Drop in after school and join us for Teen Craft Tuesdays! Each week, we'll do a different craft on Tuesdays after school. Come in and relax, get creative, and make something to take home! All materials will be provided.This week's craft is Halloween felt plushies! Create an adorable plushie out of felt. There will be both hand-sewing and no-sew options.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join in the neighborhood craze of rock painting! Paint a ghostly, ghastly or ghoulish rock for yourself or leave it somewhere for someone else to find as a Halloween treat.All materials are provided. For kids 3 and older accompanied by an adult.How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us to conduct four weeks of hands-on science experiments so fun it's almost scary! Each week is something different. You don't need to attend all four weeks, just come when you can. Activities are best for kids 4 and older. Younger siblings are always welcome. Online registration is optional.This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation.How to Attend This event takes place in person. Online resgistration is optional. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Jessica for some Halloween treats and a spook-tacular craft! Adults will be making cheesecloth ghosts to take home and put on display. Space is limited so we are requiring registration for this program. All supplies will be provided.As always, please cancel 24-48 hours ahead of time to allow another person to join from the waitlist.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us to learn how to design your own 3D-printed jack-o-lantern using Tinkercad! Work together to learn some basics that allow you to create a simple pumpkin shape you can customize. After the workshop, print your design on our 3D printer for you to pick up at a later date.For kids 8 and up (with a parent/caregiver), teens and adults.How to AttendRegister by 6 p.m. Monday, October 14. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Rondo Award-winning authors and Chicago horror enthusiasts Jon Kitley (Kitley's Krypt) and Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC) are back to Share the Scare once again, this time focusing on WOMEN IN HORROR! Prime yourself for Halloween with four fun-filled weeks celebrating fright flicks and horror culture. Welcome to TERROR TUESDAYS AT SULZER.Casting the Spell: Directors"Why don't you put her in charge?" Seeing the world through a different lens, female artists take their rightful place behind the camera and the nightmares are just as vivid. Explore the works of Kathryn Bigelow (Near Dark), Mary Harron (American Psycho), Jennifer Kent (The Babadook), Jackie Kong (Blood Diner), Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body), The Soska Sisters (American Mary), and many, many more.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready to transform ordinary Styrofoam mannequin heads into hauntingly beautiful Halloween decor! In this one-hour workshop, you’ll learn painting techniques, add eerie embellishments, and create your own unique masterpiece. All supplies are provided, and no prior experience is necessary. You can take home your finished creation to spookily your space. Open to adults 18 and older. Let your creativity run wild this October! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.orgto request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Rondo Award-winning authors and Chicago horror enthusiasts Jon Kitley (Kitley's Krypt) and Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC) are back to Share the Scare once again, this time focusing on WOMEN IN HORROR! Prime yourself for Halloween with four fun-filled weeks celebrating fright flicks and horror culture. Welcome to TERROR TUESDAYS AT SULZER.Casting the Spell: Directors"Why don't you put her in charge?" Seeing the world through a different lens, female artists take their rightful place behind the camera and the nightmares are just as vivid. Explore the works of Kathryn Bigelow (Near Dark), Mary Harron (American Psycho), Jennifer Kent (The Babadook), Jackie Kong (Blood Diner), Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body), The Soska Sisters (American Mary), and many, many more.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Come to the library for a spooktacular good time! We will play games and get crafty.For ages 3 and up.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for an hour of not-so-spooky Halloween storytelling and crafts.For children of all ages.√önase a nosotros para una hora de cuentos y manualidades de Halloween no tan espeluznantes.Para niños de todas las edades.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Help us decorate for Halloween by painting Merlo's front windows! You can attend as a solo painter or in a small group (maximum 4 people). We provide paint and brushes.Window spaces are available on a first come, first served basis! Please arrive 30 minutes before the program ends to ensure you have time to paint.For families, teens and adults.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Corina and Ms. Maria for Club Create, an afterschool program for kids and tweens to unleash their creativity. Come make spooky crafts to get in the mood for Halloween.For ages 6 to 13.Acompañe a la Sra. Corina y la Sra. Mar√≠a en Club Creativo, un programa para que niños y preadolescentes suelten su creatividad. Ven a hacer manualidades espantosos para prepararse para Halloween.Para edades 6 a 13.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for an exciting art series exploring traditional and contemporary Dia de Los Muertos crafts.Wednesday 10/16: Picture FramesFor tweens and teens ages 10 to 18. Register by telephone at (312) 747-6094.Acompeñanos para una emocionante serie de arte que explora las artesan√≠as tradicionales delDia de los Muertos.Mi√©rcoles 10/16: Marco de fotosSolo para jovenes de 10 a 18 años. Reg√≠strese por tel√©fono al (312)747-6094.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Take your Halloween creativity to the next level with local artist Laura Frohm. During this session, participants will paint a black cat basking in the moonlight. The painting supplies will be provided and Laura will give attendees step-by-step instructions on how to paint their eerie masterpiece. Participants will drink from fancy glasses filled with blood-red fruit punch in between brush strokes.For tweens and teens 9 to 16.Laura has served the Chicago and Suburban area for almost 30 years with DBA “Creative Quality Time” offering ArtSmart and smart Series after school art programs, as well as sip and paint craft parties for all ages.How to AttendRegister by 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 15. Space is limited. Please include only the total number of kids/teens as attendees when you register. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.Photo source: Laura Frohm #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a festive pumpkin carving/painting program. We'll provide all the tools, stencils, and pumpkins. Everything with be safe and user-friendly, with staff on hand to guide you through the process. Whether you're aiming for spooky or silly, our staff will be there to help with tips and tricks. Come hang out, enjoy Halloween-themed snacks and take home your very own jack-o-lantern masterpiece.While supplies last. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a frightfully fun evening of spooky stories that won't keep you up at night! Perfect for families looking for a little Halloween thrill without the chills.For families with children 13 and under.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Bessie Coleman Branch for a screening of Tyler Perry's Boo 2! A Madea Halloween. Madea, Bam and Hattie head to a campground to rescue a young teenager from a Halloween frat party. However, chaos ensues when the revelry is interrupted by the sudden appearance of ghouls and ghosts, forcing the terrified group to flee for their lives.Lions Gate Films, Inc. - 101 Minutes - Rated PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.AccessibilityEnglish subtitles for the and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Come dressed in your Halloween best! Stop by the reference desk to participate in a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt and win a prize, while supplies last.For ages 4 to 13.How to AttendRegister by noon on Wednesday, October 16. Please include only the number of children as attendees when you register.Attendees must check in at the reference desk by 6:45 p.m. to participate in the scavenger hunt.The Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event .Photo Source: Pixabay #ChicagoFallFest

Don't be scared -- it's just bingo! Oak Street Health will be sponsoring our Halloween Bingo Event. We'll play 10 games with 10 prizes, including a final game of coverall. Registration is requested.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Help us decorate for Halloween by painting Merlo's front windows! You can attend as a solo painter or in a small group (maximum 4 people). We provide paint and brushes.Window spaces are available on a first come, first served basis! Please arrive 30 minutes before the program ends to ensure you have time to paint.For families, teens and adults.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for pumpkin painting! Each participant will be entered into a contest for the best painted pumpkin. The winner will win a prize basket.¬°Acompeñenos a pintar calabazas! Cada participante entrare a un concurso donde la mejor calabaza pintada ganare. El participante ganador se ganare una canasta de premios.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Yoga guru Ms. Kim is back for a special Halloween yoga class designed especially for little ones. Children can wear Halloween t-shirts or dress in colors like pumpkin orange, vampire black, or ghostly white! But do dress comfortably to stretch, bend and walk. This event is a great introduction to simple yoga poses and moves. For kids ages 3 to 5.How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Register the number of children only.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween.When two boys stumble upon an old, abandoned house, they open a locked book titled "Haunted Halloween". What they unleash is the stuff of Halloween scares - including witches, werewolves and giant gummy bears. Based on the Goosebumps series of books by best-selling children's author R.L. Stine. Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. | PG | 90 mins.Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.AccessibilityEnglish subtitles for the and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

