Event List

Whether you secretly dance to Jai Ho or you've never heard of Bollywood before, this event will provide endless fun and a great workout. 

For kids in grade 3-8.

In a concert of English, Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian music, Oleg Timofeyev and Dan Caraway will showcase their seven historical seven-string guitars, ranging in age from 100 to 250 years.

Let's explore Indigenous Peoples' Day. Drop by to learn more.

As part of our special Moana Monday, families can try some movie-inspired crafts between our 3 pm showing of Moana and our 6 pm showing of Moana 2.

Create a papel picado, a traditional Mexican craft made by cutting elaborate designs into sheets of tissue paper. Make some to take home and leave some to help decorate the Day of the Dead community ofrenda.

Drop by our table to make marigolds to decorate our Day of the Dead community ofrenda. Marigolds are an important part of Day of the Dead, which is celebrated November 1-2 throughout Latin America to honor the passage of loved ones.

Prepare for a magical evening with actress Marissa Bode, who made her feature film debut as Nessarose in the Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked. 

Explore the evolution of Halloween, from its early roots in European seasonal traditions and religious observances to its reinvention in American culture.

Learn about Diwali while decorating your own candle. We'll provide the supplies to decorate taper candles by "painting" them with melted wax. 

In honor of Sarah Lazarus, Eleanor Reissa brings us her voice, humor, and love of Yiddish for an afternoon of timeless and fresh musical treasures.

Come decorate colorful clay calaveras or "skulls." Also known as sugar skulls, these colorful iconic decorations are often a part of Day of the Dead celebrations.

Come to a "spooky, scary" Third Space Thursday full of crafts for All Hallows Eve. Costumes encouraged, spooky stories may be told--bring yours! Supplies and snacks may be limited. Drop-in event.

In this series showcasing talented young performers of classical music, today's concert features violinist Lauren Kim and pianist Claire Wang.

Free tickets are given to those present starting at 2:30 pm.

Between the website storied-stuff.com and two published books, Storied Stuff showcases photos of cherished belongings and personal essays.

This festival highlights Indigenous/Native American filmmakers of all skill levels, providing them a venue for their works and voice.

This festival highlights Indigenous/Native American filmmakers of all skill levels, providing them a venue for their works and voice.

One of the most versatile, skilled, and curious musicians in Chicago, guitarist Goran Ivanovic has built a career built upon exploration.

Listen to music, recreate songs, improvise with instruments, and more in this interactive music-making session with a music therapist from Institute for Therapy through the Arts.

Learn about Indonesia's culture, traditions, foods, and fun in this session designed for kids who are homeschooled.

Drop-in event for kids age 5-10. Children younger than eight must have an adult in the library during the event. 

Learn about Indonesia's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. 

For kids grade K-5. Children younger than eight must have an adult in the library during the event. 

We'll learn about Métis beadwork art and artists who create paintings inspired by those motifs. We'll also create a project inspired by this art.

Experience the vibrant sights and sounds of Bali with a special performance by Friends of the Gamelan’s Balinese Ensemble, joined by master musician and dancer Park Wardana (Bli Ciaaattt).

Enjoy music and stories from the two worlds of classical music and specifically Jewish music.

Samantha Thompson from the Midwest SOARRING Foundation will share her connection with beadwork and her Potawatomi heritage.