Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Atwood, IL. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.
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Do you know how to crochet, or do you want to learn how to crochet? Participants will learn stiches, patterns, new tips, and new tricks. New projects will be started and bring your current work in progress projects. Crochet hooks and start-up yarn will be provided and please bring your own material.
Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting and other hand stitching. Bring your own...
Try your hand at abstract art with scrape painting! No experience is needed to create a vibrant, one-of-a-kind artwork. All materials provided. For ages 13-19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or...
The Second City’s Improv Supernova blasts open e.t.c.’s 50th Revue with the art form that started it all. No two performances are ever the same – every night is different, delightfully chaotic, and...
Join us in a special collaboration between Chicago Public Library and the Senior Services Division of the Department of Family and Support Services. This month we will be discussing The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave. How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24...
Join us for "poet-tea!" Drink tea and write poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month . Make a "found poem" collage out of cut-out words or free write, then share what you wrote in an open mic-style "poetry slam." Or select a poem to read from our collection by a famous poet such as...
Join the Humboldt Park Branch as we explore the world of cookbooks! Each month we will read, cook, eat, and discuss from a different book from CPL's collection. This month's pick is Delicious Tonight by Nagi Maehashi! Please prepare one recipe from this month's cookbook to...
Use our taste-safe solution of milk and food coloring to make art and explore bubble sensory bins. Dress for a mess. We will be outside if weather permits. Ages 0-5. Register.
Level up your sales with this Business 101 course which will teach you the basics necessary to prepare for the 2026 Local Teen Craft & Author Fair which will take place on Sunday, September 20th. We will cover a range of topics such as details specific to our fair, practical skills for sales, and...
April is National Poetry Month! Let's celebrate by making your own magnetic poetry. For grades 6-12. Registration required.
Join us for an afternoon of creativity! Each week we'll make a craft, enjoy some snacks and listen to music. For tweens and teens in grades 6 through 12. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...
Those planning to attend are asked to prepare a recipe from the month's chosen cookbook and to bring that dish to the club's meeting to share. As we share and sample these culinary creations, we'll discuss food and cooking. Copies of the cookbook will be available to check out from the front desk...
Come to Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday afternoon of each month for our Knit and Crochet Circle! Whether you are just starting to learn or have valuable tips and experience to share, all skill levels are welcome to attend. Just bring needles and yarn! Accessibility Need.
Is your house overwhelmed with yarn or fabric? Do you have too many craft supplies? Share them with the community and drop them off for our Kindness Day Craft Swap! Items can be dropped off in the meeting room from 10:00 to 3:00. Anyone who donates supplies will gain entry into Saturday's...
Show off your arts and craft skills and enjoy a simple craft after Preschool Storytime. This craft will be appropriate for kids of all ages and can be done together as a family.
Listen to music, play board games, do puzzles or enjoy the weekly craft. For teens and families with children. Mientras escuchan música y mantienen conversaciones animadas, las familias pueden jugar con nuestros juegos de mesa, rompecabezas y crear pequeñas manualidades. Para adolescentes y...
Come help us create a custom Minecraft world at the library! Build towering castles, craft intricate Redstone contraptions that defy logic, and explore landscapes teeming with hidden treasures and perilous challenges. Ages 10-18 years old. Registration required.
Come hang out and turn flat sheets of paper into awesome 3D characters from your favorite video games and movies. From folding to finishing, you’ll learn the tricks to build a whole collection of cool paper toys to take home. For ages 10 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or...
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft and open play. For children 18 months to 5 with a caregiver. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Join Craft Master Allie to make your own sparkly beaded houseplant like the TikTok trend! Both sessions will make the same project. Register.
Stamp, press, and paint! Kids will make vibrant flower art using plastic bags and lots of imagination.
Attention crafters, makers, dreamers and fidgeters! In our learn-together craft club, we provide the supplies and work together with library staff to learn a new craft skill. For kids 8 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?...
Join us for Lincoln Belmont's thin* book discussion of Picket Line : the Lost Novella by Elmore Leonard. "Chino de la Cruz and Paco Rojas seem well-mannered, at least for Chicanos, to the white cops that pull them over for littering on the long drive from California to Trinity, Texas. So...
Looking for something to do after school? Stop by for an hour of fun games, activities or crafts. For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Participants will learn basic electronics with art bots to create colorful drawings and designs on paper. For kids 8 to 13. How to Attend Register by 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 21. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address..