Storytimes near SHERMAN PARK BRANCH

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for games, crafts or other activities.  For ages 6 to 13. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Únase a nosotros para juegos, artesanias u otras actividades.  Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Los niños menores de 11 años deben estar acompañados por un cuidador adulto. How to Attend Register by 4 p.m. the day 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.  Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.  Cómo Asistir Registrarse antes de las 4 p.m. del día anterior al evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse es necesario utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de uno de los padres o tutores. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de los colegios pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de la CPL. Debido a limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número total de niños y adultos como asistentes cuando se registre. 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 de lenguaje 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 hacerse por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us as we spend the afternoon playing Bingo and Loteria!  ¡Únete a nosotras mientras pasamos la tarde jugando Bingo y Loteria! 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 lenguaje 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games and pen and paper roleplaying games. For tweens and teens 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

A pair of workshops guiding participants through creating their own paintings of Chicago's flag and iconic skyline, as well as Sherman Park Lagoon's iconic bridge, led by visiting artist Dana Phipps. For teens and tweens 12 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for games, crafts or other activities.  For ages 6 to 13. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Únase a nosotros para juegos, artesanias u otras actividades.  Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Los niños menores de 11 años deben estar acompañados por un cuidador adulto. How to Attend Register by 4 p.m. the day 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.  Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.  Cómo Asistir Registrarse antes de las 4 p.m. del día anterior al evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse es necesario utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de uno de los padres o tutores. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de los colegios pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de la CPL. Debido a limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número total de niños y adultos como asistentes cuando se registre. 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 de lenguaje 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 hacerse por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

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 but kids and teens are welcome to participate. How to Attend Registration is encouraged but not required. Register by the start of 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games and pen and paper roleplaying games. For tweens and teens 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for games, crafts or other activities.  For ages 6 to 13. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Únase a nosotros para juegos, artesanias u otras actividades.  Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Los niños menores de 11 años deben estar acompañados por un cuidador adulto. How to Attend Register by 4 p.m. the day 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.  Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.  Cómo Asistir Registrarse antes de las 4 p.m. del día anterior al evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse es necesario utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de uno de los padres o tutores. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de los colegios pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de la CPL. Debido a limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número total de niños y adultos como asistentes cuando se registre. 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 de lenguaje 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 hacerse por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us as we learn basic computer skills using online resources such as Microsoft Word, Resume Builder, Overdrive, Chicago DigitalLearn and more. 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us every Tuesday to sample our technological offerings. We have a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, laptops and a Nintendo Switch for gaming and even musical instruments! We also have card games, board games and pen and paper roleplaying games. For tweens and teens 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Come hang out in our YOUmedia space and work those creative muscles! You can draw, paint, knit or embroider, as well as design and print 3D objects and make your own stickers with our Cricut vinyl cutter.  For ages 10 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

We bring the zoo to you! Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world. There is something for everyone. In this interactive presentation, kids of all ages will get a chance to meet a selection of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and insects. For ages 3 and up. How to Attend Register by 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 29. 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 only the total number of children 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us for games, crafts or other activities.  For ages 6 to 13. Kids under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Únase a nosotros para juegos, artesanias u otras actividades.  Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Los niños menores de 11 años deben estar acompañados por un cuidador adulto. How to Attend Register by 4 p.m. the day 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.  Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.  Cómo Asistir Registrarse antes de las 4 p.m. del día anterior al evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Para registrarse es necesario utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de uno de los padres o tutores. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de los colegios pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de la CPL. Debido a limitaciones de espacio, por favor incluya el número total de niños y adultos como asistentes cuando se registre. 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 de lenguaje 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 hacerse por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join Jonathan Schlesinger, the Chicago Urban Fishing Program Coordinator with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, to learn about some of the amazing fish found in Chicago and how you can enjoy fishing this summer. Jonathan will review the basics of how you can get into this healthy, fun, activity without having to spend a lot of money. 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

A vision board is a tool to help you visualize your dreams and goals. We're creating a vision board by arranging pictures, images and words on poster boards. Materials are provided. For adults, teens and kids 6 and up. How to Attend Register by the start of 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. Un tablero de visión es una herramienta que le ayuda a visualizar sus sueños y metas. Estamos creando un tablero de visión organizando fotografías, imágenes y palabras en cartulinas. Se proporcionan materiales. Para adultos, adolescentes y niños a partir de 6 años. Cómo asistir Regístrese antes del inicio del evento. La Biblioteca Pública de Chicago no puede recopilar información personal en línea de niños de 0 a 13 años. Se debe utilizar la dirección de correo electrónico de un padre o tutor para registrarse. Como recordatorio, las direcciones de correo electrónico de las escuelas pueden bloquear correos electrónicos externos como los de CPL. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje 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.

Sherman Park, 5440 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609

Join us as we learn basic computer skills using online resources such as Microsoft Word, Resume Builder, Overdrive, Chicago DigitalLearn and more. 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.