Ages 0-5 can come out to Back of the Yards Branch to join a special Pride Month story time featuring a local drag artist. Registration required. Event cost: Free
Looking for some fun and conversation on a sunny spring morning? Then join us for some card games and board games in the adult area of the library. We have coloring sheets for adults, word finds, crosswords, an ongoing jigsaw puzzle and more. Apply for a library card and find out about eBooks. No registration […]
Tiny Bubbles is dedicated to entertaining people with music that is quirky, sweet, fun and surprisingly heartfelt, just like the ‘ukulele itself. Their repertoire is best described as whimsical and frequently requires audience participation – you’ll know when it’s your turn! For kids 2 to 13.
The Chicago Pride Parade is one of the most popular LGBTQ+ events in the city. A tradition for more than 50 years, the parade concludes the city’s month-long celebrations with a famous four-mile procession held on the last Sunday of June. Traversing through Northalsted, Uptown, Lakeview, and Lincoln Park, the annual event has grown into […]
Have you experienced the loss of a loved one (a partner, family member, mentor, friend, etc.)? Are you experiencing ambiguous loss or anticipatory grief? Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, you are welcome to join us on this journey of journaling. Each session will begin with prompts and/or a guided meditation followed by […]
Join us for a screening of Selena. Biographical drama charting the extraordinary career and tragic slaying of pop singing sensation Selena as her career transcended the Tejano scene that launched her into crossover, mainstream success. © Warner Bros. - Runtime: 131 minutes - Rating: PG
Join us for snacks and games! This week’s game day will focus on LEGO® bricks where you can let your imagination run wild. We’ll also have the Nintendo Switch, Connect 4, and Uno, but feel free to bring in your games. If you’re feeling creative, choose from gel pens, rainbow scratch art, paint markers, and […]
Join us for a screening of Wonka (2023). This fantasy musical film follows the story of Willy Wonka, the famous but eccentric chocolatier based on the character from Roald Dahl's novel. In particular, it emphasizes his rise to the top. The narrative traces his beginnings as a young adult who started as an employee selling […]
This family-friendly adventure comedy is an animated musical that features eleven original songs. It follows an adventurous and music-loving capuchin monkey as he makes a perilous journey from Havana to Miami to pursue his calling and ambitions in showbusiness. © Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - Runtime: 99 minutes - Rating: PG
Have a favorite song, album, or band? Interested in hearing music that is new to you or other people's favorite music? If so, join the Garfield Ridge Branch for a music listening party. Bring your favorite music on CD, vinyl, cassette tape, stream music from your device to share with others, or just come in […]
