Dungeons & Dragons: An Introduction

Kids who are interested in playing tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) are invited to join us. We run entry-level campaigns that are easy to join with any level of Dungeons & Dragons knowledge. This session is with Dungeon Master Zacchaeus! For…

Knit Together

Join experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri for a beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group. Bring your own projects or challenge yourself to start something new. Materials will be provided by the library. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this…

Lake View Explorer’s Club: Tree Walk

Let’s learn about and explore our neighborhood of Lake View! This week, we’ll walk around our block and learn about some of the trees we see on our streets. This is an outdoor program; please dress accordingly. This program may be postponed…

Sun‑Printed Portraits

Create beautiful blue‑and‑white cyanotype prints using your own family photographs or selections from the library’s archives. Participants are invited to send a photo ahead of time so staff can prepare a transparent negative for printing. During the workshop, you’ll learn…

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.…

Basic Computer Skills Help

Interested in learning more about how to use the computer or need a refresher? We are now offering one-on-one basic computer skills development through the online resource Chicago Digital Learn. If you prefer to use your own laptop, feel free…

Drafting Empowerment with Amelia-Marie

Join us for body positive fashion design! Through multi-media collage, create visuals of items that express how you want to present yourself in the world.All participants are invited to bring or wear an item that makes them feel good in…

Miss Make-Believe’s Magic Picnic

Step into Miss Make-Believe’s wonderfully unique world of magic, storytelling and lots of laughter! Experience a magical picnic where we explore themes of kindness, creativity, nature and community. Fun for all ages. For kids 0 to 13. How to AttendRegister…

Zumba Go Chair Fitness

Join licensed instructor, Dena Taylor, for Chair Zumba – a modified Zumba workout using a chair. Move your body to the rhythm of the beat while sitting down! You will also learn a line dance or two. Standing is optional. Please…

Teen Craft Day

Join us at the library for a fun and creative Teen Craft Day with Kayla Andrews! Teens will make friendship bracelets, design unique crafts and explore their artistic side in a relaxed and welcoming space. Enjoy music, snacks and time…

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