Mosaic Coasters
Design your own coaster or artwork using mosaic tiles. You can gather inspiration from nature, architecture, or art, just bring your creativity. All supplies will be provided. No experience necessary!AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please…
Game On: Tabletop Gaming for Adults
Adults can socialize while learning a new game or playing a favorite. Bring your own game or play one from the library’s collection. For ages 18 and up. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…
Open Shop
Drop in during Open Shop to: Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse an electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity. Would you rather…
Artful Afternoon
Drop in to get creative with summer-themed crafts. For kids 3 and up and their families. 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…
Crafternoon
Spend the afternoon being creative! Join us to make fun and easy craft projects together. For families with kids 5 and up. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org…
Crafternoon: Museum of You Book Nook / Tarde de Manualidades: Museo de Ti Book Nook
Join us and build a mini museum exhibition that is all about you to decorate your bookshelf! Paint 3 marvelous canvases, use clay to make a sculpture, or use other fun items to decorate a space that shows what you are…
Retro Game Day: Tabletop Game Play
Rediscover the joy and leisure of old-school board games. Various board games, including Mahjong, Rummikub,and card games like UNO will be provided. Or bring your own game and teach others how to play! AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…
DIY: Make your own slime
Join Ms. Carlynn as we create a one-of-kind slime. Supplies are provided. For kids 6 to 13.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…
Saturday Story Time
Join our story time for the whole family! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. For kids 2 to 8 and their caregivers.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)…
Chicago Music Listening Session: Jazz
Come out and celebrate Chicago music each week this summer as we celebrate the city in all it’s glory. This week we’ll be listening to Jazz. Teen patrons ages 13-19 are invited to bring their sketchbook, games, or just themselves…