Chicago Public Library
Tech Tuesday: CPL Has an App for That
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesDid you know that you can read books and graphic novels, listen to music, watch TV shows and movies, or even learn a new language on your smartphone or tablet with your CPL library card? Stop in to learn about all the useful apps that you can use with just your library card. Feel free […]
Film Screening: The Year We Thought About Love
Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United StatesWhat happens when a diverse group of LGBTQ youth dares to be "out" on stage talking truthfully about their lives? As they create a play about love, a theater troupe of Queer youth celebrates the fullness of their lives as young artists and activists. (Running time: 68 minutes)
Books and Brews: Swing Time
Roots Handmade Pizza 1924 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, United StatesJoin us at Roots Pizza for our monthly Books and Brews book discussion, a book club that meets at a bar/restaurant. This month we'll discuss Swing Time by Zadie Smith. Copies of the book are available for check out at the West Town Branch Library. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Play Day at Humboldt Park Library
Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United StatesPlay Day is an open, unstructured playtime for kids and their caregivers.
WE Are One: Imagine Doing More Workshop
Teens, as part of Imagine Doing More!, join our partners from WE to make a positive difference in your Chicago environment this summer by making the world more inclusive. From remote controls to Velcro shoes and sliding doors, inclusive design is all around us. Find out more about inclusive design and how you can take action […]
Adult Book Discussion: All the Light We Cannot See
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis month's book discussion will feature All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. In the midst of the German occupation of France in World War II, Marie-Laure and Werner are both trying to survive. Marie-Laure, who has been blind since she was a young child, has fled to her uncle's house by the sea. Werner, who […]
Creative Space: Sewing and Mending
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesHave something you need to mend or want to practice your sewing skills? Stop into Creative Space this month to sew with us. Some needles and thread will be available, but bring any projects you'd like to work on. Do you have another needle craft you are working on like quilting, knitting, crocheting, or embroidery? […]
Heal Yourself With Crystals + Minerals
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesCrystals have been used for their healing properties for millennia, also working to help people balance and center themselves. Take your health into your hands and join us for a conversation and workshop on crystal + mineral energy healing.
Books and Brews: News of the World
Roots Handmade Pizza 1924 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, United StatesJoin us at Roots Pizza for our monthly Books and Brews book discussion, a book club that meets at a bar/restaurant. This month we'll discuss News of the Worldby Paulette Jiles. Copies of the book are available for check out at the West Town Branch Library. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Tech Tuesday: Scanning Photos and Documents
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesDid you know that we have a public scanner that can make digital copies of items such as photos and documents? Stop by the adult reference area Tuesday afternoon to learn how to use our scanner and get some quick tips on how to create and store digital files for long-term use. Bring a USB […]