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      <description> at Budlong Woods. A staff member from Apna Ghar, which means &#34;Our Home,&#34; will be at Budlong Woods on Monday, October 12 from 2 to 5 PM to share domestic violence awareness resources and information. This is a chance...</description>
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      <title>Escape the Museum</title>
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      <description> at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry transforms into a giant escape room after hours on select nights from August through October, including Saturday, October 10, with start times between 5:00...</description>
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      <title>Pulitzer-winners on Storytelling and America: Percival Everett, Daniel Kraus, Amanda Vaill, Jon Cherry and Jelani Cobb</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A conversation between five Pulitzer winners — spanning fiction, biography, and breaking-news photography — marks the launch of the Pulitzer on the Road exhibition at Harold Washington Library....</description>
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      <title>Dozin&#39; with the Dinos</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Field Museum. Dozin&#39; with the Dinos lets families with kids ages 6 to 12 spend the night inside the Field Museum, taking on after-hours challenges like dissecting owl pellets and learning how fossils form. The...</description>
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      <title>Medicare 101 on Saturday</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Roden Library. Medicare 101 is a straightforward informational session for anyone who needs to understand the basics of Medicare—whether you&#39;re turning 65 soon, have been enrolled for years but feel unsure about...</description>
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      <title>Transilience: Chicago Trans Pride Festival at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Chicago&#39;s first citywide Trans Pride festival lands at Eckhart Park on Friday evening, October 9, from 5 to 7 PM, and it&#39;s free. The lineup is stacked with performances and installations—dance, drag,...</description>
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      <title>Chicago&#39;s Electric Blues Heritage and History: Diddley Bow Workshop</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. On Saturday, October 10, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, the Wrightwood-Ashburn library hosts a workshop that connects Chicago’s electric blues legacy to the instrument many of its greats started on: the...</description>
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      <title>Chicago Zine Fest 2026</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Chicago Zine Fest returns to the Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday, October 10, from 11 AM to 4 PM, bringing together more than 90 zinesters and small-press publishers for a vendor fair on...</description>
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      <title>Chicago Poet Laureate Mayda del Valle: eL Cien Poetry Workshop</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Manning Library. Chicago Poet Laureate Mayda del Valle leads a workshop at Manning on Sunday afternoon, October 11, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, teaching participants to craft an “eL Cien” — a 100-word poem built from five...</description>
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      <description> at Austin. A relaxed board game night at the Austin library, with a selection of games provided along with space to bring your own. All experience levels are welcome on Monday evening, October 12, from 6:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. World of Genomics turns the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry into a hands-on science fair centered on DNA and genetics, with activity stations on robotics, agriculture, and microbes....</description>
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      <title>Fiesta Mexicana: Interactive Family Show at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Sones de México Ensemble brings its interactive family concert to Pasteur Park, weaving together music, storytelling, and a cast that includes a crawfish, a cowboy mouse, and a 100-year-old woman....</description>
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      <title>Fall Festival at NPV</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at North Park Village Nature Center Park. The annual Fall Festival at North Park Village Nature Center has been a neighborhood tradition for more than 30 years. On Saturday, October 17 from 10 AM to 2 PM, the grounds open for a fall walk...</description>
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      <title>Lecture: An Architectural History of the Franke Reading Room</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A talk on the 125-year history of the Franke Reading Room, one of the Art Institute&#39;s most distinctive spaces, followed by an open house where visitors can study its architectural features and view...</description>
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      <title>Reel Queer Film Screening &amp; Artist Talk (LGBTQIA+ History/Latine Heritage Month edition): Amigas Latinas Forever (2023)</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Yollocalli Arts Reach. A screening of *Amigas Latinas Forever*, an experimental documentary short that weaves the filmmaker’s mother’s account of being a Latina lesbian and single parent in 1980s Chicago with archival...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Chicago. Open House Chicago turns the entire city inside out for a weekend, granting free access to buildings that are normally locked to the public — think private clubs, corporate lobbies, historic...</description>
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      <title>Book Talk: Omar Mohammed on “Mosul Eye,” in conversation with ISAC Director Tim Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC), Breasted Hall. Historian Omar Mohammed, who risked everything to document life under ISIS as the anonymous blogger &#34;Mosul Eye,&#34; presents his new book *Mosul Eye: A Scholar&#39;s Clandestine War Against ISIS* at the...</description>
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      <title>You Didn&#39;t See Nothin: A True Crime Story</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. At the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, October 22, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, the team behind the Pulitzer- and Peabody-winning podcast *You Didn&#39;t See Nothin* takes the stage for a...</description>
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      <title>The Costume Council Presents | Threads of a Nation: A Celebration of Style &amp; Statesmanship</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum opens its exhibition on presidential clothing with an evening that includes a talk by fashion historian Timothy Long, cocktails, and a silent...</description>
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      <title>Exhibit Opening: The Japan Room</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science opens its renewed Japan Gallery on Friday evening, October 23, from 6 to 9 PM, with a program that pairs medical history with live art and music. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures turns its galleries into a Halloween haunt on Saturday, October 24, from 4 to 7 PM, with guided demon hunts, mummification demonstrations, and live...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The Haunted Museum turns the ISAC Museum into a family-friendly Halloween affair on Saturday, October 24, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, with drop-in access throughout the afternoon. Expect guided demon hunts...</description>
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      <title>Teen Lit Author Panel: Terrifying Tales with K. Ancrum, Don Martin, and Markelle Grabo</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Author K. Ancrum, Don Martin, and Markelle Grabo — three YA and speculative fiction writers with multiple awards and bestseller lists between them — gather at Sulzer Regional Library on Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Grant (Ulysses) Park. Arts in the Dark returns to Grant Park for its 12th year, a Halloween-season parade that leans into the holiday’s reputation as the &#34;artist&#39;s holiday.&#34; The evening spectacle brings together Chicago...</description>
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      <title>Filipino American History Month: Rooted in the Philippines, Created in Chicago</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Albany Park. A panel and showcase featuring five Filipino-American creatives working in music, film, literature, food, and fashion, presented by the Philippine Consulate General, the Filipino American Historical...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. The Chase Park Advisory Council runs a Halloween festival that keeps things genuinely family-friendly: ten trick-or-treat stations, a bounce house, games and crafts, and a &#34;no scare&#34; haunted house...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Museum of Ice Cream. Librarian Megan leads a story time at the Museum of Ice Cream built around everyone&#39;s favorite frozen dessert — children and caregivers talk, sing, and share stories about ice cream. The program on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Field Museum. Celebrate Bat Week at the Field Museum by spending an hour or two with two scientists who study bats in the wild. Beatriz Dybas da Natividade (a PhD candidate at UIC) and Dr. Amanda Grunwald (a...</description>
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      <title>MEMENTO MORI Halloween Gala</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science hosts its fifth annual MEMENTO MORI Halloween Gala, a fundraiser that leans into the museum’s natural gothic atmosphere. The evening includes four drink...</description>
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      <title>Meet a Scientist: Spooky Spider Webs</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Field Museum. Thomas Marchese, a University of Chicago researcher, uses a Scanning Electron Microscope to reveal the miniature world hidden inside spider webs—the silken threads, the trapped particles, the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Halsted &amp; Aldine (Parade Start). The 29th annual Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade returns to the Northalsted neighborhood, a free-to-watch procession that Fodor&#39;s Travel ranks among the top ten in the US. The parade steps off at...</description>
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      <title>Luminary Exhibition Celebration—Mary Cassatt: After Impressionism</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Griffin Court and Galleries 182–184. The Art Institute opens its doors after hours for Luminary members only on Tuesday, November 3, for a closer look at Mary Cassatt&#39;s post-Impressionist work. Curator Annelise Madsen leads the evening,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens its holiday season with a day-long festival on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, centered on the lighting of the museum&#39;s four-story...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Bezazian Library. This workshop at the Bezazian branch explores the work of Chester Commodore, the influential African American cartoonist whose decades of editorial cartoons in the *Chicago Defender* challenged...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A guided tour of the LEGO-inspired &#34;Reimagining Chicago: Brick by Brick&#34; exhibit in the 9th Floor Gallery at Harold Washington Library Center. The tour includes a facilitated discussion of the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at West Belmont. On Saturday afternoon, November 14, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at the West Belmont branch, musician Coco Elysses leads a workshop that connects Chicago’s electric blues legacy to the diddley bow, a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The U-505 In-Depth Experience at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry offers a rare chance to tour the captured German submarine with a small group before the museum opens to the public. On...</description>
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      <title>Lecture: A Material Exploration of Mary Cassatt’s Printmaking Process</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Rubloff Auditorium. Gillian Marcus, associate conservator at the Newberry Library, leads a close examination of Mary Cassatt’s printmaking techniques—from soft-ground etching and drypoint to her groundbreaking color...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Field Museum. Last Call: After the Age of Dinosaurs is an after-hours, 21+ evening at the Field Museum that digs into the asteroid impact that ended the dinosaurs and the strange world that followed. Guests get...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Lozano Library. The Traquero history event at Lozano on Saturday, November 21, from 11 AM to 3 PM is a tribute to the Mexican and Mexican American railroad workers who laid tracks across the United States, often...</description>
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      <title>The Stories Behind Our Stories: Behind the scenes with Pulitzer Prize Winners</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A launch celebration for a traveling Pulitzer exhibition, anchored by a half-dozen Chicago-based and national Pulitzer-winning journalists telling true, personal stories about how their reporting...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The U-505 In-Depth Experience at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry offers a rare, small-group tour of the famed German submarine before the museum opens to the public. On Sunday, December 6,...</description>
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      <title>Meet Captain Walter H. Dyett: A Concert Performance</title>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A live jazz quartet performance at Woodson Regional honors the legacy of Captain Walter H. Dyett, the DuSable High School band instructor who trained Nat King Cole, Dinah Coleman, Dinah Washington,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. On Thursday evening, December 17, Elly Kace presents &#34;From the Perspective of Earth&#34; at the International Museum of Surgical Science — a wordless, genreless listening experience built around the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Bezazian Library. Chicago Poet Laureate Mayda del Valle leads a workshop at Bezazian on Friday, October 9, from 2 to 4 PM, teaching participants how to write an &#34;eL Cien&#34;: a 100-word poem made of five couplets, ten...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Ghoulfest at Gompers Park is a Halloween afternoon for families with children ages 2 to 12, built around the usual holiday highlights: a pumpkin patch, a kids’ costume parade, spooky story-time,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. Storytime at Loyola Park offers a regular midday story session for early childhood, meeting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A Level II swim instruction program for early childhood at Ellis Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3 to 4 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. The Little Village branch hosts a twice-weekly English language course for adults, covering vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and cultural understanding in small groups. The class meets every Monday...</description>
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      <description> at Lincoln Park. Teen Club at Lincoln Park on Thursday, October 8, from 3:30 to 6:00 PM, is an open hangout for tweens and teens with a rotating set of activities to try. Options include a 3D printer, a vinyl cutter,...</description>
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      <description> at Lincoln Park Zoo. Fall Fest brings pumpkin picking, s’mores over a fire pit, rides, and entertainers to Lincoln Park Zoo for a free, family-friendly fall celebration that runs weekends from late September through...</description>
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      <title>The Universe, Black Chicago Aviators and Astronauts</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A multimedia lecture at the Harold Washington Library Center that connects Chicago&#39;s history as a hub for Black aviation with the city&#39;s legacy of producing Black astronauts and pilots, all viewed...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A walking tour that digs into Chicago’s role as a pioneer in LGBTQIA+ history, led by guide Mike McMains. The route covers about two miles through downtown, starting at Ida B. Wells Drive and ending...</description>
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      <title>Community Repair with Bevel &amp; Kerf Woodworking</title>
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      <description> at Portage-Cragin. This is a community repair event at Portage-Cragin on Sunday, October 11, where volunteers with backgrounds in woodwork, electronics, clothing repair, and similar trades will try to fix your broken...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. CHAnon brings its peer-led creative support model to Little Village on Sunday, October 11, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM — an 8-week session where artists, writers, storytellers, and makers gather for guided...</description>
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      <title>Chicago: The Birthplace of Black History Tour with Dilla the Urban Historian</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A bus tour led by Urban Historian Sherman “Dilla” Thomas that traces Chicago’s role as the birthplace of Black history as an academic field. The tour stops at key locations connected to the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Field Museum. National Fossil Day at the Field Museum brings out rarely seen specimens from the collections for a morning of paleontology that appeals to curious minds of all ages. Visitors can meet working...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Online. A six-week online course that teaches the basics of reading Egyptian hieroglyphs, aimed at museum-goers who want to understand the inscriptions on statues, stelae, and other objects. Instructor Kea...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Art Institute of Chicago. The Art Institute’s book club for this year’s One Book, One Chicago selection — Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital* — meets Friday, October 16, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Museum Interpretation staff lead a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. Grammy-winning Chicago songwriter Rhymefest leads a tween-focused afternoon of reading, rhyme, and creative expression at the Obama Presidential Center. Designed for middle-grade readers and writers,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The documentary *Westermann: Memorial to the Idea of Man If He Was an Idea* screens at Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday afternoon, October 17, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, with a post-film Q&amp;A...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center opens its entire building for a multi-floor arts celebration on Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM to 4 PM, with film, storytelling, visual arts, and music...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at On Roscoe from Damen to Leavitt. The Roscoe Village Halloween Block Party closes down Roscoe Street between Damen and Oakley for an afternoon of community Halloween fun. This all-ages tradition includes trick-or-treating, kids&#39;...</description>
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      <title>Sculpt Like Hunt and Perkins: A Creative Sculpting Workshop</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Austin. A sculpting workshop at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library on Monday, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, spotlighting the work of two major Black Chicago sculptors. Artist Joy Joshua...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The kids&#39; book club at the Austin-Irving branch meets Monday evening, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, and this month&#39;s pick is *A Tale Dark &amp; Grimm* by Adam Gidwitz. Designed for readers going into...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. Lincoln Park Zoo turns into an adults-only Halloween party on Friday, October 23, from 7 to 10 PM, with Zoo Brews: Howls and Growls. Instead of candy, you walk the grounds stopping at sample stations...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A CHM History Buff volunteer guide leads this walking tour through the Gold Coast, where Chicago&#39;s wealthiest families—the McCormicks, Palmers, and Ryersons—built their mansions before the 1920s. The...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A guided walking tour through the Gilded Age history of Prairie Avenue, led by researcher Tony Szabelski. On Sunday, October 25, at noon, participants explore “Millionaire’s Row,” hearing about its...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Ryerson &amp; Burnham Libraries. Calaveritas literarias are the Mexican tradition of lighthearted mock obituaries, written for Día de Muertos to gently poke fun at life&#39;s absurdities. On Friday, October 30, from 11:30 AM to 12:30...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Beverly. On Wednesday, November 4, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, artist Joy Joshua leads a hands-on workshop at the Beverly branch that connects participants to the work of two major Black Chicago sculptors, Richard...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. Jim Placxo of the Chicago Society for Space Studies lays out a plausible path from today&#39;s commercial space stations to permanent human settlements on the Moon, Mars, and in orbital colonies,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Near North. Artist Calvin B. Jones, whose South and West Side murals in the 1970s and 80s drew on the AfriCOBRA collective&#39;s signature &#34;Cool-Ade&#34; color palette, is the focus of this family workshop at the Near...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. The Adler Planetarium brings telescopes to the Bucktown-Wicker Park library on Monday evening, November 16, from 6 to 8 PM, for a free drop-in night-sky viewing. Adler staff and volunteers set up...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Little Village. The Little Village Branch&#39;s monthly Reel Queer film series marks Intersex Solidarity Day with *Neptune Frost*, a 2021 sci-fi feature co-directed by Anisia Uzeyman. The film follows escaped coltan...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene is a crowdsourced environmental art project that turns public participation into a large-scale installation. At this workshop, each person creates a replica of a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio B. A teen workshop that starts with a gallery visit and ends with hands-on sculpting. Participants first tour *Abigail Lucien: Blood of the Earth* to see how the Haitian American artist transforms iron...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Toman Library. A workshop at Toman that uses the work of two influential Black Chicago sculptors as a springboard for your own hands-on projects. Artist Joy Joshua leads participants through creating mixed-media...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). STEAM Day uses a picture-book read-aloud as a springboard into a hands-on science, tech, engineering, art, or math activity for kids ages 6 to 10 — building an aircraft from recycled materials,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Charrise Barron, a minister, gospel artist, and Harvard professor, visits the American Writers Museum to discuss her new book *The Platinum Age of Gospel*, which examines how Black gospel music...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens after hours on Thursday, December 10, from 6 to 10 PM for a 21-and-over holiday party. Guests can wander through Christmas Around the World and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. On Monday, December 14, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, Bucktown-Wicker Park hosts a family workshop exploring the legacy of Calvin B. Jones, a muralist active in the Black Arts Movement and influenced by...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Meet in Gallery 394. Improv in the Galleries brings Second City performers into the Art Institute for a free, 60-minute set where the comedy is driven entirely by the artworks around them. The troupe creates improvised...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 18, 2026 at Rubloff Auditorium. The Art Institute’s member-exclusive talk on Friday, December 18, from 11 AM to 12 PM in Rubloff Auditorium offers a focused look at Mary Cassatt’s most innovative period. Curator Annelise Madsen...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 26, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center. Hot cocoa and a surprise craft project designed by the Art Institute’s Teen Council fill the Ryan Learning Center from Saturday, December 26 through Thursday, December 31, 11 AM to 3 PM each day (the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio A. Saturday Studio offers a hands-on printmaking workshop tied to the museum’s Mary Cassatt exhibition, led by Chicago painter Leslie Baum. Participants ages 13 and up will make their own monoprints...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio B. A teen studio workshop that starts with a guided walk through &#34;Jill Mulleady: The Passenger,&#34; an exhibition that deliberately blurs beauty and menace, then moves into Studio B to experiment with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Uptown. A free, space-themed story time at the Uptown branch of the Chicago Public Library, designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The program on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Leslie, a certified arborist and Forestry Coordinator at Openlands, leads an introductory tree identification class that starts inside the Harold Washington Library Center and continues as a guided...</description>
