a group of teens creating inclusive gaming experiences across Chicago. It is supported in partnership with I Play Games!

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Do you enjoy working on puzzles? Join Chicago Bee branch staff for fun and conversation as we try to complete a puzzle throughout each week. Feel free to bring your own puzzle if you'd like.

For Adults 18 and up!

Image: Puzzle Pieces by congerdesign / Pixabay content license

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This year, the Little Village Branch building is turning 15! And in it's honor, we're having a Quinceañera! But we need your help making a giant papier mache cake to celebrate the occasion.

We'll have a giant papier mache cake that you're invited to help decorate with gems, paint, fake frosting, and pictures of the branch from the last 15 years. Bring your creativity to celebrate this milestone for our library and community gathering space.

This program is for teens ages 13-19.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?

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Are you interested in reading English books? Do you need a friend to read with you and expand your reading by talking about characters, stories, and themes? Join our Book Buddy Program for adults, where we read together to prepare for our monthly ESL book club meetings.

The book is ready at the Little Village Branch clerical desk.

How to Attend

This event is available in person at Little Village Branch, 2311 S Kedzie

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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. Learn to be more confident in expressing yourself in English and gain conversational vocabulary while meeting new people and having fun!

This group meets every Tuesday at 6:00pm to 7:30pm.

Participants should register online at Literacy Chicago Online Enrollment website before attending their first session. For more information visit Literacy Chicago website or call (312) 858-6020.

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Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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Para obtener más información, comuníquese con info@literacychicago.org o llame al (312) 858-6020.

For more information, contact info@literacychicago.org or call (312) 858-6020.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Garageband, equipment setup, saving and exporting audio files.

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For High School teens 14 to 18.

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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
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Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

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Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
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The Chicago Department of Public Health will be at the library for free blood pressure screenings. No registration required. Just drop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month between 12:30-3:00 p.m.

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Join licensed instructor, Dena Taylor, for Chair Zumba - a modified Zumba workout using a chair. Move your body to the rhythm of the beat while sitting down! You will also learn a line dance or two. Standing is optional. Please bring water, a towel, and dress comfortably.

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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

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Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play.

For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.

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Come to the branch 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 levels and ages are welcome to attend. Bring your own knitting, crocheting, stitchery, needlework, etc. projects and enjoy introducing your novel needle artistic plan and connecting in lighthearted conversation with others.

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Please apply for enrollment at the Literacy Chicago website before attending your first session. For more information, contact info@literacychicago.org or call (312) 858-6020.

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Story time featuring stories, nursery rhymes, puppets and songs. Includes open play time with blocks, puzzles, puppets and other educational toys.

For children 18 months to 5.

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Do you like to knit or crochet? 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 hang out. Bring your own supplies and meet like-minded people.

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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

Pull up and make the space yours! All tweens and teens welcome.

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Attention book lovers: Join us in person for an informal meeting to share your thoughts about a book you recently read or a favorite you'd like to recommend. Become acquainted with other readers – and find out what they are reading. You'll probably hear about books you'd like to read and in genres you may not have considered. We’ll meet the second Friday of each month.

Registration is recommended but not required. You may register on the library’s website, by phone, or in person at any Chicago Public Library location.

Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago and Friends of the Edgewater Library.

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We supply the bricks. Just bring a ton of imagination and get ready to build. The sky's the limit!

For kids 6 and up.

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Calling all adult leisure readers! Are you interested in reading more but don't know how to start? Let's make reading-related crafts together and talk all things books.

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Use watercolor paint, stickers, and yarn to make your very own DIY bookmark. Maybe match the colors to your current read and chat about your latest favorite leisure read with your neighbors.

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Photo Source: Kayla, CPL

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Want to learn English? This twice-a-week course will help you with:

Talking to your supervisors, your children’s teachers, neighbors, doctors and more.
Writing
Listening
Conversation
Vocabulary
Grammar
Cultural understanding

Classes are taught in small groups. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday starting September 9 - December 16. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to attend every session. Register in person or call 312-745-1862.

¿Quieres aprender inglés? Esta curso, dos veces por semana, le ayudará a:

Hablar con sus supervisores, maestros de sus hijos, vecinos, médicos y más.
Escribir
Escuchar
Conversar
Vocabulario
Gramática
Comprensión cultural

Las clases se enseñan en grupos pequeños. Este curso se lleva a acabo cada lunes y miércoles desde el 9 de septiembre hasta el 16 de diciembre. Se requiere registrarse en persona o llame a 312-745-1862.

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Join us for the next meeting of our monthly Spanish Book Club! Haga nuevos amigos.

Reunámonos en el club de lectura para discutir libros cada mes. (Los niños pueden acompañarte al programa).

¿Preguntas? Llámenos en / Questions? Call us at: 312-747-6094.

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GED Sessions: Science with UIC Center for Literacy

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For kids of all ages with their caregivers.

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Join us for the next meeting of our monthly Spanish Book Club! Haga nuevos amigos.

Reunámonos en el club de lectura para discutir libros cada mes. (Los niños pueden acompañarte al programa).

¿Preguntas? Llámenos en / Questions? Call us at: 312-747-6094.

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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 November, we'll be celebrating Native American Heritage Month. November is observed as National Native American Heritage Month in recognition of the essential and unique contributions of Native peoples past and present, and it is celebrated nationwide, honoring the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of Native peoples.

