The Artist’s Studio at the Library
Join our teen interns and create an abstract drawing inspired by the art of Richard Hunt. This self-guided open studio program is sponsored by the Art Institute of Chicago. For families with kids 3 and up. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation…
Freeform Friday
Join Kelly’s YOUmedia for some fun events. Every Friday there will be a different event to participate in; whether it’s gaming or crafting or even watching a movie. The First Friday of every month will be Game Day, whether it’s…
Grab and Go Kit for Adults: Chicago Puzzles & Trivia Kits
Enjoy a night of fun facts, brain teasers, and Windy City pride. Stop by the branch and pick up a take-home activity kit for Chicago Lovers! Available while supplies last. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please…
ESL Practice: English Conversation Group
¿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. Este grupo de conversación es para personas que ya saben algo de inglés y…
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…
Story and Play Time
Join our story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books. Half an hour of story time is followed by half an hour of play. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation…
Young at Heart: Afternoon Party Games
Welcome senior adults! Join us for a series of in-person events full of fun and relaxation. Come make new friends and reunite with old acquaintances, as we play some rounds of classic party games. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility…
3D Print a Skyscraper
The first skyscraper was built in Chicago in 1885! Explore Chicago’s history of tall buildings through 3D printing. You can create your own design in Tinkercad or find an already created design online. Participants will have their designs printed for…
Skateboarding for Teens
Refresh your summer with Stevie “Dread” Snyder and Timothy Johnson. OG Stevie has a lifetime of skateboarding experience and now teaches skateboarding to Chicago youth. Stevie has skated for Alva Skates and worked with Nike on their Classic Blazer Shoe…
Lunch and Chill
Join us for lunch and some entertainment: games, a movie or hands-on activities. Lunches are provided by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, while supplies last.DAYCARES: Unless we have 2 weeks’ notice of your arrival we will not have enough food to serve…