
Free Events & Activities in Baraboo, IL
Free things to do in Baraboo, IL — festivals, library events, park activities, and community happenings. No cost, all fun.
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Messy Art: Wrapping & Weaving
Taking inspiration from prolific sculptor Judith Scott, replicate her signature technique of wrapping everyday items with yarn and other fibers to create bundled sculptures of our own. We provide all the supplies. The room will have all the lights on and a project sample for inspiration. For...

Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs
MLB: Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field

Baby Wants Candy, the Completely Improvised Full-Band Musical!
SPECIAL V-DAY BWC SHOWS Feb 14 & 21 only! Regular BWC shows resume Feb 28! World-famous Baby Wants Candy (“Don’t miss!” TimeOut Chicago ,“Truly amazing! Critics’ Pick”-New York Times,, ★★★★...


Genre Book Club for Adults
Join Clearing Branch for our Genre Book Club. Read a book from the selected genre each month, then talk about what you read in our monthly Zoom discussions. How To Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive two emails close to the event -...

Tactile Art Night
On select Mondays, de-stress and exercise your creative side by experimenting with tactile art supplies. We’ll provide materials such as finger paint, polymer clay and scratch art. We’ll also play soothing music to help you recharge for the rest of your week. For teens in grades 7 through 12....

FC Cincinnati at Chicago Fire FC
MLS: FC Cincinnati at Chicago Fire FC at Soldier Field

Family Game Day
Get together as a family to play cards, board games and more! For kids 3 and up. 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 least 14...

The Second City’s Improv Supernova: e.t.c. 50th Revue
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...

Adult Make and Take Craft
Each month on the 2nd Monday between 10am and 7pm while supplies last we will have a different adult craft for you to make and take. This month's craft is pressed flower dish. You can take the stairs or use the elevator to head upstairs to the desk to get the craft supplies and instructions.

Take And Make: Storm Trooper Masks
Pick up this Take and Make at the Teen Loft while supplies last.

Parachute Play
Join us for half an hour of songs, stories and parachute movement! 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 access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests...

Kids Craft Club
For ages 6-12 Make some simple crafts and be social with other creative people! Each session we will make something new and have fun things to talk about!

Sensory Friendly Film Screening: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (2025)
Join us for a sensory friendly screening of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants Hoping to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, SpongeBob follows a mysterious, swashbuckling ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the ocean....

Adult Craft: Book Bedazzling
Join us to add a bit of sparkle to your favorite book cover with rhinestones, tacky glue, and a bit of dexterity and focus! Bring your own book, or choose from a small selection of supplied books. Covers with a couple big, bold elements work best for this craft. *** Patrons registered for the...

Peace by Piece: A Fiber Art "Commuknity"
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...

Throwback Craft Night
Have a totally radical time enjoying all your favorite crafts from the 80s and 90s. From friendship bracelets to Spirograph masterpieces, you can relax in the nostalgia of your childhood while enjoying a juice box and some snack cakes. Adults only.

Dot Art Inspired by Artist Yayoi Kusama
Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a fun craft! We're making dot art inspired by artist Yayoi Kusama. For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...

Craft Night: Flower Petal Dress Art
Join us to make flower petal dress art on canvas! Register.

Community Closet at Austin
The Austin Branch Community Closet offers free, gently used clothing to anyone in need. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a rotating selection that is restocked regularly. This initiative is part of our commitment to supporting the immediate needs of our community while..

Seed Shakers Craft
Want an easy way to embrace nature and encourage biodiversity? Seed Shakers are the perfect way to do it! Taking salt and pepper shakers and a variety of seeds, you can make your own easy way to spread native wildlife to your lawn. All ages are welcome.

Introduction to Sewing (Teens & Young Adults)
Interested in learning how to sew? Join us for Introduction to Sewing , a hands-on workshop designed for teens and young adults who want to learn the basics in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment. Participants will learn how to safely use a sewing machine, practice basic stitches and simple..

Family Fun Story Hour
To celebrate Mother's Day, join us for a special evening storytime and a craft! Stories are chosen for ages 2-6.

Mental Health Matters
In collaboration with Barrington Rotary Keynote Conversation: 2 PM Discussion with Tom Farley, author of The Chris Farley Show and founder of The Chris Farley Foundation; Teri Latter, NAMI Illinois Strategist; and Mandy Burbank, licensed clinical social worker. Submit a topic or question for...

Coffee and Crafts
Take some time to explore your creative side with a variety of art supplies, a featured craft, or bring a work in progress. Not feeling crafty? No worries, coloring pages and playing cards will also be available. Come for coffee or tea and stay for fun and conversation!

Tales for Twos and Threes
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...

Teen Game Night
Come join us for our Teen Game Night. Come hang out with your pals and play on some of our various gaming platforms like the Nintendo Switch and the Xbox 360. Video games not your thing, then you can choose to play some of our many board and card games. For teens ages 13 to 19. Accessibility Need...

Sunday Play Group
Drop-in and play with other little ones. Children and their caregivers can build, create art and interact with other children. For children 0 to 7 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or...

My Constellation Projector Teen Volunteers
Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics.

No-Sew Embroidery Hoop Craft
Using Canva, set up a photo for sublimation of your loved one for sublimation and attach a colorful floral ribbon. Participants will need to bring a digital photo file.

Woodson Regional's Seed Library
We're offering a variety of FREE seed packets to our patrons and visitors (3 packets per household/per visit). The selection is constantly growing and changing as we continue to receive donations (thanks to our many sponsors!). We plan to offer the seed library year-round for your seasonal planting.

Teen Craft Tuesdays
Drop in after school and join us for Teen Craft Tuesdays! Every week, we'll do a different craft on Tuesdays after school. Come in and relax, get creative, and make something to take home! All materials will be provided. For teens and tweens ages 11 to 18. Accessibility Need sign language...