The Silent Scribe Society: Writing Program
Whether you’re journaling, starting a screenplay, crafting an article for work, or putting the finishing touches on your novel, we provide a quiet place to get some work done amongst peers! The strength of the Silent Scribe Society is in…
Pritzker Park Pop-Up
Join CPL staff for a pop-up in the park! Register for a library card, take home a craft, and get information about upcoming library programs. This program may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.Accessibility Need sign language interpretation…
Novel Needles: Knit, Crochet and Stitchery Group
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…
Chicago Explorers
We’re working on different types of activities from crafts to STEAM projects while we listen to music and have lively conversations with other families in the community. For kids 3 and up with an adult. Trabajamos en diferentes tipos de…
Computer Literacy Class
Want to learn how to use the computer? Thurgood Marshall Branch is offering basic computer classes to teach you how to use the mouse, keyboard, and learn how to create and edit documents. You can also learn how to do…
Mending Skills: Patches
Have a garment you’ve been meaning to patch? Want to build your mending skills? Bring in your worn or torn item(s), or just come to learn and practice. Tools and some materials provided. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Rock Painting
Unleash your inner artist and transform ordinary rocks into colorful masterpieces! Paint a landscape, a phrase or a word. The choice is yours. We’ll provide river rocks and acrylic paint to unleash your creativity. We’ll provide the river rocks and acrylic paint…
Family Story Time
Join us for songs, stories and other fun literacy activities! For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Due to our limited space, preschools and large groups are asked to register in advance. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance…
Air Dry Clay
Lets make things with clay! We will provide supplies. For teens 10 to 18. 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…
Itty Bitty Story Time
Join us for a story time full of stories, rhymes and songs for our littlest patrons. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email…