Lincoln Park Branch Library Events

Tuesday August 19 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Teen Club

We're expanding our hours for the Summer! Whether gaming, learning new tech or just vibing, we’ve got you covered: 3D Printer Silhouette Vinyl Cutter Nintendo Switch DSLR Camera, Green Screen and Studio Lights Laptops and Headphones Button Maker Embroidery and......More

Tuesday August 19 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

Comic Art Workshop With Optimist Comics

Calling all young artists! Join us for a Comic Art Workshop. Learn from Teaching Artist, Nate Olison, to create your own comic character. Learn digital art skills to bring them to life-no experience needed! Everyone leaves with their own original comic character and ......More

Tuesday August 19 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Knit and Crochet Circle

Do you knit or crochet? Join Lincoln Park's Knitting Circle led by Deb. Show us your work and learn from others in the group. If you're new to knitting and/or crocheting, we can help get you started. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibili......More

Wednesday August 20 10:30am - 11:00am CDT

Story Time at Commercial Park

Join Ms. Mary from the West Town Branch as she reads stories and leads children in movement activities, fingerplays and more! This story time takes place next to the outdoor play area at Commercial Park. For kids up to age 5. How to Attend Register by the start of t......More

Wednesday August 20 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Teen Club

Wednesday August 20 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT

Captive Primate Safety Act: Article Discussion with Lincoln Park Zoo scientists

PLEASE NOTE: This program will be held at the Lincoln Park Zoo at the Regenstein Macaque Forest conference room, which is north of Eadie Levy's Landmark Cafe. A CPL staff member will be stationed at the West Gate (off Stockton Drive) entrance of the zoo at 2:15pm so everyone can walk to the conference room together at 2:30pm. Did you know there is no federal law to regulate the possession of primates like lemurs, capuchin monkeys, slow lorises, or even chimpanzees as personal pets? Join Lincoln Park Zoo experts for a discussion on an important piece of legislation, the Captive Primate Safety Act, that would federally prohibit the pet primate trade and protect these cognitively advanced animals. Please read the following articles before the program. You may access this articles online using your library card by clicking here and searching the article titles below: 1. Can These Ex-Hollywood Chimps Find a Place Among the Apes? by Emily Anthes 2. Meeting (and Ignoring) Former Chimp Stars by Emily Anthes The Lincoln Park branch (1150 W Fullerton Ave) will have paper copies of these articles starting August 1. Katherine A. Cronin, Ph.D. Independent Consultant and Writer Affiliated Scientist, Lincoln Park Zoo Katherine (“Katie”) Cronin is an animal welfare scientist and primatologist with a career dedicated to understanding and enhancing the welfare of animals in human care. She has led research on behavioral and emotional indicators of welfare across a broad range of species, with a particular emphasis on primates. Her research generates evidence-based strategies to support positive animal welfare and advance policy. Katie served as Director of the Animal Welfare Science Program at Lincoln Park Zoo from 2019 to 2025, where she collaborated closely with animal care staff, researchers, and designers to advance welfare-focused practices and policies. Katie has held appointments at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics in the Netherlands and at the University of Chicago. She serves as an advisor on the Animal Welfare Committee for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Universities Federation of Animal Welfare International Scientific Advisory Committee. She now works as an independent consultant and writer, continuing her commitment to promoting animal welfare through research, communication, and collaboration. She continues to support Lincoln Park Zoo’s mission on science-driven initiatives to improve animal wellbeing. Maureen Leahy Vice President of Animal Care and Horticulture Lincoln Park Zoo Maureen has more than 25 years of experience working at zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. She began her career at Lincoln Park Zoo in 2007 as the zoological manager of primates, which was followed by seven years as the curator of primates. In that time, she has collaborated on internal and external research initiatives with the Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes, helped guide the design and construction of the zoo’s state-of-the-art Regenstein Macaque Forest and Pepper Family Wildlife Center, and served a critical role in AZA’s animal programs as an advocate for primates through her involvement in the Gorilla Species Survival Plan® and Prosimian Taxon Advisory Group. In 2017, Maureen was appointed vice president of Animal Care and Horticulture. In this role, she oversees strategic, operational, and programmatic initiatives for these teams, including the Animal Welfare Science Program. Maureen is passionate about advancing animal care and management practices. Her priorities also include bringing scientists and Animal Care staff together in their work to evaluate and enhance the wellbeing of every animal and promote positive animal welfare in zoos. She is committed to the growth and development of the zoo’s Horticulture program and adheres to the same rigorous science-based approaches for both plants and animals. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Thursday August 21 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Teen Club

Thursday August 21 6:30pm - 7:15pm CDT

Cookbook Café Book Club: Hot Sheet

If you like cooking or just browsing through cookbooks, join Lincoln Park's Cookbook Café Book Club for Hot Sheet by Olga Massov Copies are available at Lincoln Park Branch Circulation Desk. Online Registration is Suggested. Accessibility Need sign languag......More

Saturday August 23 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Teen Film Series: Detective Pikachu (2019)

Join us for an exciting viewing of Detective Pikachu! The story begins when ace private eye Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son Tim......More

Monday August 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT

Weird Book Club: Parasol Against the Axe

Do you like science fiction, fantasy, horror, or just plain strange books? Meet fellow weird readers to discuss strange and speculative fiction at Weird Book Club, an adult book discussion group that meets at Map Room, on the last......More

Tuesday August 26 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Tummy Time

Join us for an introduction to story time for new babies. This interactive story time includes stories, songs, fingerplays and leg bounces, specifically designed for babies during tummy time or diaper time. Stay after story time for a time to connect with other caregi......More

Tuesday August 26 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Knit and Crochet Circle

Tuesday August 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT

West Loop Adult Book Club: Beautiful World, Where Are You

Join the West Loop branch librarian Amy at Time Out Market for an engaging discussion of Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney. This captivating novel follows the intertwined lives of four young Irish friends—Alice, Eileen, Felix, and Simon—as they navi......More

Tuesday August 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT

Books and Brews Discusses: Loot

Join us for our monthly Books and Brews book discussion. For August, join West Town librarians and others in our community to discuss Loot by Tania James. Place a hold or pick up a copy of the book at the West Town Branch. This event takes place at Tuman's Tap......More

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