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Spoken Word, Lyric Writing Workshop

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

This workshop influenced by the book, The Breakbeat Poets, will examine hip hop as youth culture, and empower teens to use their voices as ways to define their culture and this moment in time and history. This event is part of the Teen Winter Challenge.

Mariachi Tradición Juvenil

Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski Branch 4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL

Enjoy a concert by Mariachi Tradicion Juvenil, a family music group. They will perform a variety of Mariachi folk music to cultivate, maintain and share the tradition of this lively music genre. The group's repertoire includes De Colores, La Feria de las Flores, Arboles de la Barranca, Si nos dejan, Amor Eterno, El Rey, and many more. […]

Adult Book Discussion: Prisoners of Geography

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

This month's book discussion will feature Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall. Do you know why countries have been shaped as they are, or why politicians make certain decisions regarding their relations with […]

Christmas Clothing Drive

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

Join us for our Christmas Clothing Drive, and choose gently worn items to up-cycle and recycle.

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Winter Break Drop-In

Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski Branch 4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL

Drop in for fun, relaxing activities, games, and crafts during the following dates and times: Wednesday, December 26, 10am-12pm & 2-4pm Thursday, December 27, 3-5pm Friday, December 28, 2-4pm Saturday, […]

Dream Box Creation/Manualidad: Caja de tesoros

Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski Branch 4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL

A guided workshop using mixed media art materials to collect your dreams, wishes, and hopes for yourself. Materials provided but feel free to bring any charms, pictures, paper notables, etc., to include in […]

Design Your World: Winter Learning Challenge for Kids

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

Use library materials to bring your ideas for a better world to life. We’ll have blocks for building as well as paper, pencils and markers for drawing designs. Design Your World […]

New Year’s Eve @ Noon / Nochevieja al mediodía

Ring in the New Year at the library! Join us for fun activities and a countdown at noon. ¡Celebramos el Nuevo Año en la biblioteca con actividades divertidas! Vamos a contar al mediodía.  

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Baby & Toddler Play

Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United States

Experiences through play, including positive social and learning opportunities, are vital to healthy brain growth. Join us as we offer children ages 0-3 years old a natural, age-appropriate way to explore, create, learn and discover in order to further enhance their social, physical, and cognitive skills. Come out and have some fun as we learn […]

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ProjectArt Class, ages 4-7

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

Weekly art classes for children ages 4-7 with our artist in residence, Zakkiyyah Najeebah.