ESL Practice: English Conversation Group

Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Then join Literacy Chicago instructors for 90 minutes of English conversation on current events, life in Chicago and many other topics. Learn to be more confident in…

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…

Bingo Fridays

Head into the weekend with a round of bingo at the library! One Friday a month, we’ll bust out the bingo balls and give away some small prizes to our winners!   Adults 18 and up only.  AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other…

Community Yoga with Collective Yoga Co-Op

Join us for Community Yoga at the Chicago Public Library Austin Branch on third Saturdays at 10 am, led by Co-op instructors. This class is all-levels. Nikki relies on her 12 years of personal Yoga practice and training to sequence…

Tuesday Night Bridge Club

If you enjoy playing Hearts or Spades, give Bridge a try! All levels are welcome. Accessibility Need 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…

Knit and Crochet Circle

Join us for some crafting! Bring your own project, or work on a group project with us. If you’re new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?…

Get Your Blood Pressure Checked for Free with CDPH

The Chicago Department of Public Health will be at the library for free blood pressure screenings. No registration required. Just drop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month between 12:30-3:00 p.m. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for…

Summer Activities / Actividades de verano

Join us for games, crafts or other activities.  For ages 6 to 13. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Únase a nosotros para juegos, artesanias u otras actividades.  Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Los…

Watercolor Postcards

Patrons will design and paint a watercolor postcard inspired by their Chicago!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 least 14 business…

Wellness Wednesday

Let’s focus on our health! Join us in the teen space as we explore some options to relieve stress and anxiety, including coloring, fidget toys, sensory bottles, and more. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call…

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