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      <description> at Vodak-East Side. A small, hands-on workshop at Vodak-East Side Library where kids ages 6 to 13 learn to use online software to design 3D objects, then have them printed on the library&#39;s 3D printer. The printed...</description>
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      <title>Contra Dance to Baba Yaga&#39;s Stew at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A free, family-friendly contra dance at Pottawattomie Park on Friday evening, October 9, from 6 to 8 PM, led by the band Baba Yaga&#39;s Stew. No experience or partner is needed — a caller teaches each...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre brings its concert program *The Heart of the Story* to Douglass Park on Friday evening, October 9, from 6 to 8 PM. The roughly hour-long performance by the company&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. The Jazz Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Park District continue their long-running Jazz City series with a free evening concert in Clarendon Community Center Park on Friday, October 9, from 6:30...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. Coco screens outdoors at Bosley Park on Friday, October 9, starting at 6 PM. Anthony Gonzalez voices Miguel, a boy who defies his family’s ban on music and ventures into the Land of the Dead to find...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at On Lincoln Avenue from Diversey to Wellington. Lincoln Brunch Fest returns for a third year on Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to 2 PM, turning Lincoln Avenue between Diversey and Wellington into an outdoor brunch crawl. Local restaurants along...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. Children ages 6 to 13 make tortillas from scratch in this Saturday morning workshop at the Obama Presidential Center, running from 11 AM to 1 PM on October 10. Several colors of masa dough are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Little Village. The 25th Ward Alderman&#39;s office partners with CARPLS and New Leaf Illinois to host a free workshop on expungement and sealing of criminal records. Held Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to 1 PM in...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A guided tour of the traveling exhibition *Pulitzer on the Road* at the Harold Washington Library Center, with a discussion led by library staff. The exhibit uses panels and interactive stations to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. The Chicago Latino Dance Festival brings together eight performing groups for an afternoon of Afro-Latin, indigenous, folkloric, and contemporary dance at Humboldt Park on Sunday, October 11, from 3...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A birding walk around the Obama Presidential Center and Jackson Park led by the Windy City Bird Lab and the Chicago Public Library, timed to catch fall migration on Monday evening, October 12, from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. Performance artist Ei Arakawa-Nash discusses his work at Fullerton Hall on Monday, October 12, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Arakawa-Nash, a queer Japanese American artist based in Los Angeles, creates lo-fi...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at North Pulaski. This workshop at North Pulaski focuses on two of Chicago’s most significant sculptors: Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Hunt, who created over 160 public sculpture commissions nationwide, is the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Mayfair. The Diddley Bow Workshop at the Mayfair branch connects Chicago&#39;s electric blues legacy to the humble one-stringed instrument where many legends started. On Wednesday, October 14, from 5:30 to 7:00...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A lecture that reconsiders Arabian Peninsula dress as a story of migration and trade, not just identity. Alex Aubry, director of the Fashion Resource Center at SAIC, uses rare pieces to trace...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science hosts an evening of world premieres for the uncommon pairing of flute and double bass on Friday, October 16, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Duo Terns—flutist Sasha...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Starr Chief Eagle brings an interactive presentation on Lakota culture to Seward Park on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The program explores Lakota language, art, and knowledge, anchored...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Rosehill Cemetery. The 13th annual Rosehill Cemetery Crypt 5K sends runners and walkers through Chicago&#39;s largest cemetery after dark, with the course lit only by candlelight. The 350-acre Victorian-era grounds,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center hosts a workshop on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, that spotlights Fritz Pollard, the Lane Tech graduate who became the NFL’s first Black head coach...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Dunning. A sculpting workshop at the Dunning branch of the Chicago Public Library, spotlighting the work of Black Chicago sculptors Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Participants create mixed-media sculptures...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Park No. 601 - &#34;Dunning Read Natural Area&#34;. A guided bird walk through the Dunning Read Natural Area, led by staff from the Dunning library branch alongside a representative from the Chicago Ornithological Society. The group meets near the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Douglass. A plain-language workshop for anyone new to grant funding, covering where grant money comes from, what funders look for, and how to find opportunities that might fit. The session also introduces...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Loop Arts Fest brings three distinct sets to the Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday, October 17, from 11 AM to 3:30 PM. The afternoon opens with Jazzman Ray on saxophone (11 AM–12:30 PM),...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Latin Pride Teen Sneaker Ball takes over LeClaire-Hearst Park on Saturday evening, October 17, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, celebrating Latin Heritage Month with a DJ, a live band, interactive art stations,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. A practical English-language workshop focused on legal situations, led by attorney and TESOL-certified instructor Lisa Rousso. The session on Saturday, October 17, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM covers...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A walking tour of the Gold Coast led by a Chicago History Museum volunteer guide, focusing on the era when the city&#39;s wealthiest families—McCormicks, Palmers, Ryersons—built their lakefront mansions....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Get Lit returns to the American Writers Museum with a witch-themed evening on Tuesday, October 20. The after-hours program includes witchy trivia, a costume contest, and craft-making that looks at...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Terror Tuesdays returns to Sulzer Regional for its third week, this time zeroing in on Hammer Horror — the British studio that reinvented the Universal monsters in vivid color and with a lot more...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Story Hour for Grown-Ups offers a quiet afternoon alternative to the usual book club: a live reading of a short story, speech, or essay, followed by discussion. On Tuesday, October 20, from 2:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Write at CPL returns to the Harold Washington Library Center on Wednesday evening, October 21, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with a workshop focused on the &#34;marker story&#34; — the pivotal moment that changed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC), Breasted Hall. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures hosts a focused conversation on how objects carry layered histories of modern-day Türkiye. Curator Kiersten Neumann talks with Defne Ergöz and artist...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. The Joel Hall Dancers &amp; Center brings a program of performances and a public dance class to Douglass Park on Friday evening, October 23, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The evening blends work from the company...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. The Dvorak Park Pumpkin Patch brings a full Saturday of fall activities to the lower west side on October 24, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Families can pick up a free pumpkin (one per person, while supplies...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Gamer&#39;s Universe Showdown Series brings monthly esports tournaments to the Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM to 4 PM, as part of the lead-up to the 2026 Gamer&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. This Saturday afternoon, October 24, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, the Harold Washington Library Center hosts a family workshop on the work of Calvin B. Jones, a muralist active in the Black Arts Movement...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The Woodson Regional library hosts its sixth annual Spooktacular Saturday on October 24 from 1 to 4 PM, filling the afternoon with activities, crafts, prizes, trick-or-treating, and balloon artists...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Campfire Horrors brings a free outdoor screening of the 2013 *Evil Dead* remake to Big Marsh Park, complete with the woodsy setting the film’s premise calls for. The movie starts at dusk, with the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Photographer Mike Pocius hosts a low-key meet-and-greet on Saturday afternoon, October 24, from 1 to 2 PM, in the Special Collections Exhibit Foyer on the 9th floor of the Harold Washington Library...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Walker Library. Historian Leila Wills, executive director of the Historical Preservation Society of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party, presents the South Side story of the party&#39;s Illinois operations...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. AI Made Simple: Easy Tools for Everyday Life is a free, beginner-friendly workshop series at the Chicago Bee library, presented by AI strategist Dr. Sanja Rikette Stinson. The October 24 session,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Alfred Hitchcock&#39;s masterful thriller about a secretary on the run and the unsettling motel proprietor she meets plays at Sulzer Regional on Monday afternoon, October 26, from 1 to 3 PM. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Hall. Hall Branch hosts a discussion of Michael McDonald&#39;s memoir *What a Fool Believes* on Tuesday evening, October 27, from 6 to 7 PM. Co-written with Paul Reiser, the book traces McDonald&#39;s unlikely...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Rogers Park. A Halloween-themed music class for infants and toddlers, led by Ms. Elisa of WeeGroove. Kids dance, sing, play, and explore with music, with costumes welcome for the occasion. The class runs Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Adler Planetarium. A guided tour of the Adler Planetarium&#39;s Mission Moon exhibit led by Dr. Andrew Johnston, followed by time to explore the museum on your own. The tour happens Wednesday afternoon, October 28, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Albany Park. Using an Afrofuturistic lens, this multimedia presentation traces Black Chicago’s role as a capital of Black aviation and the connection to space travel in Black music. It highlights how that legacy...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Rubloff Auditorium. Annelise Madsen, the curator of the Art Institute&#39;s current Mary Cassatt survey, unpacks the story behind Cassatt&#39;s lost 1893 mural for the World&#39;s Columbian Exposition. *Modern Woman* was one of the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Field Museum. The Field Museum turns into a family-friendly Halloween party on Friday, October 30, from 6 to 9 PM, with trick-or-treating alongside SUE the T. rex and the museum&#39;s scientists. Visitors can get up...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Mayfair. A Halloween screening of the 1956 thriller *The Bad Seed*, the film version of Maxwell Anderson&#39;s Broadway play about a mother—played by Best Actress nominee Nancy Kelly—who comes to suspect her...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A free film screening at the Chicago History Museum on Friday evening, October 30, at 5:30 PM, presented with the Joffrey Ballet, Gerald Arpino Foundation, and Chicago International Film Festival....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A free film screening at the Chicago History Museum on Saturday, October 31, at 12:30 PM, presented with the Joffrey Ballet and the Chicago International Film Festival. *Christian Holder: My Life is...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My brings her ukulele to Uptown for a music-and-movement story time that gets kids singing, dancing, and shaking along. The interactive session uses shaker eggs, scarves, bubbles, and a giant...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Adler Planetarium brings telescopes and astronomy staff to the Obama Presidential Center on Monday evening, November 2, from 6 to 8 PM, for a night of skywatching with the public. Saturn will be...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio B. Teen Open Studio at the Ryan Learning Center gives high schoolers a low-pressure run of the Art Institute on a day off from class. On Monday, November 2, from 11 AM to 3 PM, participants can explore...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Starr Chief Eagle presents an interactive evening exploring Lakota language, art, and knowledge at Douglass Park. The centerpiece is her performance of Hoop Dancing, a rare tradition where she uses...</description>
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      <title>Meet Calvin B. Jones: Make a Mini-Mural</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Artist Calvin B. Jones, whose murals appeared across Chicago&#39;s South and West sides during the Black Arts Movement, gets a family-focused spotlight at Jefferson Park. On Saturday, November 7, from 11...</description>
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      <title>Meet Captain Walter H. Dyett: A Concert Performance</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Uptown. A live jazz quartet performance by the Charles Heath Quartet honors the legacy of Walter Henri &#34;Captain&#34; Dyett, the legendary DuSable High School band instructor whose students included Nat King...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Archer Heights. A memoir-writing workshop at the Archer Heights branch, led by author Kim Brooks (*Small Animals*), that focuses on the nuts-and-bolts craft of shaping personal experience into narrative. The session...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that blends dance, music, acrobatics, and martial arts — and this workshop at Sulzer Regional offers a proper introduction. Led by the Chicago Capoeira Center...</description>
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      <title>Educator Workshop | Threads of a Nation: Preserving Presidential Clothing</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A Saturday morning workshop at the Chicago History Museum that treats educators to a behind-the-scenes look at iconic presidential garments — John Adams, George Washington, and the Lincolns — and the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. Chicago Home Movie Day brings your family&#39;s Super 8, 16mm, and 8mm films out of the closet and onto a real screen. The Chicago History Museum hosts this annual event on Saturday, November 7, starting...</description>
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      <title>Star Trek: Deviations: Threads of Destiny Comic Book Event</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Obama Presidential Center hosts a Renaissance Project event tying the *Star Trek* universe to Chicago-area history. On Tuesday, November 10, from 6 to 7 PM, the evening focuses on Nichelle...</description>
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      <title>Lecture: Facial Aesthetics: from Art to Plastic Surgery Part 2</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science continues its lecture series with a look at how facial structure and proportion shape modern plastic surgery. Dr. Mimis Cohen, a University of Illinois at...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Chris Sweet, a librarian, former pro triathlete, and author of *A History of Bicycling in Illinois: 160 Years of Booms and Busts*, gives a talk at the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The Harsh Readers Circle pairs its November selection, James Baldwin’s *Giovanni’s Room*, with a special afternoon honoring Chicago’s role as a crossroads for Black musical migration. The event...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Field Museum. What to eat, and why it feels so complicated? Evolutionary biologist and Harvard professor Daniel Lieberman addresses that question in a talk drawn from his new book *Fed Up*, using evolutionary...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Humboldt Park. Cardz For Kidz, a nonprofit that sends handmade cards to people around the world, needs volunteers to help process incoming cards. The work involves sorting, counting, and packaging the cards for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Archer Heights. Artist Calvin B. Jones, active in the Black Arts Movement and influenced by Chicago&#39;s AfriCOBRA collective, painted six murals on the South and West sides between 1976 and 1987. This hands-on family...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at McKinley Park. This creative sculpting workshop at McKinley Park highlights the work of Black Chicago sculptors Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins, inviting participants to make their own mixed-media pieces. Led by...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Calvin B. Jones painted six murals across Chicago&#39;s South and West sides between 1976 and 1987, working within the Black Arts Movement and drawing from the AfriCOBRA collective&#39;s signature &#34;Cool-Ade...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A creative sculpting workshop at the Obama Presidential Center highlights two notable Black Chicago sculptors, Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. On Wednesday, November 18, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, artist...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Woodson Regional. Woodson Regional hosts a screening of Martin Scorsese&#39;s *Killers of the Flower Moon*, the 2023 epic about the Osage murders and the early FBI investigation under J. Edgar Hoover. The film runs...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Campfire Repertory Theatre presents *The Gradient*, a darkly funny satire from Steph Del Rosso about a futuristic rehabilitation center promising to reform men accused of sexual misconduct. When...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Little Village. A practical English class for Spanish-speaking adults focused on legal situations you might actually encounter: traffic stops, landlord conversations, emergency room visits, and immigration-related...</description>
