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Adult Book Discussion: All the Light We Cannot See

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

This 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 […]

Creative Space: Sewing and Mending

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

Have 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 States

Crystals 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 States

Join 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 States

Did 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 […]

Adult Book Discussion: Nineteen Eighty-Four

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

This month's book discussion will feature 1984 by George Orwell. In the superstate of Oceania, life is heavily regulated by "The Party" and its leader Big Brother. Skirting a ban on personal freedom, […]

Digital Storytelling

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

Record and share a story from your life or your imagination.

Creative Space: T-Shirt Tote Bags

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

Stop into Creative Space this month to learn how to make a functional, re-usable tote bag using just a t-shirt. This craft requires no sewing. Some t-shirts will be available, […]

Books and Brews: The Girls

Roots Handmade Pizza 1924 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, United States

Join 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 The Girls by Emma Cline. Copies of […]

POV Documentary Screening: Brimstone and Glory

Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United States

Brimstone & Glory, a PBS/POV documentary, explores the sights and sounds of the National Pyrotechnic Festival in Tultepec, Mexico.