July 2023 at Sulzer Regional Library
A current list of upcoming events can be found at bit.ly/sulzerevents. All events are in-person unless otherwise indicated.
Current Exhibits
"Stories We Tell: The History of Hild and Sulzer" will be on display in the second-floor exhibit cases near the Chicago history collection from June 1-September 30. The exhibit is part of CPL's 150th anniversary celebration and documents 92 years of regional libraries on the Northside."
Family Programs
Summer at CPL: Celebrating 150 Years!
June 10 - August 6
Calling all kids ages 0-13 and their families! Are you ready to read, create and have fun this summer? Just visit your branch or chipublib.org/summer.
3D Printing Workshop
Saturday, July 1 & 15 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Join in on our new 3D printing workshops for tweens and their families. Participants learn how to use TinkerCAD to design models that can be printed here at the library. For ages 10 to 13. Please register online.
Making Art with Bernadette
Monday, July 10, 17, 24, 31 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Be creative and make a masterpiece inspired by literary genres with art teacher Bernadette Foch. For kids 6 to 13. Please register online.
Story Time
Tuesday, July 11, 18, 25 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Tuesday, July 11, 18, 25 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Join our story time for toddlers and preschoolers! We share about 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and books. For ages 1½ to 5 with a caregiver.
Makers and Gamers
Tuesday, July 11, 18, 25 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Come hang out in this informal club for kids who like to make stuff and play games. You can learn to use maker equipment; play Mario Kart on our Switch; or just relax with some arts, crafts and snacks! For ages 10 to 14.
Story Time at Welles Park
Wednesday, July 12, 19, 26 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Join Sulzer Regional Library in Welles Park for story time! We share songs, rhymes and books. For ages 5 and under and a caregiver. No registration required. In case of rain or temperatures over 90 degrees or below 50 degrees, the program is cancelled. Register for our mailing list for notifications of any cancellations due to weather: bit.ly/3oLLCNv
LEGO® Club
Thursday, July 13 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts and engineers! Our children’s librarians will offer guidance as we take on building challenges and do some open-ended free play. Join us to make new friends while building STEAM skills. For ages 5 to 12.
Mammals and More with Flying Fox Conservation Fund
Thursday, July 27 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Meet a variety of exotic animals from around the world. Learn about their natural history as well as their conservation needs. For ages 3 and up. Please register online.
Adult Programs
Sulzer Maker Lab: Open Shop
Thursday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Welcome to the Sulzer Regional Maker Lab! Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software and/or equipment overview
Find out how we can help with your project
Use our Cricut electronic cutter, 3D printer, or sewing machine
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults: The Black Hack Campaign Session 3
Saturday, July 8 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Are you an adult interested in tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons? Come give it a try at the Sulzer Regional Library! No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. We will be using a simplified version of the D&D rules known as The Black Hack. This will be the third session of an ongoing campaign. Please register online.
Watercolor Water Worlds with Artist Kaye Buchman (Online)
Wednesday, July 12 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for another wonderful art workshop taught by artist Kaye Buchman! Participants will explore the lively flow and movement of the aquatic world using a variety of watercolor painting techniques and approaches. Working with expressive paint applications of both wet and dry paper, organic compositions will be developed through watercolor layering, pours and glazing. Luminous color palettes will be created using a combination of transparent and opaque methods. This workshop is open to students of all levels and no prior painting experience is required. Supply packets will be provided. Students must provide their own water cups, paper towels and 1" masking tape. Please register online.
Crafting Circle
Thursday, July 13 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Do you like to knit or crochet? Maybe you like origami. Whatever kind of craft you enjoy, you can come and join a community of crafters. Once a month we will meet to work on our projects and hang out. Meet like-minded people. Bring your own supplies. This is an informal hang out where I'm supplying the space.
DIY: Design and Decorate Your Own Greeting Cards
Monday, July 17 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Join us for this open space to design and decorate greeting cards for any occasion. Blank cards and supplies will be available for you to use. Please register online.
150th Art Workshop: Book Paper Marbleizing
Tuesday, July 18 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Make beautiful, marbled paper to help tell your story. In 1873, the Chicago Public Library received its start from Queen Victoria and the books that were sent were all covered in beautiful, marbleized covers. Inspired by that original donation, join the library for a hands-on workshop making your own unique paper that can be used in many different ways. All supplies and instructions will be provided to participants. Please register online.
