Storytimes near BLACKSTONE BRANCH

Blackstone, Auditorium, Lower Level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Come make new friends and have fun as we sing and play together. For children 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, lower level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical challenges. All skill levels are welcome. For adults, teens and 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Do you want to learn English? Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Join our conversation group with Literacy Chicago and improve your ability to communicate. This group focuses on having lively discussions about current events, life in Chicago, and many other topics. Learn to be more confident in expressing yourself in English, gain conversational vocabulary, meet new people, and have fun! You should register online at the Literacy Chicago online enrollment website before attending your first session. For more information visit Literacy Chicago or call (312) 858-6020. ¿Quiere aprender inglés? ¿Quiere practicar hablar y comprender inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación con Literacy Chicago y mejore su capacidad de comunicarse. Debe registrarse en línea en el sitio web de inscripción de Literacy Chicago antes de asistir a su primera sesión. Para obtener más información, visite Literacy Chicago o llame al (312) 858-6020. 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.

Blackstone, Children's area, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts and engineers! We show you how to build with mini-bricks as we take on building challenges and do some open-ended free play. Join us to make new friends while building STEAM skills. For ages 4 to 12. 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.

Blackstone, Children's area, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Enjoy songs, rhymes and books with your baby to develop language skills and a love of reading. For infants and toddlers 0 to 18 months with a caregiver. 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for a fun painting activity, create a work of art while enjoying some juice. Painting supplies will be provided, registration is required.  For ages 7 to 13. How to Attend Register by 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

From beginners to native speakers, all are welcome to come and enjoy speaking Spanish in this community-led program. If you have any questions, please reach out. Nos vemos! 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, Lower Level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Come make new friends and have fun as we sing and play together. For children 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, lower level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical challenges. All skill levels are welcome. For adults, teens and 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Do you want to learn English? Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Join our conversation group with Literacy Chicago and improve your ability to communicate. This group focuses on having lively discussions about current events, life in Chicago, and many other topics. Learn to be more confident in expressing yourself in English, gain conversational vocabulary, meet new people, and have fun! You should register online at the Literacy Chicago online enrollment website before attending your first session. For more information visit Literacy Chicago or call (312) 858-6020. ¿Quiere aprender inglés? ¿Quiere practicar hablar y comprender inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación con Literacy Chicago y mejore su capacidad de comunicarse. Debe registrarse en línea en el sitio web de inscripción de Literacy Chicago antes de asistir a su primera sesión. Para obtener más información, visite Literacy Chicago o llame al (312) 858-6020. 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.

Blackstone, Children's Area, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

It's time to design your own cake with color and detail. We will then tease our tastebuds with a cake creation made by you! For kids 6 to 13. How to Attend Register by 8 p.m. Monday, July 20. 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for a fun craft activity where you can make and decorate a paper house! All materials are provided.  For kids 7 to 13. 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

From beginners to native speakers, all are welcome to come and enjoy speaking Spanish in this community-led program. If you have any questions, please reach out. Nos vemos! 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, Lower Level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Come make new friends and have fun as we sing and play together. For children 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, lower level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Want to learn chess or sharpen your skills? Come join us for open chess play, game analysis and tactical challenges. All skill levels are welcome. For adults, teens and 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Do you want to learn English? Do you want to practice speaking and understanding English and improve your communications skills? Join our conversation group with Literacy Chicago and improve your ability to communicate. This group focuses on having lively discussions about current events, life in Chicago, and many other topics. Learn to be more confident in expressing yourself in English, gain conversational vocabulary, meet new people, and have fun! You should register online at the Literacy Chicago online enrollment website before attending your first session. For more information visit Literacy Chicago or call (312) 858-6020. ¿Quiere aprender inglés? ¿Quiere practicar hablar y comprender inglés y mejorar sus habilidades comunicativas? Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación con Literacy Chicago y mejore su capacidad de comunicarse. Debe registrarse en línea en el sitio web de inscripción de Literacy Chicago antes de asistir a su primera sesión. Para obtener más información, visite Literacy Chicago o llame al (312) 858-6020. 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.

Blackstone, Children's area, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts and engineers! We show you how to build with mini-bricks as we take on building challenges and do some open-ended free play. Join us to make new friends while building STEAM skills. For ages 4 to 12. 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.

Blackstone, Children's area, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Enjoy songs, rhymes and books with your baby to develop language skills and a love of reading. For infants and toddlers 0 to 18 months with a caregiver. 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Stars on Strings is a family-friendly musical marionette variety show which features marionettes handcrafted by Chicago-based marionette master Dave Herzog. Our wooden stars on strings perform an amazing array of acts including skating, tightrope walking, magical transformations, trapeze skills and much, much more! All these tricks are accompanied by toe-tapping music and performed at the hands of a master puppeteer with over fifty years’ experience entertaining children and families.  For ages 3 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.

Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

From beginners to native speakers, all are welcome to come and enjoy speaking Spanish in this community-led program. If you have any questions, please reach out. Nos vemos! 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.

Blackstone, Auditorium, Lower Level, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Come make new friends and have fun as we sing and play together. For children 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.