Storytimes near JEFFERY MANOR BRANCH

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Kids can move through interactive build stations. Each session invited children to stretch their imaginations as they design, problem-solve and construct everything using some of their favorite building tools: LEGO®, Magna-Tiles and Minecraft-inspired blocks.  For kids ages 6 to 13. How to Attend Register 24 hours before event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us for a special drop-in event in celebration of Disability Pride month at Chicago Public Library. Stop by the Jeffery Manor Branch lobby to meet with Katie from the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) for personal assistance with applications for 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 coming in. 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

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Learn the basics of choosing native plants for your home garden in this beginner-friendly workshop. Participants will explore what makes a plant native, why native species are important for local ecosystems, and which plants thrive best in our region. We will discuss planting conditions such as sun, shade, and soil needs, along with proper watering and seasonal care. Native plants support birds, butterflies, bees, and other pollinators while creating beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes. This session is perfect for anyone interested in gardening, conservation, or creating a more sustainable yard. No prior gardening experience is needed.  Presented by the Chicago Park District-Marian R. Byrnes Park 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Test your hometown sports knowledge in this fast‑paced Chicago Sports Trivia Challenge. From historic championships to iconic players, compete to see who truly knows the city’s greatest sports. How to Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Register at least 24 hours before the event. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom. 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. Attending CPL Online Events Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs .

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us as we make Chicago-inspired crafts during the summer. There is a different craft each week. For kids 6-13.  How to Attend Please register at least 24 hours before the event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us for a viewing of the documentary, Chicago Stories: Pullman and the Railroad Rebellion, followed by a discussion.  In 1864, the powerful industrialist and engineer George Pullman brought luxury to train travel with his revolutionary sleeping cars, where passengers were served by an army of former slaves who became known as Pullman Porters and Maids. Pullman established a company town for employees that gave him complete authority over every aspect of their lives. Audio-narrated descriptions are available WTTW Chicago Stories -  56 min -  NR 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Kids can move through interactive build stations. Each session invited children to stretch their imaginations as they design, problem-solve and construct everything using some of their favorite building tools: LEGO®, Magna-Tiles and Minecraft-inspired blocks.  For kids ages 6 to 13. How to Attend Register 24 hours before event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

What is adult guardianship? What do you do if someone needs a guardian? Who can act as a guardian? These questions and more will be answered in this presentation. Join us to learn about the legal process involved in obtaining adult guardianship, the role and services of the Public Guardian’s Office, the duties of all guardians in Illinois, and alternatives and less restrictive guardianships. Presented by Tom Brennan, an attorney with over 30 years’ experience with the Office of the Cook County Public Guardian . July is Disability Pride Month at Chicago Public Library. Celebrate individuals with disabilities during Disability Pride Month in conjunction with the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act in July. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Do you enjoy high‑quality craft beer? Award‑winning master home brewer Scott Pointon will guide participants through the rich world of home brewing, covering essential equipment, key ingredients, brewing steps, and helpful resources for aspiring brew masters. This engaging program blends Chicagoland’s brewing heritage with hands‑on knowledge, perfect for anyone curious about the art and science behind great beer.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Step into Miss Make-Believe’s wonderfully unique world of magic, storytelling and lots of laughter! Experience a magical picnic where we explore themes of kindness, creativity, nature and community. Fun for all ages. For kids 0 to 13. How to Attend Register by 1 p.m. Thursday, July 16. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Come join the Jeffery Manor Branch for an informative slide presentation on AfriCobra, who are arguably one of the longest practicing and preeminent artist collective of the modern era. Learn of their Chicago origins and most significantly, their unique approach to creating an African American aesthetic in the visual arts.  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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us as we make Chicago-inspired crafts during the summer. There is a different craft each week. For kids 6-13.  How to Attend Please register at least 24 hours before the event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

This art making workshop is inspired by two exhibitions,  Willem de Kooning Drawing  and  Beyond Form: Abstraction at Midcentury , both on view at the Art Institute in Summer 2026. These exhibitions feature artists around the globe who, at midcentury (1940-1970s), in the aftermath of World War II and other life-altering historical and political events, turned to the experience and transformative power of abstraction to grapple with their new realities. Looking to action and gesture-based abstraction, this workshop explores energetic and spontaneous mark-making as a mode of personal expression and liberation. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Explore bilingual world-building and song with Otto Anzures Dadda and friends as they celebrate building community through puppetry. Changosnakedog and Friends delivers a vibrant, interactive, multicultural and bilingual live music experience featuring puppet rockstars. For families with kids 3 and up. Presented in partnership with The Goodman Theatre. An epic citywide year-long event— 100 Free Acts of Theater —activates all 50 wards of Chicago. Designed as a celebration of the artistic fabric of Chicago, The Goodman is partnering with Chicago Public Library and organizations across the city during its Centennial Season to amplify existing programming and collaborate on new efforts. How to Attend Register by 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 21. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Tech for Seniors is a friendly, hands-on workshop designed to help older adults build confidence using smartphones, tablets, and computers. Participants learn essential digital skills at their own pace with patient guidance and plenty of time for questions. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Kids can move through interactive build stations. Each session invited children to stretch their imaginations as they design, problem-solve and construct everything using some of their favorite building tools: LEGO®, Magna-Tiles and Minecraft-inspired blocks.  For kids ages 6 to 13. How to Attend Register 24 hours before event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join Tanya Smith of Greeley‑Howard‑Norlin‑Smith Land Surveying & Map Making for a fascinating look at the evolution of surveying and mapmaking in the United States, Illinois, and the Chicagoland area. Drawing from her family’s remarkable 170‑year‑old archive, Smith will showcase historic maps, atlases, surveying instruments, and tools including detailed maps of the South Deering, South Shore, Jeffery Manor, and South Chicago communities that will appeal to anyone interested in local history, geography, or how our region was shaped. 

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us as we make Chicago-inspired crafts during the summer. There is a different craft each week. For kids 6-13.  How to Attend Please register at least 24 hours before the event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Kids can move through interactive build stations. Each session invited children to stretch their imaginations as they design, problem-solve and construct everything using some of their favorite building tools: LEGO®, Magna-Tiles and Minecraft-inspired blocks.  For kids ages 6 to 13. How to Attend Register 24 hours before event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us for a fast and fun speed puzzle race, where you work together to complete a 100 or 200 piece puzzle as quickly as you can. Enjoy friendly competition, teamwork and lots of laughs as you race the clock to finish first! For kids 6 and up. How to Attend Register 24 hours before event. 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us for a viewing of the documentary, DuSable to Obama: Chicago's Black Metropolis, followed by a discussion.  WTTW  -  72 min -  NR 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.

Jeffery Manor, 2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617

Can you use AI with just a smartphone? Absolutely—in fact, there's a good chance you already have. Join us to learn what AI might already be built into your device, how to use it safely, and what additional apps or mobile-friendly tools might be useful to explore. Presented by Wright to Learn. 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.