HOCUS POCUS: A curious teen (Omri Katz) moves to Salem, Massachusetts with his younger sister (Thora Birch) and accidentally awakens a trio of witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy) while trying to impress a local girl (Vinessa Shaw).PG | 96 minutes | 1993*Closed Captioned Start time is approximate, all movies begin at dusk. #ChicagoFallFest

HOCUS POCUS: A curious teen (Omri Katz) moves to Salem, Massachusetts with his younger sister (Thora Birch) and accidentally awakens a trio of witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy) while trying to impress a local girl (Vinessa Shaw). PG | 96 minutes | 1993*Closed Captioned Start time is approximate, all movies begin at dusk. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Community Halloween Event at Eckhart Park Hosted by the Eckhart Park Advisory Council. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

A Halloween Extravaganza with free pumpkins, live entertainment, costume parades, a haunted maze, and much more. Bring your canine companion for Bark-Palooza which includes a costume parade for dogs, treats, and other dog activities. A free event, but there is a $10 suggested donation per family for those who wish to help fund programs and activities in Wicker Park. Presented by the Wicker Park Advisory Council working in partnership with the Chicago Park District. DETAILS www.WickerPark.org Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Let's get together and have some fun at our annual Pumpkin Patch. We have planned an afternoon of fun - featuring a DJ, free pumpkins and treats, crafts projects, pony rides and petting zoo! The event is co-sponsored by Alderman Byron Sigcho Lopez and the Dvorak Park Advisory Council Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Everyone just loves pumpkins! Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event! At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches and harvest fests, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, music and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station. Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Community Halloween Event at Wicker Park Hosted by the Wicker Park Advisory Council. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for the annual Fall Festival at North Park Village Nature Center. This festival has taken place for over 30 years! Enjoy a fall walk along the trails, build your own scarecrow, create children's arts and crafts, and more! It's unbe-leaf-ably fun!Go green by taking the CTA to the Nature Center: Pulaski (#53 bus) to Ardmore, or Peterson (# 84 bus) to Pulaski. If arriving by car, please park at the Peterson Park Gymnastics Center, Peterson Park Field House or on Central Park Avenue. Note: No parking at designated NPV Apartments lots. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Join the Brainerd branch and Kamaca Champion from the yarn store Miss Purl for a monthly knitting class for those new to the hobby or picking it up again. Each month, Kamaca will lead a knit along on a seasonal project where patrons can learn new skills or improve the ones they have.Supplies are limited, so registration is required. Please see a librarian or visit chipublib.org to register.Program dates and topics:August 17th – Mug cozySeptember 21st – PumpkinsOctober 19th – Fall cowlNovember 16th – Pom poms (Winter hat drive)December 14th – Headband/ear warmer (Winter hat drive)AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

If you like cooking or reading cookbooks, drop in for Mount Greenwood Branch's What's Cookin' Book Discussion. We will be reading, discussing and cooking from two fall cookbooks: The Apple Cookbook and/or The Great Big Pumpkin Cookbook.Try a recipe or two, then attend the discussion to talk about what worked and what didn't. Registration is suggested. Copies of both books are available at Mount Greenwood Branch's Circulation Desk.Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Kelly Branch for some crafting time to enjoy and relax. Do you love the spooky season? Then come on down for some pumpkin painting. Create a masterpiece with some fake pumpkins to take home and decorate for the Halloween season. Everything will be provided. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Ghostly & Ghastly Tales: Join PlayMakers Laboratory at Lincoln Park for 3 family workshops in October to explore ghostly Halloween stories. This workshop for families will include theater games, along with creating & performing Halloween-themed stories. On October 26, the PlayMakers Ensemble will perform an original Halloween Sketch Comedy Show adapted from the spooky (and hilarious) stories YOU wrote throughout the month!Families, please register every family member who will participate, ideally at least one parent and one child. #ChicagoFallFest

Celebrate fall at your local library! Enjoy seasonal activities and games in the library's outdoor space. Snacks and crafts will be available, while supplies last.For ages 6 and up.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a frightfully fun program filled with spooky science and creepy crafts! We'll dig up skeletons found in owl pellets, make "living slime" and more! We'll even have a face painter to help us get into the Halloween spirit.For kids 6 to 12.How to AttendRegister by Friday, October 18 at 2:00 p.m. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for the annual Fall Festival at North Park Village Nature Center. This festival has taken place for over 30 years! Enjoy a fall walk along the trails, build your own scarecrow, create children? arts and crafts, and more! It's unbe-leaf-ably fun!Go green by taking the CTA to the Nature Center: Pulaski (#53 bus) to Ardmore, or Peterson (# 84 bus) to Pulaski. If arriving by car, please park at the Peterson Park Gymnastics Center, Peterson Park Field House or on Central Park Avenue. Note: No parking at designated NPV Apartments lots. Days of the Week: Sunday #ChicagoFallFest

