Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near WEST BELMONT BRANCH from the public library calendar.
3104 NORTH NARRAGANSETT AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60634
Upcoming events
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Come make a craft, play a game, enjoy some snacks, watch a movie, or listen to music. 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.
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Build amazing models inspired by Chicago. Use historic photos for ideas or make up your own design. We provide the bricks, you add imagination and skill. Your projects will be on display in the branch for everyone to admire. DUPLO® bricks for younger siblings are also available. For ages 6 and up. Construye increíbles maquetas inspiradas en Chicago. Utiliza fotos históricas como fuente de inspiración o crea tu propio diseño. Nosotros ponemos los ladrillos; tú, la imaginación y tu habilidad. Tus proyectos se expondrán en la sucursal para que todos puedan admirarlos. También hay disponibles ladrillos DUPLO® para los hermanos más pequeños. Para niños a partir de 6 años. 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 signos u otra ayuda en materia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar las adaptaciones necesarias. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for a family screening of Into the Spider-Verse . After a bite from a radioactive spider, Miles Morales becomes the one and only Spider-Man. When a dimensional gateway opens up, Miles soon realizes he isn't the only spider superhero as he meets many different versions of spiderman from other universes, including the original Peter Parker. © Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - 117 min - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you. Check out other screenings. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Being Bilingual Rocks! is an interactive, bilingual (Spanish/English) music and movement experience for children and families. This joyful, family-friendly program supports early learning, family engagement and multicultural appreciation. For families with kids ages 0 to 8. «¡Ser bilingüe mola!» es una experiencia interactiva y bilingüe (español/inglés) de música y movimiento dirigida a niños y familias. Este programa alegre y apto para toda la familia fomenta el aprendizaje temprano, la participación familiar y el aprecio por la diversidad cultural. Para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. Accesibilidad 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 signos u otra ayuda en materia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar las adaptaciones necesarias. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Discover the excitement of Lotería, a traditional Mexican game similar to Bingo. What to expect: Game play: Enjoy multiple rounds of Lotería with colorful game boards and iconic illustrations. Prizes: Shout "¡Lotería!" and win a prize. Fun for all ages: Whether you're a seasoned player or a first-timer, everyone is welcome. For families with kids 3 and up. Descubre la emoción de la Lotería, un juego tradicional mexicano similar al Bingo. Qué esperar: Juego: Disfruta de varias rondas de Lotería con coloridos tableros e ilustraciones icónicas. Premios: Grita "¡Lotería!" y gana un premio. Diversión para todas las edades: Tanto si eres un jugador experimentado como si es tu primera vez, todos son bienvenidos. Para familias con niños a partir de 3 años. 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 ¿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.
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
CircEsteem's Performance Troupe, made up of youth ages 12 to 18, will amaze and delight you as they perform circus skills such as juggling, stilt walking, tumbling and balance. After the show, audience members will be able interact with the performers and try out a variety of circus skills. No need to run away to join the circus, just come to your local library instead! For ages 3 and up. How to Attend Register by 2 p.m. 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 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.
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Come make a craft, play a game, enjoy some snacks, watch a movie, or listen to music. 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.
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Using needles and embroidery floss, make a felt-corner bookmark stitched with icons inspired by 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.
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Bring the kids for an interactive story time filled with books, fingerplays, songs and rhymes, as well as free play time or an occasional craft after the program. For children 0 to 5 with a participating adult. Groups of four or more, please call the branch to register. Traiga a los niños para la hora de cuentos interactivos lleno de libros, canciones y rimas, seguida por tiempo de juego libre y ocasionalmente proyectos de manualidades después del programa. Para niños menores de 5 años acompañados por un adulto. Los grupos de cuatro o más personas deben llamar a la sucursal para inscribirse. 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 lengua de signos u otro tipo de asistencia 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 laborables antes del evento.
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for a screening of A Beautiful Mind. This film is engrossed in drama about John Nash, the volatile Nobel Prize-winning mathematician. © Universal Pictures -- 136 minutes -- PG-13. 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.
