Free Classes

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Galaxy Buttons: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Lincoln Park (1150 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Stop by the Teen Room for this fun, interstellar activity of making galaxy buttons! For: Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Multilingual Monday: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Lincoln Belmont (1659 W. Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years, Toddlers: 18 to 36 months. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Book to Art Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Uptown (929 W. Buena Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613). When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Join Librarian Tiffany for playful art-themed fun with stories, rhymes, songs and hands-on projects. For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Chicago Astronomer Sky Viewing: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Austin (5615 W. Race Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644). When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Join Chicago Astronomers and look at the sun, moon and sky through a telescope! For: Adults: 18 and up, Kids: 6 to 13 years, Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Crochet Club / Club de Tejer: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Little Village (2311 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Fridays, Nov 13 to 27, 2026, 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. ¡Teje en comunidad! For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Canvas and Conversation: a free program at Chicago Public Library, North Austin (5724 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639). When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Take time to unwind after a long day. For: Adults: 18 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Full details on the library's page.

Ramen Themed Plushies and Godzilla vs. Destroyah (1995): a free program at Chicago Public Library, Little Village (2311 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Eat ramen, make ramen themed plushies, and watch Godzilla vs. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Baby Music with Miss Ruby: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Edgewater (6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660). When: Nov 16 and Nov 23, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Join Miss Ruby for a 30-minute class full of silly songs, scarves, fingerplays and more for little musicians. 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.

Baby Music with Miss Ruby: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Edgewater (6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Join Miss Ruby for a 30-minute class full of silly songs, scarves, fingerplays and more for little musicians. 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.

LEGO® Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Canaryville (642 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Saturday, Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Love building different objects and making your imagination come to life? For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Grab and Go Kits: Popsicle Stick Scarecrow Craft: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Canaryville (642 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Saturdays, Nov 14 to 28, 2026, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Returning books or picking up movies for the weekend? For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Family Fun: Color a Turkey Mask: a free program at Chicago Public Library, McKinley Park (1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Most weeks we feature a drop-in activity which may include a simple STEM or craft activity, building materials, puzzles, toys or maybe even a coloring bonanza! 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.