The ECA is a proud supporter of the Edgebrook Branch Library. Located at 5331 W. Devon Ave, the library offers a wealth of entertainment and education media for the entire family.

The Edgebrook Branch Library is open Monday and Wednesday from Noon – 8 PM, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 AM – 6 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 9 AM – 5 PM.

Join Beth Sair for a presentation of the Talking Statues of Chicago and watch her breathe new life into our city’s spectacular public art collection. These compelling stories are written by Chicagoans, voiced by Chicago actors and co-produced by Chicago theaters. Find out which set of statues speak as the unofficial mascots of Chicago and which statue claims he actually discovered America 500 years before Columbus.

Online registration is required. Click here to register.

Join us for a fun-filled story time that includes books, songs, rhymes, music and a craft. This program is the perfect place for your child to discover his or her inner artist.

For ages 2-4.

Online registration is required. Click here to register.

You must register your child for each individual session.

Enjoy books, songs, action rhymes, playtime and more at these programs for little bookworms.

For ages 0-2.

Registration is not required.

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Each chess session begins with an instructor giving a lesson on chess strategy/tactics, and the remainder of the session is reserved for practice games.

For ages 6 yrs. & up.

Registration is not required.

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The weekend is almost here! Celebrate Friday with books, songs, action rhymes and more during this story time for families.

For ages 0-5.

Registration is not required.

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Use your imagination and creativity to complete LEGO® challenges.

For ages 5-10.

Registration is not required.

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It's cold outside! Visit the library and build your own paper plate snowman.

For ages 3-7.

Registration is not required.

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Continue your holiday cheer by making your own 3D paper Reindeer.

For ages 3-7.

Registration is not required.

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Attention Graphic Novel readers:

Come share your thoughts and be ready to discuss the featured story. For January we are discussing Awkward by Svetlana Chmakova.

Copies are available at the reference desk.

For ages 8 and up.

Registration is not required.

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Come ready to discuss the featured story, participate in story-related activities and make a simple craft.

For January we are discussing Martin Luther King, Jr. by Emma E. Haldy.

Copies are available at the reference desk.

For ages 5-8.

Registration is not required.

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The Junior League of Chicago Mad Hatters are back for a fun-filled program of books, poems and songs. Hear some all-time favorite books performed, as well as books that are sure to become new favorites.

For ages 3-9.

Registration is not required.

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Bring your "second favorite" stuffed animal to the library on February 20, 2019 for a bedtime-themed story time. Make a nametag and sleep mask for your stuffed animal, and then tuck your friend in and say good night.

Come back on February 21, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. to pick up your stuffed animal and see what fun adventures your friend had overnight.

For all ages.

Registration is required. Click the dates below to register.

• Wednesday, February 20
• Thursday, February 21

You must register for both dates.

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Come ready to discuss the featured story, participate in story-related activities and make a simple craft.

For February we are discussing Mouse and Mole: Secret Valentine by Wong Herbert Yee.

Copies are available at the reference desk.

For ages 5-8.

Registration is not required.

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Check back often to learn about new programming and updates.