Damen Avenue Branch Library
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Wednesday May 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Tween Club: Graphic Novels
Join us for a discussion of the graphic novel of the month. We'll play a short game, talk about the story/illustrations and then vote on the book for the following month. Come for the snacks; stay for the fun! For ages 10 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language inte......More
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Wednesday May 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Books and Brews: The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Do you like books? Do you like meeting new people? Want to check out a new place? Then Books and Brews is for you! Join the Manning Branch as we host our adult book club, Books and Brews, at our local Midwest Coast Brewing......More
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Story and Art with Cruelty Free You + Me
Join nonprofit Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming! During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another. We believe in learning through literature, art and hands-on experiences. For kids......More
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Birds of Humboldt Park (walking tour)
Join Jenny from the North Pulaski branch for a bird walk in Humboldt Park. David Rupp of IndiGo Birding Nature Tours will lead a bird walk around Humboldt Park at the beginning of spring migration. All levels of experience (or no experience) are welcome. David will h......More
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
International Compost Awareness Week: Composting Demo and Q&A
For International Compost Awareness Week, see composting in action at a local community garden. Join Master Composter Marjorie Isaacson for a demonstration of how to turn organic waste into a valuable soil amendment. Removing organics from your garbage helps mitigate c......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Story Time
This interactive program features read-aloud books, rhymes and songs best for kids 1.5 to 3 years old. (Kids up to 5 and babies welcome!) Tips for early literacy skill development will often be included for caregivers. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to ......More
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Thursday May 9 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Story and Art with Cruelty Free You + Me
Join nonprofit Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming! During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another. We believe in learning through literature, art and hands-on experiences. For kids......More
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Monday May 13 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Crafts for Grown-Ups: Felt Landscapes
Crafting can be so relaxing! Join us and create a unique landscape using crafting felt and double-sided foam tape. Bring your imagination and your inspiration. All supplies will be provided. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility as......More
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Tuesday May 14 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Story Time
This interactive program features read-aloud books, rhymes and songs best for kids 1.5 to 3 years old. (Kids up to 5 and babies welcome!) Tips for early literacy skill development will often be included for caregivers. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to ......More
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Thursday May 16 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Story and Art with Cruelty Free You + Me
Join nonprofit Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming! During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another. We believe in learning through literature, art and hands-on experiences. For kids......More
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Thursday May 16 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Brain Health & Mental Health
Learn the latest information on general brain health, mental health and Alzheimer's Disease from researchers at Great Lakes Clinical Trials. The researchers will cover: What is Brain Health? The difference between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. Ways you can ke......More
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 7:15pm CDT
Adult Book Discussion: In the Time of Butterflies
Join staff from the North Pulaski Branch at local business, Right Bee Cider, for a discussion of Julia Alvarez's classic novel, In the Time of the Butterflies. This event is for ages 21+ Accessibility Need sign l......More
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Thursday May 16 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Cocktails and Conversation: Long Bright River
Join us as we discuss Long Bright River by Liz Moore. Current reading selections are available for check-out at the Logan Square circulation desk. How to Attend This event takes place in person. Please follow the masking requirements of the location this event ......More
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Friday May 17 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Destination Discovery Story Time at Lincoln Park Zoo
Join Librarian Megan and her friends at the Lincoln Park Zoo an interactive story time all about endangered animals. We’ll sings songs like sea lions, rhyme like rhino and share books like bison, plus suggestions for at-home activities all in celebration of these magni......More
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Saturday May 18 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Bucktown Book Discussion: Crying in H Mart
Join us for our May book discussion of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. In this exquisite story of family, food, grief, and endurance, Michelle Zauner proves herself far more than a dazzling singer, songwriter, and guitarist. With humor and heart, she tells......More
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Monday May 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Budburst Community Science Program
Attend a community science presentation from the Chicago Botanic Garden team about their program Budburst. They will be hosting an hour-long presentation about how to observe plants and pollinators around you and how to use the take home Discover Pack available at the ......More
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Weird Book Club: Interior Chinatown
Do you like science fiction, fantasy, horror, or just plain strange books? Meet fellow weird readers to discuss strange and speculative fiction at Weird Book Club, an adult book discussion group that meets at Map Room, on the last......More