Free Classes

Have You Got Game?: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Mount Greenwood (11010 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60655). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Come find out at our family game day! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 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, Merlo (644 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Bring the family to these fun-filled and lively story times. 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.

Open Play: a free program at Chicago Public Library, South Shore (2505 E. 73rd Street, Chicago, IL 60649). When: Saturday, Nov 28, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. Learn, create and discover through PLAY! 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.

Adult Bingo: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Pullman (11001 S. Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join us for a fun-filled hour of the timeless classic B I N G O. For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Zone: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Near North (310 W. Division Street, Chicago, IL 60610). When: Nov 10 to Nov 24, several dates, 2026, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Come to Near North every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5pm for games, crafts, and good old fashioned hanging out! For: Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Board Games: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Little Italy (1336 W. Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60607). When: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for a chill (or competitive!) afternoon of tabletop games and puzzles. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Open Shop: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Gage Park (2807 W. 55th Street, Chicago, IL 60632). When: Nov 17 and Nov 24, 2026, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Drop in during Open Shop to: Get a brief software overview Find out how we can help with your project Check out what people are making Use an electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your... For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Gaming: a free program at Chicago Public Library, North Pulaski (4300 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639). When: Nov 13 and Nov 20, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Join us for some fun on our Nintendo Switch. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Adult Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures: a free program at Chicago Public Library, McKinley Park (1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Join McKinley Park for a discussion of a different book each month. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Altgeld (955 E. 131st Street, Chicago, IL 60827). When: Nov 17 and Nov 24, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Join us for story time, where children enjoy fun stories, songs and activities. 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.

Adult Book Discussion: Coast Road: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Lawn (6120 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please join us for a discussion of The Coast Road by Alan Murrin. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Crafty Kids: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Bee (3647 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Nov 12 and Nov 19, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Looking for something to do after school? For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.