Instruments like shakers and drumsticks made from recycled materials next to images of the outdoor percussive instruments in the pollinator garden shaped like a bee, a flower, and a ladybug. Text reads Join us at the Library's new outdoor instrument station near the Pollinator Garden to craft your own musical instruments from recycled materials.
DIY Musical Instruments

Tuesday, July 15 at 3 p.m. | Meets at the Pollinator Garden.

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A crowd of all ages poses for a picture with their bikes at the start line for the family fun ride during the Chicag Grit Race in 2024. Images of bike decorations for handles and wheels are included alongside the initial image.
Bike Decorating
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Illustration of a woman meditation on a rock in front of a calm lake surrounded by mountains.
Take a Meditation Vacation

Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m.

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Color Our World Summer Reading Challenge for all ages from June 2nd to August 9th. The Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration for Adults, Teens and Kids on Monday, June 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Sign Up for the Summer Reading Challenge

Read books to win prizes June 2 - August 9. All ages welcome!

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Green background with a graphic of the sun wearing sunglasses and kids holding lunchboxes. Text reads Summer Meals at the Library, free. Spanish text reads Comidas de Verano a la Biblioteca, gratis. 12 to 1 PM, Monday through Friday from June 9 to August 15
Summer Meals in Partnership with Greater Chicago Food Depository

Monday - Friday from 12-1 PM | Beginning Monday, June 9

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A picture of Arthur, and stack of cookbooks next to one of them standing. Available for purchase for $20 at the Library checkout desk or at the Library's Farmers Market booth every Saturday.
Arthur's Cookbook

Learn more about our cookbook tribute to Arthur Williams.

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The Title Wave book bike with books for checkout.
Request the Book Bike for Your Block Party

Want books at your block party? Submit a request for a visit from The Title Wave!

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