Free Classes

Teen Nacho Bar: a free program at Chicago Public Library, South Shore (2505 E. 73rd Street, Chicago, IL 60649). When: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Build your own nacho plate with a variety of delicious toppings. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Winter Crochet Circle: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Little Village (2311 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Come out and crochet! For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Chefing Simple Snacks: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Legler Regional (115 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624). When: Monday, Nov 23, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Join us to practice our cooking skills by making simple snacks! For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Preschool Art Play and Read: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional (9525 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Nov 11 and Nov 18, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us as we learn about the elements of art through stories and guided art projects. For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Preschool Art Play and Read: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional (9525 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Wednesday, Dec 2, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us as we learn about the elements of art through stories and guided art projects. For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Perler Bead Keychains: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Thurgood Marshall (7506 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620). When: Saturday, Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Hang out and make a Thanksgiving-themed Perler bead creation. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Clay Pinch Pots Craft: a free program at Chicago Public Library, South Shore (2505 E. 73rd Street, Chicago, IL 60649). When: Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Join us as we learn about Indigenous cultures and make some clay pinch pots to take home! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Board Game Wednesdays: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Walker (11071 S. Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, IL 60643). When: Nov 18 and Nov 25, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. How does an evening of fun and games sound? For: Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Vibez Saturday Edition: Resin Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Lawn (6120 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629). When: Saturday, Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Create and design your own jewelry, coasters or paper weights. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Family Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Archer Heights (5055 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632). When: Nov 12 and Nov 19, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Start your day with stories, songs and fun for the whole family! For: Babies: 0 to 18 months, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years, Toddlers: 18 to 36 months. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Rediscover the Joy of Moving: From Simple Patterns to Creative Flow: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Hegewisch (3048 E. 130th Street, Chicago, IL 60633). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM. Join us for a fun and creative movement experience set to music! For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Cursive Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Thurgood Marshall (7506 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620). When: Sunday, Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join Ms. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.