Event List

Playing board games as a family is fun, but how about creating your own family board game? Kids age 5 and up and at least one adult family member are invited to this one-of-a-kind gaming event.

Compete with other kids in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Nintendo Switch. 

Arrive at 2 pm to guarantee your spot in the competition bracket. Play will continue until a winner has emerged. Limited to 48 kids in grade 3-7.

Tired of scrolling? Let's make art, eat snacks, and more in a low-stakes, screen-free setting.

For grade 6–12. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

Puzzle enthusiasts, here's your chance to swap your old puzzles for something new. 

Donations of puzzles in good condition will be accepted. Participants are welcome to take home up to three puzzles (while supplies last). 

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

Meet others and learn about current research, assistive devices, and community resources for people who have been diagnosed with an eye condition or have a family member who has vision impairment.

Set within the contemporary design of Millennium Park and against the urban backdrop of downtown Chicago, Lurie Garden has earned a reputation as a premier example of naturalistic garden design.

Jackie Jasperson leads a live yoga class and shares information about yoga practice. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel.

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Learn how to do something new! We will have tables set up around the library with staff and volunteer experts sharing inspiration, knowledge, and creations. 

Let's make art, eat snacks, and more in a low-stakes, screen-free setting.

For grade 6–12. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

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

Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain. 

Learn about Spain's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain. 

Love all things fidget-y? Overwhelmed by squishies and spinners? Drop by to explore different kinds of fidgets, learn how these tools can support you, and make your own. 

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?