Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
Woody, a good-hearted cowboy doll who belongs to a young boy named Andy, sees his position as Andy’s favorite toy jeopardized when his parents buy him a Buzz Lightyear action figure. Even worse, the arrogant Buzz thinks he’s a real spaceman on a mission to return to his home planet. When Andy’s family moves to...
Make cool origami animals! Turn a simple piece of paper into an awesome creation!
Spend a night celebrating all things Taylor Swift! Travel through the eras with games, trivia, crafts, snacks, and, of course, music! Let the games begin with Taylor-themed challenges. Can you recognize songs from the first note played? Are you enough of a mastermind to beat our brain teasers? Make the friendship bracelets, the paper rings,...
Explore Children’s Services in this scavenger hunt featuring past, present and future generations of Black excellence.
Celebrate Black History Month with a scavenger hunt around the Library! This STEAM-focused (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) scavenger hunt will teach participants about achievements of Black pioneers and inventors as they search for related images hidden around the Library. The scavenger hunt runs from Feb. 23 - Feb. 29.
In celebration of Black Creativity, kids and families can talk with African American artists, scientists and engineers about innovative work happening right here in our city. This is an opportunity to learn from experts during dynamic demonstrations, hands-on activities and one-on-one conversations. Discover how to turn your passions into a career! Professionals will be stationed...
Check out a pair of our snowshoes, help with litter pickup, warm up by a fire, and play in the snow!
On Saturday, February 24, drop by Willis Tower anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for Engineering Fest! Activities are geared toward youth ages 8-12, but the whole family is welcome to join. The theme for this year’s festival is Building Tall, showcasing how engineers innovate solutions that provide communities with effective transportation networks, lead...
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