Storytimes near EDGEWATER BRANCH

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other knitters. This class is free, but knitters must supply their own materials. We meet every Thursday evening. PLEASE NOTE:  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.   If you are a new knitter (that is, have never knitted before) or are just learning but know a little: Please come with a pair of 10" long knitting needles in size 8 (5mm) or size 9 (5.5mm). Everyone else: Come in with your current project or the materials (yarn and needles) you'll need to start a project. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.  Photo by Margarida Afonso on Unsplash

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Attention book lovers: Join us in person for an informal meeting to share your thoughts about a book you recently read or a favorite you'd like to recommend. Become acquainted with other readers – and find out what they are reading. You'll probably hear about books you'd like to read and in genres you may not have considered. We’ll meet the second Friday of each month. Registration is recommended but not required. You may register on the library’s website, by phone, or in person at any Chicago Public Library location. Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago  and  Friends of the Edgewater Library . Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join Ms. Anne for an interactive program featuring read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Tips for children's early literacy skill development are included for parents and caregivers. For children 6 to 36 months and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join us for a film screening of  Roofman (2025). Jeffrey Manchester, an inmate on the run, hides in a place no one would look for him — a toy store. When this paradise of fun becomes a prison of loneliness, he falls for the one thing that can stop him from getting away . . . love. Registration is recommended but not required. Please register online or at the Edgewater Branch reference desk.  © Paramount Pictures, 125 minutes, rated R Community Cinema  is at a branch near you!  Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Please join Katie from the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) to discuss public transit accessibility. We will be discussing accessible public transportation, how to plan a trip, the RTA Fare Programs (Reduced Fare and Ride Free), as well as ADA Paratransit and the Taxi Access Program (TAP). For those interested in applying for a card, please bring an ID and proof of disability (if applicable). For those interested in applying for a Ride Free card, please complete the Benefit Access Program application through the Illinois Department on Aging prior to the event. There will be time after the presentation for questions and assistance with individual RTA applications. Registration is recommended but not required. You may register on the library's website, by phone, or in person at any Chicago Public Library location. Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago . Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Image Source:  Regional Transportation Authority

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, Second Floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Use your STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills this summer as we explore Chicago science. In this session, explore yeast fermentation in pizza dough. For kids 6 and up with caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the program. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join Mr. Chris for story time where we'll share songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, movement and music. Followed by open play time. For kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

This monthly program helps older adults and new users understand their personal computer, phone or tablet. We’ll discuss the successes and pitfalls of using technology and how to resolve challenges when they arise. July's topic will be tech tips for traveling. Hosted by Michael Kennedy, a retired technology educator. Registration is recommended but not required. Please register online or at the Edgewater Branch reference desk. Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago . Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join us for community music jam sessions for musicians of all levels who play acoustic instruments.  Participants also may be singers and listeners. Sessions are one hour and include group playing, solo/small group playing and break/social time. Percussion instruments are provided, and participants are welcome to play them to keep a beat and enhance the music. Participants may bring portable keyboards/pianos, guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, violins, violas, cellos, basses or autoharps. Brass and woodwind instruments also are welcome. Sorry, no electric guitars, electric basses or drum kits. Music is provided in print form or projected on screen. We play songs of varying styles, including folk, country, pop, standards, jazz, classical, Broadway and seasonal. Players are encouraged to bring music stands, tuners or guitar capos. Percussion instruments include the cajon, hand drums, shakers, tambourine and djembe. We welcome all ages: adults, teens and families! Led by Edgewater’s own Mike Kennedy, a musician and retired music and technology teacher. This event is offered in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago .  How to Attend Registration is recommended but not required. Space may be limited. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Image source: Mike Kennedy

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical problems.  This program is for ages 8 to 80 and all skill levels are welcome, chess boards are included!   How to Attend Registration is recommended, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome! Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.  Photo by Selective Focus Photography of Chess Pieces ,  Randy Fath  /  Unsplash

