This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group May 7 2025 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2025 Fri Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Study Room 1 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works. This group will read and discuss works out loud. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Drop-in STEM Challenge: Lego! 2:00pm–7:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2025 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Lego! 2:00pm–7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Build with Lego at North Side! Complete one of our challenges or get creative and build something of your own! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Cowboy Carter Party 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, All Ages This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group May 10 2025 Sat Cowboy Carter Party 2:00pm–3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Whether you're heading to the Cowboy Carter Tour in Chicago next week or just want to feel the vibe, get in the spirit of celebration at our Cowboy Carter Party. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Children" group ASAP Tuesdays: Air Dry Clay 3:30pm–4:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group May 6 2025 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Air Dry Clay 3:30pm–4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This month's artist: Amanda Rhodes Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Cardboard Creations 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Cardboard Creations 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Unleash your creativity and turn plain old cardboard into something extraordinary! Each week, you'll take on a new challenge, transforming everyday materials into imaginative works of art. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group Glowforge Training 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2025 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm–4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Children" group ASAP Mondays : Design and Print Custom Cards 4:00pm–5:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group May 5 2025 Mon ASAP Mondays : Design and Print Custom Cards 4:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join Mad Todd to design and print your own custom cards and personalized paper projects! Each week, explore a new printmaking technique. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Thursdays: Drama Games 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 8 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Drama Games 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Have you ever thought about food as art? ASAP Teaching Artist Amy Joens will help us explore the colors, shapes, textures, and tastes of fresh, in-season fruits, vegetables, and herbs straight from the garden. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group Mix-tape Journal Workshop + Music for Mental Health 6:30pm–7:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2025 Thu Mix-tape Journal Workshop + Music for Mental Health 6:30pm–7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll transform old cassette tapes into personalized journals. Afterward, dive into how music can be a form of self-care through customized journaling prompts and creative stations. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