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      <title>Meet: Fritz Pollard - The Fredrick Douglass of Football – Make a Team Pennant</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Logan Square. At the Logan Square library on Wednesday, December 2, from 2 to 3 PM, a workshop digs into the story of Fritz Pollard — a Lane Tech grad and Chicago native who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Minister, gospel artist, and Harvard scholar Charrise Barron visits the American Writers Museum — virtually — on Thursday, December 3 to discuss her new book *The Platinum Age of Gospel*, which...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Jazz City brings the Jazz Institute of Chicago’s free concert series to Hamilton Park in Englewood on Friday evening, December 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. The evening opens with the Jazz Links Ensemble...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. A Saturday morning workshop at the International Museum of Surgical Science that covers two distinct Japanese bookbinding techniques. Over the course of two hours starting at 10:30 AM on December 5,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. At the International Museum of Surgical Science on Tuesday evening, December 8, a screening of *The Rocky Horror Picture Show* turns the study of anatomy into a fitting backdrop for the film&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Dance Story Time with Tutu School Ballet brings a blend of ballet and literacy to Lincoln Park on Saturday, December 12, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Aimed at kids ages 3 to 8 and their caregivers, the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Meet in Griffin Court. Mindful Looking is a monthly program at the Art Institute of Chicago that pairs close looking at a single artwork with guided meditation, led by a trained museum educator. The 45-minute session...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Rubin &amp; Paula Torres Gallery. The National Museum of Mexican Art draws from its permanent collection for &#34;Vivir la Tierra,&#34; an exhibition of more than forty works acquired over the last sixteen years. Spanning the late nineteenth...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Field Museum. Sigamos Adelante — a community celebration focused on Latin American heritage — brings a morning of music, career exploration, and connection to the Field Museum on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science opens its collection after hours for a guided tour that leans into the unsettling side of medical history. The Wednesday evening, October 7 tour from 6 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A guided group canoe paddle through the Chicago River at sunset, launching from the Ping Tom Boathouse. The RiverLab program aims to reconnect Chicagoans with their waterways, and this Thursday...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Nahui Ollin brings Aztec dance and ceremony to West Lawn Park on Thursday evening, October 8, from 6:15 to 7:15 PM. The Chicago-based ensemble performs Indigenous Conchero dance, live percussion,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. A hands-on workshop at the International Museum of Surgical Science that teaches two forms of traditional Japanese bookbinding. Participants construct a Goshuinchō, the accordion-style book used to...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening &amp; Community Conversation: Operation Space Station</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A screening of *Operation Space Station* followed by a community conversation about space exploration, science, and what we imagine for our future, part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season...</description>
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      <description> at West Town. A weekly poetry workshop for teens ages 14 to 16, led by local poet and medical student Maya Tsingos. Each session involves reading a poem, learning a few poetic terms, and writing your own in a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. Penguin Random House’s Banned Wagon makes a stop at the Obama Presidential Center on Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to 5 PM, offering a full day of free programming around frequently challenged...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. A Kintsugi workshop at the International Museum of Surgical Science, where participants learn the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. Led by multidisciplinary artist Mami Takahashi,...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Walker Library. The Walker in Morgan Park screens *Project Hail Mary* (2026) on Sunday afternoon, October 11, from 1:15 to 3:45 PM. The sci-fi thriller follows an amnesiac astronaut on a mission to save humanity...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Avalon. Monster Mash Fall Festival at the Avalon Branch offers a low-key Halloween outing for families with young children. Participants wind through a spooky (but explicitly not scary) maze, play games, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at West Belmont. A space-themed story time for the youngest readers, blending books, songs, and conversation about stars, planets, and our place in the universe. Designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their...</description>
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      <title>The Great Pumpkin Jar Paint-Off</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Edgebrook. The Edgebrook Library hosts a Halloween craft night for adults 18 and up: painting your own pumpkin jar. All supplies — pumpkins and acrylic paint — are provided, and participants must use only...</description>
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      <title>Write at CPL: Non-Chronological Structures in Memoir</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Austin. A writing workshop at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library, part of the Write at CPL series presented with Story Studio. Led by PEN/America Award winner and Chicago-based memoirist David...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Park No. 571. A sunset paddle on the Chicago River that doubles as a history and ecology lesson about Bubbly Creek. RiverLab leads this evening outing from Park No. 571 in Bridgeport on Thursday, October 15, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Northerly Island Park. The Chicago Park District&#39;s astronomy series sets up professional-grade telescopes on the lakefront for guided stargazing, with an educator on hand to point out planets and deep-space objects visible...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Scottsdale. A two-color linocut stamp-carving workshop focused on planets and celestial objects, from Earth to Saturn and beyond. Participants create their own astronomical art during this Tuesday evening event...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Avalon. A hands-on sculpting workshop at Avalon that pairs creative making with local art history, spotlighting the work of Black Chicago sculptors Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Participants build...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Field Museum. The Field Museum&#39;s longtime artist in residence, Peggy Macnamara, leads a drawing session built around specimens most visitors never see. She shares her five-step approach to sketching the natural...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at West Lawn. Michelle Nichols, the Adler Planetarium&#39;s Senior Director of Public Programs, leads a visual tour of the solar system using recent NASA images of the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Monster Bash at Eugene Field Park offers a Halloween evening for families, with music, games, crafts, and a live reptile show starting at 6:30 PM. Kids are encouraged to come in costume, and candy is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Field Museum. Meet Jeanerpeton mazonensis, a 309-million-year-old amphibian ancestor unearthed from Illinois&#39; Mazon Creek fossil beds, at the Field Museum on Friday, October 23, from 11 AM to 1 PM. The fossil was...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. Lincoln Park Zoo transforms into a Halloween party for grown-ups on Saturday, October 24, from 7 to 10 PM. Zoo Brews: Howls and Growls sends ticket-holders on a trick-or-treat-style crawl through...</description>
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      <description> at Lincoln Belmont. A four-part creative writing series for teens 13 to 18, designed to help participants tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) — or at least make a serious dent in a 50,000-word manuscript....</description>
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      <title>Luminary Close Look: Lee Miller—Fearless</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Galleries 1–4. The Art Institute opens its galleries after hours for a Luminary members-only look at the first comprehensive survey of Lee Miller&#39;s photographs in more than 25 years. Curator Matt Witkovsky leads an...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Hall. A tarot reading session at Hall Branch, led by Mariah Guzman, who works with the history and symbolism of the cards to help participants reconnect with their intuition. The program is suitable for...</description>
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      <title>OBOC Young Readers Club: The Lion of Mars</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Beverly. A book club for kids in grades 3 to 8 that uses a science-fiction novel as a springboard into real space science. Participants pick up a copy of Jennifer Holm&#39;s *The Lion of Mars* to read at home,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. At the International Museum of Surgical Science, artist Mami Takahashi leads a hands-on workshop in traditional Japanese papermaking, known as Washi. The session on Sunday, November 8, from 10:30 AM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Kids ages 5 to 9 can practice reading aloud with certified reading assistance dogs at the Thurgood Marshall branch on Wednesday, November 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The session includes fun activities...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Uptown. A community Period Party designed for tweens, teens, and the adults in their lives, happening Saturday, November 14, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM at the Uptown branch. The afternoon uses interactive games...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Clearing. A mini gaming convention at the Clearing branch of the Chicago Public Library, running Saturday, November 14, from 10 AM to 4 PM. The day includes classic pinball machines from The Flip Pinball...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. The Mount Greenwood Branch hosts a watch party for the One Book, One Chicago season finale on Thursday afternoon, November 19, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Instead of the regular monthly book discussion,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a targeted basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, organized by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops. Participants showcase their skills, athleticism, and potential...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Northtown. A workshop at Northtown on Thursday, December 3, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, focusing on Fritz Pollard—a Chicago native, Lane Tech graduate, and the first African American head coach in NFL history...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Comics creators Tim Seeley (*Revival*, *Hack/Slash*), Jim Terry (*West of Sundown*), and Wesley Sun (*John Carpenter&#39;s Night Terrors: Chaplain*) talk about the particular challenges of making horror...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. The Society of Contemporary Art hosts Vancouver-based artist Stan Douglas for a talk about his work in film, video, and photography, which examines social rupture and technology’s effect on memory...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Meet at the Woman&#39;s Board Grand Staircase. A 45-minute gallery tour delivered entirely in American Sign Language, led by an Art Institute educator who guides the group through 3 to 5 artworks chosen for their potential to spark conversation....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Main Gallery. Where Memory Lives marks the 40th annual Día de Muertos exhibition at the National Museum of Mexican Art, tracing the evolution of the holiday and the institution itself through works drawn from the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. A pumpkin-painting session for preschoolers and their grown-ups at Madigan Park, with ghoulish games to match the season. On Wednesday, October 7, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, children ages 3 to 5 can...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Near North. A talk on the science behind *Project Hail Mary*, presented by Gerry Jackson of the Chicago Society for Space Studies. Part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, the event takes place Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at West Englewood. Space Game Night brings out a thoughtful collection of space-themed tabletop games — from the quick and clever *Star Trek: The Next Generation Fluxx* to the deeper strategy of *Dune* — with library...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A book club for the youngest independent readers: kids in grades K to 2 who can read aloud on their own. Pick up a copy of Alex Willan&#39;s *Pigeons Are the Worst!* at the Mount Greenwood front desk...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A free, family-friendly screening of Pixar&#39;s *Monsters, Inc.* at the Chicago Bee library branch, part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The 2001 computer-animated comedy follows a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free, hour-long cumbia dance class at Harold Washington Library Center marks Latine History Month with Latin Street Music &amp; Dance Studio. The session covers the basics of cumbia, a style rooted in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at West Town. A walking tour through West Town, Wicker Park, and Bucktown that traces the area&#39;s history as the capital of American Polonia, led by author and MWRD Commissioner Dan Pogorzelski. The route connects...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. Meditation for Stress Reduction &amp; Better Sleep offers a weekly session with yoga therapist Kathryn Norris, meeting Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 to 2:00 PM starting October 7 at the Edgewater...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Acclaimed Irish poet Micheal O’Siadhail reads from and discusses his latest collection, *The Essential Poems*, at the American Writers Museum on Thursday, October 8. O’Siadhail, whose career spans...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). This multi-media presentation uses an Afrofuturistic lens to explore space travel in Black music and Chicago’s history as the center of Black aviation in America, arguing that this legacy helped...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Teen Lit Night at Harold Washington Library Center turns YA literature into a full Friday evening experience, October 9 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. The lineup includes a silent disco with DJ Ca$h Era,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at South Shore Nature Sanctuary. A free, family-friendly birding walk at South Shore Nature Sanctuary, led by Chicago Bird Alliance volunteers. Binoculars and field guides are provided, so newcomers can show up without any gear. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Jonquil Park. The Lincoln Park Wine Fest returns for its 10th anniversary, transforming Jonquil Park into an open-air tasting room over the weekend of Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11. General...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Cragin Park. Yves Francois Rocambu Jazz brings its blend of jazz horns, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and Mediterranean melodies to Cragin Park as part of a larger Pumpkin Patch event running from 10 AM to 2 PM on...</description>
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      <title>Meet: Fritz Pollard - The Fredrick Douglass of Football – Make a Team Pennant</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. A Saturday morning workshop at Oriole Park digs into the story of Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech grad who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach in 1921. The family-friendly program runs...</description>
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      <title>Artist Talk: Ralph Johnson on Architecture in a Rapidly Changing World</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. Architect Ralph Johnson&#39;s career spans more than 50 years and buildings that range from Chicago&#39;s 100 Riverside Plaza to the Shanghai Natural History Museum. On Saturday, October 10, at 2:00 PM, he...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Walker Library. The Pixar classic *WALL-E* (rated G, 98 minutes) screens at the Walker branch on Saturday, October 10, from 2:30 to 4:15 PM. This Oscar-winning animated feature follows a lonely trash-compacting...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Campfire Horrors brings a classic adventure to Commercial Club Playground of Chicago on Saturday, October 10, with a screening of *The Goonies* starting at 7:00 PM (dusk, so the start time is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at North Park Village Nature Center. The North Park Village Nature Preserve has a past that most visitors never suspect: it once housed the largest tuberculosis hospital in the United States. Nature Center Director Matt Renfree leads a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at McKinley Park. A bilingual session at McKinley Park on Saturday afternoon, October 10, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, that cuts through the noise around artificial intelligence. Led by Wright to Learn, the program explains...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Edgewater. Books on the Chopping Block brings City Lit Theater&#39;s live dramatic readings to Edgewater on Saturday, October 10, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The 60-minute performance, part of Banned Books Week, adapts...</description>
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      <title>The Chemistry of Wellness Workshop With The Carver Science Center</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Coleman. A hands-on STEM workshop for kids in grades 3 to 8, this session at Coleman in Woodlawn puts chemistry to work in everyday wellness products. Participants mix, measure, and observe reactions while...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A Saturday morning story time at Lincoln Belmont for families with kids ages 4 to 8, built around Oliver Jeffers’s *Here We Are*. The program runs from 11 AM to noon on October 10 and weaves in...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chinatown. A pre-race shakeout run/walk in Chinatown, organized by Read &amp; Run Chicago founder Allison Yates alongside Family Style RC and the Chinatown Branch of the Chicago Public Library. On Saturday, October...</description>
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      <description> at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. A docent-led tour of the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum, offered on the first three Saturdays of each month. The hour-long walkthrough meets in Breasted Hall at 1:30 PM, with no...</description>
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      <description> at Humboldt Park. A free Magic: The Gathering workshop at Humboldt Park, where teens 11 to 18 can learn the game from scratch or find opponents for casual duels. The library provides enough cards — donated by Magikids...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Merlo. On a Sunday afternoon that could otherwise tip into pre-workweek anxiety, Merlo offers a low-key craft session for a change of pace: on October 11, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, participants make a stress...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). The Martian screens at the Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt branch as part of the library’s Community Cinema series, running Sunday afternoon, October 11, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Ridley Scott’s 2015...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Kelly Library. A free screening of *Black Phone 2* at the Kelly library branch in Englewood, with English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing and refreshments provided. The 2025 horror sequel follows...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Edgewater. Screen and Stitch pairs a Sunday afternoon movie with your current needlework project: bring your own knitting, sewing, crochet, or craft materials to the Edgewater Branch and work while...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio B. Teen Open Studio at the Ryan Learning Center gives high school students a dedicated, youth-centered space on a CPS nonattendance day. Inspired by the sculptures in *Abigail Lucien: Blood of the...</description>
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      <description> at Rogers Park. A weekly English conversation group hosted with Literacy Chicago, meeting on Monday evening, October 12, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The focus is on building confidence in speaking and understanding...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Austin. Leaf It to Us is a community plant swap at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library, where you can bring cuttings or full plants and leave with something new for your collection. It runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Roden Library. A Medicare basics session led by Norwood Park resident and Medicare Teacher Nancy De Lira, aimed at anyone approaching 65, already enrolled but confused about options, or helping aging parents...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. Fiesta Mexicana brings Sones de Mexico Ensemble&#39;s interactive family concert to Bogan Park on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The performance weaves together characters like a crawfish, a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Harold Washington Library&#39;s Documentary Club brings a screening of *Against the Current*, a film that follows Chicago community organizer Kyla as she travels across Illinois to trace Black resistance...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at West Belmont. Design and decorate your own paper lantern with stars and planets, lit with battery-powered fairy lights, as part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season exploring *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Terror Tuesdays returns to Sulzer Regional for its second week, this time zeroing in on American-International Pictures and the drive-in era it helped define. Rondo Award-winning horror writers Jon...</description>
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      <title>Hope Cometh: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Education</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Dr. Funmi Apantaku Onayemi, a researcher, community health leader, and breast cancer survivor with more than three decades of experience, presents an evidence-based overview of breast cancer on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at West Loop. A hands-on sewing workshop for teens, teaching machine basics—threading, stitch selection, and operation—with the goal of producing a finished bag by the end of the hour. All materials are provided,...</description>
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      <description> at Northtown. A weekly tabletop board game night at the Northtown branch, open to anyone from seasoned Catan champions to curious newcomers. Choose from a library selection spanning dozens of titles—Ticket to...</description>
