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blackie: a story by roy kinsey + Open Mic

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

Rapper, poet, and librarian Roy Kinsey shares his new highly anticipated release blackie: a story by roy kinsey, an album with message-oriented music covering the effects of racism, the Great Migration, addiction, violence, mental illness and sexuality. Join us as we come together for a live performance, an open mic, and conversation.

Weegee’s Lounge Book Club – The Handmaid’s Tale

Weegee's Lounge 3659 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us at Weegee's Lounge as we read and discuss Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. Books are available for check out at Logan Square Branch.

Adult Book Discussion: The Woman in Cabin 10

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

This month's book discussion will feature The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware. Journalist Lo Blacklock is working on a week long assignment aboard the luxurious cruise-liner the Aurora. All starts of well in Ware's mystery/thriller until the weather becomes grim and Lo witnesses a woman thrown overboard. Copies of the book will be available at […]

Rap and Poetry with Roy Kinsey

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Rapper, poet, and librarian Roy Kinsey shares his new highly anticipated release bl4cki3, an album with message-0riented music covering the effects of racism, the Great Migration, addiction, violence, mental illness, […]

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Spanish Language Club

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

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.

Poesia en Abril | Palabra Pura

La Bruquena 2726 W. Division, Chicago, IL, United States

EN COLABORACIÓN CON GUILD COMPLEX Álvaro Hernando, Fermina Ponce, Om Ulloa, Febronio Zatarain

Spoken Word Academy Presents: Open Mic + National Poetry Month

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

Keith Kelly, and Spoken Word Academy will host and feature poems in celebration of National Poetry Month. We will experience the range of style, expression, and delivery of the written and spoken word.

Poetry Craft: Blackout Poetry Art

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

Celebrate National Poetry Month and Earth Day by making a unique blackout poetry art project using recycled materials and books. Blackout poetry is the art of creating poetry by blacking out words you don't need from a page of text like a newspaper or recycled book leaving behind only the words of the poem. It […]

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From Paseo to Pilsen: Free Mural Tours

Join the Division Street Business District Association (DSBDA) and the Pilsen Public Art Tours (PPAT) as we offer 2 free walking mural tours of Chicago's most prominent Latino neighborhoods. Our intention for this event is to offer free tours for community residents and invested neighborhood partners. Bilingual (English/Spanish) tours will be offered upon request. Saturday, […]

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Creative Space at Richard M. Daley Library

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

Feeling creative or looking for a relaxing space? Stop in and work on a creative activity of your choice. No art or crafting experience required. Some craft supplies will be provided including: origami paper, recycled materials, coloring sheets, crayons, and colored pencils. Feel free to bring your own projects and supplies. We will also have […]