We have a spooktacular plan to make some super easy kid friendly Halloween themed arts and crafts. All supplies included. Days of the Week: Monday #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by Tween Club to make your own Halloween-themed card game with Teen Associate Brooks! While there are many great games to play this spooky season, why not get to make your own? As a group or individually, we have supplies to make one-of-a-kind(s) games that capture the spirit of Halloween! AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a vibrant and meaningful sugar skull decorating workshop, where we will celebrate and learn about the rich traditions ofDia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). In this hands-on experience, participants will gain insight into the cultural significance of the holiday, explore the process behind crafting sugar skulls and have the opportunity to decorate their own unique skull to take home.As a special part of the event, we invite you to bring a photo of a loved one who has passed away. These photos can be added to our ofrenda (community altar) as a way to honor and remember those who have left us, while keeping their memory alive in this beautiful tradition.All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Come celebrate, create and connect!For ages 6 to 19.How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Create your own mask just in time for Halloween! Use foam to make a creepy monster mask, cute animal mask or your own original creation. For ages 6 to 13.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Bring your toddler to the Manning Branch for an hour of crafting. Each month has a different theme. For this month's craft, we will be making playdough pumpkins for some sensory fun! ‚ÄÇBest for kids ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for the Fall Festival of Facts: Seasonal Trivia Challenge! Test your knowledge of autumn traditions, seasonal science and more. Bring friends, compete for prizes and enjoy fall-themed fun!For tweens 10 to 13. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Drop in after school and join us for Teen Craft Tuesdays! Each week, we'll do a different craft on Tuesdays after school. Come in and relax, get creative, and make something to take home! All materials will be provided.This week's craft isDia de los Muertos picture frames! Come and create a picture frame or shadow box to honor a loved one who's passed or celebrateDia de los Muertos. You can choose to paint the frame or create a mini shadow box and sculpt objects to place inside. Bring a photo if you would like to glue it inside your frame!AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Rondo Award-winning authors and Chicago horror enthusiasts Jon Kitley (Kitley's Krypt) and Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC) are back to Share the Scare once again, this time focusing on WOMEN IN HORROR! Prime yourself for Halloween with four fun-filled weeks celebrating fright flicks and horror culture. Welcome to TERROR TUESDAYS AT SULZER!Tell Me a Story: Authors and Screenwriters Ever since Mary Shelley (Frankenstein) picked up her pen in 1818, women have been spinning deep and dark tales of horror and mystery. Anne Rice (Interview with the Vampire), Shirley Jackson (The Haunting of Hill House), Susan Hill (The Woman in Black) and Daphne Du Maurier (The Birds) have written the source novels for numerous genre classics, while screenwriters like Diablo Cody (Lisa Frankenstein), Rose Glass (St. Maud), and Leigh Janiak (Fear Street) delivered the chills firsthand. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Happy Halloween. Join us for a special story time featuring pumpkin books and rhymes. Children can attend in costume and bring a treat. Puzzles are available for early arrivals. For ages 15 months to 4 years. How to AttendRegister by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Register the number of children only.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Corina and Ms. Maria for Club Create, an afterschool program for kids and tweens to unleash their creativity. Come make spooky crafts to get in the mood for Halloween.For ages 6 to 13.Acompañe a la Sra. Corina y la Sra. Mar√≠a en Club Creativo, un programa para que niños y preadolescentes suelten su creatividad. Ven a hacer manualidades espantosos para prepararse para Halloween.Para edades 6 a 13.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Explore elements of sound design and jump into the Halloween season by creating your own spooky sounds. No experience necessary.For ages 10 to 19.Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us in a celebration of fall at the branch. Play games, decorate crafts, take fun family photos, enjoy some tasty snacks and so much more! For ages 3 and up.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Create a colorful pumpkin and your own alebrije. All materials provided.For children 6 to 12.Crea una calabaza colorida y tu propio alebrije. Se proporcionan todos los materiales.Para niños de 6 a 12 años.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Hocus Pocus.Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground. Walt Disney Picture – 95 minutes – PGCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.AccessibilityEnglish subtitles for the and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a family- friendly Halloween Party at the park! Games, crafts, treats and more! Costumes are encouraged. Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Join the Lozano Branch for a Day of the Dead Storytime and craft. While supplies last.For children 6 and up and their caregivers.√önase a la sucursal de Lozano para disfrutar de una hora de cuentos y manualidades delDia de los Muertos. Mientras duren las reservas.Para niños de 6 años en adelante y sus cuidadores.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.AccesibilidadNecesita interpretacion de lengua de signos u otro tipo de asistencia para este acto? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o env√≠e un correo electr√≥nico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14Dias laborables antes del acto. #ChicagoFallFest

What does it take to make a pumpkin puke? We will carve pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns and make them barf a rainbow.For ages 3 and up.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by for an afternoon of spooky stories, create your own Frankentoy and more!Make sure you bring your costume... mwahahaha!For kids of all ages. Acompeñanos para una tarde de cuentos de miedo, crea tu propio Frankentoy y mes! No se te olvide tu disfraz... mwahahaha!Para niños de todas las edades.How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian‚Äôs email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Us.Adelaide Wilson, her husband Gabe, her son Jason and her daughter Zora head to Santa Cruz, California, for a beach vacation at Adelaide's childhood home with their friends the Tylers. That night, the Wilsons are terrorized by a family of doppelgangers with murderous motivations.Universal Pictures - 116 minutes - Rated RCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago.AccessibilityEnglish subtitles for the and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Come and be startled and surprised at this incredible haunted house. #ChicagoFallFest

Come in costume, listen to a few Halloween stories, play a game or two and make some crafts!For kids ages 4 and up.How to AttendRegister by 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children ONLY as attendees when you register. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for our Harvest/Sneaker Ball at Simons Park! Put on your freshest pair of kicks, plus wear your funniest and most creative costume and let's dance in style. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Halloween Extravaganza in the Park! We are looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in their funniest, scariest, craziest, and most original costume. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party!We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a boo-ti-ful time! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a fun night of dancing. Pre-Registration is required. Fee is per person. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Activities include the Race, face painting, cotton candy, and music. The fun run is for ages 3-13 which will be held outside. Halloween costumes are also encouraged. 3-5 years 6:00-6:45pm6-13 years 6:45-7:45pm Rain date: Tuesday October 29, 2024 Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for this fun Halloween party and participate in a costume contest, carnival games, snacks and music. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: A troubled security guard begins working at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. During his first night on the job, he realizes that the night shift won't be so easy to get through. Pretty soon he will unveil what actually happened at Freddy's.PG-13 | 110 minutes | 2023*Closed CaptionedStart time is approximate, all movies begin at dusk. #ChicagoFallFest

Members of the Deaf & HOH Super Saturday at Horner Program will be traveling to Oriole Park for their pumpkin patch. Van is provided from Horner Park to Oriole Park. Contact Tim for more information at timothy.owens@chicagoparkdistrict.com. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Everyone just loves pumpkins!Join us for a perfect afternoon in the park at this family-friendly event!At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches and harvest fests, you get to pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins and personalize it at the pumpkin decorating station. Enjoy carnival-themed carnival games, inflatables, music and don't forget to bring a camera to capture a family memory at our harvest photo station.Purchase your wristband and have access to all of the activities and pick a pumpkin.Halloween in the Parks is presented by Mars Wrigley Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for a touch of spookiness at this month’s Family Book Club! Families with kids from Pre-K to 3rd grade, are invited to this special edition of our book club that blends enchanting stories with just a hint of Halloween magic. Join Librarian Tiffany as she reads Witchy Things, by Mariasole Brusa followed by a short discussion and fun craft. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with a touch of magic and a lot of fun! We look forward to seeing you there! For kids ages 4 to 9. How to Attend: Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Let's get together and have some fun at our annual Pumpkin Patch. We'll have petting zoo, arts & crafts and face painting! Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Returning books or picking up movies for the weekend? Drop in for a do-it-yourself craft that you can make in the branch or take to make at home! Available while supplies last. For ages 3 and up. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

We are celebrating spooky season! Enjoy games, treats and fun activities. Come in your costume and take a green screen portrait. For kids 0 to 13 and their caregivers. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Coleman branch to celebrate the season! Enjoy live music, giveaways, face painting, treats and more. For all ages. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

The Mad Hatters are coming! Join us for a fun-filled program of stories, poems and songs by the Mad Hatters, a community project of the Junior League of Chicago. Hear some all-time favorite books performed with festive hats and exciting props. For children 3 to 9 and their families. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo source: Junior League of Chicago #ChicagoFallFest

There will be live creatures in our tropical plant collection, where you can get up close and personal with the animals! Kids and families will learn about unique relationships between animals and plants as they collect sweet treats throughout our building. Activities include Creepy Crafts, learning about carnivorous plants. Tiny Tot Area with a sensory table and storytelling, and a monster Mash Costume Bash!Reserve your spot today: https://garfieldconservatory.org/visitThis is a family event, parents must stay with their children. #ChicagoFallFest

