A fair partnered with the Divine 9 organizations and sharing with youth how they have shaped and impacted black communities.

Join other aspiring authors this fall for Write at CPL , a series of workshops presented by our partners at Story Studio . This workshop will focus on Fairy Tales and Intuitive Magic and is led by David Welch.
In opposition to what we're often taught, fairy tales depend on flatness and abstraction. We'll consider this idea for the evening, specifically how tales combine these techniques with what Kate Berheimer refers to as "intuitive logic and formalized magic." How exactly can writers use flatness and abstraction to fashion engaging images? How do our stories intuitively move? How does one "formalize magic," anyway? Beginning with an overview of Bernheimer's definitions, we'll then use them to explore several contemporary stories as well as our own writing.

Due to limited space, registration is required.

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 credit: c0fbf559, nappy.co #ChicagoFallFest

Want to learn English? This twice-a-week course will help you in talking to your supervisors, your children's teachers, neighbors, doctors and more. Classes are taught in small groups. They include speaking and writing, listening and conversation, vocabulary and grammar, and cultural understanding. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday starting September 8th through December 17th . Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to attend every session. Register in person or call 312-745-1862.

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.

¿Quieres aprender ingles? Esta curso, dos veces por semana, le ayudará a hablar con sus supervisores, maestros de sus hijos, vecinos, medicos y más. El curso de ingles se imparta en grupos pequeños. Incluye hablar y escribir, escuchar y conversar, vocabulario y gramática, y comprensión cultural. Este curso se lleva a acabo cada lunes y miercoles desde el 8 de septiembre hasta el 17 de diciembre. Se requiere registrarse en persona o llame a 312-745-1862.

Accesibilidad: ¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access-chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #ChicagoFallFest

Join Ms. Carlynn for a fun filled fall story time especially for our littlest patrons! We'll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 0 to 3 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

Celebrate Dia de Muertos with inflatable rides, food, raffles, music, and folklorico performances. We will be showcasing alebrijes and ofrendas with black lights.

Join Marillac in Garfield Park for an event celebrating Día de los Muertos. This event is planned for youth, by youth.

Join Merit’s Wind Symphony for a free concert celebrating a Latin American tradition originating in Mexico, featuring music from Disney's Coco. Audience members are invited to move, dance, make noise, or partake in any way which helps them to enjoy the music. Families and those with sensory processing sensitivities welcome. #ChicagoFallFest

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Únete a la Merit's Wind Symphony en un concierto gratuito que celebra una tradición latinoamericana originaria de México, presentando música de Coco. Invitamos al público a moverse, bailar, hacer ruido, o participar de cualquier forma que les permita disfrutar de la música. Las familias y las personas con sensibilidad sensorial son bienvenidas.

Get your scare on with Snapology’s Monster Mania! Use LEGO® bricks to create your own monster fighter, build a haunted town and have a scary good time during this fun program. Tonight will be a spook-tacular party! Come and join us, if you dare!

Join us at Kennicott Park for Fright Night: a night full of games, music, costume contest, and spooktacular fun just for kids ages 13 - 18 yrs old

Join us at Kennicott Park for Fright Night: a night full of games, music, costume contest, and spooktacular fun just for kids ages 13 - 18 yrs old #ChicagoFallFest

Join us at this community Halloween party and enjoy some games & prizes, Halloween music, and snacks.This is a drop-in event. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Day(s) of the week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Villapalooza presents ¡Noche de Fantasmas!, a Halloween mini concert in collaboration with the Chicago Park District. Enjoy an evening of punk, rock, goth, emo, and metal at Douglass Park Cultural and Community Center Auditorium and Ballroom on October 31, from 5?8pm. Costumes encouraged! Day(s) of the week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Teen Halloween Silent Party with Dueling DJ Party is a unique experience where participants use silent party headphones to choose between different DJs playing various music genres simultaneously. Day(s) of the week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more! Day(s) of the week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Join The Puerto Rican Cultural Center and the Violence Prevention & Intervention Department for our **Annual Haunted Paseo** — a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration on **Friday, October 31st, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM**!

Enjoy an evening filled with **food, drinks, snacks, games, costumes, and spooky fun** at our **Haunted House inside Battle Bandera Boxing Club (2619 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622)**.

Costumes are highly recommended, and everyone is invited to come out and celebrate Halloween together on **El Paseo Boricua**!

Join Us for Trunk or Treat!

Bring the family out for a fun and safe Halloween celebration on October 31st from 4 PM – 7 PM at 4008 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60624. Enjoy free skating, food, candy, face painting, music, giveaways, and more!

This community event is hosted in partnership with local organizations dedicated to fun, safety, and togetherness. Don’t miss it!

We hope you make Paschen Park part of your Halloween Trick or Treat plans! Bring your little ones in costume to celebrate the season. Day(s) of the week: Friday #ChicagoFallFest

Get ready for a spooktacular time! Join us for a Halloween bash filled with thrilling games, tasty treats, and tons of fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume and let your spooky spirit shine. No registration needed, just bring your excitement! #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for a spooky good time at South Side Help Center’s annual Trunk or Treat event! This free, family-friendly celebration is open to all ages and features decorated car trunks, candy giveaways, games, music, and more. Come in costume and bring your friends for an evening of fun, laughter, and community spirit. Whether you're handing out treats or just here for the fun, there’s something for everyone! #ChicagoFallFest

During this free Halloween event, we will safely distribute candy to youth and families in the community. Park partners, volunteers, and PAC members will distribute candy from their cars as trick or treaters come by for Halloween goodies. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us at Kennicott Park for the Boo! Bash: a night full of games, music, costume contest, and spooktacular fun just for kids ages 5 - 13yrs old #ChicagoFallFest

Tweens are invited into the after-school room for some spooky Halloween campfire fun! Sit around the "campfire," make s'mores and read ghostly tales. Not for the faint of heart, do you dare join in, or are you a scaredy cat? For tweens 10 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

It's spooky season! Please join Teen staff for a fun-filled 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

Join us as we make spooky slime, and come dressed in your costume for a treat, not a trick.
Supplies are provided.
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

Dress up in your favorite costume and celebrate this Fall with family & friends at LeClaire-Hearst Park! There will be free activities including fun games, a DJ, and a dance party. #ChicagoFallFest