Speak Up for Trees!
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…
Teen Club
Whether gaming, learning new tech or just vibing, we’ve got you covered! Join us to try some of these activities: 3D PrinterSilhouette Vinyl CutterNintendo SwitchDSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio LightsLaptops and HeadphonesButton MakerEmbroidery and Jewelry KitAir-Dry Clay, Acrylic Paints,…
Stars on Strings with Dave Herzog’s Marionettes
Stars on Strings is a family-friendly musical marionette variety show which features marionettes handcrafted by Chicago-based marionette master Dave Herzog. Our wooden stars on strings perform an amazing array of acts including skating, tightrope walking, magical transformations, trapeze skills and…
YOUmedia Photo Studio
Bring your friends for a photo shoot in Youmedia! Snap and print your portrait with an instant camera. Decorate your photo with stickers and a colorful frame. All materials will be provided while supplies last.For teens in high school. Accessibility…
The Living Declaration
CPL partners with Library of America and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to commemorate America’s 250th Anniversary with The Living Declaration, a discussion and celebration of the Declaration of Independence. The event will celebrate the release of the new book,…
Form and Flow Air Dry Clay Craft
Unplug, create, and bring your imagination to life with air clay art. From pastel trinkets to custom sculptures, every piece is uniquely yours. All materials are provided. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call…
Stitch Your Stash
Do you have a secret yarn stash? So do we! Join Legler Regional Library staff as we craft our way through our own stash. Fiber artists of all abilities are welcome to meet and work on projects — bring your…
Let’s Make Ice Cream
In this fun science experiment, teens and tweens will learn how to make their own delicious ice cream from household ingredients. This program will be led by Merlo’s Afterschool Matters Interns! Please bring winter gloves or oven mitts for handling cold…
Summer Meals for Kids and Teens
Healthy, nutritious summer meals are available to all children 18 and younger, while supplies last, Monday through Friday, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m, at the library. The Summer Meals program is sponsored by the Greater Chicago Food Depository.For kids and teens.Accessibility Need sign language interpretation…
Open Play Time
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. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call…