Mad about science? We are and we'll be playing with all the ways to do spooky, mad and extremely fun STEAM activities. Hands-on activities will be available all day! You can try Making slime Science play for our youngest kids Testing your sense of smell, Creating art using robots, Live animal presentations, and more! For kids 3 to 11 and their families. This program is supported by S&C Electric, Norfolk Southern Corporation, and other generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation. How to Attend This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event to receive an email reminder. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Our spook-tacular Halloween Fest includes inflatables, pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, hay maze, face painting, crafts, and spooky scenes to take selfies (Attractions Subject to Change) #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of the modern reboot of Murder On the Orient Express. In 1930s Europe, legendary detective Hercule Poirot probes a murder that occurs aboard the Orient Express. As the thirteen passengers grow paranoid that the killer will strike again, Poirot realizes there's more to the case than meets the eye. 20th Century Fox. - 114 minutes - Rated PG-13.Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

We're having a Halloween costume party and you're invited! Seniors aged 55 and up can wear a Halloween costume or something orange or black to our party. Bring some candy to share or a fun game-if you dare! We'll have pizza, chips and soda! Bring a friend! Registration is suggested. Call for more information. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Children can come dressed in their costumes to have a fun with a pumpkin patch, skating, arts and crafts and more. Everyone will have a chance to enter the haunted house and enjoy the different scary scenes. Feel free to bring your own skates. #ChicagoFallFest

Join the library, community partners and neighbors as we celebrate the Day of the Dead with music, food and poetry. Come learn about this vibrant and special holiday while you explore the numerous community altars, see the Danza Azteca Xochitl-Quetzal dancers and learn about the holiday's rich cultural tradition. We invite you to bring a photo of a loved one or special pet who has passed away for the altar as a way to honor them and keep their memory alive. Acompañe la biblioteca, a sus socios comunitarios y a la comunidad de Back of the Yards mientras celebramos el Día de los Muertos con misica, comida y poesía. Venga a aprender sobre esta celebracin vibrante y especial mientras explora las ofrendas comunitarias, ve a los danzantes de Danza Azteca Xochitl Quetzal y aprende sobre esta rica tradición cultural. Te invitamos a traer una foto de un ser querido o mascota especial que haya fallecido para la ofrenda como forma de honrarlo y mantener viva su memoria. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Accesibilidad o Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hibiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Make Piotrowski Park a part of your Halloween! Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween. #ChicagoFallFest

Mitote is a traditional n·huatl term that includes gathering, dance, and celebration. Come join in ancestral Aztec Dance, to honor the natural elements in coordinated physical movement with drumming and music, make art, and build community to deepen our connections to land and caring for our future generations. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Join PlayMakers Laboratory for a ghostly & ghastly performance where their professional ensemble will perform an original Halloween sketch comedy show adapted from the spooky (and hilarious) stories written by the the families at Lincoln Park Cultural Center!Playmakers Laboratory is an ensemble of teaching artists who create an experimental learning environment in which students share their personal voices and celebrate the power of their imaginations. PML accomplishes this through creative writing workshops and in-school performances of students stories. PML also engages the broader community in support of the visions of young people through public performances of their work. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a Halloween film screening of Five Nights at Freddy's. Down on his luck and running out of options, Mike Schmidt agrees to take a job as a night shift security guard at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. However, he quickly realizes that things aren't quite as they seem at Freddy's when the animatronic creatures at the restaurant come alive, hungry for revenge. Universal Picture - 110 minutes - Rated PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party at Jesse White Community Center. There will be games, crafts & goodies! We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season! #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for a twist on our classic Slime Saturday! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll create your very own slime that interacts with magnets. At the end of the event take home your magnetic slime and wow your friends with its fascinating properties! For kids 6 to 13.This Science Connections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of The Crow. A murdered rock star returns from the dead, seeking revenge against his killers. Miramax Films-- 102 minutes -- R Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a Halloween party that will feature games, crafts and a trick or treat parade. Co-Sponsored by Commercial Park Advisory Council. Days of the Week: Saturday #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by the library in your Halloween costumes and take a photo with our green screen. We'll drop in a fun Halloween-themed background and print your photo for you to take home. Limit one printed photo per family. We'll also have a simple craft you can do while you wait. For families with kids of all ages. How to Attend: Register by 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 25. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo Source: John, CPL #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a sugar skull decorating workshop, where we will celebrate this tradition of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). In this hands-on experience, participants will have the opportunity to decorate their own unique skull to take home. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Put on your costume, listen to a spooky story and have some Halloween fun at the library!For kids 3 to 9 and their caregivers. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

You're a wizard, Teen! Join us in YOUmedia and create your own wizarding wand using various materials like rolled up paper, paint, and a hot glue gun. Supplies are limited. For teens 13-19. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party. Games, Craft Projects, Treats and more! Wear your most creative and spookiest costume. We can't wait! Days of the Week: Sunday #ChicagoFallFest

Curious Kids Club is a place to think, learn and have fun! In October, listen to the book The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams and then experiment with floating dry erase figures as we learn about insolubility, buoyancy force and density. For kids 7 and up. This Science Connections program is made possible by generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation. How to Attend This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the program. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join King Branch for a screening of Halloween Kills. Laurie Strode comes out triumphant in her showdown with Michael Myers after she leaves him burning in a cage in her basement. Though badly injured, she begins to feel a sense of relief, thinking she has finally gotten rid of her lifelong tormentor. When the bloodbath resumes, she is alerted that the evil serial killer has survived and that once again, she has to gear up to take him on. This time, however, Haddonfield rallies behind her, intent on eliminating Michael once and for all. Universal Pictures - 106 minutes - Rated R Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Haunted Mansion (2023).The narrative tells the story of mother-son tandem Gabbie and Travis as they try to get rid of the mansion's resident ghosts. They enlist the help of a priest while a paranormal tour guide and a psychic are also in on the ride for this exorcism purge. But with the presence of entities like the Hatbox Ghost, it's going to be a big challenge. This film is a theatrical adaptation of The Haunted Mansion theme park attraction in Disneyland. Walt Disney Pictures‚ 122 minutes‚ PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Haunted Mansion. The narrative tells the story of mother-son tandem Gabbie and Travis as they try to get rid of the mansion's resident ghosts. They enlist the help of a priest while a paranormal tour guide and a psychic are also in on the ride for this exorcism purge. But with the presence of entities like the Hatbox Ghost, it's going to be a big challenge. This film is a theatrical adaptation of The Haunted Mansion theme park attraction in Disneyland. Walt Disney Pictures‚ 122 minutes‚ PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join with others in your community to watch films with inspired by gaming! The world of Pokémon comes to life! Experience Pikachu on the big screen as never before, as Detective Pikachu, a Pokémon like no other. The film also showcases a wide array of beloved Pokémon characters, each with its own unique abilities and personality. Rated PG. 105 minutes. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. This event is part of the 2024 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of A Quiet Place: Day One. Following the occasions at home, the Abbott family currently faces the fear of the rest of the world. Compelled to wander into the obscure, they understand the animals that chase by sound are not by any means the only dangers sneaking past the sand way. Paramount Pictures - 97 minutes - PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles will be played by default for hard of hearing. #ChicagoFallFest

Bring the whole family to enjoy a special viewing of Hotel Transylvania with snacks and kid size cardboard cars or ‚ drive your own to the program! Costumes encouraged! Dracula's plans to host a monsters-only celebration for his daughter Mavis' birthday are complicated when an ordinary human unwittingly checks in at the luxurious Hotel Transylvania and falls for Drac's daughter. Columbia Pictures Inc. - 91 min - PG Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Madame Web (2024). The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who may have clairvoyant abilities. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women destined for powerful futures...if they can all survive a deadly present. Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - 116 minutes - Rated PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for holiday-themed crafts and games! Costumes are encouraged but not required. For families with kids of all ages. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event .And Then Comes Halloween #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for a fun-filled Mom, Pop and Tot Halloween Party, complete with costumes, games, and plenty of sweet treats for the whole family to enjoy! #ChicagoFallFest

