Storytimes near BACK OF THE YARDS BRANCH

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Create an abstract drawing inspired by the art of Richard Hunt during this open studio program designed in partnership with the Art Institute of 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Únete al Centro de Alfabetización de UIC y desarrolla tus habilidades en preparación para los exámenes del GED. Se requiere una prueba previa y registro. Recomendamos que los participantes traigan útiles de escritura y un cuaderno. Para asistir a esta clase, ya debes haberte registrado en las sesiones de información y prueba. Si te perdiste la sesión de información y deseas asistir a la clase, puedes comunicarte con la sucursal ( backoftheyards@chipublib.org ) o directamente con UIC al correo cfl@uic.edu o al teléfono 312-355-2130. Accesibilidad ¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llama al (312) 747-8184 o envía un correo a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. GED Sessions with UIC Center for Literacy Join UIC's Center for Literacy and build your skills in preparation for the GED subject tests. Prior testing and registration is required. We recommend registrants bring writing utensils and a notebook. To attend this class, you must already have registered at the info and testing sessions . If you missed the info session and would like to attend the class, you could either contact the branch (backoftheyards@chipublib.org) or contact UIC directly at cfl@uic.edu or 312-355-2130 . 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Bike Maintenance 101 is a presentation by  The Recyclery Collective about all the sorts of things that people who ride bikes should know. They'll cover basic bike maintenance to keep your bike in better condition for longer; quick and effective safety checks; how to know when you need more in-depth repairs; bike fitting and useful gear to make your bike as practical and comfortable as possible, and more! All participants are encouraged to bring their bikes; the first 5 people to sign up can have their bikes checked over by the mechanic (out loud, as a learning experience for the group), and get comprehensive recommendations about what repairs are needed in the short and long term. 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us in exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) through fun, hands-on activities. Build marble runs, make ice cream and balloon launchers and much more!  For kids 6 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. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Acompañanos para explorar STEAM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, arte y matemáticas) a través de actividades divertidas y prácticas. ¡Construye pistas para canicas, helado, lanzadores de globos, y mucho más! Para los niños 6 en adelante. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse con al menos 14 días hábiles de antelación al evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join the Back of the Yards staff for a screening of In the Heights . Click here to watch the trailer!   The scent of a cafecito caliente hangs in the air just outside the 181st Street subway stop. The likeable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi saves every penny from his daily grind as he hopes for, imagines, and sings about a better life. © Warner Home Video. 143 min- MPAA Rating PG-13 Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Stop in to create a unique, carved design to print on paper.  For teens 13 to 19. 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us at Back of the Yards Branch for Yoga with Chicago Tunes! Community member, Yoga in Vogue, will lead 45- minute sessions of yoga in this Saturday morning series. Some yoga mats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please dress for movement and bring a water bottle. As often as weather allows, this will be held on the lawn outside the library. For adults, teens and kids 6 and up. Fing out more about Dee Paola of Yoga in Vogue on their website:  https://www.yivlife.com/ 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. ----- ¡Únete a nosotros para Yoga with Chicago Tunes! Yoga in Vogue, miembro de la comunidad, dirigirá sesiones de yoga de 45 minutos en esta serie de sábados por la mañana. Algunas colchonetas de yoga estarán disponibles por orden de llegada. Por favor, vístase para el movimiento y traer una botella de agua. Siempre que el tiempo lo permita, esto se llevará a cabo en el césped fuera de la biblioteca. Para adultos, adolescentes y niños a partir de 6 años.  Descubre más sobre Dee Paola, de Yoga in Vogue, en su página web: https://www.yivlife.com/ Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access-chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for a story time filled with lively stories, songs and rhymes. Then stick around to play after the program or to make a craft. For kids 0 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. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Acompáñenos para una hora de cuentos repleta de historias animadas, canciones, y rimas. Quédense un rato para jugar después del programa o para hacer una manualidad. Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse con al menos 14 días hábiles de antelación al evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