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      <title>Zoning and Land Use 101 with Metropolitan Planning Council</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A free, hands-on workshop at Vodak-East Side Branch that demystifies zoning and land use for everyday Chicagoans. Led by the Metropolitan Planning Council, the two-hour session covers what zoning...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lozano Library. Bad Art Afternoon gives you permission to make something genuinely terrible. The premise is simple: drop the self-criticism, let your messy side take over, and create something atrocious, gross, or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A visually immersive talk at Fullerton Hall examines how traditional garments from Southwest Asia and North Africa function as markers of identity while also revealing histories of migration, trade,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Edgebrook. The Edgebrook branch is hosting a midday board game session focused on space-themed titles, from *Star Trek: The Next Generation Fluxx* to *Dune*. Library staff will teach the rules, so no experience...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Listening to the Universe with Gravitational Waves takes a topic that sounds forbidding and makes it approachable: astrophysicist Shanika Galaudage from the Adler Planetarium and Northwestern...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. The International Museum of Surgical Science opens its historic Gold Coast mansion for after-hours candlelight tours on Thursday, October 15, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, leaning into the season with a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A reading and discussion of *The Odyssey* led by University of Chicago Classics faculty, focusing on three pivotal scenes — Odysseus with the Cyclops, Circe, and Penelope — and how those episodes...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A movement workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, October 15, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, presented for Queer History Month. Led by dancer and choreographer Brandon Avery, the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Avalon. Confidence Creations: Fresh Beats pairs DJ training with a broader focus on professional presentation and self-confidence. The Reign Project leads this session for tweens and teens ages 10 to 14,...</description>
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      <description> at Obama Presidential Center. A workshop where you design and combine 3D-printed forms with electronic components to build either a functional speaker or a lamp. Led by Redemptive Plastics, a collaborative project from the Austin...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Hearing in Color brings its resident vocal ensemble, Chroma, to Douglass Park for a concert built around belonging and justice. The program, part of the Chroma in the Parks series, mixes contemporary...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Field Museum. A Field Museum lunch-hour talk that takes a darker turn through the fungal kingdom, timed to complement the museum&#39;s &#34;Underground MISadventure: Zombie Fungus&#34; exhibition. Senior Research Scientist...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Steelworkers Park. Climbing Club turns Steelworkers Park into a low-key gathering for climbers of all levels on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The park&#39;s wall offers 19 routes spanning bouldering, top...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A free, drop-in art workshop at the Garfield Ridge library, where families with kids ages 3 to 13 can create mixed-media pieces inspired by artists including Mary Cassatt, Romare Bearden, and Jacob...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Park No. 571. A guided canoe paddle on the Chicago River that focuses on the local wildlife, led by educators from the park district&#39;s RiverLab program. The beginner-friendly outing launches from Park No. 571 on...</description>
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      <title>Jazz Institute of Chicago presents: Lost in Space with Kevin King</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Brainerd. Chicago woodwindist and composer Kevin King brings his *Lost in Space* series to the Brainerd branch on Saturday, October 17, from 11 AM to noon. Inspired by astronomy and the musicians who embody...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Italy. Wycinanki, the Polish folk art of paper cutting, takes center stage in a hands-on workshop led by Grace Bazylewski, a Polish American teacher and practitioner with more than 35 years of experience....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Franke Reading Room. The Franke Reading Room turns 125 this year, and this open house offers a rare chance to explore the space beyond its usual role as the quiet heart of the museum&#39;s Research Center. Visitors can...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center that treats personal narrative as both a written and visual practice. Led by Dani Moon, the session begins with a poem by Gwendolyn Brooks, then...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Mayfair. Introduction to AI Tools for Everyday Workflow is a hands-on workshop for anyone who wants to automate repetitive tasks, format content, or write basic code without a computer science background....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A hands-on workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center where you&#39;ll learn to make bioplastics from common household items, then explore how biomaterials are used in textiles, wearable art, and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Black Poetry Day at the American Writers Museum brings a free afternoon of readings by Chicago poets to coincide with the Loop Arts District Festival. On Saturday, October 17, the program features...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A market of handmade goods from local makers—ceramics, illustrations, prints, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and fragrances—curated by the Design Museum of Chicago. The event also includes...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. A workshop that teaches practical English skills for navigating legal situations, led by a lawyer and certified TESOL instructor. Each session covers a specific scenario—traffic stops, tenant issues,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A walking tour of Old Town led by a Chicago History Museum volunteer, covering layers of neighborhood history from Potawatomi villages and German farms to a Puerto Rican enclave and the site of the...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Maia Surace, pianist and Lyric Opera Chorus member, performs an afternoon of American popular songs and jazz standards at the Harold Washington Library Center on Sunday, October 18, from 2:00 to 3:00...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. The first solo exhibition for Vida Radick, a ceramics facilitator at Ridge Park Cultural Center who has taught for the Chicago Park District for more than two decades, opens Sunday, October 18, from...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A Chicago History Museum guide leads a walking tour through the Sheffield/DePaul neighborhood on Sunday, October 18, starting at noon. The route covers the area&#39;s evolution from an immigrant and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. On Tuesday evening, October 20, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, Sulzer Regional Library hosts a family workshop centered on Calvin B. Jones, a muralist active in the Black Arts Movement and influenced by...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A breast cancer awareness evening at Ping Tom Memorial Park, combining a 45-minute mat Pilates class taught by a Chicago Park District instructor with information and resources on the disease, plus a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Midwest Coast Brewing Company. Weird Book Club meets at Midwest Coast Brewing on the third Wednesday of each month for discussions of speculative fiction and non-fiction. This month, on Wednesday, October 21, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate, became the first African American head coach in NFL history in 1921, and this workshop at the Chicago Bee on Wednesday, October 21, from 4 to 5 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Manning Library. Documentary Club presents a screening of *Against the Current*, followed by a discussion with co-directors Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson. The film follows Chicago community organizer Kyla as she...</description>
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      <title>Meet Geraldine Lane Mardis: A Hands-on Beauty Workshop</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A hands-on workshop at the Richard J. Daley-Bridgeport branch on Thursday, October 22, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, exploring the story of Geraldine Lane Mardis — a Parker High School and University of...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Chicago Public Library Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center offers a workshop on Thursday, October 22, from 10 to 11:30 AM, introducing AI tools that can help people with visual...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A DIY program for gardeners whose hands need some TLC after the season: make two jars of sugar hand scrub to keep or gift. The workshop meets Thursday, October 22, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Mount...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Teens ages 13 to 18 learn archery fundamentals in a hands-on workshop at Mozart Park on Thursday, October 22, from 4 to 5 PM. An instructor covers proper stance, safe equipment handling, aiming, and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Laura Doherty, a mainstay of Chicago children&#39;s music with five family-friendly albums and millions of streams, brings her interactive show to Lincoln Belmont on Friday morning, October 23, from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Burnham (Daniel) Park. Mitote Día De Los Muertos is a gathering rooted in the náhuatl tradition of dance, music, and community celebration. On Saturday, October 24, from 10 AM to 2 PM, Burnham Park plays host to ancestral...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Steelworkers Park. Beatmaker&#39;s Toolbox brings live beat sets, production demos, and hands-on workshops to Steelworkers Park as part of the Park District&#39;s Night Climb series. Curated by B4Lasers and UniqMoniq, the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Margate Park. The Margate Park pumpkin patch and harvest festival on Saturday, October 24, from 10 AM to 2 PM turns the park into a low-key autumn carnival for families. A $10 wristband covers carnival games,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Manning Library. Documentary Club presents a screening of *Against the Current*, followed by a discussion with filmmakers Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson. The film follows Chicago community organizer Kyla as she...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at South Chicago. At South Chicago, the Community Cinema series screens a documentary in which astronauts and Mission Control insiders recall the most harrowing moments from the International Space Station&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Byrnes (Marian R.) Park. A guided fall walk through Marian R. Byrnes Park, starting at the Jeffery Manor Library before the group heads over together. The walk focuses on the season&#39;s changing landscape — native grasses,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Steelworkers Park. Get Up &amp; Get Down turns Steelworkers Park into an evening of climbing and music as the sun goes down. The park’s climbing wall stays open after dark, lit by a curated light show, while the Beatmakers...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Uptown. Family Birthday Story Time Celebration with Ms. My brings a high-energy, music-filled afternoon to Uptown on Saturday, October 24, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Ms. My leads families through stories, songs,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Oriole Park. A free, hands-on craft session at Oriole Park where kids paint their own monster rocks — silly, spooky, friendly, or completely unhinged, depending on the mood. All materials are provided, and each...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Paper engineer Shawn Shehehy leads a hands-on workshop where adults and teens 14 and up build a movable card with a working circuitry element, designed around a calavera motif for Halloween and Día...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The Chicago History Museum leads a walking tour of the Northalsted neighborhood, tracing the area&#39;s role as the first governmentally recognized LGBTQIA+ district in the country. Guide Mike McMains...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Palmisano (Henry) Park. Equiticity’s Walking History series continues with a Sunday morning stroll through Palmisano Park in Bridgeport on October 25, from 9:00 to 11:30 AM. This is the fifth of six monthly walks designed...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chinatown. A new horror-thriller from the director of *Barbarian* screens at the Chinatown library branch on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 PM. In *Weapons*, a community unravels after all but one child from the...</description>
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      <description> at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A workshop at Vittum Park for anyone who wants to build a personal altar ahead of the neighborhood&#39;s Dia de los Muertos celebration. On Monday, October 26, from 6 to 8 PM, the park provides the altar...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Tuman&#39;s Tap and Grill. Books and Brews is the monthly book club that meets at Tuman&#39;s Tap and Grill, and October&#39;s pick is this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection: Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*. Librarians from the West...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Legler Regional. The children&#39;s staff at Legler Regional lead this afternoon cooking program for kids ages 6 to 13, teaching them how to make simple snacks. It runs from 4:00 to 4:45 PM on Wednesday, October 28, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. The Haunted Fieldhouse at Seward Park is a community Halloween event that gives kids free costumes and candy bags, plus games, face painting, popcorn, and other activities. It runs on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Albany Park. A free screening of the 1983 techno-thriller *WarGames* kicks off A.I. Awareness Month at the Albany Park library. The film follows a teen who unwittingly accesses a military supercomputer and nearly...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Robert M. Pine, president of the Polish Genealogical Society of America, leads a practical session on researching Polish family history at the Harold Washington Library Center in the Loop. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A free screening of *Hocus Pocus* at Athletic Field Park, hosted by the Athletic Park Advisory Council. The family-friendly showing kicks off Friday evening, October 30, at 6:00 PM, with the movie...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Campfire Horrors at Douglass screens *Casper* (PG, 1995, 100 minutes, closed captioned) at Anna and Frederick Douglass Park on Friday, October 30, from 7:00 to 8:40 PM. The family-friendly Halloween...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A free screening of Pixar&#39;s *Coco* (2017) lands at the Obama Presidential Center on Saturday, October 31, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The animated adventure follows young Miguel on a colorful journey into...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Altgeld. The library’s Halloween Bash turns Altgeld into an afternoon of low-key holiday fun for all ages on Saturday, October 31, from noon to 4 PM. Activities include karaoke, henna tattoos, a polaroid...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Steelworkers Park. A Día de los Muertos gathering at Steelworkers Park where neighbors contribute photos, keepsakes, flowers, and other meaningful objects to community altar tables honoring loved ones. As dusk falls on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Sunday Cinema at the Chicago Lawn branch screens *Project Hail Mary* (2026), the sci-fi adaptation about an amnesiac astronaut sent to the Tau Ceti system to reverse a solar dimming event threatening...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. The library&#39;s regular story time moves outdoors to the backyard while the community room serves as an early voting site. This Tuesday, November 3, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, families with babies through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Field Museum. At the Field Museum on Wednesday, November 4, from 11 AM to 1 PM, a workshop led by anthropologist Rosa María Varillas turns a close look at Andean textiles into a kind of detective work. Visitors...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Rogers Park. A screening of Alfred Hitchcock&#39;s *The Wrong Man* (1956), the director&#39;s rare foray into fact-based, semi-documentary storytelling. Based on a *Life* magazine article, the film follows a New York...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Uptown. Robin Simon, a Chicago Architecture Center guide who leads walking tours of the Uptown neighborhood, gives a talk on the movie palaces built by Balaban &amp; Katz—the local firm often credited as the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Uptown. The Write at CPL series continues with a practical workshop on traditional publishing, led by novelist Julia Fine. Fine walks participants through the process of querying literary agents, explains...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Meet in Gallery 200. A low-key sketching session at the Art Institute, timed to the museum&#39;s upcoming Beatriz González exhibition. On Thursday, November 5, from noon to 2 PM, meet in Gallery 200 to draw from the...</description>
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      <title>Crocheting Oya Workshop with Hale Ekinci</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms. A workshop on crocheting oya — a traditional Turkish lace technique — led by textile artist Hale Ekinci at the Chicago Cultural Center. Participants learn the basics of oya, including how to create...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. At Marquette Park Cultural Center, the annual Dia de los Muertos celebration honors loved ones who have passed with an evening of community, creativity, and live performance. The Friday, November 6...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Hall. A bus tour led by urban historian Sherman “Dilla” Thomas, this afternoon outing traces the roots of Black history as an academic discipline through key Chicago locations. Dilla guides participants to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A conversation between artist Jordan Ann Craig and curator Andrew Hamilton offers a deep look into how Craig builds her large-scale, brightly colored abstractions from research into Indigenous...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free, hands-on workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center invites teens to connect with Pulitzer Prize-winning poetry and music through their own creative work. Led by artist,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Rogers Park. A generative writing workshop at the Rogers Park branch, led by novelist Anca L. Szilágyi. The session focuses on building character interiority, emotional range, and narrative suspense through...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at West Belmont. A local artist from BrentArt leads a galaxy-themed acrylic painting workshop at West Belmont on Sunday, November 8, from 2 to 4 PM. Supplies are provided, and beginners are welcome. The workshop is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Manning Library. A two-session archival-research workshop and writing intensive with avery r. young, Chicago&#39;s inaugural Poet Laureate, at the Manning branch on Monday, November 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The first...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A hands-on workshop at the Harold Washington Library, where you design and laser-cut a miniature replica of Juicy Fruit, the iconic Chicago dish, using Inkscape. The program ties into the library&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at American Writers Museum. The American Writers Museum turns its attention to science and sci-fi for an evening of trivia, hands-on experiments, and themed cocktails. Guests at this 21+ event on Tuesday, November 10, can try...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A free evening craft session at the Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt branch pairs a hands-on project with the One Book, One Chicago season. On Tuesday, November 10, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, participants...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Galleries 182–184. A curator-led, after-hours tour of the Mary Cassatt: After Impressionism exhibition, open exclusively to Luminary members and their guests. Annelise K. Madsen, the Gilda and Henry Buchbinder Curator...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. This workshop highlights the accomplishments of Black Chicago sculptors Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins, then invites you to make your own mixed-media work. Artist Joy Joshua leads the session at...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Writing with Our Eyes is a workshop that treats writing as a way of seeing, using archival and historical photographs as the starting point for creative exercises. Led by Mexico City-based writer,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Write at CPL continues with a workshop that treats editing and publishing as practical crafts rather than mysteries. Bram Stoker Award–winning author Cynthia Pelayo leads the session on Wednesday...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A coming-of-age story about two Navajo cousins who connect over a summer spent herding sheep on their grandmother&#39;s Arizona ranch, this screening of *Frybread Face and Me* (2023) marks Native...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Illinois State Treasurer is holding $1 billion in unclaimed funds, and a representative will be at the Austin-Irving Branch on Friday, November 13, from 11 AM to 1 PM to help you check whether...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Campfire Repertory Theatre presents Steph Del Rosso&#39;s *The Gradient*, a darkly funny satire about a futuristic rehabilitation center that treats men accused of sexual misconduct as a business...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Eugene Field Park hosts a Youth Turkey Bowl on Saturday, November 14, from 10 AM to noon — a flag football event for kids ages 9 to 14, with age-based games on the field and a Family Fun Zone...</description>
