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High School Open Shop at Sulzer Regional (Nov 10)
Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. High School Open Shop: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Sulzer Regional (4455 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625). When: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us in our YOUmedia space for some hands on assistance using our maker equipment. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Full details on the library's page.
Come Play Chess with Us at Chicago Bee (Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24)
Come Play Chess with Us: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Bee (3647 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Image courtesy of: teachbesideme.com Come and join us at the Chicago Bee Library with facilitator eMadeline Morgan starting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 2pm to 3pm! For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
LEGO® Club at Douglass (Dec 7)
LEGO® Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Douglass (3353 W. 13th Street, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Build your own design or try out a design challenge. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
LEGO® Club at Douglass (Mondays, Nov 16 to 30)
LEGO® Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Douglass (3353 W. 13th Street, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Mondays, Nov 16 to 30, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Build your own design or try out a design challenge. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Make Something Awesome at South Chicago (Nov 17)
Make Something Awesome: a free program at Chicago Public Library, South Chicago (9055 S. Houston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for fun, hands-on art activities where you can get creative and make something awesome! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Candy Crunching Seek-and-Find at West Englewood (Nov 12 and Nov 19)
Candy Crunching Seek-and-Find: a free program at Chicago Public Library, West Englewood (1745 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60636). When: Nov 12 and Nov 19, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Obtain a seek-and-find sheet and win candy by competing against the clock or against others. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Seed Library: Seeds Available at Austin (Nov 13)
Seed Library: Seeds Available: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Austin (5615 W. Race Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644). When: Friday, Nov 13, 2026, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you are interested in growing your own flowers, we have seeds available for our patrons to take and use at home. For: Adults: 18 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Candy Crunching Seek-and-Find at West Englewood (Dec 3)
Candy Crunching Seek-and-Find: a free program at Chicago Public Library, West Englewood (1745 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60636). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Obtain a seek-and-find sheet and win candy by competing against the clock or against others. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Open Play Wednesdays at Hegewisch (Wednesdays, Nov 11 to 25)
Open Play Wednesdays: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Hegewisch (3048 E. 130th Street, Chicago, IL 60633). When: Wednesdays, Nov 11 to 25, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Open play with building blocks and other age-appropriate building toys. For: Toddlers: 18 to 36 months. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Beatmaking Basics at Jefferson Park (Nov 17)
Beatmaking Basics: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Jefferson Park (5363 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Song lyrics tell the story, but the beat carries the heart and soul. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.
Turkey Scavenger Hunt at Jeffery Manor (Nov 24)
Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Turkey Scavenger Hunt: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Jeffery Manor (2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Kids can explore the library on a fun turkey scavenger hunt, searching for hidden turkeys tucked into bookshelves and cozy corners as they make their way around the library. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.
Make Your Own Slime at Jeffery Manor (Nov 23)
Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Make Your Own Slime: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Jeffery Manor (2401 E. 100th Street, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Monday, Nov 23, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Get creative with us and make your own slime. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.