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Family Field Trip to the Art Institute of Chicago

In 2 weeks · Mon, Jul 13, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Lozano Branch · 1805 S. Loomis Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 5+

Join us on a field trip to the Art Institute. Families can explore the museum and make art in the Ryan Learning Center. Admission to the museum and the bus trip from the library are both provided at no cost. For families with kids 5 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other...

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Knit and Crochet Circle

Thu, Dec 31, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Little Italy Branch · 1336 W. Taylor Street, Chicago, IL

Join us for some crafting! Bring your own project, or work on a group project with us. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email...

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Chicago Explorers

In 4 weeks · Mon, Jul 27, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Little Italy Branch · 1336 W. Taylor Street, Chicago, IL

Drop in and see what this week’s theme will be for our Summer at CPL! Each week we’ll have related books from our collection, trivia and an activity in the Children's Area. For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please...

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Adult Book Club: Tom Lake

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · McKinley Park Branch · 1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Adult Book Club: The Book Club for Troublesome Women

Wed, Sep 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · McKinley Park · 1915 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Adult Book Club: Coast Road

In 3 weeks · Wed, Jul 22, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · McKinley Park · 1915 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Adult Book Club: The Book Club for Troublesome Women

Wed, Sep 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · McKinley Park Branch · 1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Adult Book Club: Coast Road

In 3 weeks · Wed, Jul 22, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · McKinley Park Branch · 1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Adult Book Club: Tom Lake

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · McKinley Park · 1915 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. 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 business days...

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Pajama Story Time

Tue, Jul 28, 10:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport Branch · 3400 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL

Wear something comfortable, grab a stuffed animal to cuddle and join us for Pajama Story Time! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for...

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Family Field Trip to the Art Institute of Chicago

In 3 weeks · Sat, Jul 18, 2:45 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport Branch · 3400 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL

Join our family field trip to the Art Institute of Chicago! Richard J. Daley Branch and McKinley Park Branch groups will be traveling together to the museum. Families will have full access to all Family Day: Big Feelings activities happening in the Ryan Learning Center during your visit. Families...

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Neighborhood Walking Tour Story Time

Sun, Aug 2, 6:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · 2100 S. Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, IL

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 Chinatown...

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YOUmedia Crafternoon: Mosaic Coasters

In 3 days · Wed, Jul 1, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · 2100 S. Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, IL

Join Chinatown YOUmedia and design your own coaster using mosaic tiles! You can gather inspiration from nature, architecture, or art, just bring your creativity. No experience necessary! All materials will be provided. Supplies are available while they last. For teens in high school. Accessibility..

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Craft: Chinatown Community Mural

Tomorrow · Mon, Jun 29, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Chinatown Branch · 2100 S. Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, IL · Ages 2+

Join us to create a mural inspired by Willem de Kooning's abstract art, in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago . The theme will be centered around community and what Chinatown means to you. The mural will be displayed in the library windows. All materials will be provided. For adults,...

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Story Time in the Garden

In 1 week · Sun, Jul 5, 6:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Douglass Branch · 3353 W. 13th Street, Chicago, IL

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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Family Chalk Art

In 4 days · Fri, Jul 3, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · The Library · 190 South LaSalle St., Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

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...

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1776 Book Club Discussion and Tea

Sat, Sep 12, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · The Library · 190 South LaSalle St., Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

Join us as we step into a master storyteller’s character-driven account of a storied year in the American Revolution with a conversation about 1776 by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner David McCullough. Tea will be provided by Wired Cafe; you can drink it or throw it into the Rock River if you...

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Film Screening: Above and Beyond (2006)

In 4 weeks · Mon, Jul 27, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Harold Washington Library Center Branch · 400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL

Join us for a special screening of Above and Beyond , presented in partnership with the National Veterans Art Museum and followed by a conversation with the film’s producer, Debora Masterson. On October 12, 1967, during Operation Medina in the Hai Lang National Forest, Cpl. William T. Perkins Jr.,..

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Adult Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures | Club de Libros de Adultos: Criaturas Luminosas

In 4 weeks · Thu, Jul 23, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Back of the Yards Branch · 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join the Adult Book Club to discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt While not as cuddly as a puppy or kitten, Marcellus's relationship with Tova is quite heartwarming and readers who appreciate human-animal bonds will enjoy it no matter how far-fetched. Add this to your must-read...

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Kids Read by the River

Mon, Jun 29, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · West Town Branch · 1625 W. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL

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...

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Art of the City: Abstract Art

In 2 weeks · Tue, Jul 14, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt Branch · 733 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL

Connect with your creative side and the Chapters of Chicago Summer Reading theme! Use paint sticks and oil pastels to create your very own work of art inspired by the following abstract artists: Chicago legend, Richard Hunt and Lenore Tawney and Tetsuo Ochibuko who went to the School of the Art...

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The Art of Paper Magic: Origami for Everyone

Sat, Aug 1, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Near North Branch · 310 W. Division Street, Chicago, IL

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...

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Crafts for Grown-Ups: Character Drawing

In 1 week · Mon, Jul 6, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch · 1701 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL

Join local volunteer artist Steven Jura and learn some basics on how to draw fun and silly characters through your own lens! We will be drawing both humans and animals, so come prepared for a good time! Ticket required for entry. Starting 30 minutes before program, o ne ticket per crafter will be...

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Teen DIY: Sewing A Throw Pillow

Tomorrow · Mon, Jun 29, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Gage Park Branch · 2807 W. 55th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 13–19

Visit Gage Park to learn (very) basic sewing skills! You'll learn how to thread a machine and sew pieces of fabric together to make a throw pillow! Materials will be provided. No experience needed. For teens ages 13 to 19. Introducción a la costura para adolescentes ¡Visita Gage Park para aprender..

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Fourth of July Craft

In 4 days · Thu, Jul 2, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Gage Park Branch · 2807 W. 55th Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 6–19

Stop by Gage Park to make a fun Fourth of July craft! This is perfect to get you ready for your Fourth of July festivities. Materials will be provided. For ages 6 to 19. ¡Pasa por el Parque Gage para hacer una manualidad divertida del Cuatro de Julio! Esto es perfecto para prepararte para tus...

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Neighborhood Walking Tour Story Time

In 4 weeks · Tue, Jul 28, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Humboldt Park Branch · 1605 N. Troy Street, Chicago, IL

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...

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Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene Art/Ecology Workshop

In 2 weeks · Wed, Jul 15, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Humboldt Park Branch · 1605 N. Troy Street, Chicago, IL · Ages 10+

Image Credit: Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene Join Humboldt Park staff and Envision Unlimited for an art/ecology workshop! Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene is a large-scale civic engagement art project comprised of over 10,000 bird replicas made by citizens of the world to raise awareness...

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The Artist's Studio at the Library

In 1 week · Mon, Jul 6, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Archer Heights Branch · 5055 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL · Ages 3+

Join our teen interns for an art activity designed by the Art Institute of Chicago in this casual, drop-in workspace. Take inspiration from Chicago-native artist Richard Hunt and make unique art with a variety of special art supplies. For all ages 3 and up. Accessibility Need sign language...

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Mother Goose on the Loose Story Time

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 8, 4:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Lincoln Park Branch · 1150 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL · Ages Up to 5

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.