Max Grinnell's Walking Tour of the Sulzer Regional Library and Neighborhood
Friday, July 21 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Celebrate CPL’s 150th Anniversary! Over the past almost forty years, the Sulzer Regional Library has provided Chicago Public Library patrons on the North Side with an impressive range of community programs, outreach initiatives, and books. This walking tour will take visitors through the Lincoln Square community to discuss how the surrounding community has changed over the past four decades and beyond. This tour will be led by Max Grinnell, author, urbanologist, geographer, historian, and professor who is an expert in describing, critiquing, and analyzing urban conditions. He has designed and taught urban studies, community development, geography, planning, and sociology courses at the University of Wisconsin, Boston University, the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, and the University of Chicago. This project is partially supported by a grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and presented as part of the Culture In My Neighborhood initiative. #CultureInMyNeighborhood
Movie Melodies: The Music of the Gershwins
Saturday, July 22 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Many beloved classic Hollywood films made all the more memorable by the musical talents of brothers George and Ira Gershwin. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents about the influence of the Gershwin's in classic film, some of their most popular songs represented in film, and their legacies today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories.
The Raven 60th Anniversary Screening
Tuesday, July 25 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Join a viewing of The Raven (1963) d. Roger Corman (86 min). Introduced by Aaron Christensen (HORROR 101 with Dr. AC), with Q&A to follow. Having delivered several brooding Gothic masterpieces loosely based on Edgar Allan Poe’s work, director Roger Corman and screenwriter Richard Matheson turned the author’s best-known poem into an extravagant slapstick romp starring terror titans Boris Karloff, Vincent Price, and Peter Lorre alongside a very young Jack Nicholson. With bickering wizards, magic spells, mystical duels, and warnings from beyond the grave, this charming and entertaining effort still delivers the family-friendly goods.
Make a Decoration for a Tote Bag
Monday, July 31 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Want to make your own decoration for a tote bag? We will use the cricuit software to select a simple image to cut. Then, we will iron it onto a tote bag giving you a personalized bag. Please register online.
BOOK CLUBS
Comic Book Roundtable: Spider-Man
Saturday, July 1 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Comic Book Roundtable, a meet-up group for fans. New topics every month. This month we’ll be talking about Spider-Man and the Spider-Verse. Please contact us if you have any questions or suggestions for future topics! Example Titles:
Spider-Verse by Mike Costa
Spider-geddon by Christos Gage
Read what you like! All opinions welcome. Digital copies are also available with a library card on Hoopla.
Great Books (Online via Zoom)
Thursday, July 6 at 6:00 PM
Winesburg Ohio by Sherwood Anderson
Thursday, July 20 at 6:00 PM
The Poetry of Vachel Lindsay
Email cscanlon@chipublib.org to register.
Adult Nonfiction Book Discussion (Online)
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
Tuesday, July 11 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Book clubs are a great way to connect with other readers and discuss your favorite kinds of books with likeminded people. In this book discussion, we will discuss A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. In this book there will be simple principles and platitudes that takes the readers on an inspiring spiritual journey to find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality: the discovery of truth and light. Please register online.
Science Fiction Fantasy Book Club
The Girl With All The Gifts
Tuesday, July 25 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
This month the Sulzer Regional Library will be reading The Girl With All the Gifts by Mike Carey. Melanie is a special little girl. She loves school and her favorite teacher. Every day, she's taken to her lessons. She doesn't understand why her talking about what she wants to do when she grows up makes her teacher sad.
COMMUNITY CINEMA
Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for these screenings.
Film Screening: The Great Muppet Caper (1981)
Monday, July 3 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join us for a screening of The Great Muppet Caper. The muppets are in London covering a jewel heist. © Universal Pictures - 95 minutes – G.
Film Screening: The Woman King (2022)
Wednesday, July 19 from 5:30 PM to 7:45 PM
Join us for a screening of The Woman King.The remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a ferocity unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, it follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and prepares them for battle against an enemy determined to obliterate their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for.© Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. - Runtime 135 minutes - Rated PG-13.
EVENTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FORWARD CHICAGO
Mahjong: Forward Chicago
Fridays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Forward Chicago invites you to come play or learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong at the library. If you need assistance locating the room, please see the security desk for help.
Play Bridge: Forward Chicago
Thursday, July 13 & 27 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Forward Chicago invites you to come play or learn Bridge. This takes place at Sulzer Regional Library every 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month
Repair Café: Forward Chicago
Saturday, July 8 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Forward Chicago is hosting workshops called Repair Cafe every 2nd Saturday of the month. The workshop will be held in our community room located on the first floor in our lobby area. If you need assistance locating the room, please see the security desk for help. In this workshop, they can repair jewelry, sew clothes and repair general stuff too depending on the item. Adults and teens are welcome.
Teen Programs
In addition to our regular posted hours (M-TH from 3-7pm), Sulzer's YOUmedia is also open on evenings and weekends whenever staff is available.