Bring your little ones in costume to celebrate the spooky season! We'll read Halloween stories and sing some songs, then have a costume parade inside the library. Don't forget your Trick-or-Treat bag!For children 0 to 7 and their caregivers. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by Tween Club to make some blackout poems & Halloween-themed haikus with Logan Square's Teen Associate, Brooks! In this poetry workshop, teens and tweens can get crafty by scribbling over pages from old books and magazines to create original works! For those looking for a more traditional writing activity, Brooks will be going over the fundamentals of the haiku poem form and helping people craft their own Halloween-themed poems. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a fun and messy time making slime to take home.For ages 5 to 12. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Do your kids enjoy cooking and trying new recipes or are they always looking for snacks after school? If so, then join the children's staff as we teach kids how to make some yummy and spooky snacks just in time for Halloween. A sus hijos les gusta cocinar y probar nuevas recetas o siempre buscan bocadillos despues de la escuela? Si es así, acompañe al personal de niños mientras les enseñamos a los niños cómo preparar bocadillos deliciosos y espantosos justo a tiempo para Halloween. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.Accesibilidad¬øNecesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días habiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

In celebration of Halloween, join Miss Jenny for a monster-themed story time and craft program that is sure to make the hair on the back of your neck stand up. Participants will enjoy some not-so-scary stories and dance to spooktacular music. After story time, attendees will paint a monster-riffic masterpiece on a canvas with acrylic paint. Please dress your little ones in old clothing because the craft could get messy. For ages 2 to 5. How to Attend: Register by noon Monday, October 28. Please include only the total number of children as attendees when you register. Adults do not need to register. Supplies are limited.Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty and creating Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

Drop in after school and join us for Teen Craft Tuesdays! Each week, we'll do a different craft on Tuesdays after school. Come in and relax, get creative, and make something to take home! All materials will be provided.This week's craft is Halloween Slime! Make your own spooky slime to fidget with and enjoy. We'll have slime materials & charms to put in your slime. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Kids in kindergarten through 2nd grade are invited to join us afterschool for a mix of slightly scary books, music and activities. NOTE: Candy will not be served at this eventBest for ages 5 to 7, siblings are always welcome. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Children are going to have fun getting crafty creating spooky Halloween crafts. Days of the Week: Tuesday #ChicagoFallFest

Scary Squad: The Legler Tween Advisory Board returns for its second season as The Scary Squad! Kids living in the Garfield Park neighborhoods are invited to participate in planning, creating, and hosting a Haunted Library celebration for the community. Participants will read and watch horror books and movies, create scary decorations, and gain skills in leadership, planning, and organization. For kids 10 and up in elementary school.How to AttendAccessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Make pixelated ghosts, pumpkins and more with Perler beads and turn them into pins. All materials provided. For ages 10 to 19. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Drop in for a spooky afternoon craft making pasta spiders. For kids 6 and up. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party!We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season #ChicagoFallFest

We will provide canvas bags and supplies for you to design and create the treat bag of your Halloween dreams. For kids and teens 10 to 19. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by Gage Park Branch to make some slime! For kids 6 to 18. Pasa por la biblioteca para crear tu propio slime.Para edades de 6 a 18 años. How to Attend: Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Day of the Dead LIVE! takes you on a musical journey that is all FUN, celebrating Día de los Muertos, the holiday of family remembrance. With diabolical music from classical and popular composers, Mexican and European, this is a one-hour piano and puppet performance boasting larger-than-life characters, including jugglers, stilt-walkers, ghosts, skeletons, and dancers. It's a witty, wild, cultured romp and the ultimate family reunion ‚Äîwith dearly departed ancestors as the guests of honor!Music is performed by the virtuoso pianist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner. The merry life-sized puppets and direction from the circus-trained aerialist Juanita Cardenas. Hear popular songs of Mexican folk composers like Rubio and Velázquez, and rhapsodic compositions by Mexican classical composers like Chávez and Ponce.All animated by dancers, acrobats, and strange creatures!Day of the Dead LIVE! presents music for adults and children of all ages, plus delightful fantasies for the child in all of us.Groups of 10 or more can email adultservices@chipublib.org to reserve seats in advance.Images: Jonathan Marder + CompanyAccessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Paint with Artist Muralist Mario Mena while we sip on a delicious, non-alcoholic beverages. For teens and adults. Registration is Required.Pinte con el artista muralista Mario Mena mientras tomamos una deliciosa bebida sin alcohol. Para adolecentes y adultos. Se requiere registrarse. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Drop-in for a spooky science experiment, fun crafts, and a monster mash. Costumes are highly encouraged. For kids 0 to 10 and their families. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Prepare for the Day of the Dead celebration by decorating a sugar skull for a loved one or a special pet who has passed away. Prepárate para la celebración del Día de Muertos decorando una calavera de azúcar para un ser querido o una mascota especial que falleció. Accessibility: Do you need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Accesibilidad: ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Mr. Firu delights the audience with his spooky magic, Halloween humor and stories. Great tricks are the best treats!For ages 3 and up. How to Attend: Register by noon, Monday, October 28. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Embrace the cozy vibes of autumn with Pumpkin Spice Yoga, a Vinyasa-style class that flows through poses as smoothly as your favorite fall latte, all while savoring the scents and spirit of the season. #ChicagoFallFest

Rondo Award-winning authors and Chicago horror enthusiasts Jon Kitley (Kitley's Krypt) and Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC) are back to Share the Scare once again, this time focusing on WOMEN IN HORROR! Prime yourself for Halloween with four fun-filled weeks celebrating fright flicks and horror culture. Welcome to TERROR TUESDAYS AT SULZER!Deadlier Than the Male: Iconic CharactersWhere would the horror genre be without The Bride of Frankenstein? Or Regan from The Exorcist, Sadako from The Ring, Irina from The Cat People, or The Xenomorph Queen from Aliens? From monstrous mothers to bloodsucking babes to Final Girls, fright flicks thrive on the XX factor. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Halloween Bowling Party for Special Recreation participants enrolled at Piotrowski Park. Event will take place at Arena Bowl (4700 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453). Instructor permission to register for event. #ChicagoFallFest

¡Día de Muertos EN VIVO! te lleva a un viaje musical totalmente DIVERTIDO, celebrando el Día de los Muertos, la festividad del recuerdo familiar. Con música diabólica de compositores clásicos y populares, mexicanos y europeos, esta es una actuación de piano y marionetas de una hora de duración que cuenta con personajes gigantes, incluidos malabaristas, zancudos, fantasmas, esqueletos y bailarines. Es una aventura ingeniosa, salvaje y culta y la reunión familiar definitiva, ¡con nuestros queridos ancestros como invitados de honor!La música está a cargo del virtuoso pianista Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner, de 26 años. Los alegres títeres de tamaño natural y la dirección de la trapecista entrenada en circo Juanita Cárdenas. Escuche canciones populares de compositores folclóricos mexicanos como Rubio y Velázquez, y composiciones rapsódicas de compositores clásicos mexicanos como Chávez y Ponce. ¡Todos animados por bailarines, acróbatas y criaturas extrañas!¡Día de Muertos EN VIVO! presenta música para adultos y niños de todas las edades, además de deliciosas fantasías para el niño que todos llevamos dentro. Esta actuación se presentará en español. Accesibilidad: ¿Necesita interpretación de lengua de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o escriba a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Following the occasions at home, the Abbott family currently faces the fear of the rest of the world. Compelled to wander into the obscure, they understand the animals that chase by sound are not by any means the only dangers sneaking past the sand way.Paramount Pictures. - 97 minutes - Rated PG13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Union Park staff for some Halloween fun! Activities include decorating pumpkins, bouncy house, coloring pages, and more. Participants will also receive treat bags. #ChicagoFallFest

