Harold Washington Library Center
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Saturday November 1 9:00am - 5:00pm CDT
Grab and Go: Mini Acrylic Painting Kit
Create a mini masterpiece with acrylic paint, paintbrushes and a 4x4" canvas. This grab and go kit is available at the 8th floor reference desk during library hours for the month of November or while supplies last. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or ......More
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Saturday November 1 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and fun for the family! For kids 0 to 5 and their families. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@c......More
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Saturday November 1 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Above and Beyond Closing Exhibition
Join us for the closing ceremony of “Above and Beyond”, an extraordinary installation that honors the American lives lost in Vietnam. Please register at at National Veterans Art Muse......More
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Saturday November 1 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Making Compelling Photographs: A Beginners Class with Andrew Boynton
Want to take your photography to the next level? Please join us for a digital photography workshop with exhibiting artist Andrew Boynton. Boynton's work, Devouring Time Swallow Us Whole, featuring speculative photography that blends medieval and naturalistic imagery ......More
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Saturday November 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Silent Read-In
Join an adult book club for introverts and make progress toward your reading goals. Don't have something to read? Check out ......More
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Saturday November 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Adult Nonfiction Book Discussion: The Rediscovery of America
Join us at Harold Washington Library Center on the 1st Saturday of each month from 1-2 p.m. for a nonfiction book discussion for adults. November's selection is The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History by Ned Blackhawk. You......More
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Saturday November 1 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Artful Afternoon
Drop in to get creative with Día de los Muertos crafts. For kids 3 and up 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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Sunday November 2 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Make a Day of the Dead Tin Foil Magnet
Bring a touch of Mexican charm to your fridge with our Tin Foil Art Magnets class to celebrate Day of the Dead! In this fun and creative session, you will craft beautiful, colorful magnets inspired by Mexican folk art. Perfect for all skill levels. Accessibility Nee......More
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Sunday November 2 3:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Parachute Play
Join us for half an hour of songs, stories and parachute movement! For kids 0 to 5 with 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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Monday November 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Teen Wood Burning Workshop
Join our wood-burning workshop to get hands-on experience tracing designs and bold graphics. This is an accessible form of working with wood and a great entry point into woodcraft, tattoo art design, and wood sculptures. For high school teens ages 13 to 19. Access......More
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Friday November 7 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Book Builders
Join us for a 30 minute story time followed by 30 minutes of building play. For kids 3 to 6 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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Friday November 7 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Alteration Station
Learn the skills you need to alter your clothes, from cuffing, re-sizing, adding embellishments, and more. This month we'll be cutting and hemming shirts to create a better fit or a cropped look. For high school teens ages 13 to 19 Accessibility Need sign language in......More
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Saturday November 8 9:00am - 5:00pm CST
Grab and Go: Mini Acrylic Painting Kit
Create a mini masterpiece with acrylic paint, paintbrushes and a 4x4" canvas. This grab and go kit is available at the 8th floor reference desk during library hours for the month of November or while supplies last. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or ......More
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Saturday November 8 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and fun for the family! For kids 0 to 5 and their families. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@c......More
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Saturday November 8 10:00am - 1:00pm CST
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Saturday November 8 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Medicare 101
The Medicare Open Enrollment period for 2026 will be October 15, 2025, to December 7, 2025. Join Medicare Teacher Nancy Delira to learn the ABCDs of Medicare. Learn about Medicare before you turn 65. Confused about your Medicare plan? Learn about your options to ma......More
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Saturday November 8 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Make a DIY Leather Bracelet
Join the Chicago Public Library and M & N Crafts for a leather bracelet workshop. Participants will be able to select from a leather assortment and use tools and fixings to create a beginner bracelet that will be a great accessory for men and women alike. Participants ......More
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Saturday November 8 2:30pm - 4:00pm CST
Tween Scene: Switch It Up
Join us for Tween Scene – a casual hangout where you can meet others your age, play games, get crafty, and try out fun featured activities. Come play Switch games on the big screen! For tweens 10 to 14 and not yet in high school. Accessibility Need sign language ......More
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Sunday November 9 3:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Parachute Play
Join us for half an hour of songs, stories and parachute movement! For kids 0 to 5 with 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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Sunday November 9 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
National Public Housing Museum Mixer and Book Club
Join the CPL Little Italy branch and the National Public Housing Museum for a fabulous new book group on the Near West Side with a kick off mixer and reception to get to know fellow readers! Enjoy free drinks and snacks in the Alphawood ......More