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other knitters. This class is free, but knitters must supply their own materials. We meet every Thursday evening. PLEASE NOTE:  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.   If you are a new knitter (that is, have never knitted before) or are just learning but know a little: Please come with a pair of 10" long knitting needles in size 8 (5mm) or size 9 (5.5mm). Everyone else: Come in with your current project or the materials (yarn and needles) you'll need to start a project. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.  Photo by Margarida Afonso on Unsplash

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Our monthly Memory Café offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Activities at this event will vary at each meeting but will include games, arts and crafts, music, and more. Friends, family members, and community allies also are welcome! We’ll meet on the third Friday of every month. The first hour is reserved for the formal program; the second hour is set aside for socialization. Light refreshments will be served but feel free to bring a bagged lunch. There will also be a raffle for a special door prize! Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago ,  Renewal Memory Partners , and   Chicago Methodist Senior Services . Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join Ms. Anne for an interactive program featuring read-aloud books, songs and movement activities. Tips for children's early literacy skill development are included for parents and caregivers. For children 6 to 36 months and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join us for a film screening of " Wuthering Heights" (2026). As Cathy Linton nears death, she finds herself in a loop of memories while coming to terms with the truth of the world she's lived and loved in. Registration is recommended but not required. Please register online or at the Edgewater Branch reference desk.  © Warner Bros., 135 minutes, rated R Community Cinema  is at a branch near you!  Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Do you like building different objects and making your imagination come to life? If so, drop in for some design challenges and open play time with our collection of LEGO bricks! Afterwards, we will display your creation in the library. We supply the LEGO bricks; you supply the imagination! For kids 5 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join Mr. Chris for story time where we'll share songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, movement and music. Followed by open play time. For kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other knitters. This class is free, but knitters must supply their own materials. We meet every Thursday evening. PLEASE NOTE:  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.   If you are a new knitter (that is, have never knitted before) or are just learning but know a little: Please come with a pair of 10" long knitting needles in size 8 (5mm) or size 9 (5.5mm). Everyone else: Come in with your current project or the materials (yarn and needles) you'll need to start a project. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.  Photo by Margarida Afonso on Unsplash

Edgewater, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Grammy® nominated artist Nanny Nikki loves to sing and to bring life to classic children's songs for early childhood as well as some original music. Join her for a fun, high energy and interactive musical show including sing-along songs, dancing, puppets and more!  For ages 0 to 6. How to Attend Register by 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Join us for community music jam sessions for musicians of all levels who play acoustic instruments.  Participants also may be singers and listeners. Sessions are one hour and include group playing, solo/small group playing and break/social time. Percussion instruments are provided, and participants are welcome to play them to keep a beat and enhance the music. Participants may bring portable keyboards/pianos, guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, violins, violas, cellos, basses or autoharps. Brass and woodwind instruments also are welcome. Sorry, no electric guitars, electric basses or drum kits. Music is provided in print form or projected on screen. We play songs of varying styles, including folk, country, pop, standards, jazz, classical, Broadway and seasonal. Players are encouraged to bring music stands, tuners or guitar capos. Percussion instruments include the cajon, hand drums, shakers, tambourine and djembe. We welcome all ages: adults, teens and families! Led by Edgewater’s own Mike Kennedy, a musician and retired music and technology teacher. This event is offered in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago .  How to Attend Registration is recommended but not required. Space may be limited. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Image source: Mike Kennedy

Edgewater, Betty A. Barclay Community Room, 2nd floor, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Letters to America is a citywide letter-writing project to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. Chicagoans are invited to reflect on their lives, communities and experiences in Chicago and how those stories connect to a broader American story. Letters will become part of an archival collection at CPL. Join us as we sit down and write Letters to America. Not sure what to write about? Think about your life in 2026 and tell a story. Topics could include: a place in Chicago that matters to you; something Chicago has taught you; a time you acted or saw others in your Chicago community act; an aspect of Chicago culture that has shaped you; or an experience in Chicago that reveals something about America. Materials will be provided. Writers must be at least 18 for letters to be archived.  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.