In this sequel, the police continue their hunt for the torture master Jigsaw, who is now terminally ill but has a crazed female apprentice to continue his sadistic games. Lions Gate Films, Inc.108 minutesRated RThis screening is for older teens.Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Come dressed in your Halloween costume and be ready to skate! Candy, Roller Skating, Arts & Crafts and more. This event will be outside - keep the weather in mind when you dress.If you have your own skates, please bring them. We will have a limited supply of skates available. #ChicagoFallFest

Celebrate Halloween with us and make your very own Halloween mason jar lantern. Make it as cute or spooky as you like. We'll supply all the materials needed. For ages 10 - 19Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event #ChicagoFallFest

Please join us for a screening of Haunted MansionThe narrative tells the story of mother-son tandem Gabbie and Travis as they try to get rid of the mansion's resident ghosts. They enlist the help of a priest while a paranormal tour guide and a psychic are also in on the ride for this exorcism purge. But with the presence of entities like the Hatbox Ghost, it's going to be a big challenge. This film is a theatrical adaptation of The Haunted Mansion theme park attraction in Disneyland.­ Walt Disney Pictures - 122 minutes - Rated PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us this October for our horror anime marathon! Each week we will feature a different horror anime in the teen area. In addition, we'll have a costume creation station as well equipped with a sewing machine and supplies to make your own masks, and other accessories.This week we'll be screening Zom 100: Bucket list of the Dead. The entire city is being ravaged by the undead…but Akira has never felt more alive! He's spent years working at a soul-crushing job that sucked every bit of joy out of his life. So when a zombie apocalypse tears through his town, he isn't scared at all; he's thrilled to finally have some time off. Now, Akira is on a mission to complete all 100 items on his bucket list.ShoPro, Episodes are about 25 minutes eachFor ages 13-19Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Corina and Ms. Maria for Club Create, an afterschool program for kids and tweens to unleash their creativity. Come make spooky crafts to get in the mood for Halloween. For ages 6 to 13.Acompañe a la Sra. Corina y la Sra. María en Club Creativo, un programa para que niños y preadolescentes suelten su creatividad. Ven a hacer manualidades espantosos para prepararse para Halloween.Para edades 6 a 13. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Hocus Pocus (1993).Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground. Walt Disney Pictures - 95 minutes - PGCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a spooktacular evening of magic and mystery! Come learn, create, and enjoy an enchanting Halloween event filled with surprises, illusions, and fun for all ages. Don't miss out on the magic! It's going to be a thrilling night! Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween. Activities include arts & crafts, games and more! Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

Explore elements of sound design and jump into the Halloween season by creating your own spooky sounds. No experience necessary. For ages 10 to 19. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Make Tuley Park part of your Halloween! Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween. Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

All ages are invited to decorate a mini pumpkin. Supplies are provided to make a spooky, grumpy, silly face or more!*One pumpkin per child (Only 30 mini pumpkins will be available but feel free to bring your own and decorate with friends!)For kids 18 months and up. How to Attend: Register by 5 p.m. the day before the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Transform donated toys into hideous creatures! This event is perfect for aspiring mad scientists and anyone who likes taking things apart and bringing them back... wrong...We'll have some dolls and action figures to use for parts, but feel free to bring your own toys as well - broken is OK!We'll also have hot glue guns and needles to put the pieces together (under supervision). For ages 8 and up. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for an afternoon of painting mini pumpkins. For ages 3 to 13.How to Attend: This event takes place in person and outdoors. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be canceled. Please register by 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 29.Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party at Green Briar Park. There will be games & goodies! We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season! Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

Una serie de celebraciónes tradicional de recuerdo para toda la familia que incluye cuentos, manualidades y una película.A series of traditional celebrations of remembrance for the entire family that includes stories, crafts and a movie. For families with children 13 and under.How to Attend Register by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, October 24. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us at Wrightwood-Ashburn to hear a spooky story, play fun games and engage in a scavenger hunt!For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for a bewitching blend of science and fun in our Witches' Brew Science Experiment! This experiment will be conducted at our Halloween Party! In this workshop, you will write your own unique spells and mix them with special ingredients to create surprising chemical reactions including color changes, fizzing and bubbling. For ages 5 to 14.This ScienceConnections program is made possible with generous funding through the Chicago Public Library Foundation. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our Halloween costume party, we'll have dance contest, crafts and more. This event is ideal for those ages 3-10. #ChicagoFallFest

Bring the whole family for a screening of Twitches!Destiny brings twin witches, separated at birth, back together on their 21st birthday to fight a dark force that is threatening their long-lost birth mother. Walt Disney Pictures - 105 minutes - TV-PGChildren 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Come dressed in your Halloween costumes and enjoy games, spooky treats and creepy crafts! We will even have a costume contest!For kids 0 to 13 and their families. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a frightfully fun evening of spooky stories, games, and crafts! Costumes are welcome. Perfect for children 5 to 13 and their families, this Halloween-themed event is sure to get you into the spirit.Activities include:Ghostly storytelling: Listen to spine-tingling tales of ghosts, ghouls and other spooky creatures.Halloween-themed crafts: Create your own spooky decorations and costumes.Halloween games: Play classic Halloween games like bobbing for apples and pin the tail on the jack-o'-lantern.Don't miss this spooky celebration! For kids 5 and up. How to Attend: This event takes place in person. Register by 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 29. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for Movies in the Garden!Come and enjoy a film screening of "Halloween". Weather permitting, please bring your own comfy blanket, pillow, lawn chair, and snacks!A survivor suffering from PTSD braces herself for a final confrontation with a serial killer who terrorized her suburban neighborhood four decades earlier after he manages to escape from confinement while being transferred to a maximum-security prison.Parental Advisory.Universal Pictures. | R | 106 mins.Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

You are going to get spooked visiting this ghoulish house! Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. #ChicagoFallFest

The Edgebrook Walks series is going on the road! Join us for a frightfully fun bus tour to see the best decorated Halloween houses in Edgebrook and beyond. We will visit homes in Forest Glen, Sauganash, Oriole Park, Norwood Park, Union Ridge, Big Oaks and more. Weather permitting, we will stop to take a closer look at a few of the locations on foot, so wear comfortable shoes. Enjoy Halloween Bingo in between stops for a chance to win fang-tastic prizes. For families with children 3 and up. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.This program is sponsored by donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation. How to Attend: Registration closes at 12 p.m. Sunday, October 27. Please dress appropriately for the weather. This event will be held rain or shine. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register.Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Enjoy a free Halloween Movie - Casper (1995). Please feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Seating provided will be metal bleachers and gym floor. Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

Bring sleeping bag & pillow. Popcorn, candy and a refreshment will be served. Days of the Week: Wednesday #ChicagoFallFest

