Free Classes

Pass the Control: Video Gaming: a free program at Chicago Public Library, West Englewood (1745 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60636). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. ​Join us for video games and snacks. For: Teens: 13 to 19 years, Tweens: 10 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Gingerbread Creations Competition: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Vodak-East Side (3710 E. 106th Street, Chicago, IL 60617). When: Wednesday, Dec 2, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Come into the library to create your own gingerbread person! 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.

Cosmic Chalk Creations: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Oriole Park (7454 W. Balmoral Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656). When: Saturday, Nov 28, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Create an out-of-this-world galaxy using chalk pastels! For: Kids: 6 to 13 years. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Patricia Liddell Researchers Meeting: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Woodson Regional (9525 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60628). When: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Join the Vivian G. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Coloring for Adults: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Bee (3647 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Need some relaxation and social interaction with like-minded people?! For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Coloring for Adults: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Chicago Bee (3647 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24, 2026, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Need some relaxation and social interaction with like-minded people?! 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. Community Yoga at the Library: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt (733 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Join the Richard M. For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Baby Lap-Sit Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Dunning (7455 W. Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634). When: Nov 17 and Nov 24, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join Ms. For: Babies: 0 to 18 months. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Story Time: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Canaryville (642 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609). When: Nov 12 and Nov 19, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join us for a story time filled with lively stories, songs and rhymes. 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. Craft Lab Saturday: DIY Planner: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Archer Heights (5055 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Come out to try a new craft, socialize, and have fun. For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

Stitching Group: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Humboldt Park (1605 N. Troy Street, Chicago, IL 60647). When: Nov 18 and Nov 25, 2026, 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Calling all stitchers, fiber artists, and crafting enthusiasts! For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Crime Book Club: Killers of the Flower Moon: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Archer Heights (5055 S. Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632). When: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Join Archer Height's new monthly Crime Book Club for a discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. For: Adults: 18 and up. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.