Martin Luther King Branch Library
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Saturday August 16 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Adult Book Discussion: Glory Be
Join King Branch for a discussion of Danielle Arceneaux's novel Glory Be. Glory, a small-time bookie working at the local coffee shop in Lafayette, Louisiana, overhears that her best friend - a nun beloved by the community - has been found dead in her apartmen......More
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Sunday August 17 1:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Film Screening: Captain America: Brave New World (2025)
Join King Branch for a screening of Captain America: Brave New World. Anthony Mackie returns as the high-flying hero Sam Wilson, who’s officially taken up the mantle of Captain America. After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself i......More
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Monday August 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Adult Book Discussion: Spirit Run by Noe Alvarez
Join the Chinatown branch for a discussion of Spirit Run by Noe Alvarez at Ping Tom Memorial Park! "When the son of two Mexican immigrants hears about the Peace and Dignity Journeys--'epic marathons meant to renew cultural connections across North America'--he'......More
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Wednesday August 20 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Preschool Story Time
Join us for stories and songs followed by 30 minutes of coloring, crafts or open play. For children 2 to 5 with an adult. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More
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Wednesday August 20 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Computer Basics Class
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer? Join us at King Branch for a basic computer skills class in which we use the online resource Chicago Digital Learn to build our digital literacy. Feel free to bring your own laptop. Accessibility Need sign languag......More
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Thursday August 21 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Gamers' Zone: Teen Gaming
Join us for Gamers' Zone! Chill out with games for the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, board games or card games. Snacks are provided. For tweens and teens 10 to 16. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Pl......More
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Saturday August 23 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Saturday Open Play
Join us to explore a variety of toys that encourage using imaginary play or engineering and construction skills. Recommended for ages 3 to 10. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-81......More
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Saturday August 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Tree Identification Walk at Ping Tom Memorial Park
Celebrate Summer at CPL with the Chinatown Branch Library for a Tree Identification Walk at Ping Tom Memorial Park! Led by Openlands Guides, learn more about local trees and plants from experts, while exploring our wonderful neighborhood park. We will meet in the China......More
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Sunday August 24 1:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Film Screening: The Beekeeper (2024)
Join King Branch for a screening of The Beekeeper. Mr. Clay serves the Beekeepers, a secret organization with overreaching powers around the world. After quitting his work and leaving behind his dangerous life, Mr. Clay befriends Mrs. Parker. One day, Mrs. Parker fal......More
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Tuesday August 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Kids' Crafts and Games
Drop in for an afternoon of creative crafting or playing games! All materials are provided. Recommended for ages 5 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email ......More