Harold Washington Library Center
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Thursday October 30 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Polish Museum of America Guided Tour
Join a guided tour of the Polish Museum of America to learn about the rich history of Polish contributions to the growth of America and of the Polonia community within Chicago as we celebrate Polish American Heritage Month with the Chicago Public Library. One of the o......More
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Thursday October 30 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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Thursday October 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
LEGO® Bricks in the Archives
Here's your chance to unleash your imagination and step into history. In 1893, the world's first Ferris Wheel made its debut at the World's Columbian Exposition. This October, join us for a hand-on fun experience where creativity meets the past. You'll have the cha......More
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Thursday October 30 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Karaoke and Treats
Check out YOUmedia's teen only karaoke. Hop on the mic solo or with your friends! Hog the spotlight or cheer others on, it's up to you. We'll provide songs, treats and a mic--all you have to bring is your voice and enthusiasm. For teens 14 to 18. Accessibility Need ......More
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Thursday October 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
YOUmedia Teen Recording Studio Certification
Want to reserve the YOUmedia HWLC Recording Studio? First, you have to get certified! Register for an introduction to sound recording, Garageband, equipment setup, saving and exporting audio files. After the certification, you can reserve the recording studio and work......More
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Thursday October 30 4:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Boo Boogie with Little Miss Ann
Sing and dance along to Halloween music from Little Miss Ann. For children 0 to 13 and their families. 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 October 30 5:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
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Thursday October 30 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Plant Hope Now: The Beauty of Spring Bulbs
Fall is the time to plant spring-flowering bulbs, and this program will inspire you to dig in while there’s still time. Join Kristian Brooks, Horticulturist at Lurie Garden, to explore how bulbs bring early color, joy, and ecological value to the landscape. Kristian......More
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Tuesday November 4 2:00pm - 5:00pm CST
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Tuesday November 4 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
YOUmedia Teen Sewing Certification
Learn sewing basics and get creative at YOUmedia! Get certified to use the sewing machine to work on your own projects using materials from our fashion area. Teens who complete the certification process are approved to use the sewing equipment independently. For ages ......More
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Tuesday November 4 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
LEGO® and More Club
Join us to see what you can create with LEGO bricks and other building materials! For kids 4 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More
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Tuesday November 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
IndieCade: Small but Mighty Videogames
Do you like to play video games? Are you tired of the same AAA games everyone is playing? Want to try something fun that you probably never heard of? Come to YOUmedia's IndieCade! We'll try out a bunch of indie games (games made by small independent studios) and you'......More
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Tuesday November 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Sewing Hour
Curious about sewing accessories, clothes, or plushies? Interested in learning to use a sewing machine or upgrading your skills? Join a librarian in experimenting with different fabrics, mending rips and holes in clothes, working on projects from home, and bouncing aro......More
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Tuesday November 4 5:30pm - 7:00pm CST
Sound Meditation
Join facilitator Jay Taylor and Wellness4Every1 for an experience in meditation and sound. Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal si......More
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Wednesday November 5 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Young at Heart: Autumn Mosaic Kit
Welcome, seniors! Bring the beauty of fall indoors with this Autumn Mosaic Art Kit. This kit includes vibrant seasonal colors to inspire creativity and relaxation. Perfect for group activities or solo crafting. Stop by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center to......More
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Wednesday November 5 12:00pm - 1:30pm CST
Young at Heart: Short Story Discussion
Senior adults! Drop in for an afternoon short story discussion hosted by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center. We will listen collectively to a short story, then invite everyone to share their thoughts and impressions as we enjoy the company of fellow reader......More
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Wednesday November 5 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
English Classes for Intermediate Levels/Clases de Inglés de Nivel Intermedio
Join an English class led by an Erie House tutor in the Popular Library of the Harold Washington Library Center. In each class, you will study intermediate-level English and learn about the library's English study resources......More
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Wednesday November 5 2:00pm - 5:00pm CST