Day of the Dead LIVE! takes you on a musical journey that is all FUN, celebrating Día de los Muertos, the holiday of family remembrance. With diabolical music from classical and popular composers, Mexican and European, this is a one-hour piano and puppet performance boasting larger-than-life characters, including jugglers, stilt-walkers, ghosts, skeletons, and dancers. It's a witty, wild, cultured romp and the ultimate family reunion ‚Äîwith dearly departed ancestors as the guests of honor!Music is performed by the virtuoso pianist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner. The merry life-sized puppets and direction from the circus-trained aerialist Juanita Cardenas. Hear popular songs of Mexican folk composers like Rubio and Velázquez, and rhapsodic compositions by Mexican classical composers like Chávez and Ponce.All animated by dancers, acrobats, and strange creatures!Day of the Dead LIVE! presents music for adults and children of all ages, plus delightful fantasies for the child in all of us.Groups of 10 or more can email adultservices@chipublib.org to reserve seats in advance.Images: Jonathan Marder + CompanyAccessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Meet likeminded people, relax, chat and create spooky coasters while the kids create with Ms. Izabel next door!How to AttendRegister to receive an email reminder. Adults, please register only yourselves for this event. You can register your children for the corresponding children's event here. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Izabel to make some spooky popsicle stick Halloween decorations while your adults work on their own craft next door!For kids in Kindergarten and up and their caregivers. How to Attend: Register by the start of the event to receive an email reminder. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Adults, please register only children for this event and yourselves for the corresponding adult event here. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Sweat for your sweets in this heart pumping pumpkin-based wellness class! All levels of fitness are welcome! #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for an English and Spanish story time filled with books, songs, movement and more! Stay after for a fun Día de los Muertos craft. For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. ¡√önase a nosotros para una hora de cuentos en inglés y español llena de libros, canciones, movimiento y mucho más. Quédese después para una divertida manualidad del Día de los Muertos.Para niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Accesibilidad: ¿Necesita interpretación en lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a boo-ti-ful time! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy a fun night of dancing. Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Day of the Dead LIVE! takes you on a musical journey that is all FUN, celebrating Día de los Muertos, the holiday of family remembrance. With diabolical music from classical and popular composers, Mexican and European, this is a one-hour piano and puppet performance boasting larger-than-life characters, including jugglers, stilt-walkers, ghosts, skeletons, and dancers. It's a witty, wild, cultured romp and the ultimate family reunion ‚Äîwith dearly departed ancestors as the guests of honor!Music is performed by the virtuoso pianist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner. The merry life-sized puppets and direction from the circus-trained aerialist Juanita Cardenas. Hear popular songs of Mexican folk composers like Rubio and Velázquez, and rhapsodic compositions by Mexican classical composers like Chávez and Ponce.All animated by dancers, acrobats, and strange creatures!Day of the Dead LIVE! presents music for adults and children of all ages, plus delightful fantasies for the child in all of us.Groups of 10 or more can email adultservices@chipublib.org to reserve seats in advance.Images: Jonathan Marder + CompanyAccessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us at our annual Community Trick or Treating. Stop by wearing your favorite Halloween costume! Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Celebrate Halloween with, what else, Halloween! A survivor suffering from PTSD braces herself for a final confrontation with a serial killer who terrorized her suburban neighborhood four decades earlier after he manages to escape from confinement while being transferred to a maximum-security prison. Universal Pictures R - 106 MinutesCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Stop by the library for an afternoon of spooky stories around the (fake) campfire. Bring your costume and a good scary story to tell as well! We will be meeting in the program room but don't be surprised if the lights are off. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

The narrative tells the story of mother-son tandem Gabbie and Travis as they try to get rid of the mansion's resident ghosts. They enlist the help of a priest while a paranormal tour guide and a psychic are also in on the ride for this exorcism purge. But with the presence of entities like the Hatbox Ghost, it's going to be a big challenge. This film is a theatrical adaptation of The Haunted Mansion theme park attraction in Disneyland. Walt Disney Pictures - 122 Minutes - Rated PG-13Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a load of crafts and spooky treats. For kids 0 to 13. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Do you have a favorite horror book you are just dying to share with others? Look no further! Teens ages 13-19 are invited to participate in our Fright-Fall book discussion. Meeting every Thursday throughout October, participants are invited to discuss their favorite spooky titles with other students who share a passion for all things horror related. Unlike other book clubs where the discussion is centered around one specific book participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading and engage with other likeminded readers. We hope to see you there! Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Calling all teens! Join us for a film screening of Hocus Pocus!"Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground."Walt Disney Pictures - PG - 95 MinutesCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Scream VI. Bored of the quaint town of Woodsboro, the notorious serial killer Ghostface leaves his small-town stomping grounds behind, pursuing more ambitious conquests in New York City. Determined to overthrow his reign of terror once and for all, a cohort of familiar faces returns to seek justice for the bloodshed. The sixth installment in the horror franchise.Paramount Pictures --Runtime 122 minutes --Rated RCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us on Halloween to help decorate sugar skulls. We have the skulls and the royal icing; all we need is you to help decorate! You'll be able to take home your sugar skull to place on your home ofrenda (altar). Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.Photo source: Alonso, CPL #ChicagoFallFest

Come join us for the third and final installment of our Dia de los Muertos series where we will be screening the Pixar picture Coco. Filled with vibrant colors and catchy songs to sing along to, Coco follows the story of young Miguel with big dreams of becoming an accomplished musician. To prove Miguel's talents, he embarks on an extraordinary journey unveiling the real story behind his family's history. Pixar | PG | 105 minutes For families with children 13 and under. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Trunk-or-treats are perfect for families to bring their young ones during daylight hours get their sweet treats in a fun environment! Local organizations along with park staff and CAPs decorated their cars and line them up so kids can go from trunk to trunk gathering sweets, just like trick-or-treating.Adult/Parent/Guardian must be accompanied by a child. While supplies last. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for spooky stories, games, crafts and treats at our Halloween celebration! Don't forget your costume! For kids of all ages.How to Attend: This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

