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Teen Guitar, Bass & Drum Lessons

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

Visit the Humboldt Park Library YOUmedia to sign up for free, one-on-one lessons with professional musicians. We have a rotating crew of teachers who will help you develop skills on guitar, bass, or drums. Not all instruments are available every Monday.

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Improv and Theater Games for Teens

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

Play theater games, learn improv skills, and laugh a lot in this fast-paced, funny workshop! We'll meet every other Thursday, starting April 11th. Open to all teens age 12-18.

CHiTeen Lit Fest 2019

Harold Washington Library 400 S State St, Chicago, IL, United States

ChiTeen Lit Fest aims to provide a safe and creative space for young adults to unlock and discover their unique voice through literary arts. ChiTeen Lit Fest seeks to bring together young people from across Chicago and celebrate their talents as they express themselves through exceptional and honest art

Super Smash Brothers Tournament

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

Gather for a collaborative, peer-led day of tournament level gaming with the beloved WiiU game, Super Smash Brothers! Open to teens age 12-18.

The Writing’s on the Wall

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

Emily Thornton Calvo, a poet and artist, wanted an easy way to combine two art forms, so she developed "wall poems" and will show you how to do the same very thing. Whether you want to sell single copies of your poems by creating art prints or make original art, this demo will help you make the most […]

Film Screening: Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

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

Mary Poppins returns during Michael's most desperate hour to lend him a helping hand. With his house in danger of being repossessed, she whips up a little magic to remind […]

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Spanish Class / Clase de español

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

The class focuses on pronunciation and grammar as well as the culture and history of Spanish speaking countries. Beginners welcome. La clase se centra en la pronunciación y la gramática, […]

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Get to Work with the ICNC

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

Create a new resume, update an outdated resume, and discover job opportunities through the Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago (ICNC). In addition, they can refer individuals to job training providers and small business resources. ICNC is a partner of The Hatchery Chicago. Together they will be offering a culinary training program for young adults. ICNC works with start-ups […]

Monday Matinee: Pariah

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

Matinee Mondays feature newer films and award winners.  This month's Monday Matinee will feature the award-winning film Pariah (2011) for Pride Month. Alike is a 17-year-old African-American woman who lives with her parents and younger sister in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood. She has a flair for poetry, and is a good student at her local high school. […]

Coloring, Brain Games, Puzzles & More

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

Stop in and zen with us by working on a relaxing hands-on activity. We will have coloring supplies, various brain games like Sudoku and crosswords, and various puzzles and games.  Spend some time with yourself, or work along with others. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well. (photo […]