Family Game Day

Get together as a family to play cards, board games and more! For kids 3 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipub......More

Get together as a family to play cards, board games and more! For kids 3 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Adult Craft: Picture Frames

Celebrate Valentine's Day by decorating your own wooden picture frame! Using a variety of materials, you can design a special gift for yourself or your loved ones. All materials will be provided.  *If waitlisted, you will be contacted through a confirmation email if a......More

Celebrate Valentine's Day by decorating your own wooden picture frame! Using a variety of materials, you can design a special gift for yourself or your loved ones. All materials will be provided.  *If waitlisted, you will be contacted through a confirmation email if a spot opens and you are moved to registered.* Space is limited. Registration is required. For adults 18 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Destination Discovery Story Time at Field Museum

Join Mr. James from Sulzer Regional Library, Librarian Megan and their friends at the Field Museum for a special Lunar New Year-themed story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. Story ti......More

Join Mr. James from Sulzer Regional Library, Librarian Megan and their friends at the Field Museum for a special Lunar New Year-themed story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. Story time will be conducted in English and Chinese. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend This event is available in person and online. Only online attendees need to register for the Zoom link. Attend in person at the Field Museum PlayLab 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605 Attend online via Zoom Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Attending CPL Online Events Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

Baby and Me Valentine

Stop by with your baby to create a Valentine's Day themed craft and stay to mingle with other babies and their caregivers!   For babies 0 to 12 months. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information onli......More

Stop by with your baby to create a Valentine's Day themed craft and stay to mingle with other babies and their caregivers!   For babies 0 to 12 months. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

All CPL Locations Closed Thursday, February 12

All CPL locations are closed Thursday, February 12 for Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

Parachute Play

Join us for songs, stories and parachute movement! For kids 0 to 3 with their caregiver.  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email acc......More

Join us for songs, stories and parachute movement! For kids 0 to 3 with their caregiver.  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Film Screening: Annie (2014)

Join us for a screening of the film Annie. A New York City tycoon adopts a vivacious orphan as a PR stunt in his bid to become mayor, but the little girl becomes his saving grace by teaching him what's truly important in life. © Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - 11......More

Join us for a screening of the film Annie. A New York City tycoon adopts a vivacious orphan as a PR stunt in his bid to become mayor, but the little girl becomes his saving grace by teaching him what's truly important in life. © Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - 118 minutes - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Valentine's Real Ones Read: Heartstopper, Vol. 1

Finally, a book club where you do not have to read the book in advance! We will have copies of Heartstopper, Vol. 1 by Ali......More

Finally, a book club where you do not have to read the book in advance! We will have copies of Heartstopper, Vol. 1 by Alice Oseman for each participant -- we will take turns reading the book together and discussing our thoughts, feelings and opinions. Snacks will be provided! "Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. A sweet and charming coming-of-age story that explores friendship, love, and coming out. This edition features beautiful two-color artwork." For teens in high school. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Film Screening: 20 Feet From Stardom (2013)

They are the voices behind the greatest rock, pop and R&B hits of all time, but no one knows their names. Now, in this award-winning documentary, director Morgan Neville shines the spotlight on the untold stories of such legendary background singers as Darlene Love, M......More

They are the voices behind the greatest rock, pop and R&B hits of all time, but no one knows their names. Now, in this award-winning documentary, director Morgan Neville shines the spotlight on the untold stories of such legendary background singers as Darlene Love, Merry Clayton, Lisa Fischer, Judith Hill, and more. ©Lions Gate Films, Inc.- 89 minutes- Rated PG-13 Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. Photo: Courtesy of Swank

YOUmedia Crafternoon: Junk Journaling

Hang out at YOUmedia and discover junk journaling! Junk journaling is the process of collaging repurposed materials to make personalized art. Bring your own junk or borrow some of ours to create something new! Supplies are available while they last. For teens in high ......More

Hang out at YOUmedia and discover junk journaling! Junk journaling is the process of collaging repurposed materials to make personalized art. Bring your own junk or borrow some of ours to create something new! Supplies are available while they last. For teens in high school. Accessibility  Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

All CPL Locations Closed Monday, February 16

All CPL locations are closed Monday, February 16 for George Washington's birthday.

Computer Basics Workshop

Want to learn how to use the computer? Join the Chinatown Branch for our Computer Basics Workshop. In our first session, you will learn: What is a computer The mouse The keyboard Parts of a computer Save and re-open a file This workshop is meant for adults ......More

Want to learn how to use the computer? Join the Chinatown Branch for our Computer Basics Workshop. In our first session, you will learn: What is a computer The mouse The keyboard Parts of a computer Save and re-open a file This workshop is meant for adults and seniors with little to no computer background. Laptops will be provided to use during the workshop.  Space is limited. Registration is required. For adults and seniors ages 18 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Lunar New Year

Happy Lunar New Year! Celebrate the Year of the Horse 丙午馬年 by learning about the various traditions of Chinese New Year including: Symbolism of the zodiac - the Fire Horse Days of celebrations  Red packets Food for good luck Lucky greetings For kids 6 and up. ......More

Happy Lunar New Year! Celebrate the Year of the Horse 丙午馬年 by learning about the various traditions of Chinese New Year including: Symbolism of the zodiac - the Fire Horse Days of celebrations  Red packets Food for good luck Lucky greetings For kids 6 and up. How to Attend Register by the start of the program. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.