It's spooky season! Please join Teen staff for a family friendly Halloween celebration with food, fun and B-I-N-G-O! Everyone playing will win a prize. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Enter if you dare! Take a tour of the Haunted Library created by our Scary Squad and take part in other spooky activities!Best for youth, ages 6 to 16. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Create a Day of the Dead sticker using our vinyl cutter. For ages 10 and upAccessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more! Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Brew up your own magic potion with our witchy craft materials (while supplies last) and then tour the Haunted Library... if you dare!For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us this October for our horror anime marathon! Each week we will feature a different horror anime in the teen area. In addition, we'll have a costume creation station as well equipped with a sewing machine and supplies to make your own masks, and other accessories.This week we'll be screening Zom 100: Bucket list of the Dead. The entire city is being ravaged by the undead‚ but Akira has never felt more alive! He's spent years working at a soul-crushing job that sucked every bit of joy out of his life. So when a zombie apocalypse tears through his town, he isn't scared at all; he's thrilled to finally have some time off. Now, Akira is on a mission to complete all 100 items on his bucket list. ShoPro, Episodes are about 25 minutes eachFor ages 13-19Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Wear your costume, play fun games and make a craft to take home. For children of all ages and their families. Children under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.Ponte tu disfraz, juega juegos divertidos y haz una manualidad para llevar a casa.Para niños de todas las edades y sus familias. Los niños menores de 11 años deben estar acompañados por un adulto cuidador.How to Attend: This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from Chicago Public Library. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Before you see the sequel, join us for a screening of the original Beetlejuice!After Barbara and Adam Maitland are killed in a car crash, they find themselves trapped as ghosts in their beautiful New England farmhouse. Their peaceful 'existence' is disrupted when a yuppie family, the Deetz's, buy their house. The Maitlands are too nice and harmless as ghosts and all their efforts to scare the Deetz's away are unsuccessful. They decide to call to Beetlejuice, a people-exorcizing ghost, for help. Warner Bros. - 93 minutes - Rated PGCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Treat yourself to a boo-tiful family-friendly Halloween Party at the park. There will be games, treats & lots of fun. Make sure to come dressed in costume! Ideal for children ages 2-10. Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for Halloween activities and treats. Costumes welcome! Enjoy a special musical performance from Little Miss Ann at 3:30 p.m. For kids 0 to 13 and their families. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for stories, games, crafts and treats at in celebration of Halloween. Don't forget your costume!For kids of all ages.How to Attend: This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Hocus Pocus (1993) and yummy snacks!Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground.Walt Disney Pictures -- 95 minutes, Rated PG. Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Halloween Community Party in the Park! We'll have Halloween themed games, treats, and lots of fun. Dress in your Halloween best. No registration is required. Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a scary and fun time as we celebrate Halloween. We're playing games, hosting a costume party, eating snacks and more! For ages 6 to 19. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Come dressed in your Halloween costumes and enjoy games, spooky treats, creepy crafts and decorating!Come with an open mind and creative spirit. Take a "treat bags" to go, while supplies last. For ages 10 to 19. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Children can come dressed in their costumes to collect candy from cars decorated for Halloween at our 5th annual Trunk or Treat. Activities include arts & crafts, games and more! Event takes place in front of the building...you can't miss it! Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Come celebrate our favorite holiday with spooky science and crafts, creepy fun treats, and more! For all ages 6 and up. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of CasperThe Friendly Ghost attempts to befriend the 12-year-old daughter of a paranormal expert, but his nasty ghost uncles wreak havoc.Universal Pictures - 100 minutes - PGCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Come to Legler YOUMedia for part of Legler's Haunted Library event! Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event #ChicagoFallFest

Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more! Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party!We are looking forward to seeing your spellbinding disguise, most creative and spookiest costumes. See you in the parks this Halloween season #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our Halloween spooktacular on the Chicago River. Dressing up is a must, and there will be prizes for the best costumes! We will wear headlamps as we paddle down the beautiful landscape of the Chicago River. Children must be at least three years of age and children under 35 lbs will need to bring their own life vest. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the program. Your registration fee covers rental of all equipment plus instruction. Based at the River Park Boathouse, the Chicago Park District's RiverLab program is a series of educational events and activities dedicated to reconnecting residents of Chicago with their river. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for our Halloween spooktacular on the Chicago River. Dressing up is a must, and there will be prizes for the best costumes! We will wear headlamps as we paddle down the beautiful landscape of the Chicago River. Children must be at least three years of age and children under 35 lbs will need to bring their own life vest. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the program. Your registration fee covers rental of all equipment plus instruction. Based at the River Park Boathouse, the Chicago Park District's RiverLab program is a series of educational events and activities dedicated to reconnecting residents of Chicago with their river. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Days of the Week: Thursday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show.A doctor offers shelter to a straitlaced newly engaged couple when their car breaks down near his mansion, where they experience a collection of outrageous partygoers. 20th Century Fox, 102 Minutes, Rated RCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

¡Día de Muertos EN VIVO! te lleva a un viaje musical totalmente DIVERTIDO, celebrando el Día de los Muertos, la festividad del recuerdo familiar. Con música diabólica de compositores clásicos y populares, mexicanos y europeos, esta es una actuación de piano y marionetas de una hora de duración que cuenta con personajes gigantes, incluidos malabaristas, zancudos, fantasmas, esqueletos y bailarines. Es una aventura ingeniosa, salvaje y culta y la reunión familiar definitiva, ¡con nuestros queridos ancestros como invitados de honor!La música está a cargo del virtuoso pianista Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner, de 26 años. Los alegres títeres de tamaño natural y la dirección de la trapecista entrenada en circo Juanita Cárdenas. Escuche canciones populares de compositores folclóricos mexicanos como Rubio y Velázquez, y composiciones rapsódicas de compositores clásicos mexicanos como Chávez y Ponce. ¡Todos animados por bailarines, acróbatas y criaturas extrañas!¡Día de Muertos EN VIVO! presenta música para adultos y niños de todas las edades, además de deliciosas fantasías para el niño que todos llevamos dentro. Esta actuación se presentará en español.Fotos: Jonathan Marder + CompanyAccesibilidad¿Necesita interpretación de lengua de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o escriba a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben realizarse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Learn how to make a mini lantern and about Dia de los Muertos in this grab and go kit, This grab and go kit is available during library hours while supplies last. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

A boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his lofty ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors. Disney Pixar - 109 minutes - PGCommunity Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility: English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #ChicagoFallFest

Day of the Dead LIVE! takes you on a musical journey that is all FUN, celebrating Día de los Muertos, the holiday of family remembrance. With diabolical music from classical and popular composers, Mexican and European, this is a one-hour piano and puppet performance boasting larger-than-life characters, including jugglers, stilt-walkers, ghosts, skeletons, and dancers. It's a witty, wild, cultured romp and the ultimate family reunion ‚Äîwith dearly departed ancestors as the guests of honor!Music is performed by the virtuoso pianist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner. The merry life-sized puppets and direction from the circus-trained aerialist Juanita Cardenas. Hear popular songs of Mexican folk composers like Rubio and Velázquez, and rhapsodic compositions by Mexican classical composers like Chávez and Ponce.All animated by dancers, acrobats, and strange creatures!Day of the Dead LIVE! presents music for adults and children of all ages, plus delightful fantasies for the child in all of us.Groups of 10 or more can email adultservices@chipublib.org to reserve seats in advance.Images: Jonathan Marder + CompanyAccessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us as we celebrate Day of The Dead through cultural exhibits. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a celebration of Day of the Dead at Marquette Park Cultural Center! Dia de los Muertos/ Day of the Dead is a community celebration honoring and celebrating the lives of loved ones that have passed away. Performances, games, and community resources for the whole family! This will mark the final day to see diversion, an art exhibition highlighting Southwest side artists, organized by Anchor Curator-in-Residence, Carlos Flores. Anchor is stewarded by the Chicago Park District and funded by Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, Builders Initiative, and Walder Foundation. Days of the Week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Join us as we celebrate Day of The Dead through cultural exhibits. #ChicagoFallFest

Paint a sugar skull on canvas. Learn about the Día de los Muertos celebration. For ages 8 to adult. How to Attend This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Accesibilidad: ¿Necesita interpretación de lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access@chipublib.org para solicitar adaptaciones. Las solicitudes deben hacerse por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Check out the altar for Day of the Dead at the branch and participate in art activities presented by VillArte. Be part of the Day of the Dead celebration in Little Village by checking out the altars throughout the community and stop by for a special workshop. For ages 6 to 13.Visita el altar del Día de los Muertos en la sucursal y participa en actividades artísticas presentadas por VillArte. Forme parte de la celebración del Día de los Muertos en La Villita echando un vistazo a los altares repartidos por toda la comunidad y pase por un taller especial.Para edades de 6 a 13 años. Accessibility: Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #ChicagoFallFest