Free Classes

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Home Succession Planning with the Center for Disability and Elder Law: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Dunning (7455 W. Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634). When: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join Jenny at Dunning and the Center for Disability & Elder law to learn how to protect your home using reliable legal tools such as Transfer on Death Instruments (TODIs). For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Family Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Thurgood Marshall (7506 S. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620). When: Thursday, Nov 19, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Join Ms. 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.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Vinyl Cutting 101: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Legler Regional (115 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624). When: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Have you ever wanted to learn how to use the electronic cutting machines like Cricut or Silhouette Cameo? For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. The Nutcracker Ballet Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Edgebrook (5331 W. Devon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646). When: Sunday, Dec 6, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The Dance and Music Acad emy is pleased to bring you a story time with Clara and friends, including a reading of The Nutcracker , a craft and a mini performance from the academy's dancers. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Pathfinders Fall Family Fun Day: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Austin (5615 W. Race Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644). When: Sunday, Nov 22, 2026, 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Pathfinders Fall Family Fun Day is an arts and storytelling celebration for rainbow families, chosen families, families of origin, and all those in between to enjoy various programs offered by Black and queer... For: Adults: 18 and up, Kids: 6 to 13 years, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years, Toddlers: 18 to 36 months, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. WTTW Kids Learn & Play: a free program at Chicago Public Library, West Loop (122 N. Aberdeen Street, Chicago, IL 60607). When: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. Calling all preschoolers! For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Full details on the library's page.

DIY Rolled Beeswax Candles: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Humboldt Park (1605 N. Troy Street, Chicago, IL 60647). When: Friday, Nov 20, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Light up your holiday table with DIY rolled beeswax candles! For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Play Along Tuesdays: Gaming Day: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Blackstone (4904 S. Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615). When: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Join Blackstone YOUMedia for some fun and play times on Tuesdays. 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. Anne Frank in Chicago: The Griffin MSI Exhibit: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Uptown (929 W. Buena Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613). When: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Dr. 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. Cricut Class: Create a Thanksgiving Theme Design: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Whitney M. Young, Jr. (415 E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619). When: Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join us to learn basic Cricut skills to create a Thanksgiving theme design. For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Create Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Budlong Woods (5630 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60659). When: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for fun activities inspired by favorite books. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Book Buddies: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Bucktown-Wicker Park (1701 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For kids learning to read or gaining confidence in reading (usually around ages 5 to 8) come read with a high school volunteer and play learning-to-read games with your family. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.