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Travel Mementos by Kim Ballesteros
All Day
5/1–5/25
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
"Traveling is my greatest love - after making art - and the assemblages in this exhibition showcase some of my favorite destinations and adventures.
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This event is in the "Family" group
Scavenger Hunt Week: Disney Characters
All Day
5/12–5/24
Audelia Road - Children's Area
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!
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This event is in the "Family" group
Wisdom Tower Display: Proverbs & Sayings by Influential Jewish Thinkers
All Day
5/13–5/24
Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space
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Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month by exploring our Wisdom Tower, a dynamic display filled with powerful proverbs, reflections, and quotes from influential Jewish thinkers.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
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Library Branch:
Community Events
Age Group:
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement
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“The power of visibility can never be underestimated.”― Margaret Cho
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Community Coloring Project
9:00am–8:00pm
Renner-Frankford - In Library
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Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Express your creativity and make your mark on our community coloring page. Don't forget to sign the artist log so we know who helped create this community masterpiece.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Keyboard Class
10:00am–10:45am
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Creative Writing Club
10:00am–11:30am
Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month! We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Forest Green Tabletop Brigade
10:00am–12:00pm
Forest Green - In Library
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Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - In Library
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event!
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Family Day: AAPI History Month
10:00am–1:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room:
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
This month is designated the Asian American Pacific Islander History month which celebrates the culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islander Americans.
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Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Addictive Books at Union: A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara (Part 1- 3)
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Library Branch:
Community Events
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in Oak Lawn.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Mystery Book Club
10:30am–12:30pm
Skyline - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Experience a new way to book club! Set up in a choose-your-own-adventure format, it is a way to read new authors and get customized recommendations.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Lakewood's 55th Birthday Bash
11:00am–1:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Lakewood Branch building is turning 55, and we need our community to celebrate with us! Enjoy some lawn games and crafts or learn more about our history and the 70’s inside the building with us.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Punch Needle Party!
12:00pm–1:00pm
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Learn a new hobby! Punch Needle tools will allow you to “color in” an image using yarn. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge you need to Punch Needle to your hearts content!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Central Chess Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every other Saturday at 1:00 PM.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Guitar Class
1:00pm–1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Cancelled
Saturday Movies
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library! Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Acoustic Open Jam
1:00pm–3:30pm
Audelia Road - Reading Lounge
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Reading Lounge
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Meet other musicians, learn new songs, and play together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Acoustic musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring an instrument and join in. All are welcome to enjoy the music!
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Teen Takeover: Gaming and Glitter
1:00pm–2:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
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Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Calling all teen gamers! Take a break from school and pull up a chair as we play games, including Super Smash Bros. and Mario Cart.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Knitting and Crochet Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library
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Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Seniors
Event Details:
Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Fairy Houses
1:00pm–2:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Embark on a magical journey to decorate your very own fairy house. image courtesy of Amazon Stock photo.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Momigami Paper Collage Altered Art Journal Class
1:00pm–3:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Free Art Journal Class to Inspire and Delight Your Inner Artist Presented By DFW BookMakers.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Adult Watercolors for Beginners
1:30pm–2:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Learn the very basics of watercolor with four very simple techniques. Also, learn how to mix and create specific colors with watercolor. All supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Keyboard Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
True Crime Book Club
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Classroom A (6th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Classroom A (6th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
If you love talking about murder, listening to true crime podcasts, and daydream about becoming a crime scene investigator, then this book club is for you!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
African American Genealogical Interest Group
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Botanical DIYs: Bath Bombs
2:00pm–3:30pm
Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Learn how to make bath bombs using fun, botanical mix-ins. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Saturday Stories-"Filled Bellies, Full Hearts"
2:00pm–3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with local author Meagan Anderson!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Craft Saturdays
2:00pm–3:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you want to learn or increase your skills? Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, embroidery and sewing by special request.
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
17
2025
Sat
Violin Class
3:00pm–3:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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