Free Classes

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Interwoven: Cardboard Loom Weaving: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Altgeld (955 E. 131st Street, Chicago, IL 60827). When: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Join Chicago artist Shaquita Reed for a hands-on weaving workshop where participants will explore identity and personal history through fiber. For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years. Full details on the library's page.

Autumn Bingo & Hot Cider Social for Seniors: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Kelly (6151 S. Normal Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60621). When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join us for Autumn Bingo & Hot Cider at our Senior Social Circle! For: Seniors: 55 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Board Game Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Clearing (6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638). When: Nov 16 and Nov 30, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Do you enjoy modern board games but can't find anyone to game with? 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. UV Resin Christmas Ornaments for kids: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Greater Grand Crossing (1000 E. 73rd Street, Chicago, IL 60619). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Kids can make their own shiny Christmas ornaments using safe UV resin molds and fun decorations. For: 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. Tween Maker Lab at Thomas Hughes Children's Library: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center (400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60605). When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Try out our 3D printer and other STEAM equipment after school! For: Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Music For Self-Care: Share Your Favorite Song!: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Austin (5615 W. Race Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644). When: Thursday, Nov 19, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. As an alternative to a book club, this is a song club, where each patron chooses one song to share with others in a communal setting, then we each go around the room discussing our reactions, thoughts and overall... For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Story Time at Pullman: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Pullman (11001 S. Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us each week for story time at the library! For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Story Time at Pullman: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Pullman (11001 S. Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Mondays, Nov 16 to 30, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us each week for story time at the library! For: Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Messy Art: Holiday Ornaments: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Archer Heights (5055 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Get into the festive spirit by decorating holiday ornaments! 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.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. A Taste of The Nutcracker with Hyde Park School of Dance: a free program at Chicago Public Library, King (3436 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us as the Hyde Park School of Dance performs scenes from Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet The Nutcracker . For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years, Toddlers: 18 to 36 months, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Grab and Go Kits: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Scottsdale (4101 W. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60652). When: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Stop by the branch to pick up a grab and go kit. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Trivia Night at Canaryville: Holiday Fun Edition: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Canaryville (642 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Join us for a trivia game. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.