Tabletop Gaming Open Shop
Saturdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Interested in other roleplaying and wargaming tabletop games? Join us for open shop where we play Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, Necromundo, Kill Team and alternative RPGs like Mork Borg, Black Crusade (40k), Call of Cthulhu, Deadlands and more! We change it up as we go. Want to work on assembling/painting miniatures and talking Warhammer lore? We do that too. Open to teens, ages 13-19.
DSLR Camera Certification
Wednesday, July 5 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get certified to borrow Sulzer's DSLR cameras while you also improve your photos and videos, learn advanced DSLR camera skills, use specialized cameras, lenses, lighting and other gear and print your photos in high quality. Interested but can't make this time? Email YOUmediaSulzer@gmail.com to make an appointment, or talk to staff. Open to teens 13-19. Please register online.
Maker Tuesdays for Teens
Tuesday, July 11, 18, 25 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Explore your creative side at the library this summer! Stop by the library on Tuesdays for a different workshop each week. We will have a rotating series of art and DIY workshops such Creating with Cricut, Rock Painting, Yarn Wall Hanging, Paper Circuits, Button Making, and more. Open to teens ages 13-18.
YOUmedia Cricut Certification
Wednesday, July 12 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get certified to use Sulzer YOUmedia's Cricut so you can start making stickers, designing decals, customizing clothing, crafting and much more. Interested but can't make this certification? Email YOUmediaSulzer@gmail.com to make an appointment. Open to teens ages 13-19. Please register online.
Local Photo Walk with Ashley Houghton
Monday, July 17 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Photographer Ashley Houghton returns to Sulzer YOUmedia for photography and camera quick tips and neighborhood exploration. Borrow a library DSLR camera, or bring your own camera or phone. Learn from Ashley as we explore on foot and via CTA bus to find all the best nearby photo spots, discover hidden gems, and take lots of photos in different natural light settings. Meet at Sulzer YOUmedia. Ventra passes will be provided as needed. For teens 13 to 19. Please register online.
Airbrush Certification
Tuesday, July 18 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get certified to use YOUmedia's airbrush kit. The airbrush can be used for a variety of applications such as traditional painting, miniature/model painting, temporary tattoos, clothing design, shoe customization and much more. The certification will cover how to safely use and clean the equipment and provide hands on practice. Certified teens are eligible to use the airbrush kit for their own projects by appointment only. Open to teens in high school, ages 13-19. Please register online.
Neighborhood Photography by CTA with Ashley Houghton
Monday, July 24 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Photographer Ashley Houghton returns to Sulzer YOUmedia for more photography and camera quick tips and neighborhood exploration. Borrow a library DSLR camera, or bring your own camera or phone. At this session, we'll venture on CTA for the opportunity to explore a new neighborhood (TBD in June) . We'll discuss how to use the camera as a tool for discovering and capturing the uniqueness and culture of a neighborhood - its people, places and art - and examine some exemplary Chicago photographers. Meet at Sulzer YOUmedia. Ventra passes will be provided. For teens 13 to 19. Please register online.
Teen Book Club
Wednesday, July 26 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Join us for our monthly book discussion! Open to teens ages 13-18. You can attend in person at Sulzer- or virtually. Please register online.
RISO Printed Photos with Ashley Houghton
Monday, July 31 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Transforming you best photos from digital to print elevates the impact of viewing it, provides opportunities to showcase it privately and publicly, and overall brings your art to life. Discover how RISO printing takes the wonder of print photography even further with our favorite photographer and printmaker, Ashley Houghton! Bring a few of your favorite digital photos- perhaps from one of Ashley's workshops this summer- and create dual-color art prints that you can make for free on Sulzer's RISO printer. Open to teens, age 13 to 19. Please register online.
YOUmedia Open Shop
Fridays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Thursdays, July 20, 27 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Open Shop = extended summer hours at Sulzer YOUmedia for browsing books, making art, learning new technology, playing games or just hanging out somewhere other than home. For teens 13 to 19.
Dungeons & Dragons
Our D&D campaigns for teens in high school are currently full. To receive updates, or to be added to a waitlist, please contact YOUmediaSulzer@gmail.com.
Obie Update
Unforeseen consequences: Obliteros and Angelo's spawn are the most powerful yet. While most eggs and newborns are quickly devoured, some of the fry have managed to evade their cannibalistic elders and hide amongst the roots... We'll see if they can continue to keep clear of Obie's watchful and insatiable gaze.
Additional Information
Attending an Online Event?
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Attending an Event in Person?
Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our Using the Library FAQs. 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.