Kid-friendly events, parks & more.
Calling all Pokémon trainers! Stop by the children's area to make and take home your own poke ball sun catcher using tissue paper and sticky contact paper. All materials provided. For kids 3 and up. How to Attend Online registration is optional. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal...
Steve Musgrave provides various drawing materials including paper, pencils, colored pencils, and pastels and encourages participants to think of their favorite things to do in Chicago or what they love about their neighborhood. After a brief introduction to the materials, Steve will work with the...
The Laikeshore Performance Camp is led by Marissa Lichwick, a skilled filmmaker, actor and experienced teaching artist committed to the art of storytelling and nurturing young talent. This weekly performance camp serves as both a workshop and a rehearsal for a midsummer’s night dream. For kids 6...
Unleash your creativity with LEGO! Whether you love building towering castles, speedy race cars or imaginative worlds, this is your chance to make your ideas come to life with our collection of colorful bricks. We have plenty of space for free building, maybe a fun challenge or two and...
Video games? Board games? We have it all! Come hang out and game with your friends. For teens 13 to 19. 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.
This workshop highlights the accomplishments of Black Chicago sculptors with a spotlight on Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Hunt, a world-renowned sculptor and printmaker born in Chicago’s Woodlawn community and raised in Englewood, became one of the leading 20th century American artists. During...
Drop in for tabletop and video gaming any time between 3-5pm. Come solo or bring a friend, bring your own game or use one of ours! For teens 13 to 18. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
This workshop highlights the accomplishments of Black Chicago sculptors with a spotlight on Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Hunt, a world-renowned sculptor and printmaker born in Chicago’s Woodlawn community and raised in Englewood, became one of the leading 20th century American artists....
Come to Dunning for an adult grab and go kit with examples of how to write a cover letter and resume, tips on how to find resume/job/interview books in the library and a flyer for printing your resume. Folders are near the circulation desk and next to our job opportunities binder. Accessibility...
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. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
We provide the LEGO® bricks and you provide the imagination. All creations are displayed with a juice box reception of the art to follow. For ages 5 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Join us for stories & songs on the Balcón (2nd floor) at Union Market's La Cosecha. The event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Calling all Chicago Foodies! Join us to make an iconic embossed art print of your favorite Chicago food. Hot dogs, pizza, tacos, you name it. No embossing experience required. For teens in high school. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?.
Wait, what’s a zine? Zines are many things, but at their simplest they're books made of paper and staples! Upcycle old comics & magazines into a creation to share with other zinesters at our art expo, New Expressions . For teens in grades 7 - 12. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or...
Join Miss Taylor and celebrate all the dads, papás, babas, abuelos, appas and more at this fun family story time! Stay afterward for a craft best made together. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?...
Steve Musgrave provides various drawing materials including paper, pencils, colored pencils, and pastels and encourages participants to think of their favorite things to do in Chicago or what they love about their neighborhood. After a brief introduction to the materials, Steve will work with the...
Steve Musgrave provides various drawing materials including paper, pencils, colored pencils, and pastels and encourages participants to think of their favorite things to do in Chicago or what they love about their neighborhood. After a brief introduction to the materials, Steve will work with the...
Join us for a three-week workshop to learn the basics of sewing! Learn your way around a sewing machine, make a tote bag, and learn basic tailoring to mend and alter clothes at home. Week 1 (5/14): Sewing machine basics and practice sewing Week 2 (5/21): Fabric basics and making a tote bag Week 3...
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