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      <title>Jazz Institute of Chicago presents: Lost in Space with Kevin King</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Uptown. The Jazz Institute of Chicago&#39;s &#34;Lost in Space&#34; series pairs astronomy with improvisation, and this concert by woodwindist and composer Kevin King offers a focused Saturday morning option. King, a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center, Studio A. Saturday Studio at the Art Institute’s Ryan Learning Center offers a hands-on afternoon of monoprinting inspired by Mary Cassatt, led by painter Leslie Baum. Participants work from Cassatt’s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Campfire Repertory Theatre presents Steph Del Rosso&#39;s *The Gradient* at Austin Town Hall Park on Saturday, November 14, from 2 to 4 PM. The play is a darkly funny satire about a futuristic...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Kelly Library. A free Sunday afternoon screening of the new psychological horror film *HIM*, produced by Jordan Peele. The film follows a rising football star who, after a career-threatening injury, accepts...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center/Fieldhouse. South Shore Cultural Center hosts a concert that tries to tell the story of 250 years of American history through music and spoken word. Written and narrated by journalist Cheryl Corley and led by...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Operation Space Station: High Risk Build is a documentary screening that gets into the grit of the International Space Station’s construction, with astronauts and Mission Control insiders recounting...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Austin. The Austin Branch Library launches a new Wednesday evening open mic on November 18, from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, offering a dedicated stage for poets, singers, rappers, comedians, and spoken word artists on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Adler Planetarium. A book discussion paired with space-themed games at the Adler Planetarium, part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season exploring Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*. On Wednesday, November 18, from 6:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Renaissance Project Presents LEGO® Club: Meet Dr. Leonidas Berry</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Gage Park. The Renaissance Project at the Chicago Public Library brings a LEGO-building session focused on Dr. Leonidas Berry, a notable Chicago physician and civil rights figure. On Thursday, November 19, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Chicago Public Library&#39;s Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center offers a workshop on Thursday, November 19, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at the Harold Washington Library Center, designed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Operation Space Station: Science and Survival is a documentary screening that drops viewers into the high-stakes reality of life on the International Space Station, where astronauts and Mission...</description>
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      <title>sounding/BODY presents: V. Vecker, Casey Adams, and Paige Alice Naylor</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at International Museum of Surgical Science. A night of contemporary electronic and improvised music at the International Museum of Surgical Science, presented by sounding/BODY. The Friday, November 20 lineup, running from 7:00 to 9:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Hilton Hotel, 720 South Michigan Avenue. The American Society of Overseas Research and the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures host a hands-on workshop designed for K–12 educators, held Saturday morning, November 21, from 10 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at West Lawn. Chef Urban Pilón (Roberto Pérez) — a chef, musician, and researcher of Afro-Caribbean traditions — leads a cooking demonstration on sofrito at West Lawn on Saturday, November 21, from 11:00 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Reading Room Book Club convenes at the Obama Presidential Center on Saturday, November 21, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss *Orbital*, this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection by Samantha...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Little Village. A 90-minute interactive English grammar workshop in Little Village, designed for high-beginner to intermediate learners who want to get more comfortable with everyday phrasal verbs. Instructor Lisa...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at West Belmont. At West Belmont on Sunday, November 22, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, kids ages 5 to 9 can practice reading aloud to certified reading assistance dogs from SitStayRead. The session includes activities...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Budlong Woods. This writing workshop at Budlong Woods uses poetry and mixed-media art to turn everyday memories into something tangible. Writer Dani J. Moon leads the session on Monday, November 23, from 6:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park team up for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Carver Park. Teens ages 13 to 18 can run drills and scrimmage in front of coaches from around the city, a...</description>
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      <title>Weird Book Club: The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Map Room. Weird Book Club is a monthly gathering for adults who lean toward science fiction, fantasy, horror, or anything that defies easy categorization. On the last Monday of each month, the group meets at...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. Traditional garments in Southwest Asia and North Africa do more than signal identity — the colors, patterns, and materials also trace histories of migration, trade, and colonialism. This illustrated...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at Edgewater. Edgewater Memory Café is a monthly gathering designed as a low-pressure, supportive space for people with memory loss and their caregivers — friends, family, and community allies are welcome too. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Artist Alley and Merch Market at Sulzer Regional Library is the place to browse and buy original work directly from a half-dozen local illustrators and makers, all part of the Sulzer Comic &amp; Arts...</description>
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      <title>Luminary Tour: Utamaro—Elements of Beauty</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Gallery 107. Luminary members get a rare after-hours look at the Art Institute&#39;s *Utamaro: Elements of Beauty* exhibition, guided by Janice Katz, the Roger L. Weston Curator of Japanese Art. The roughly 60-minute...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Manning Library. On Wednesday, December 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Manning branch, kids ages 3 to 13 can sit down one-on-one with Izzy, a certified therapy dog through Canine Therapy Corps, and just read out...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Get Lit: Santa&#39;s Book Fair at the American Writers Museum turns the grown-up book fair concept into a holiday shopping opportunity, with local independent Chicago bookstores setting up shop in the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Austin. The Austin Branch Library launches a new open mic series on the West Side, inviting poets, singers, rappers, comedians, and spoken word artists to share their work. The Wednesday evening session runs...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. A holiday giveaway and activity afternoon at LeClaire-Hearst Park on Saturday, December 19, from noon to 3 PM. Kids ages 5 and 6 can pick up a free toy, plus the park hosts hot cocoa, piñatas, music,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Library Explorers Club is a monthly program that visits a different Chicago Public Library branch each time, combining a low-key group run or walk with a behind-the-scenes tour and quiet reading...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, January 9, 2027 at Walker Library. Library Explorers Club is a new monthly program that visits a different Chicago Public Library branch each time — part group walk or run, part branch tour, part quiet reading hour. On Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, February 20, 2027 at Jefferson Park. Library Explorers Club is a monthly, low-pressure program that combines a visit to a different Chicago Public Library branch with an optional group run or walk and a behind-the-scenes tour. At the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, February 25, 2027 at Budlong Woods. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Budlong Woods on Thursday morning, February 25, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, for a guided session aimed at building school readiness in young children....</description>
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      <title>Library Explorers Club: Humboldt Park Branch</title>
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      <description>Saturday, March 20, 2027 at Humboldt Park. Library Explorers Club is a new monthly program that visits a different Chicago Public Library branch each time, pairing a gentle group run or walk with a behind-the-scenes tour and quiet reading...</description>
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      <title>Create a Personal Archive</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Little Village. For Latine Heritage Month, a program at Little Village on Thursday afternoon, October 8, from 3 to 5 PM, guides teens ages 13 to 19 through building a personal archive. Participants look at records...</description>
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      <title>Documentary Club: Against the Current with Filmmakers Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at North Austin. Documentary Club screens &#34;Against the Current&#34; with codirectors Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson in attendance for a post-film discussion. The documentary follows Chicago organizer Kyla as she travels...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A guided walking tour of Humboldt Park and Paseo Boricua led by Eduardo Arocho, a professional guide and local resident. The 90-minute walk on Saturday, October 10 at 10 AM explores the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Dr. Michael Zevin, an astronomer from the Adler Planetarium, leads a lunch-hour tour of the cosmos using imagery from the James Webb Space Telescope at the Harold Washington Library Center on Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Itty Bitty Explorers: T. rex Teeth &amp; Tails</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Field Museum. For families with dinosaur-crazy toddlers, the Field Museum’s Itty Bitty Explorers program offers a calm, hands-on way into natural history. This session focuses on *Tyrannosaurus rex* — not just its...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Gage Park. A free outdoor screening of the 1993 Disney Halloween classic *Hocus Pocus* at Gage Park, part of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film follows a teenage boy and his little...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Near North. The Near North Branch hosts a Saturday morning discussion of Anne Applebaum&#39;s *Autocracy, Inc.*, a recent treatise examining how authoritarian regimes cooperate to weaken democratic institutions. The...</description>
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      <title>Conversation: Beatriz González—In Series and Full Color</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A conversation unpacking the experimental work of Colombian artist Beatriz González, whose six-decade career used appropriation and repetition to critique image circulation, taste, and recent...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Teen Club at Humboldt Park is a drop-in program for teens, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 6:45 PM during the fall. The session runs September 9 through December 4, 2026, skipping October...</description>
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      <title>Mommy &amp; Me Yoga at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly yoga class for caregivers and young children at Skinner Park in the West Loop, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>The Artist&#39;s Studio: Care and Share</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center. The Artist&#39;s Studio at the Ryan Learning Center invites visitors of all ages to make a postcard for a loved one, inspired by the exhibition *Mary Cassatt: After Impressionism*. Drop in anytime...</description>
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      <description> at Wrightwood-Ashburn. YOUmedia Takeover fills the afternoon at Wrightwood-Ashburn with hands-on exploration of media, tech, gaming, and crafts for teens 13 to 18. On Wednesday, October 7, from 2:45 to 4:45 PM, tweens and...</description>
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      <description> at Humboldt Park. A free English language course hosted at Humboldt Park, running every Monday and Wednesday from September 9 through December 16. Small classes build fluency in speaking, listening, vocabulary, and...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. Collage Club at Gage Park on Wednesday, October 7, from 4 to 5 PM gives kids and teens ages 3 to 19 a free, low-pressure space to work with scissors, glue, magazines, and upcycled materials. Younger...</description>
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      <title>Operation Space Station: Science and Survival</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/operation-space-station-science-and-survival-2026-10-08-douglass/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Douglass. A documentary screening at the Douglass branch library, part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season tied to Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*. The film follows astronauts and Mission Control through...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. A low-key weekly story time for the youngest patrons at Sulzer Regional, offering songs, rhymes, and books for kids up to age 5 and their caregivers. Held on Thursday morning, October 8, from 9:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Teen Board Games</title>
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      <description> at Little Italy. A laid-back afternoon of board games and puzzles at the Little Italy branch, with games provided and space to bring your own to share. The tone is low-pressure, so it works whether you want a quiet...</description>
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      <description> at Brighton Park. Teen Hideaway is a drop-in program at Brighton Park on Thursday, October 8, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, offering teens 13 to 19 a relaxed space to explore art, technology, crafts, and games. No...</description>
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      <description> at Austin. A quilting workshop led by Jacqueline Doctor Johnson, a longtime Austin resident, at the Austin location on Friday, October 9, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Participants should bring their own supplies and...</description>
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      <description> at Mayfair Park. An outdoor story time for toddlers and preschoolers, held on the lawn at Mayfair Park on Friday, October 9, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. Staff from the Mayfair Branch lead stories, songs, and rhymes...</description>
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      <title>Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day Celebration at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Harrison (Carter) Park hosts an Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day celebration on Saturday, October 10, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, organized by the Tierra Colombiana Dance Ensemble. The afternoon includes live...</description>
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      <title>Family Story Time: One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Family Story Time at Chicago Lawn takes children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers on a space-themed morning of reading, singing, and conversation about stars and life on Earth. The program runs...</description>
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      <title>Free Record Expungement &amp; Sealing Workshop</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Little Village. A free workshop on Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to 1 PM, hosted by Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez&#39;s office in partnership with CARPLS and New Leaf Illinois. Participants get information on Illinois...</description>
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      <title>Stop-Motion Animation Camp for Tweens</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Little Italy. A two-day stop-motion animation workshop for tweens ages 10 to 12, led by Chicago-based artist and educator Lila Engelhardt. Participants learn the fundamentals of stop-motion across Saturday and...</description>
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      <title>The Cup Collective: A Tarot Meet Up</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Uptown. The Cup Collective is a tarot meetup led by professional reader Storm Dolente, open to anyone curious about the cards regardless of experience level. The group meets Sunday, October 11, from 3:00 to...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. Parachute Play brings songs, stories, and coordinated movement under a shared parachute for the youngest library visitors. Designed for kids up to age 5 with their caregivers, this half-hour session...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Space Men (2016)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. The Thurgood Marshall branch screens *Space Men* (2016, 60 minutes, not rated), a documentary about the little-known Air Force project that sent a man to 102,800 feet by balloon—years before NASA&#39;s...</description>
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      <title>Tagalong Tap Class at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Tagalong Tap Class is an open-level tap workshop that invites you to bring a friend, child, or partner along so nobody has to learn alone. The hour-long session covers fundamental tap steps and a...</description>
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      <title>Multilingual Monday</title>
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      <description> at Lincoln Belmont. Multilingual Monday brings stories, songs, and rhymes to Lincoln Belmont, with most of the program in English alongside music and at least one book in Spanish or another language. The session runs...</description>
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      <title>Nature Oasis: Community Bonfire at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series brings neighbors together around a fire at Grand Crossing Park on Tuesday evening, October 13, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Arrive within the first 15 minutes for a...</description>
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      <description> at King Library. Gamers&#39; Zone offers a low-key afternoon for teens ages 10 to 17, with Nintendo Switch, board games, and card games available at the King branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:30 to 7:00 PM. No...</description>
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      <description> at Lincoln Belmont. Tinker Tuesday is a casual weekly drop-in at the Lincoln Belmont branch for young people ages 10 to 16 who want to make things, play games, or just hang out. The program runs from 4:30 to 6:00 PM on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at West Belmont. First, second, and third graders have their own after-school book club at West Belmont on Wednesday, October 14, from 4 to 5 PM. Participants read a book together and then do theme-related...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A free community screening of &#34;Avengers: Age of Ultron&#34; kicks off a three-part Marvel movie series at the Wrightwood-Ashburn library. The series runs the second Wednesday of each month from October...</description>
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      <description> at Grano Panaderia and Cafe. A bilingual story time for children ages 0 to 6 and their caregivers, hosted by the Back of the Yards library staff at Grano Panaderia and Cafe. The Wednesday, October 14 session from 11 AM to noon...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Harold Washington Library Center&#39;s Community Cinema series presents a noon screening of Pixar&#39;s *Coco* (2017) on Thursday, October 15. The animated film follows a young boy&#39;s journey into the Land of...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Anne Libera, the comedy scholar who founded the nation&#39;s first college program in comedy writing and performance, brings her new book *Funnier* to the Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A curated program of short films made by Chicago-area filmmakers, presented at the Harold Washington Library Center in partnership with the Chicago International Film Festival. The screening on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Italy. A Halloween-themed slime-making workshop for kids ages 5 to 12, led by Miss Taylor and Ms. Hailey at the Little Italy branch on Saturday, October 17, from 2:30 to 3:30 PM. Each child mixes up their...</description>
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      <title>Celebrating Polish Folktales with Master Storyteller Megan Wells</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Oriole Park. Master storyteller Megan Wells brings a program of classic Polish folktales to Oriole Park on Sunday afternoon, October 18, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Wells is a national award-winning performer, and the...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Chinatown. A free, open discussion about AI on Sunday afternoon, October 18, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM in Chinatown. The format is straightforward: a screening of a video by Tristan Harris of the Center for Humane...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A free literacy-focused workshop for expectant parents and caregivers at the Harold Washington Library Center on Sunday, October 18, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The program covers ways to support a baby’s...</description>
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      <title>Halloween Screen Printing With Mr. Omar and Abby</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Austin. Halloween screen printing with Mr. Omar and Abby at the Austin branch gives families a hands-on chance to create their own holiday gear. The workshop runs Monday, October 19, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM;...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. The Adler Planetarium sets up telescopes at Portage-Cragin on Monday, October 19, from 6 to 8 PM, offering a chance to observe the Moon up close. Simply drop by the library branch and look through...</description>
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      <title>Magic Monday: Pumpkin Pandemonium</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Magic Monday brings a pumpkin-themed session of games, crafts, and surprises to Thurgood Marshall for kids ages 4 to 6. The hour gives young library visitors a chance to play and create with friends....</description>
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      <description> at Ridge Park. Chicago&#39;s First Responder Yoga offers a vinyasa-style class designed specifically for those who carry higher levels of stress and trauma on the job. The session aims to build focus and...</description>
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      <description> at Woodson Regional. Teen Tech Lab gives teens 13 to 19 a weekly, drop-in space at Woodson Regional to work with professional-grade creative tools — digital art, music production, 3D printing, podcasting, or gaming....</description>
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      <title>HIV/STI Screening with Howard Brown Health</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at South Shore. Howard Brown Health brings free, drop-in HIV/STI screening to the South Shore Branch on Thursday afternoon, October 22, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. The session covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Northeastern Illinois University. A campus discussion of Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*, part of the One Book, One Chicago season. The annual panel brings together NEIU faculty, students, and alumni at the main campus on Thursday...</description>
