Storytimes near BESSIE COLEMAN BRANCH

Coleman, YOUmedia Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join us on a sound walk as we explore the Woodlawn neighborhood. Listen deeply to our surroundings while learning about bird watching, flowers in bloom and ambient sounds in nature using your mobile device and binoculars.   *Weather permitting  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.

Coleman, Community Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join the staff of Bessie Coleman Branch and Dr. Theresa Robinson for a hands-on, multi-sensory afternoon where technology meets tranquility. Teens will use tools to generate personalized aromatherapy blends, then use their custom scents to create moisturizing lip balm, fizzy bath bombs or soap. While the creations set, we will utilize sound to relax, de-stress, and rejuvenate. Teens will leave with their own handmade personalized wellness products to bring the spa home! All materials are provided.

Coleman, YOUmedia Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join us on a sound walk as we explore the Woodlawn neighborhood. Listen deeply to our surroundings while learning about bird watching, flowers in bloom and ambient sounds in nature using your mobile device and binoculars.   *Weather permitting  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.

Coleman, Community Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join the staff of Bessie Coleman Branch and Dr. Theresa Robinson for a hands-on, multi-sensory afternoon where technology meets tranquility. Teens will use tools to generate personalized aromatherapy blends, then use their custom scents to create moisturizing lip balm, fizzy bath bombs or soap. While the creations set, we will utilize sound to relax, de-stress, and rejuvenate. Teens will leave with their own handmade personalized wellness products to bring the spa home! All materials are provided.

Coleman, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

A galactic, coming-of-age adventure about the science of outer space and an artist's journey to embracing his unique passions. With engaging storytelling, puppetry and creative characters (a romantic star, a party-loving photon, and a mischievous alien), Captain Curiosity brings the world of stars, black holes, light and color to life! Enjoy exploring connections between art and science, all while touching on larger themes of empathy and change.  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.

Coleman, Community Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join us for an afternoon showcasing the appreciation of poetry. Read, recite and listen to readings of famous poets or bring your own poems. Share your talents with us! For teens, adults and seniors 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.

Coleman, YOUmedia Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join us on a sound walk as we explore the Woodlawn neighborhood. Listen deeply to our surroundings while learning about bird watching, flowers in bloom and ambient sounds in nature using your mobile device and binoculars.   *Weather permitting  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.

Coleman, Community Room, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Join Bessie Coleman Branch  celebrating all things Chicago with a screening of Ferris Bueller's Day Off . A charismatic high-school student convinces his repressed best friend to play hooky with him and his girlfriend and attempts to bring the young man out of his shell during a memorable day in Chicago. Paramount Pictures, Rated PG-13, Runtime 103 minutes. 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.