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Butterfly Paint Party – Where Art Takes Flight! 🦋 Sunday, August 2nd, 9am -11am An unforgettable, hands-on experience that’s bursting with color, creativity, and a little bit of magic! Get ready to be enchanted at our Butterfly Paint Party —a live interactive adventure that blends the beauty of natu
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.
Have you heard of our branch’s Not-So-Secret Garden? Our community works hard to keep it looking beautiful. So why not capture that beauty in a photo, sketch, or with pastels? Various cameras and art supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity and love for nature. This activity is weather.
Join Miss Rebecca on Wednesday mornings for story time tailored for you and your terrific toddler! The program includes songs, rhymes and books, plus literacy tips you can practice at home. Participants are encouraged to bring their own stuffed animal or doll for "The Elevator Song." For children 1.
Join us for a special dance-inspired story time presented by Tutu School Ballet. The program includes an introduction to ballet and dance, a read-aloud from Tutu School's monthly book club selection, dance participation and more! Tutu School is a collection of whimsical, boutique ballet...
Grab your sunglasses and have some fun in the sun as we take story time to the beach! For ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver. Weather permitting. How to Attend This event takes place outdoors. Please bring sunblock and a beach towel. We're meeting at the Blue Jay Café at Loyola Beach. Accessibility Need..
Celebrate Chicago with Librarian Megan this summer in a new family story time and walking tour, where the journey is the destination! Read, sing and explore your neighborhood through this interactive family walking tour designed for children and caregivers. We will start and end at Humboldt Park...
Have fun and build literacy at the same time with stories, songs, rhymes and a craft! For kids 18 months to 5. How to Attend Register by 10:30 a.m. the day before the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email...
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?.
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.
Join us for quiet reading by our river rug. Get help choosing the perfect book, find a comfortable spot, and spend a bit of time reading with friends. For kids of all ages. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184...
Get ready to unleash your creativity with the magical art of origami! If you’ve ever wanted to fold up a cute animal, a mighty dinosaur, beautiful blooms or decorative boxes, this is your chance to dive in. Whether you're an adult or a child (7+), this fun and fascinating activity lets you...
Join the Manning Branch for a special story time with people from the Baobab Tree Children’s House. Instructors from the school will have children interacting with materials and shed light on Montessori education. For ages 0 to 7. How to Attend Register by 10:30 a.m. the day before the event....
Bring your family and join us monthly in decorating the sidewalks in back of the building with chalk to spread some summer fun! We will need chalk, and I plan on making chalk paint out of cornstarch, food coloring/mica power, and water. This will be located behind the library on the river side...
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?...
Join us in the library garden for a delightful summer story time filled with sunshine, fresh air and engaging tales for young listeners. Children and caregivers can enjoy stories, music and simple movement while surrounded by nature. Bring a blanket, soak up the season and celebrate the joy of...
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