Young Parents Support Group
Are you a teen parent or expecting a baby? You don’t have to figure everything out alone. This group is a space to talk about real life experiences like parenting, school, work, money, and just being young while raising a…
Crafting Corner
Do you want to make more crafts in 2026? Join us every Wednesday (or Sunday) where we make a new craft or continue a previous craft! ¿Quieres hacer más manualidades en 2026? ¡Únete a nosotros cada Miércoles (o Domingo) para…
Itty-Bitty Family Story Time
Join Ms. Beronica for some fun as we share songs, rhymes and stories! For families with children 0 to 7. How to AttendPlease register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0…
Bird-Day Party
Join us to celebrate the pigeon’s new book It’s My Bird-day! We’ll have bird-day themed games, crafts and treats. For kids 2 and up and their families.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or…
Reading, Set, Go
Practice reading out loud with our summer interns. It’s a great way to earn your reading time for the summer reading program while hanging out with our cool teens. Bring your own book or grab one of ours. For ages…
STEAM Day with First Star Force
STEAM Day is a fun, story-powered introduction to science, technology, engineering, art and math for young learners. Each session starts with an engaging read aloud picture book, followed by a hands-on activity inspired directly by the story like building an…
Preschool Story Time
There’s nothing better than a good story and a bit of interactive fun in the morning for you and your children! Enjoy singing, movement and crafts to accompany a theme. For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver. AccessibilityNeed sign language…
Film Screening: Zootopia (2016)
Join us for a family screening of Zootopia.In this clever and hilarious animated adventure set in a city inhabited by anthropomorphic animals, an uptight rabbit police officer is forced to work with a charismatic fox con artist to get to…
Improv for Adults with Second City
Second City’s Improv drop-in classes are the perfect introduction to exploring your creativity through laughter and play. No prior experience is necessary for these fun and relaxed improv workshops. Meet new people, learn games & exercises and share 90-minutes of…
DIY Bag Charms for Teens
Design and create your own unique bag charm using colorful beads, fabric, and other fun materials. Personalize your accessory and learn simple crafting techniques while making a one-of-a-kind charm to decorate your backpack, purse or keychain. No experience required.For teens…