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
If you like cooking or just browsing through cookbooks, join West Belmont's Cookbook Club as we explore new cooking styles and themes each month. Feel free to bring a sample dish to share. July's title is Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes by Jessie Sheehan. Copies will be available at the West Belmont Branch Circulation Desk. Online Registration is Suggested. 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.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Come build wind chimes out of terracotta pots and beads, then paint the pots however you like to create a beautiful decoration for you home or yard! For kids 6 to 13. ¡Ven a crear campanas de viento con macetas y perlas, y pinta las macetas para crear una bonita decoración para tu casa o tu jardín! Para niños de 6 a 13 años. 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.
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Come make a craft, play a game, enjoy some snacks, watch a movie, or listen to music. 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.
11:30 AM to 12:15 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
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.
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Build amazing models inspired by Chicago. Use historic photos for ideas or make up your own design. We provide the bricks, you add imagination and skill. Your projects will be on display in the branch for everyone to admire. DUPLO® bricks for younger siblings are also available. For ages 6 and up. Construye increíbles maquetas inspiradas en Chicago. Utiliza fotos históricas como fuente de inspiración o crea tu propio diseño. Nosotros ponemos los ladrillos; tú, la imaginación y tu habilidad. Tus proyectos se expondrán en la sucursal para que todos puedan admirarlos. También hay disponibles ladrillos DUPLO® para los hermanos más pequeños. Para niños a partir de 6 años. 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 signos u otra ayuda en materia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar las adaptaciones necesarias. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.
2:00 PM to 3:45 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for a family screening of Zootopia . In this clever and hilarious animated adventure set in a city inhabited by anthropomorphic animals, an uptight rabbit police officer is forced to work with a charismatic fox con artist to get to the bottom of a major case involving the disappearance of carnivorous citizens. © Walt Disney Pictures - 108 min - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you. Check out other screenings. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Bring the kids for an interactive story time filled with books, fingerplays, songs and rhymes, as well as free play time or an occasional craft after the program. For children 0 to 5 with a participating adult. Groups of four or more, please call the branch to register. Traiga a los niños para la hora de cuentos interactivos lleno de libros, canciones y rimas, seguida por tiempo de juego libre y ocasionalmente proyectos de manualidades después del programa. Para niños menores de 5 años acompañados por un adulto. Los grupos de cuatro o más personas deben llamar a la sucursal para inscribirse. 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 lengua de signos u otro tipo de asistencia 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 laborables antes del evento.
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join neighbors for a lively monthly book discussion. July's title is How to Solve your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin. "A dual narrative, feel good mystery in which a woman, Frances, spends a lifetime trying to prevent her murder as predicted by a fortune teller at a country fair when she was just 17. When she is in fact murdered nearly 60 years later, her great niece Annie must solve the crime to avenge her great aunt's death, and in so doing uncovers the dark heart of the quaint English village of Castle Knoll, where she might just find herself in the path of the killer"--from the publisher. Copies are available to checkout at the West Belmont Branch circulation desk. Many titles are also available as eBooks or eAudiobooks on the Hoopla and/or Libby app. 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.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us at the West Belmont Branch as we sip on juice boxes and paint masterpieces! For kids 6 to 13. ¡Acompáñanos en West Belmont para disfrutar de un jugo y pintar obras maestras! Para niños de 6 a 13 años. 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.
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun! Come make a craft, play a game, enjoy some snacks, watch a movie, or listen to music. 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.
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
West Belmont, 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
Bring the kids for an interactive story time filled with books, fingerplays, songs and rhymes, as well as free play time or an occasional craft after the program. For children 0 to 5 with a participating adult. Groups of four or more, please call the branch to register. Traiga a los niños para la hora de cuentos interactivos lleno de libros, canciones y rimas, seguida por tiempo de juego libre y ocasionalmente proyectos de manualidades después del programa. Para niños menores de 5 años acompañados por un adulto. Los grupos de cuatro o más personas deben llamar a la sucursal para inscribirse. 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 lengua de signos u otro tipo de asistencia 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 laborables antes del evento.