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      <title>RUSH Caring for Caregivers: Dementia Training</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A free dementia training session for caregivers, led by Nece Pinkney, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Licensed Social Worker from RUSH University Medical Center. Pinkney covers the types and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. The Artist&#39;s Studio at the Library, in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago, offers a drop-in family art session at the Garfield Ridge branch on Saturday, October 24, from 10:30 AM to 3:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Trunk-n-Treat at McFetridge Sports Center offers a Halloween afternoon of trick-or-treating, carnival games, bounce houses, face painting, and crafts for children ages 1 to 11. It runs Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Edgewater. Baby Music with Miss Ruby is a 30-minute class of silly songs, scarves, and fingerplays designed for the littlest musicians ages 0 to 3, who attend with a caregiver. Miss Ruby, a teaching artist with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). STEAM Day with First Star Force is a story-powered introduction to science, technology, engineering, art, and math for kids ages 6 to 10. Each session begins with a read-aloud picture book, followed...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Canaryville. The adult book club at the Canaryville branch meets on Monday, October 26, from 6:00 to 7:15 PM to discuss *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection. The novel follows...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. The Library Learning Series at Wrightwood-Ashburn is a six-session workforce and career development program that meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, starting Wednesday, October 28, from 6:00...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Dunning. A Halloween-themed magic show at the Dunning branch of the Chicago Public Library on Wednesday, October 28, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Mr. Firu of Pocket Circus performs a family-friendly set built around...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Austin-Irving branch hosts a Halloween story time for the youngest patrons, with books, activities, crafts, and a costume parade for kids ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers. The event takes place...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. A pajama-encouraged story time at Sulzer Regional on Wednesday evening, October 28, from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes for the youngest listeners. Kids ages 0 to 5 can bring a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A Halloween-themed movie night at Scottsdale Park for kids ages 6 to 12, with popcorn, juice, and candy provided. Costumes are encouraged, and attendees should bring a sleeping bag and pillow for the...</description>
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      <title>Meet Author Aashna Avachat</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Meet local author Aashna Avachat at the Harold Washington Library Center on Monday, November 2, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. She reads from her new YA novel *Mischief Girls* and takes questions about...</description>
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      <description> at Brainerd. A cozy story time for the youngest listeners, led by Ms. Carlynn at the Brainerd branch on Monday, November 2, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Designed for ages 0 to 3 and their caregivers, this session...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. At the Greater Grand Crossing library on Wednesday, November 4, from 4 to 5 PM, families can learn about muralist Calvin B. Jones and the Black Arts Movement, then make their own mini-mural using...</description>
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      <title>Jazz Institute of Chicago presents: Lost in Space with Kevin King</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Manning Library. Lost in Space, a concert series inspired by astronomy and how humans relate to the cosmos, brings Chicago woodwindist and composer Kevin King to Manning on Saturday, November 7, from 11 AM to noon....</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A children&#39;s book club that blends science fiction with real space science, for readers 8 to 13. This month&#39;s selection is *The Lion of Mars* by Jennifer L. Holm, available at the library&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. An hour of guided meditation with crystal singing bowls, led by facilitator Jay Taylor and Wellness4Every1 at the Harold Washington Library Center. The session is designed for anyone, regardless of...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Campfire Repertory Theatre brings Steph Del Rosso&#39;s sharp satire *The Gradient* to Hamilton Park on Wednesday evening, November 11, from 5 to 7 PM. The play imagines a futuristic rehabilitation...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Archer Heights. Archer Heights&#39; new monthly Crime Book Club kicks off with David Grann&#39;s *Killers of the Flower Moon*, a true-crime account of the 1920s Osage murders—a conspiracy that began after oil was discovered...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Campfire Repertory Theatre presents Steph Del Rosso&#39;s darkly funny satire about a futuristic rehabilitation center for men accused of sexual misconduct, where a new employee discovers that redemption...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Galleries 124–127. Member preview day for *Beatriz González: In Series and Full Color*, the first retrospective dedicated to the drawings and prints of the Colombian artist widely known as *la maestra*. A practicing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Mark Larson, an oral historian who once found himself on the other side of Studs Terkel&#39;s tape recorder, shares what it felt like to be interviewed by the Pulitzer Prize-winning master of...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at West Town. The OBOC Young Readers Club tackles *The Lion of Mars* by Jennifer Holm, blending science fiction with real-world space science for readers 8 to 13. The group meets Tuesday, November 17, from 4:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Midwest Coast Brewing Company. Weird Book Club meets monthly at Midwest Coast Brewing for readers who gravitate toward science fiction, fantasy, horror, and other speculative works. The November 18 session, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Manning Library. A low-stakes way for new or hesitant readers to practice aloud: Izzy, a certified therapy dog from Canine Therapy Corps, visits Manning branch on Wednesday, November 18, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Dogs...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The One Book, One Chicago program continues with a lunchtime discussion of Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*, a novel that follows six astronauts from different nations over a single day aboard a space...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A free screening of the 2001 romantic comedy &#34;Serendipity,&#34; in which John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale play strangers who leave their connection to chance. The 90-minute film (rated PG-13) also...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Millennium Park. The City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony returns to Millennium Park on Friday, November 20, with the tree lighting scheduled for 6 PM. The evening marks the official start of the holiday...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. In Steph Del Rosso&#39;s darkly funny satire, a futuristic rehabilitation center promises to reform men accused of sexual misconduct — until an idealistic new employee discovers that good intentions...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Manning Library. Inspiration from the Archives combines archival research with creative writing in a two-part workshop that requires attendance at both sessions. A CPL archivist first demonstrates how to navigate the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park team up for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Franklin Park, where teens 13 to 18 can show their skills in front of coaches from across the city. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Animal Tales brings a nature-inspired story time to Big Marsh Park on Tuesday, November 24, from 11 AM to noon. The 30-minute reading session is followed by a 30-minute hands-on activity — meeting an...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A holiday-season basketball tournament for teens, organized by Operation Basketball. Teams from different communities compete in organized game play on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3:00 PM at...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Harold Washington Library Center hosts a discussion of Sayaka Murata&#39;s *Convenience Store Woman*, a novel about a woman who finally feels at home while working at a Smile Mart, but faces pressure to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at The Modern Bar, Gallery 289. Luminary members get a curator-led evening with Giampaolo Bianconi, who walks the group through Jill Mulleady&#39;s first solo museum show, *The Passenger*. The conversation covers the artist’s mix of...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A citywide gathering for writers of all stripes at the Harold Washington Library Center&#39;s Winter Garden. Whether you&#39;re part of a CPL writing group, attended a workshop this year, or just write on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at Millennium Park, Cloud Gate. The Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Along takes over the plaza at Cloud Gate for three Friday evenings in December, December 4, 11, and 18, starting at 6:30 PM. Gather around the Bean with a songbook —...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Near North. A paper-folding workshop at the Near North branch of the Chicago Public Library, open to ages 7 and up. Participants learn to turn a single sheet of paper into swans, boats, flowers, hats, and...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. The Chris White Jazz Trio brings Vince Guaraldi’s iconic *A Charlie Brown Christmas* score to life at Lincoln Park Zoo, with three short sets across the late afternoon and evening on Sunday, December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Crafting the Archives at Vodak East-Side Branch pairs a look at the library&#39;s Trade Collection with a hands-on project: decorating your own cantarito, a traditional Talavera pottery style. On...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Sound meditation at the Harold Washington Library Center uses crystal singing bowls to guide participants into a deep state of relaxation. Facilitator Jay Taylor from Wellness4Every1 leads the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate, became the first Black head coach in NFL history in 1921. This Sulzer Regional workshop tells his story, then invites participants to design and make...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens its doors after hours for a family-friendly holiday evening that includes access to the Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibits. On...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 6, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly meetup for adult comic book fans, this session of the Comic Book Roundtable at Sulzer Regional celebrates Batgirl&#39;s 60th anniversary. Attendees on Saturday, November 6, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at West Loop. Numerology gets a practical, hands-on introduction in this beginner-friendly workshop led by Pedro, founder of Inner Aura Reading. Over one hour, participants learn to calculate and interpret their...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at DuSable Black History Museum. The Five Bands Brotherhood Forum Series returns to the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for a conversation-driven morning centered on Money, Ownership &amp; Legacy. This session, part of...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at King Library. The King Branch hosts a free screening of *Scream 7*, the latest installment in the long-running horror franchise. Ghostface is back, this time targeting Sidney Prescott’s daughter, pulling Neve...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The opening reception for *A Quilt is a Poem That We Say Again* brings the exhibit’s featured artists into the Grand Lobby of the Harold Washington Library Center on Sunday, October 25, from 1:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Kelly Library. TikTok Tuesday turns Kelly library into a low-stakes stage for tweens and teens to film short dance or comedy videos in front of a live, supportive audience. Every other Tuesday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A talk on the physics that underpins Andy Weir&#39;s *Project Hail Mary*, led by Gerry Jackson of the Chicago Society for Space Studies. This Thursday, November 5, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Garfield...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Chicago Poet Laureate Mayda del Valle leads a hands-on poetry workshop at Budlong Woods, guiding participants through the composition of an &#34;eL Cien&#34; — a 100-word poem built from five couplets with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Field Museum. A full-day professional development workshop at the Field Museum for educators looking to bring Marshallese history and culture into their teaching. The program centers on the museum&#39;s refreshed...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Ryan Learning Center. A free drop-in book-themed afternoon at the Art Institute&#39;s Ryan Learning Center on Saturday, November 7, from 11 AM to 3 PM, timed to the release of the museum&#39;s new picture book *ABCs at the Art...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Meet in Griffin Court. Mindful Looking is a monthly program at the Art Institute that pairs close observation of a single artwork with a guided meditation, led by a trained museum educator. This 45-minute session meets in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Buena Circle Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series turns Buena Circle Park into an evening gathering spot, offering a chance to see the park by firelight. On Wednesday, October 7, from 5 to 7 PM, neighbors...</description>
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      <title>Craft Your Own Kite with Windy City Kite Club</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Northtown. A kite-making workshop at the Northtown library on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 5:45 PM, run by the Windy City Kite Club. They provide the materials and instructions, plus a short history of...</description>
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      <title>Watch and Craft: Dolores (2017)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Archer Heights. A screening of Peter Bratt&#39;s 2017 documentary *Dolores* about Dolores Huerta — co-founder of the first farmworkers union and a pivotal figure in labor, racial, and feminist activism — paired with a...</description>
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      <title>Mother Goose on the Loose Story Time with Ms. My</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My leads a lively story time at the Uptown branch on Wednesday morning, October 7, from 11 AM to noon, built for early literacy through songs, rhymes, fingerplays, puppets, and hands-on props...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lozano Library. Bad Art Afternoon invites you to deliberately make something awful — atrocious, gross, and gloriously messy — with lofi beats and cheesy jokes provided to set the mood. It’s a low-pressure way to...</description>
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      <title>Rooted for Fall: Plant Propagation for Your Home</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at South Chicago. Learn the basics of plant propagation and pot a cutting to take home during this hands-on workshop at the South Chicago library branch, presented by local small business BuenGro. No prior gardening...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at West Pullman. This Halloween-adjacent craft session at West Pullman invites kids 4 to 12 to play mad scientist for an hour. On Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, little witches and wizards mix colorful...</description>
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      <title>Coding Kinetics Workshop Series: Web Development Basics</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Mayfair. Coding Kinetics runs a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop in web development basics at the Mayfair branch, covering HTML, CSS, and an introduction to GitHub in a supportive, small-group setting....</description>
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      <title>Teen DIY: Make Your Own Ghost Plushie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Gage Park. Teens 13 to 19 can make their own ghost plushie at Gage Park on Wednesday, October 7, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, using yarn and simple weaving techniques. Materials are provided. This is a low-key,...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. Drop by the Harold Washington Library Center’s maker space for Open Shop, a flexible window for exploring what the equipment can do. Staff are on hand for a brief software overview, project advice,...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Paint and Chill for Teens offers a relaxed weekly hangout for high-school-aged artists at the Chicago Bee library. Every Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 5 PM, teens 13 to 18 can use the Teen Space to...</description>
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      <title>ESL Practice: English Conversation Group</title>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A weekly English conversation group at Harold Washington Library Center, meeting Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Co-hosted with Literacy Chicago, the group is designed for speakers who...</description>
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      <title>Teen Wednesday</title>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. Kelly&#39;s YOUmedia runs Teen Wednesdays as an ongoing weekly series for teens 13 to 17, with a rotating theme each week: Movie Wednesday on the first of the month, Crafts Wednesday on the second, Anime...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Lawn. An afternoon of board games, puzzles, and simple crafts for families with kids ages 3 and up, held at the Chicago Lawn branch on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Participants can bring...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Play Mahjong</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/learn-to-play-mahjong-at-garfield-ridge/</link>
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      <description> at Garfield Ridge. A beginner-friendly introduction to Chinese Mahjong at the Garfield Ridge location, covering tile identification, basic rules, and simple strategies. No experience is needed, and all materials are...</description>
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      <title>Makers on 8: Artworks Studio with SAIC</title>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. At the Harold Washington Library Center, Makers on 8 is a weekly drop-in art studio open to all ages, held on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM. Facilitated by art therapists and alumni from the School...</description>
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      <title>OPC Teen Recording Studio: Certification</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/opc-teen-recording-studio-certification-at-obama-presidential-center/</link>
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      <description> at Obama Presidential Center. At the Obama Presidential Center’s recording studio, teens 14 to 18 can get certified on the audio equipment and software during a one-hour session on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>The Artist’s Studio at the Library</title>
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      <description> at Obama Presidential Center. The Artist&#39;s Studio at the Library sets up as a self-guided open studio at the Obama Presidential Center on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Participants create an artwork honoring time...</description>
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      <title>Adaptive Cycling Challenge at Lincoln Park</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Lincoln (Abraham) Park. The Adaptive Cycling Program’s participants—cyclists with physical disabilities and visual impairments—will ride the Lake Front Trail from the South Shore Cultural Center to the Lincoln Wilson-Lot in...</description>
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      <title>Zap! Storytime With Brookfield Zoo Chicago</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Austin. A monthly story time at the Austin branch that swaps ordinary picture books for lessons straight from Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Families gather on Thursday, October 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM for...</description>
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      <title>Robotics and Coding Workshop</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/robotics-and-coding-workshop-at-whitney-m-young-jr/</link>
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      <description> at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A workshop for teens 13 to 19 where the FTC Robotics Team Robophins 3216 from Whitney Young High School presents an introduction to Computer-Aided Design. On Thursday, October 8, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM...</description>
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      <title>Games People Play</title>
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      <description> at Garfield Ridge. Games People Play is a weekly game afternoon for adults and seniors at the Garfield Ridge Senior Satellite Center, now in its fifth year. On Thursdays from 2 to 4 PM, the group plays Scrabble,...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. A weekly Thursday evening knitting group that welcomes everyone from absolute beginners to experienced stitchers looking for company while they work. The class is free, though you bring your own...</description>
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      <description> at Norwood Park. A vinyasa-style yoga class designed specifically for first responders and their adult family members, held outdoors at Norwood Park on Thursday, October 8, from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The focus is on...</description>
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      <description> at Avalon. Sensory Story Time at Avalon offers a quieter, more accommodating version of the usual library story time, with lowered lights and fidget toys available for children who benefit from less sensory...</description>
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      <title>Reverb Arts: Your Story Matters</title>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. This description, though its source is a registration-based recurring program, has a substantive premise worth a few sentences.

