Chicago Public Library
Estate Planning
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin Attorney MK Gamble as she discusses estate planning, wills, trusts, powers of attorney and the importance of planning ahead and avoiding common mistakes. Presented by Money Smart Partner, The Heartland Institute of Financial Education.
Concrete and Countryside Book Event with author Carmelo Esterrich
National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 West Division Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesCome and join Columbia College Chicago Associate Professor Carmelo Esterrich in a presentation of his new book CONCRETE AND COUNTRYSIDE (University of Pittsburgh Press, 2018). The book examines the response of the arts in […]
Adult Book Discussion: The Tsar of Love and Techno
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis month's book discussion will feature The Tsar of Love and Techno by Anthony Marra. In a series of nine intertwined short stories, Marra portrays the lives of characters linked through generations in Russia. Beginning in 1937 in Leningrad and ending in "outer space in an unknown year", time passes as the characters live their lives through war […]
Teen Knits
Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United StatesCalling all crafters! Learn to knit or bring your own projects to work on. We'll start with finger knitting basics and go from there. All students in grades 6-12 welcome. We'll have supplies for you to work with during the program. Beginners who want to keep knitting at home may wish to bring size 8 […]
Film Screening: Laramie Inside Out: How Matthew Shepard’s murder changed Laramie
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesMatthew Shepard was killed in Laramie, WY, 20 years ago this October; his ashes were recently interred in Washington D.C. at the National Cathedral. Because of both these events, we thought it would be a good time to revisit this tragedy, and possibly have a discussion surrounding this topic.
Utility Bill and Energy Savings Workshop
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesMost Illinoisans are overpaying for gas and electricity and don't even know it. In this workshop, you'll learn about the 3 biggest problems with utility bills and how you can save energy and money. Bring your bills and learn how to decode your bills, spot errors, and take advantage of real programs designed to save […]
Books and Brews: Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opiate Epidemic
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 Dreamland by Sam Quinones. Copies of the book are available for check out at the West Town Branch Library. This event is for ages 21 and up.
Yoga for Kids
Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United StatesLearn breathing exercises, yoga poses, and relaxation techniques through stories, songs, and games. Ages 2-6.
Mad Science of Chicago presents “Brixology”
Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski Branch 4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, ILKIDS: Do you love building with LEGO bricks? Then join our friends from Mad Science of Chicago for Brixology! Over the course of three program sessions, participants will use LEGO […]
STEAM Team Pop-Up
Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski Branch 4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, ILChildren will be able to observe and participate in a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) programs led by the Chicago Public Library STEAM Team. All ages are welcome Niños pueden observar y participar en una variedad de programas de STEAM (Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte, y Matemática). Para niños de cualquier edad. […]