Free Classes

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Young Reader’s Book Club: The Lion of Mars: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Jefferson Park (5363 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630). When: Sunday, Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Curious what it might really feel like to grow up on Mars? For: Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Come, Stay, Play / Ven, Quédate, Juega: a free program at Chicago Public Library, North Pulaski (4300 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639). When: Nov 11 and Nov 18, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM. Drop in for open play featuring a mix of activities and social time for kids and their caregivers. 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 3D Printing Workshop: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Vodak-East Side (3710 E. 106th Street, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Monday, Nov 16, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Curious about 3D printing? For: Adults: 18 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. Science Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Bezazian (1226 W. Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL 60640). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for stories, crafts, experiments and hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) activities. For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Adult Craft Night: Junk Journaling: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Vodak-East Side (3710 E. 106th Street, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Monday, Nov 23, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Explore your creativity through collage, drawing, writing, and found materials in a relaxed, self-expressive environment. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Monday Evening Knit and Crochet Circle: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Wrightwood-Ashburn (8530 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60652). When: Monday, Nov 16, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM. Come to Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library on the 2nd and 3rd Monday evening of each month for our Knit and Crochet Circle! For: Adults: 18 and up, Seniors: 55 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Tween & Teen Christmas Ornament Decorating: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Lawn (6120 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Get creative this holiday season! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Teens: 13 to 19 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. Holiday Read‑Aloud and Craft Club for Beginning Readers: You Read to Me, I Read to You: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Uptown (929 W. Buena Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Join Ms. For: Babies: 0 to 18 months, Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years, Toddlers: 18 to 36 months. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Bird Collisions: A Collaborative Art Workshop: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Bucktown-Wicker Park (1701 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647). When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Looking for a fun and meaningful way to be creative? For: Adults: 18 and up, Kids: 6 to 13 years, Seniors: 55 and up, Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Full details on the library's page.

Nick Cave Presents Spinner Forest NVAM: A New Installation for Reflection on Veteran Experiences: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center (400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60605). When: Thursday, Nov 19, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Join us on November 19, 2026, for the unveiling of Spinner Forest NVAM , a powerful new installation by Chicago artist Nick Cave at Harold Washington Library Center. For: Adults: 18 and up, Babies: 0 to 18 months, 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.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Mindful Yoga: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Near North (310 W. Division Street, Chicago, IL 60610). When: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM. This series will combine mindfulness practices with yogic movement. For: Seniors: 55 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. LEGO® Club: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Toman (2708 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60623). When: Friday, Dec 4, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. LEGO® fans rejoice! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years, Preschoolers: 3 to 5 years. Full details on the library's page.