Local History Zine Making Workshop with CPL Archives and Special Collections
Join Library of Congress Innovator in Residence, Vivian Li, and CPL archives staff for an exciting zine-making workshop. Learn how you can research your neighborhood by using the special collections at the Chicago Public Library and transform your findings into a…
Read to a Therapy Dog
Stop by Manning and read to Izzy, a certified therapy dog! Dogs don’t mind if you make any mistakes; they just love spending time with you. Reading to a dog can help build a reader’s confidence and encourage reluctant readers.…
Apna Ghar: Our Home
A staff member from Apna Ghar (“Our Home”) will be available with domestic violence awareness resources. AccessibilityNeed 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…
Teen DIY
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Come make a craft, play a game, enjoy some snacks, watch a movie, or listen to music. For teens 13 to 19. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
Tween Tuesday: Pokémon Terrariums
Join us for a bimonthly craft just for tweens! This time, we will be making terrariums featuring some of your favorite Pokémon! Materials and snacks are provided. Space is limited. For tweens 10 to 14. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Adult Book Discussion + Documentary Screening: The Lathe Of Heaven
Join us for a discussion of the acclaimed book, The Lathe of Heaven, by renowned sci-fi author Ursula K. Le Guin! In addition, we will be watching an hour-long documentary about the author shortly after the discussion. In a future world racked by violence…
Community Repair with Bevel & Kerf Woodworking
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! Peruse the library while you wait, leave it with us and come back, or…
Reading Came First Book Club
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…
Hand Sewing with the Waste Shed!
Come to YOUmedia for an instruction hand sewing session! Learn the basics, create something cool, and enjoy the class! For ages 12 to 19.How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using…
That Music Club: Chicago Music Celebration
Join us for a special That Music Club. Come and share some of your favorite Chicago music and let’s talk about it! Discover new Chicago music and artists as well as old favorites. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…