Music and Stories with The Music Playhouse of Chicago

The Music Playhouse of Chicago is excited to offer this special program in honor of Disability Pride Month. Their music programs are not only fun but educational and developmentally beneficial as well. The curriculum is research-based in child psychology and child…

Simple Stitches Crochet Club: Study Hall

Join us for our very popular Austin-Irving Simple Stitches Crochet Club: Study Hall. During this self-guided study hall, you’ll continue working on your own projects and chat with other crafters. Knitters are also welcome!Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility…

ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

¿Quiere aprender inglés? ¿Quiere practicar hablar y comprender inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación con Literacy Chicago y mejore su capacidad de comunicarse. Debe registrarse en línea en el sitio web de inscripción de…

Preschool Story Time and Play Group

Join us for stories, songs and play activities. For children 3 to 5 and their caregivers. 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 at…

Walk and Listen Book Club

Come join us every second Monday this summer to go outside for a short walk in your neighborhood, while listening to some cool and fun YA audiobooks. Take this opportunity to explore the beauty in our community.  We will walk and…

Film Screening: Hoppers (2026)

Join us for a screening of Hoppers (2026) Animal lover Mabel uses clever new technology designed to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined. ©…

Mammals and More with Flying Fox Conservation Fund

We bring the zoo to you! Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world. There is something for everyone. In this interactive presentation, kids of all ages will get a chance to meet a selection of…

Sulzer Maker Lab: Open Shop

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. Accessibility Need sign…

Knit and Crochet Circle

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. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?…

CAPS Meeting: Beat 1611

Get involved in your community and attend Beat 1611’s CAPS meeting at the Roden Library. Beat community meetings allow residents, other community stakeholders and police to discuss chronic problems on the beat and to engage in problem solving using the CAPS process.…

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