Avalon Branch Library
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Thursday October 30 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Itty Bitty Story Time
Join us for a story time full of stories, rhymes and songs for our littlest patrons. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More
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Saturday November 1 10:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Spanish Study Group
The motto of the Avalon Spanish Study Group is, “We teach each other.” We welcome people who are at the basic beginner and advanced beginner level in learning the Spanish language. We teach each other grammar and pronunciation. We also learn how to read, write, listen......More
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Saturday November 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Adult Book Club: Prophet Song
Please join us for a discussion of Prophet Song by Paul Lynch. On a dark, wet evening in Dublin, scientist and mother-of-four Eilish Stack answers her front door to find two officers from Ireland's newly formed secret police on her step. They have arrived to in......More
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Monday November 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Film Screening: Thunderbolts* (2025)
Join us for a film screening of Thunderbolts* (2025) A world without Avengers doesn't mean there's not a group of superheroes. There is a group and they're called the Thunderbolts. ©Marvel—126 minutes—PG-13 ......More
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Monday November 3 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Film Screening: Thunderbolts* (2025)
Join us for a film screening of Thunderbolts* (2025) A world without Avengers doesn't mean there's not a group of superheroes. There is a group and they're called the Thunderbolts. ©Marvel—126 minutes—PG-13 ......More
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Tuesday November 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Mad Science Pumpkins
Join us for some "mad" fall science as we play with pumpkins! For ages 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipub......More
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Wednesday November 5 5:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Knight Moves: Chess Club
Chess, anyone? New and experienced players are welcome. Join the fun and meet other community members as we sharpen our skills and learn some new ones at this exciting chess club. For adults, teens and kids 10 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation o......More
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Wednesday November 5 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Avalon Cares: Chair Yoga
Join us and instructors from the Collective Yoga Co-op for a special Chair Yoga class, a therapeutic but softer approach to Yoga. Performed primarily in a chair, with some standing exercises, Chair Yoga is designed to relax the mind, enhance cognitive function, improve......More
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Thursday November 6 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Itty Bitty Story Time
Join us for a story time full of stories, rhymes and songs for our littlest patrons. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More
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Thursday November 6 3:30pm - 5:30pm CST
Tween YOUmedia Invasion
On the first Thursday of the month, tweens are invited to check out Avalon's teen space! Play video and board games, make art, even design something to 3D print! A perfect opportunity for younger siblings to see what they have to look forward to when they're old enough......More
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Saturday November 8 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Made in Chicago Fun Run/Walk with Monica Eng and David Hammond
Chicago is one of the most segregated cities in the U.S., and although Chicago’s South Side has a rich history of food, drink, and local businesses, and most North Side residents have never even heard of them. Join Read & Run Chicago, Chicago Public Library, and our l......More
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Saturday November 8 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Avalon Cookbook Club: BYOCB (Bring your own Cookbook)
Welcome to the Holiday Season! For this month, there’s no assigned book. Pick your favorite cookbook or recipe to share with the group. Bring your recommendations, questions, and conversation to the group. We can’t wait to hear about your culinary adventures. See......More
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Sunday November 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Twisted Threads: Fiber Arts Club- Beaded Flower Patch
Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroidery extraordinaires and more. Join us for a relaxed fiber arts crafting circle. This month learn to create a beaded flower patch. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event......More