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DNA Extraction Lab for Teens

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

Crave the epic sense of discovery in forensic science? Join your peers in a fun, gross and informative workshop in which you'll either smash up fruit to extract its DNA or create a keepsake with your very own human DNA! Through hands-on activities and discussion, you’ll demystify the wonders of biology and genetic engineering. Open […]

Books & Brews: The Hike

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

Join us at Roots Pizza for our monthly Books & Brews book discussion, a book club that meets at a bar/restaurant. This month we'll discuss The Hike by Drew Magary, a fantastical novel about a guy who takes a routine walk and finds himself on a trail that is totally surreal, scary and wholly original. Copies of […]

ChiTown Stand Up Workshop for Teens

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

Chicago is a city with so many untold stories, and 826CHI is here to help you tell yours! In this workshop, you'll take a journey through the city by looking at its art, people and culture to inspire your own truths about the city. This program series is part of a line-up of events for […]

Valen-SLIME’s Day

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

We’re celebrating science on Valentine’s Day by mixing glue, borax solution and food coloring together to start a chemical reaction which creates that slime everyone is talking about!

Oral Traditions: Spoken Word Workshop

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

This workshop will teach participants about the art of spoken word performance and provide tips on how to create a spoken word tribute to family history and traditions.

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Tax Assistance: Ladder Up

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

Free tax assistance provided by Ladder Up.Assistance is provided on a first come, first serve basis. Ladder Up notes: All sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Many sites will stop taking new clients well before the official closing time, so please arrive early. For more information about the tax services available please visit Ladder Up's site.

Afternoon Book Club: What Are You Reading?

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

What have you been reading lately?  Stop in to our afternoon book club and share your reads with others or even find some great new reads from others in the group. No specific title or genre is required- read and discuss whatever you like. Looking for a great read? Check out recommended read of the […]

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Chess Club / Club de Ajedrez

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

Make new friends while playing chess in a community environment. Beginning and advanced players are welcome. The club focuses on Spanish pronunciation and grammar. Join us for activities highlighting the culture and history of Spanish speaking countries. Open to teens and adults. Haz nuevos amigos mientras juegas ajedrez en un entorno comunitario. Los jugadores principiantes y […]

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Game Night For Kids

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

Play board games and card games like Guess Who?, Uno, Spot it!, Jenga, Rummikub, Robot Turtles, Connect 4!, Checkers and Chess.

Adult Book Discussion: Electric Arches

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

For African American History Month we will be discussing Electric Arches by Chicago author Eve L. Ewing. Electric Arches is an eclectic blend of poetry, prose, and visual art exploring black girlhood and […]