Can't think of a book? Don't worry, we have you covered. Check out our recommended picks list and try a title from there, or visit us at the library - we'll have plenty to choose from. Then join us online for the genre-sation!

How To Attend

This event takes place on Zoom. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive two emails close to the event - one will be an event reminder, and the other will contain a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom.

Accessibility
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Attending CPL Online Events
\nQuestions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

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1519, Tenochtitlan: a Spanish conquistador enters the Aztec empire with surprising and hallucinatory results.

Books are available to checkout at the Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch circulation desk, while supplies last. Many titles are also available as eBooks or eAudiobooks on the Hoopla and/or Libby app

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How to Attend
This event takes place in person, offsite at Map Room (1949 N. Hoyne).

This event is for ages 21+

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Share your work
Supportive environment
Friendly group critique and advice

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Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago, Renewal Memory Partners, and Chicago Methodist Senior Services.

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How to Attend

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Photo source: Eileen Quirk Rowan

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This program is for ages 8 to 80 and all skill levels are welcome, chess boards are included!

Photo by Selective Focus Photography of Chess Pieces, Randy Fath / Unsplash

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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
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Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

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Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

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Para obtener más información, comuníquese con info@literacychicago.org o llame al (312) 858-6020.

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Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Garageband, equipment setup, saving and exporting audio files.

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For High School teens 14 to 18.

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Space is limited. Registration is required.

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Accessibility

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Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month.

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Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

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Welcome senior adults! Join us for a series of in-person events full of fun and relaxation. Come make new friends and reunite with old acquaintances, as we play some rounds of classic party games.

Photo: Chicago Public Library Staff

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Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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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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Silhouette Vinyl Cutter
Nintendo Switch
DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights
Laptops and Headphones
Button Maker
Embroidery and Jewelry Kit
Air-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints, Markers, Canvases, Fabric Markers and art supplies
New! Midi Keyboard
New! Bambu 3D Printer

Pull up and make the space yours! All tweens and teens welcome.

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Calling all fiber art enthusiasts! Bring whatever stitching project (knitting, crochet, needlepoint, sewing, etc) you're currently working on to our informal and relaxed stitching club. All levels welcome. No materials will be provided, please bring your own.

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If you enjoy playing Hearts or Spades, give Bridge a try! All levels are welcome.

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Join Near North Branch for a lively book discussion! Check back later for an updated selection.

How to Attend
This event is available in person and online.

Attend in person
Near North Branch
310 W. Division, Chicago, IL 60610

Attend online via Zoom
Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

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Start your day with stories, songs and fun for the whole family!

For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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It can’t be that hard, right?

For youth 10 to 19.

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Looking for a morning of book conversation? Join us on the last Monday each month for a variety of fiction, classic, or nonfiction books. Copies of the books will be available each month at the Circulation Desk.

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Join the Garfield Ridge Branch for a discussion of Absolution by Alice McDermott

\"Tricia is a shy newlywed, married to a rising attorney on loan to navy intelligence. Charlene is a practiced corporate spouse and mother of three, a beauty and a bully. In Saigon in 1963, the two women form a wary alliance as they balance the era's mandate to be \"helpmeets\" to their ambitious husbands with their own, inchoate impulse to \"do good\" for the people of Vietnam. Sixty years later, Charlene's daughter, spurred by an encounter with an aging Vietnam vet, reaches out to Tricia. Together, they look back at their time in Saigon, taking wry account of that pivotal year and of Charlene's altruistic machinations, and discovering as they do how their own lives as women on the periphery, of politics, of history, of war, of their husbands' convictions, have been shaped and burdened by the same sort of unintended consequences that followed America's tragic interference in Southeast Asia.\"

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

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For ages 10 to 19.

Accessibility

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Book a 1-on-1 appointment, or just drop by the desk on the 2nd floor with any tech-related questions.

For computer assistance, please call or stop by the branch.

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Join local TreeKeepers to talk about the benefits of trees and learn why and how to talk to elected officials about the importance of trees in our city and world.

Openlands TreeKeepers are a group of volunteer urban forest stewards that advocate for the overall health and care of trees in the Chicago Region. The Urban Forestry Programming at Sulzer Library is proudly supported and funded by Openlands.

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Getting back into your creative rhythm or expanding your creative community, the silent scribe society would love to have you!

Accessibility
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Join our story time, especially for our littlest patrons. We share songs, rhymes and books, then stay to play afterward.

For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

Please note: Family Story Time cannot accommodate daycares or class groups. Please email if you would like to schedule a group field trip to the library.

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If you are a new knitter (that is, have never knitted before) or are just learning but know a little: Please come with a pair of 10\" long knitting needles in size 8 (5mm) or size 9 (5.5mm).

Photo by Margarida Afonso on Unsplash

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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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The Austin Branch Community Closet offers free, gently used clothing to anyone in need. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a rotating selection that is restocked regularly.

This initiative is part of our commitment to supporting the immediate needs of our community while creating a welcoming and accessible library space for all. No registration is required, and participants are welcome to take what they need.

Visitors are also encouraged to explore library resources, sign up for a library card, and learn more about programs and services available at the Austin Branch.

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Stop by anytime the branch is open to visit the Dunning Seed Library for seeds to use at home in your garden. We have plenty of vegetables, fruits, flowers, native plants and herb seeds available. Stop by any time! Limit 3 packs per household.

For all ages 10 and up.

Accessibility

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