Reverb Arts, a 10-week creative program for ages 11 to 18, meets on...</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. A free English conversation group at Blackstone, meeting Friday afternoon from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Organized with Literacy Chicago, the group focuses on building speaking confidence through lively...</description>
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      <description> at Manning Library. A weekly English conversation practice group at the Manning branch, run in partnership with Literacy Chicago. Participants focus on lively discussions about current events and life in the city, with...</description>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. Kelly&#39;s YOUmedia runs Freeform Friday, a weekly drop-in series with a rotating theme each week through the fall. The first Friday of the month is Game Day (video, card, or tabletop games); the second...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/story-time-at-logan-square/</link>
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      <description> at Logan Square. Story Time in Logan Square is a low-key Friday morning option for families with kids up to age 5. Ms. Erica leads an acoustic guitar session that blends old and new songs in English and Spanish, plus...</description>
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      <description> at Legler Regional. Teen Movie Night returns to Legler Regional every second Friday, with the October 9 screening from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Attendees vote on the film from a shortlist of titles; popcorn is provided. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Lozano Library. The Mad Hatters of Chicago bring a bilingual story time to Lozano on Saturday morning, October 10, from 11 AM to noon, performing books and poems in English and Spanish with hats and props. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Budlong Woods. The Budlong Woods branch hosts a discussion of *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the 2024 Booker Prize winner that follows six astronauts on one of the final space station missions, observing sixteen...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/five-bands-brotherhood-forum-series-the-discipline-of-a-strong-man-2026-10-10-dusable-black-history-museum/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at DuSable Black History Museum. The Five Bands Brotherhood Forum Series brings its monthly conversation circle to the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, where men gather to talk through topics that don’t always get...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Near North. A book club discussion at the Near North Branch for the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection, *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey. The novel follows six astronauts and cosmonauts from five countries aboard...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Coco (2017)</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at West Belmont. A family-friendly screening of Disney Pixar’s *Coco* at West Belmont on Saturday, October 10, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The 2017 animated adventure follows young Miguel as he navigates a curse and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Canaryville. An adult-oriented take on trick-or-treating at Canaryville, this Saturday, October 10 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, invites horror fans to bring gently used books or movies in any format to swap with fellow...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Canaryville. A free screening of Barry Sonnenfeld’s 1993 sequel, *The Addams Family Values*, at the Canaryville branch. The film follows Wednesday and Pugsley as they battle a scheming nanny (Joan Cusack) who...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Create your own pair of earrings—or a pendant—using the library&#39;s laser cutter and Inkscape, the free 2D design software. This hands-on workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center&#39;s Maker Lab is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Legler Regional. A Halloween-themed reading and creative-writing workshop at Legler Regional on Saturday, October 10, from 2 to 3 PM. Kids ages 6 to 13 hear spooky stories together, then try their own hand at drawing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Walker Library. Cinderella reads her own story aloud during this Saturday afternoon story time at the Walker branch, followed by a Q&amp;A session with snacks and juice. Kids up to age 13 are welcome to come dressed as...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. A community clothing swap at the Bucktown-Wicker Park branch, where adults bring a bag of clean, like-new clothes and accessories (purses, scarves, hats, shoes) and take home a bag of new-to-them...</description>
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      <description> at West Lawn. A free introductory coding workshop at West Lawn for kids and teens ages 6 to 17, teaching the basics of programming through Scratch, a beginner-friendly platform. Participants can use the session to...</description>
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      <description> at Garfield Ridge. Saturdays at Garfield Ridge are for drop-in game sessions: bring your own board game or choose from the library&#39;s collection of UNO, Skip-Bo, Mexican Train, Canasta, Chess, Checkers, and Sorry....</description>
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      <title>ESL Conversation Cafe With Aquinas Literacy Center</title>
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      <description> at McKinley Park. A free English conversation and tutoring program in McKinley Park, run in partnership with Aquinas Literacy Center. The group conversation session runs from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Saturday, October 10,...</description>
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      <description> at Austin. Family story time at the Austin branch pairs songs with stories for families with children 13 and under. The program runs Saturday morning, October 10, from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. Accessibility...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. The Sulzer Regional library hosts a Saturday afternoon open shop for teens interested in tabletop wargames and alternative RPGs. Players cycle through Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, Necromunda, Kill...</description>
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      <description> at Northtown. A weekly drop-in English conversation class hosted by the Indo American Center at the Northtown library on Saturdays from 11 AM to 12 PM. Designed for beginners and especially useful for those...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. A weekly Spanish conversation group for adults 18 and up who are already comfortable speaking the language and want to keep their skills sharp through natural, unstructured discussion. There are no...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Science Works turns the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry into a career fair for STE(A)M fields, aimed at youth and their families. On Saturday, October 10, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, the museum...</description>
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      <title>Sculpt Like Hunt and Perkins: A Creative Sculpting Workshop</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Roden Library. A workshop at the Roden branch that pairs a look at two major Black Chicago sculptors with a hands-on chance to work in their spirit. Artist Joy Joshua leads participants through a 90-minute session...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Fall Fest at Jefferson Park brings a low-key seasonal afternoon to the park on Sunday, October 11, from 11 AM to 2 PM. The annual event includes arts and crafts for children, a Halloween costume...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A Spanish-language screening of the 1997 biographical drama *Selena*, chronicling the Tejano singer&#39;s rise from the local scene to mainstream crossover success before her tragic death. The film runs...</description>
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      <title>Classic Horror/Sci-Fi Movie: Freaks (1932)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at South Shore. A screening of Tod Browning&#39;s 1932 cult classic *Freaks* at South Shore on Sunday afternoon, October 11, at 1:30 PM. The 64-minute film follows a circus &#34;little person&#34; whose marriage to a trapeze...</description>
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      <title>Get Creative With Cosplay</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Logan Square. A practical workshop for aspiring cosplayers who are short on both time and money. Cosplayer Lisa Hale, a Chicago-based veteran with 15 years of experience, shares her methods for sourcing affordable...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A Sunday afternoon workshop where kids aged 6 to 12 lead the conversation about current events and the upcoming election, with caregivers welcome to attend alongside them. The program runs from 2:00...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. A casual, drop-in-style chess meetup at Sulzer Regional Library on Sunday, October 11, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Open to all skill levels; bring your own board if you have one. Space is limited, so...</description>
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      <title>Teen Grab &amp; Go: Dungeon Crawl Classics</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Archer Heights. A tabletop role-playing game starter kit for teens, this month featuring Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC RPG) from Goodman Games. The kit includes a quick-start guide and everything needed to run a...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/k-12-teacher-workshops-object-based-learning-and-artifact-analysis-2026-10-12-institute-for-the-study-of-ancient-cultures/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC). This workshop series at the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures gives K-12 teachers a practical toolkit for turning artifacts into primary sources, using observation, inference, and evidence...</description>
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      <title>Celebrating Polish Folktales with Master Storyteller Megan Wells</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Rogers Park. Celebrated storyteller Megan Wells brings Polish folktales to life for kids ages 3 and up at Rogers Park. Wells, a national award-winning performer, weaves together classic tales filled with charm...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at McKinley Park. Tweens ages 9 to 13 can learn the basics of origami at McKinley Park on Monday, October 12, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Expert Ty Yamamoto teaches three foundational patterns — cranes, flowers, and boxes —...</description>
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      <title>Spoilers Ahead Book Club</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Spoilers Ahead Book Club gives teens access to books before their official publication dates, with a group at Harold Washington Library Center reading and discussing advance copies from...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group led by experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri meets at the Harold Washington Library Center on Monday evening, October 12, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Bring...</description>
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      <title>HAS Community Counseling &amp; Treatment Resource Desk</title>
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      <description> at Humboldt Park. Healthcare Alternative Systems brings its Harm Reduction Team to Humboldt Park on Monday, October 12, from 1 to 3 PM, offering a mobile resource table stocked with personal care and harm reduction...</description>
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      <description> at Pullman. Mr. Josh leads a weekly story time at the Pullman library, blending books, songs, and early learning activities for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The Monday, October 12 session runs from...</description>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. Teen Monday at Kelly&#39;s YOUmedia offers a rotating slate of weekly activities for teens each Monday afternoon from 2 to 5 PM. The first Monday of the month is Movie Monday, the second is Crafts...</description>
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      <description> at Budlong Woods. Great Decisions, the nation&#39;s largest discussion program on world affairs, runs for eight structured weeks at Budlong Woods. Topics this season include Trump 2.0 foreign policy, tariffs and the world...</description>
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      <description> at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. On Monday, October 12, 2026, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry runs single-day Curiosity Day Camps for kids in grades K–8, designed for days when Chicago Public Schools are closed. Each camp...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/salsa-moves-and-latin-grooves-a-senior-friendly-latiné-heritage-celebration-2026-10-13-budlong-woods/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A salsa lesson designed for older adults, led by instructors from Latin Street Music &amp; Dance at Budlong Woods on Tuesday, October 13 from 11 AM to noon. The steps are beginner-friendly and adaptable...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Pullman. A space-themed edition of the card game Fluxx takes over the library for an afternoon tied to this year’s One Book, One Chicago selection, *Orbitals*. The rules of Fluxx shift as you play, keeping...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Humboldt Park. One Book, One Chicago brings a story time to Humboldt Park on Tuesday morning, October 13, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 18 months to 5. The session includes...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Little Italy. In honor of National Bullying Awareness Month, join community CAPS officers at the Little Italy branch to write kind messages and words of encouragement for their wall of kindness. Participants...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Kelly Library. Rich Robbins from Young Chicago Authors leads this recording-studio workshop for high school teens at Kelly on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:15 PM. Rather than just listening to a hit song, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Kids can turn a simple piñata into something properly spooky at this Halloween-themed craft session at Back of the Yards. The event runs Tuesday, October 13, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, and is open to ages...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A double feature of family-friendly Halloween comedies at Jefferson Park on Tuesday, October 13, from 4 to 5:30 PM. First up is the 2012 animated *Hotel Transylvania*, where an unsuspecting human...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Teen Librarian Office Hours turn the YOUmedia space at Chicago Bee into a drop-in help desk for young people every Tuesday afternoon from 3 to 5 PM. Bring questions about college applications, job...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. A weekly chess meetup at the Chicago Bee Library, running Tuesdays from 2 to 3 PM with facilitator Madeline Morgan. The hour is open to all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. LEGO® Club at Gage Park on Tuesday evening, October 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, offers free-form building with bricks provided by the library. Participants can build solo or with friends, take on a...</description>
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      <description> at Edgebrook. Wonder and Words: Family Storytime brings songs, rhymes, and stories to the Edgebrook branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. This program pops up three weeks each month, and each...</description>
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      <description> at West Town. A weekly English conversation group for adults looking to build speaking confidence and vocabulary in a low-pressure setting. Literacy Chicago instructors lead 90-minute sessions focused on everyday...</description>
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      <title>Meet the Maker: Redemptive Plastics</title>
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      <description> at Obama Presidential Center. A drop-in meet-the-artist session at the Obama Presidential Center on Tuesday, October 13, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, focused on Redemptive Plastics—a collaborative project based in Chicago’s Austin...</description>
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      <description> at Woodson Regional. The Teen Creative Arts Collective is a bi-weekly open studio for artists and makers ages 13 to 19, offering dedicated time and materials for painting, sketching, digital design, or whatever project...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Field Museum. The Field Museum’s PlayLab PlayDate series offers a low-key morning for families with children ages 2 to 6. On Wednesday, October 14, from 11 AM to noon, author Parul L. Bhandari reads aloud from...</description>
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      <title>Nature Oasis: Community Bonfire at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. An evening bonfire at La Follette Park in Austin, the latest in the Nature Oasis series that encourages neighbors to experience their local park after dark. On Wednesday, October 14, from 5:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The filmed Broadway production of *Hamilton* comes to a community screening at Woodson Regional Library, presenting the Lin-Manuel Miranda smash hit about Alexander Hamilton — the story of America...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Fall Into Fun Party brings a low-key craft-and-game session to Vodak-East Side on Wednesday evening, October 14, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Families with kids 18 months and up can try leaf rubbing art,...</description>
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      <title>Young at Heart: Lotería Magnets Craft</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A Wednesday afternoon craft session for Chicago seniors at Harold Washington Library Center, October 14, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Participants turn Mexican Lotería cards into custom fridge magnets — a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Oriole Park. The October book discussion at Oriole Park centers on *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the 2024 Booker Prize winner and the official 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. Harvey’s slim novel follows six...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Northerly Island Park. Golden Hour at Northerly Island offers a hands-on evening of nature play, gardening, and art at the Northerly Island Visitor Center. Participants dig into the garden beds to help with the harvest,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Rich Robbins of Young Chicago Authors leads a recording-studio workshop at Whitney M. Young, Jr. Library that walks high school teens through the process of deconstructing and reassembling a...</description>
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      <title>Youth Safety &amp; AI: A Facilitated Discussion</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Manning Library. A facilitated discussion for adults about the real-world consequences of AI on young people, prompted by the 2024 lawsuits over AI chatbots that encouraged self-harm in teenagers. The session...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Tween Maker Lab at the Harold Washington Library Center gives kids ages 10 to 14 a hands-on introduction to 3D printing, robotics, circuit kits, and Scratch coding on Wednesday, October 14, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Meet in Gallery 205. A 30-minute deep dive into Italian Mannerism, the 16th-century painting style known for its stretched figures, jarring colors, and deliberate compositional tension. The talk meets in Gallery 205 on...</description>
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      <title>Meet: Fritz Pollard - The Fredrick Douglass of Football – Make a Team Pennant</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Independence. The Chicago Public Library hosts a workshop on Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM that spotlights Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach...</description>
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      <title>Food for the Holidays: A Meal Prep Zine Workshop</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. This workshop at Harold Washington Library Center pairs practical meal-planning advice with a hands-on zine-making session, aimed at anyone tackling holiday cooking on a budget or looking to recreate...</description>
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      <title>Teen Film Series- The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire screens as part of the Teen Film Series at Lincoln Belmont, a library screening with English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. The 2013 sequel follows...</description>
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      <title>Zap! Storytime With Brookfield Zoo Chicago</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Austin. Zap! Storytime With Brookfield Zoo Chicago brings animal science to the library on Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Austin branch. Kids and families learn about zoo animals through...</description>
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      <title>Cozy Candle Making: Scents of Fall</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Kelly Library. A candle-making workshop at the Kelly Branch on Thursday evening, October 15, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, built around warm fall scents like pumpkin spice, vanilla, and apple cinnamon. You&#39;ll learn the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. A lecture on the traditional dress and adornment of the Arabian Peninsula, presented by Alex Aubry, director of the Fashion Resource Center at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. The talk...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. Chess on the Edge brings open play, game analysis, and tactical puzzles to the Edgewater neighborhood on Thursday, October 15, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Boards are provided, and the program welcomes...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Encanto (2021)</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Brainerd. A free morning screening of Disney&#39;s *Encanto* at the Brainerd branch, part of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Community Cinema series. The 2021 animated film follows Mirabel, the one Madrigal family...</description>
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      <title>Chinese Film Screening: Dragon Blade (2015) 电影放映:天將雄師</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Chinatown. A free afternoon screening of the 2015 historical action epic *Dragon Blade*, starring Jackie Chan as a Chinese military commander who allies with a band of defected Roman soldiers to defend the Silk...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A Saturday morning concert series at the Harold Washington Library Center brings together touring children&#39;s musicians for a low-key family show in the Loop. The October 17 lineup runs from 10:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Near North. The corn husk doll workshop at Near North on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, invites adults to try a traditional folk craft. Participants shape dried corn husks into small handmade dolls...</description>
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      <title>Tortilla Art: Food, Tales and Mesoamerican Traditions</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Kids 6 to 13 learn to make tortillas from scratch in this hands-on workshop, using masa harina and several colors of masa to craft their own designs. They&#39;ll have the option to add cheese while the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A family bus trip to Brookfield Zoo organized through the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Nature Express program, with free general admission once you arrive. The group departs from Budlong Woods...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Children can come in costume to collect candy from decorated cars at Shabbona Park’s 7th annual Trunk or Treat, held Saturday, October 17, from 11 AM to 1 PM in front of the building. Alongside the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. A free screening of *A Nightmare on Elm Street* at Grand Crossing Park, part of the park district&#39;s outdoor movie series. The 1984 horror classic follows teenager Nancy Thompson as she uncovers the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at West Pullman. Slime Saturday gets a glow-up at West Pullman this October, with a hands-on workshop where kids 6 to 13 mix their own batch of slime that lights up without a black light. The hour-long session on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A teen-focused Magic the Gathering workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center, where an official tournament judge walks beginners through the basics and helps with casual gameplay on Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Lincoln Park Branch Teen Room screens M3GAN (2023) on Saturday afternoon, October 17, from 1 to 3 PM. The film follows a roboticist whose AI-powered doll becomes dangerously overprotective of her...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Edgewater. A Saturday-morning lecture-and-discussion session that tries to cut through the election-season noise around the word “socialism.” Professor emeritus Gerhard Schutte leads a short introduction and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Gage Park. The teen book club at Gage Park is doing something genuinely practical: they provide the book and read it together, so there is no homework or pressure to finish ahead of time. On Saturday, October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. A 90-minute interactive English grammar workshop for advanced-beginner to intermediate learners, focused on mastering common phrasal verbs used in everyday conversation. Taught by Lisa Rousso, a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. An English grammar workshop focused on practical phrasal verbs, taught by a certified TESOL instructor with over a decade of experience. Over 90 minutes on Saturday morning, October 17, from 10:30 AM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. The Chi-Town Reading Circle hosts author Alvin L. A. Horn at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch for a discussion of his novel *One Safe Place*, with copies available at the circulation desk. Horn draws...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at South Shore. A low-key Saturday afternoon at South Shore: bring your own coloring materials or use what&#39;s on hand and settle in to listen to a rotating set of jazz records — acid, swing, and other styles — played...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. A community music jam at the Edgewater branch of the Chicago Public Library, open to acoustic musicians, singers, and listeners of all levels. The one-hour session on Saturday, October 17 from 1:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The Chicago History Museum invites middle and high school educators to explore the newly reimagined *Facing Freedom* exhibition during a two-part seminar on Saturday, October 17, starting at 9:30 AM....</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Dunning. Learn to Sew is a beginner-friendly class at the Dunning branch, teaching essential machine skills through a simple take-home project. The session runs Sunday, October 18, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, with...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Little Duck Collective — an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist — leads a developmental playgroup at the Harold Washington Library Center on Sunday, October 18, from 3:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Edgewater. A behind-the-scenes look at Redtwist Theatre’s darkly comic play “Prayer Circle,” kicking off National Friends of Libraries Week on Sunday, October 18, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM in Edgewater. Cast members...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Boogie (2021)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Sunday Cinema at the Chicago Lawn branch screens Eddie Huang&#39;s 2021 feature *Boogie*, a coming-of-age drama about a Queens high school basketball player torn between his NBA dreams and his parents&#39;...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at South Chicago. A book discussion at the South Chicago Branch for *Dogland*, the inside account of the Westminster Dog Show by a Pulitzer Prize finalist. The group meets Sunday, October 18, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, and...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A free Sunday afternoon screening of Tim Burton&#39;s stop-motion *Corpse Bride* (2005, rated PG) at the Back of the Yards branch. The film follows a young man who mistakenly weds a corpse on his way to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. A two-hour private guided tour of the U-505 submarine and its surrounding exhibit, offered before the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens to the public on select weekend mornings. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Coffee and Conversations at Harold Washington Library Center is a free drop-in morning for anyone looking to connect with community resources over coffee. On Monday, October 19, from 9:30 AM to 12:00...</description>
