Event List

Rescheduled and with additional musicians! Join us for and experience the beautiful music of the renown Chicago-based Bengali band, Ochin Pakhi!

Grades 6-12

Discover the joys of junk journaling as you will learn how to take cast aside items and recycle them into a journal to keep your best memories, ideas, and vibes.

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Stir up some fun with your grown up and make your own tasty treat.

Join historian and former detective Ray Johnson, aka "Chicago's History Cop", as he unravels the many myths and legends surrounding the Titanic Disaster - as well as many little known Chicago links to that ill-fated night of April 14, 1912!

Calling all writers and artists! The news team returns to produce our latest edition. All are welcome! 

Read the past editions of the PHPL Chronicle! 

Join us in the Lab to create your one-of-a-kind piece of art using a paint pouring technique. All materials supplied. Preference to PHPL cardholders.

Come in for a relaxing class of chair yoga lead by JoAnn Dickson from Norridge Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi.

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

Learn and review basic smartphone functions and settings, calling and texting, and even downloading apps! Don't forget to bring your smartphone! This session is for Android phones only.

Making a budget doesn’t have to be all about sacrifices and saving money – it can be a road map to your future financial goals. This webinar will discuss:

With her talent, charm, and illuminating sense of humor, comedian, actress, and singer, Carol Burnett continues to grab hold of audiences today. Join Michelle Gibbons as she portrays this brilliant and beloved celebrity!

Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney probate and guardianship. Take the first step to create or update a plan that is appropriate for you. Attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft will explain how to ensure your final wishes can be protected.

Drop-in for all crafters! Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month from 12-2pm to meet fellow crafters, work on your art, and build a creative community.

Golf is a beautiful and challenging game of traditions, memories, and stories.

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Shake, rattle, and roll! Explore different music and instruments with the teachers from Bach to Rock. 

The classic feel-good documentary The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill (2003) tells the remarkable true story of a Bohemian St. Francis and his loving relationship with a flock of wild red-and-green parrots.

Celebrate the 34th birthday of the best Nintendo character, Kirby! We will have snacks and fun activities! 

Volunteers grades 6-12 are needed to help with our Happy Birthday Kirby program. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

The Rolling Stones are one of the most influential rock bands of all time.

The Listeners by Maggie Stiefvater

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

Join us for chess club, led by an experienced volunteer. All levels welcome! (Please note the different club day for this month. The club will return to the third Wednesday of the month in May.)

Learn and review basic smartphone functions and settings, calling and texting, and even downloading apps! Don't forget to bring your smartphone! This session is for iPhones only.