 Join us as we create colorful objects and explore the Japanese art of folding paper.  For teens 13 to 19. 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Summer is for having fun AND for reading! Joins us as we read and do some fun activities based on some of our favorite books including Pete the Cat, Diary of Wimpy Kid and Dog Man. For families with children ages 6 and older.  ¡El verano es para divertirse Y para leer! ¡Acompáñanos a leer y hacer unas actividades divertidas basadas en algunos de nuestros favoritos libros, como Pete the Cat, Diary of a Wimpy Kid y Dog Man. Para familias con niños de 6 y en adelante.  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. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lengua de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Únete al Centro de Alfabetización de UIC y desarrolla tus habilidades en preparación para los exámenes del GED. Se requiere una prueba previa y registro. Recomendamos que los participantes traigan útiles de escritura y un cuaderno. Para asistir a esta clase, ya debes haberte registrado en las sesiones de información y prueba. Si te perdiste la sesión de información y deseas asistir a la clase, puedes comunicarte con la sucursal ( backoftheyards@chipublib.org ) o directamente con UIC al correo cfl@uic.edu o al teléfono 312-355-2130. Accesibilidad ¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llama al (312) 747-8184 o envía un correo a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. GED Sessions with UIC Center for Literacy Join UIC's Center for Literacy and build your skills in preparation for the GED subject tests. Prior testing and registration is required. We recommend registrants bring writing utensils and a notebook. To attend this class, you must already have registered at the info and testing sessions . If you missed the info session and would like to attend the class, you could either contact the branch (backoftheyards@chipublib.org) or contact UIC directly at cfl@uic.edu or 312-355-2130 . 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for some interactive and hands on programs in the Back of the Yards Branch outdoor space. We'll be getting messy, getting creative and having tons of fun!  For kids 5 to 10. 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. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Acompáñenos en el espacio al aire libre de la biblioteca Back of the Yards para participar en programas interactivos y prácticos. ¡Nos vamos a ensuciar, vamos a usar la creatividad, y nos vamos a divertir muchísimo! Para los niños de 5 a 10. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación de lengua de signos u otro tipo de asistencia para este acto? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitarlo. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días antes del evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Explore the world of sewing! Learn the basics of machine sewing and much more. All levels welcome. All sewing materials are provided! Participants are also encouraged to bring clothing and materials from home, if desired. Get a project pre-sewn with the machine by the librarian, and complete the project by hand sewing it using kid's needles. At the end of the program, take home a craft item which you have created yourself. 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. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ¡Descubre el mundo de la costura! Aprende los fundamentos de la costura a máquina y mucho más. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. ¡Se proporcionan todos los materiales de costura! También se anima a los participantes a traer ropa y materiales de casa, si lo desean. Recibe un proyecto precosido a máquina por el bibliotecario, y lo completa cosiendo a mano con agujas para niños. Al final del programa, llevase a casa una manualidad que ha creado ti mismo. Accesibilidad ¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otro tipo de ayuda de accesibilidad para este evento? Comunícate por teléfono al (312) 747-8184 o por correo electrónico access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes se deben hacer como mínimo 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Create an abstract drawing inspired by the art of Richard Hunt during this open studio program designed in partnership with the Art Institute of 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Únete al Centro de Alfabetización de UIC y desarrolla tus habilidades en preparación para los exámenes del GED. Se requiere una prueba previa y registro. Recomendamos que los participantes traigan útiles de escritura y un cuaderno. Para asistir a esta clase, ya debes haberte registrado en las sesiones de información y prueba. Si te perdiste la sesión de información y deseas asistir a la clase, puedes comunicarte con la sucursal ( backoftheyards@chipublib.org ) o directamente con UIC al correo cfl@uic.edu o al teléfono 312-355-2130. Accesibilidad ¿Necesitas interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llama al (312) 747-8184 o envía un correo a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. GED Sessions with UIC Center for Literacy Join UIC's Center for Literacy and build your skills in preparation for the GED subject tests. Prior testing and registration is required. We recommend registrants bring writing utensils and a notebook. To attend this class, you must already have registered at the info and testing sessions . If you missed the info session and would like to attend the class, you could either contact the branch (backoftheyards@chipublib.org) or contact UIC directly at cfl@uic.edu or 312-355-2130 . 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us in exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) through fun, hands-on activities. Build marble runs, make ice cream and balloon launchers and much more!  For kids 6 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. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Acompañanos para explorar STEAM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, arte y matemáticas) a través de actividades divertidas y prácticas. ¡Construye pistas para canicas, helado, lanzadores de globos, y mucho más! Para los niños 6 en adelante. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse con al menos 14 días hábiles de antelación al evento.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join the Back of the Yards staff for a screening of Wicked For Good . Click here to watch the trailer!   Elphaba, cast out as the Wicked Witch, hides in the forest, fighting for Oz's oppressed Animals and seeking to reveal the Wizard's lies. Glinda, now a beloved public figure, enjoys fame in Emerald City but is troubled by her lost bond with Elphaba. As she tries to reconcile them, tensions rise, affecting Boq, Fiyero, and Nessarose, especially when a girl from Kansas arrives. In the face of rising conflict, Elphaba and Glinda must reunite, confronting truth and empathy to change Oz forever. © Universal. 128 min- MPAA Rating PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Stop in to create a 3D collage to adorn a small tin with cute and colorful tiles, letters, and objects. For teens 13 to 19. 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.

Back of the Yards, 2111 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for a story time filled with lively stories, songs and rhymes. Then stick around to play after the program or to make a craft. For kids 0 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. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Acompáñenos para una hora de cuentos repleta de historias animadas, canciones, y rimas. Quédense un rato para jugar después del programa o para hacer una manualidad. Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor, llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse con al menos 14 días hábiles de antelación al evento.