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Courtyard Tales: Preschool Story Time by the Book Bird

Join the Obama Presidential Branch story time, especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
Event Details
Thu, Sep 10 • 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Rachel Carson Courtyard
Admission
This event is free. Registration is required through the Chicago Public Library. Please note this event registration does not include Museum admission.

Details

Register one (1) 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.

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org (Opens in a new tab) to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Plan Your Visit

Chicago Public Library, Obama Presidential Center Branch

Libraries are the beating heart of a strong democratic culture. Here we welcome local residents, scholars, and visitors from around the world to connect, reflect, and act. The Obama Presidential Center campus features a new branch of the Chicago Public Library that celebrates the rich history of Chicago’s public libraries and the powerful legacy of the Obamas. The Library Branch includes a YOUMedia Suite, a City Maker’s Space, a Children’s Area, and the exclusive President’s Reading Room, a collection of written works that reflect the interests, histories, and readings of President and Mrs. Obama. Mon & Wed 12 - 8 p.m. CT Tues & Thur 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. CT Fri & Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT Sun 1 -5 p.m. CT

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