Kid-friendly events, parks & more.
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...
Come join us every second Monday this summer to go outside for a short walk in your neighborhood, while listening to some cool and fun YA audiobooks. Take this opportunity to explore the beauty in our community. We will walk and explore from 2 - 2:30 p.m. and then return to the branch to have a...
Story time featuring stories, nursery rhymes, puppets and songs. Includes open play time with blocks, puzzles, puppets and other educational toys. For children 18 months to 5. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
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...
Start your day with stories, songs and fun for the whole family! For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 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...
Start your day with stories, songs and fun for the whole family! For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 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...
Get creative with us every Wednesday afternoon! Each week we offer a different craft for the whole family to enjoy. Drop in to the children's area to see what we are making! All materials provided. For ages 0 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance...
Create a miniature version of the classic red Chicago Theatre sign, including the lights! Use mini LED lights and learn about circuits to complete your artwork. All materials provided. For tweens and teens, 10 to 19. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot...
Come join us at Chicago Lawn for a fun glow in the dark paint by numbers craft. Light snack will be provided All materials will be provided. Age 10 and up Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Story time featuring stories, nursery rhymes, puppets and songs. Includes open play time with blocks, puzzles, puppets and other educational toys. For children 18 months to 5. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Start your day at the library with this active story time geared towards toddlers! We sing songs, read stories and do fun activities to build early literacy skills! For kids 18 months to 3 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for...
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