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      <title>Notable News in Space Science with Northwestern&#39;s CIERA</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Edgebrook. Northwestern University&#39;s CIERA brings space scientists to the Edgebrook branch for a Monday evening talk about what&#39;s new in astronomy and the universe. Part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Bezazian Library. The Bezazian Writers Collective is a low-commitment monthly writing group that meets twice a month at the Bezazian branch in Uptown. No need to have a polished portfolio or even admit you write — the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Dunning. A hands-on ramen-making class for ages 10 to 19, led by Schoolhouse Kitchen at the Dunning branch. Participants build their own bowl from scratch on Monday, October 19, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM....</description>
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      <description> at Oriole Park. A vinyasa-style yoga class designed specifically for first responders and their adult family members, held at Oriole Park on Monday morning, October 19, from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The practice focuses...</description>
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      <description> at North Pulaski. Illuminated Youth Arts offers teens a structured weekly hangout with an intentional purpose: using hands-on crafts to explore stress management, emotional regulation, and self-care. Sessions at North...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Douglass. A music production workshop at the Douglass Branch for teens, led by guest artist Kare. The session covers production techniques, mixing fundamentals, and ways to develop a personal sound — and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Legler Regional. At Legler Regional’s Maker Lab, you can build your own Halloween clicker without needing any prior 3D-printing experience. The bases are pre-printed, so you pick one when you arrive, then choose the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Lincoln Belmont’s THIN book club discusses Marie NDiaye’s *The Witch* on Tuesday evening, October 20, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The novel follows Lucie, a mother from a long line of witches, who...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A Halloween origami workshop for tweens and teens ages 10 to 19, happening Tuesday afternoon, October 20, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Lincoln Park. Participants learn to fold a pumpkin, ghost, or creepy...</description>
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      <title>Teen Sewing Hour: Costume Edition!</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A drop-in sewing hour at the Harold Washington Library Center, this month with a Halloween costume focus. On Tuesday, October 20, from 4 to 5 PM, teens 13 to 19 can use the library&#39;s sewing machines...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A screening of the 1958 sci-fi horror classic *The Fly*, in which a scientist&#39;s teleportation experiment turns him into a human-fly hybrid. The film runs 94 minutes and is rated TV-14. English...</description>
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      <title>Silkworms POC Book Club: Lilith&#39;s Brood by Octavia Butler</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Silkworms POC book club, a local reading group centered on works by and about people of color, meets at the Richard J. Daley–Bridgeport library to discuss Octavia Butler’s *Lilith’s Brood*. The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Austin. The Auditorium series brings an open mic to the Austin Branch Library on Wednesday evening, October 21, from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, offering a stage for poets, singers, rappers, comedians, and spoken word...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Rogers Park Social. Weird Book Club is a monthly gathering for adults who gravitate toward science fiction, fantasy, horror, and otherwise strange fiction. The group meets the third Wednesday of each month at Rogers...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A LEGO-building session for kids ages 5 to 12 at the Thurgood Marshall branch, where participants take on structured building challenges and then move into open-ended free play with mini bricks. The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Galleries 1–4. Writing in the Galleries offers a chance to engage with Lee Miller: Fearless beyond just looking, using open-ended writing prompts inspired by Miller’s many lives—model, photographer, Surrealist, war...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Edgebrook. The first meeting of a new supernatural book club at the Edgebrook branch, this discussion centers on Shirley Jackson’s *The Haunting of Hill House*. The novel follows Dr. John Montague and his...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Rogers Park. A community drum circle in Rogers Park, celebrating Latine heritage under the open sky on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Rick Neuhaus, a facilitator with over thirty years of...</description>
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      <description> at Back of the Yards Coffeehouse. A bilingual story time for babies and toddlers at Back of the Yards Coffeehouse, hosted by the Back of the Yards Branch library staff. Children ages 0 to 6 and their caregivers can sing, dance, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A documentary screening at the Chicago History Museum, *While We Are Here* explores the stories of four individuals navigating the complexities of identity, belonging, and home in a rapidly changing...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Independence. A weekly LEGO building session at the Independence branch, where kids ages 5 to 13 can create whatever they imagine using the library’s bricks. The session runs Thursday, October 22, from 4:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Beverly. A weekly Pokémon Trading Card Game meetup at the Beverly branch, open to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade. New and experienced players are welcome for casual play, trading, and Pokémon-themed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Medicare 101 is a practical primer for anyone navigating the complexities of Medicare, whether you&#39;re approaching 65, have been enrolled for years but feel unsure about your options, or are helping...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Gage Park. A free, family-friendly screening of Tim Burton’s *Frankenweenie* (2012) brings the black-and-white tale of a boy who reanimates his late dog to Gage Park on Thursday afternoon, October 22, from 4:00...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Albany Park. AI is affecting us in many ways today, and as its capabilities continue to advance, the ripple effects may reach further than we thought possible. This evening program at Albany Park on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Uptown. Dance Party: All Ages Fun brings J.Ro from Textured Dance, Buena Park&#39;s own studio, to the Uptown branch&#39;s parking lot for an outdoor, all-ages dance session on Thursday, October 22, from 4:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Austin. Zap! Storytime brings Brookfield Zoo Chicago&#39;s animal education to the Austin branch for a free afternoon program. Kids and families explore wildlife through interactive games, group activities, and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Lincoln Belmont Library’s monthly classic film series continues with the Coen brothers’ comic retelling of *The Odyssey*, set in Depression-era Mississippi. George Clooney, John Turturro, and Tim...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Trunk or Treat at Hamilton Park brings a low-key, family-friendly Halloween outing to Englewood on Saturday, October 24, from noon to 3 PM. Expect candy, games, and a costume contest, all hosted by...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Austin. Community Yoga returns to the Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library on Saturday, October 24, from 10 to 11 AM, led by instructors from Collective Yoga Co-Op. The class is designed for all...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theater. The Chicago Made Music Showcase Finale brings the closing night of this local music series to the Claudia Cassidy Theater at the Chicago Cultural Center on Saturday, October 24, starting at 7 PM....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Intermediate-level canoe paddling on the Chicago River, for people confident enough to hold a straight line in wind and boat wake. RiverLab, the Chicago Park District&#39;s seasonal series of on-water...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Obama Presidential Center hosts a LEGO building session on Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, where families can design and construct towers inspired by the center&#39;s own architecture....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A morning of archives and dominoes at Jefferson Park, hosted by the Jefferson Park Branch and Special Collections. The program opens with reproductions of archival materials on board games and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Cultural Reads book club meets monthly to discuss works by and about the Chinese and Chinese American experience, and this October’s pick is Christina Li’s *The Manor of Dreams* — a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A guided fall walk through Marian R. Byrnes Park, starting from the Jeffery Manor library on Saturday, October 24, from noon to 2 PM. Participants explore native grasses, dried flower heads, and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Reading Room Book Club at the Obama Presidential Center meets Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss Erik Larson’s *The Devil in the White City*. The book traces the parallel...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at North Austin. This program, designed for seniors, uses Pulitzer Prize-winning poetry and music as a springboard for a hands-on art workshop. Led by artist and musician Antonia Lucas-Ruppert — a Chicago native from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Tia Singleton returns with a second installment of her hands-on workshop on basic sustainable survival skills and hacks using simple tools. The session covers practical emergency preparedness...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The Chicago History Museum screens *Trash Mountain*, a documentary that follows a Chicago artist as he builds a massive sculpture from his own discarded objects, on Saturday, October 24, at 5:15 PM....</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A free screening of the 2019 animated *The Addams Family* at the Back of the Yards branch, part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film follows the famously macabre clan as they...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A volunteer afternoon at Humboldt Park focused on processing and sorting seeds and seed heads into packets for the neighborhood seed library. On Sunday, October 25, from 1 to 2 PM, participants can...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A documentary tracing the rise and fall of the Chicago-born Schwinn bicycle company screens at the Chicago History Museum on Sunday evening, October 25, at 6 PM. The film follows the family behind...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Map Room. Weird Book Club meets on the last Monday of every month at Map Room for discussions of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and other strange fiction. This month, on Monday, October 26 from 7 to 8 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Manning Library. A workshop at Manning branch that pairs a history lesson with a hands-on craft: learn about Fritz Pollard — a Chicago-born Lane Tech grad who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach in 1921 — then...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A free weekly screening of the original *Twilight Zone* (1959) at Jefferson Park, with two episodes shown each Monday afternoon. Rod Serling&#39;s classic anthology remains a master class in economical,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Rogers Park. A community music jam at Rogers Park gets a Halloween twist on Monday, October 26, from 6:00 to 7:45 PM. Librarian Jim kicks off with a few spooky tunes before opening the floor to musicians of all...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Merlo. This tabletop role-playing game invites you to step into the family drama of *Our Once Proud House* by Anna Blackwell, where squabbling heirs methodically dismantle their shared legacy. The session...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Pumpkins and Potions at Thurgood Marshall on Monday, October 26, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM lets families paint pumpkins and sip themed drinks that double as fall-inspired &#34;potions.&#34; The event is open to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Dale Dellutri of the Chicago Society for Space Studies leads a low-key, image-by-image tour through ten of the most striking astronomy pictures from NASA&#39;s Astronomy Picture of the Day from last...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Dunning. Learn the craft of paper quilling by twirling strips of paper into a space scene on a greeting card at this workshop held at the Dunning branch on Monday, October 26, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Avalon. A free screening of *The Devil Wears Prada 2* (2026) at the Avalon, part of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Community Cinema series. The sequel follows Miranda Priestly as she navigates the decline of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A free screening of *Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s 2*, the 2025 horror sequel based on the video game franchise. The film follows Abby as a reunion with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy sets off a chain of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Early morning bird walks at Big Marsh Park, led by the Chicago BIPOC Birders every Monday in October from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. The group welcomes all skill levels, and binoculars are available on a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A recording-studio workshop for high school teens, led by Young Chicago Authors&#39; Rich Robbins. Participants deconstruct a well-known song to understand its production techniques, then reassemble it...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A Halloween pickleball tournament for seniors 55 and older at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park on Tuesday, October 27, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The round-robin format is COED doubles, open to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. A nature-inspired story time for the youngest explorers, hosted by the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Vodak-East Side Branch at Big Marsh Park. The 30-minute session runs Tuesday morning, October 27, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Avalon. A teen book discussion at Avalon, led by the Teen Librarian, centers on Aiden Thomas’s *Cemetery Boys* — the story of Yadriel, a trans boy who summons the angry spirit of his high school’s bad boy...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Jefferson Park hosts a free screening of the 1931 *Dracula*, with Bela Lugosi in the role that defined the screen vampire for generations. The 75-minute horror classic plays on Tuesday, October 27,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Back of the Yards Branch hosts its first Trunk or Treat celebration on Tuesday, October 27, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, aimed at kids ages 0 to 13. Costumes are recommended but not required for this...</description>
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      <title>Cybersecurity in the AI Era: Pause. Think. Verify.</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Edgewater. A cybersecurity talk tailored for the AI era, led by Dawn Kristy, JD — an educator and author of *33 Ways Not to Screw Up Cybersecurity*. The session focuses on practical skills: recognizing...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Archer Heights. The Archer Heights branch hosts its monthly book discussion on Wednesday, October 28, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, focused on this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection: Samantha Harvey&#39;s &#34;Orbital.&#34; The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A free afternoon screening of Wes Craven’s 1991 horror-comedy, in which a boy evicted from his home breaks into his landlords’ house and uncovers a grim secret. The film runs 101 minutes and is rated...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Solemn Oath Brewery. The Humboldt Park Branch’s monthly cookbook club heads offsite this time, with October’s pick being Jessie Sheehan’s *Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes*. The premise is simple: read, cook,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Canaryville. A free screening of *Monster House* (2006), the Columbia Pictures animated horror-comedy about three teens convinced a neighbor’s ramshackle home is a man-eating entity. Directed by Gil Kenan and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. The Haunted House Festival at Pulaski Park brings a Halloween-themed evening with a haunted house, inflatables, face painting, and a Halloween craft project—though the exact attractions may shift. It...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Ahead of Día de Muertos, this workshop at Back of the Yards gives kids and teens ages 6 and up a chance to decorate a sugar skull in memory of someone or a pet who has passed. The session runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A librarian-led walking tour of the Cultural Mile on Michigan Avenue, drawing on historic photographs and materials from the Chicago Collection at the Harold Washington Library Center. The roughly...</description>
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      <description> at DreamCatcher Café. A bilingual story time for children ages 0 to 6 and their caregivers, hosted by the Back of the Yards Branch library staff at DreamCatcher Café on Wednesday, October 28, from 11:00 AM to noon. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A Halloween celebration at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center on Thursday, October 29, from 4 to 6 PM, designed for kids ages 3 to 12. The afternoon includes Halloween-themed games, crafts, and treats,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A Trunk or Treat at Rowan Park on Thursday, October 29, from 6 to 8 PM, turns the area in front of the fieldhouse into a safe, decorated route for kids 18 and under to collect candy. Costumes are...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Orbital by Samantha Harvey</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. The Mount Greenwood branch hosts a discussion of *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection and winner of the 2024 Booker Prize. The novel follows six astronauts and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A hands-on miniature painting session at Lincoln Belmont where you get a Warhammer 40k Space Marine figurine to finish and take home. No experience required — step-by-step guides sit at each table,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Brainerd. The South Chicago Library presents a free screening of *Blue Beetle*, the 2023 DC superhero origin story. The film follows Jaime Reyes, a recent college grad who returns home to find his future...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. For tweens aged 10 to 13, this hands-on workshop at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. branch puts a seasonal spin on jewelry design. Led by Joy Joshua, participants will work with spooky charms, beads, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Independence. A mad science event at the Independence library branch that involves carving pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns and then making them &#34;barf a rainbow&#34; — a hands-on chemistry demonstration dressed up as...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. The library&#39;s regular story time moves outdoors to the backyard on Thursday, October 29, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, while the community room is used for early voting. It&#39;s a combined session for babies,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Write at CPL brings a fiction workshop to the Jeffery Manor branch on Thursday evening, October 29, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, led by Chicago writer James Stuart III. The session focuses on building...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Woodson Regional. An open mic at Woodson Regional on Friday afternoon, October 30, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, designed for teens 13 to 19 to try out music, spoken word, poetry, rap, or storytelling on a low-stakes stage....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Dress warm and head to Douglass Park on Friday, October 30 for a family-friendly screening of *Casper* alongside a bonfire. The movie kicks off at 6:30 PM, so you can settle in with a blanket and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A DFSS-certified SHIP counselor leads this Medicare Open Enrollment session at the Richard J. Daley Library in Bridgeport, walking through what’s changed this year and what to watch for when...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at North Park Village Nature Center Park. A Halloween trick-or-treating event at North Park Village Nature Center, where families can show off costumes while walking the Main Loop in search of hidden pumpkins and stopping at candy stations...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Albany Park. Mad Hatters Story Time brings a live performance of classic children’s books to the Albany Park branch on Saturday, October 31, from 11 AM to noon. The volunteer troupe from the Junior League of...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My hosts a friendly, not-so-scary Halloween story time at Uptown on Saturday afternoon, October 31, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The program pairs silly and gentle stories with songs and movement...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A free Halloween-afternoon screening of the 1995 family comedy *Casper*, in which a lonely ghost befriends a new girl in town and her father after they move into his spooky mansion. The 100-minute,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Scottsdale. A Día de los Muertos–themed sugar skull decorating session for tweens and teens ages 10 to 19, held Saturday afternoon, October 31, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Participants get a brief introduction to the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Columbus Park&#39;s Halloween event gives kids in costume a proper afternoon out: a pumpkin patch, video games, face painting, and arts and crafts, plus the main draw — a haunted house with staged scary...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Humboldt Park. HAS leads a free Narcan Administration and Overdose Prevention workshop at Humboldt Park on Sunday, November 1, from 3 to 4:30 PM, covering the opioid crisis in Illinois, the Good Samaritan law, how...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Kelly Library. A screening of the 1961 film adaptation of Lorraine Hansberry&#39;s classic play, following a Black family in 1940s Chicago grappling with how to use an insurance-policy check to improve their lives....</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A hands-on songwriting workshop for high school teens led by Rich Robbins from Young Chicago Authors. Participants deconstruct a well-known track to understand its structure and production...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Tuesdays with Menopause continues its monthly series at Sulzer Regional on Tuesday, November 3, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with a session focused on menopause and research. Designed to cut through the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Douglass. A candle-making workshop paired with a low-cost approach to self-care, held Tuesday evening, November 3, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Douglass. Participants make their own soy-based wax candles with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Edgebrook. The Edgebrook Branch’s Wednesday Afternoon Murder Mystery Book Club is reading Tana French’s *In the Woods* for November. The plot follows a Dublin detective whose own childhood trauma resurfaces...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Clearing. A low-stakes craft night for adults who want to make something without worrying about the result. No skills needed—just show up on Wednesday, November 4, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Clearing branch...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown branch’s YOUmedia program opens its community room after school on Wednesday, November 4, from 3 to 5 PM for tweens ages 10 to 13. Attendees can make crafts, watch a 3D printer in...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Little Village. The Little Village branch hosts the Albany Park Library&#39;s Korean-language book club on Thursday, November 5, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. This month&#39;s selection is Samantha Harvey&#39;s &#34;Orbital,&#34; a lyrical...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series invites west Ridge neighbors to experience Indian Boundary Park after dark. On Thursday evening, November 5, from 5 to 7 PM, the park opens up for a casual...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. The human body sits at the center of much of the art in this new African art presentation, and this lecture digs into why. Curator Constantine Petridis, the Rita Knox Chair and Curator of Arts of...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Rich Robbins of Young Chicago Authors leads a recording-studio workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center that treats a hit song like a puzzle: you take it apart, see what makes it work, then...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Little Village. University of Chicago professor Tom Pierce leads a discussion on Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*, the 2024 Booker Prize winner and this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection. The slim novel follows six...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Brenda Quetzali leads a zine-making workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center that covers basic folding and binding techniques, plus a collaborative page-trading exercise so each participant...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. Starr Chief Eagle offers a direct window into Lakota culture through hoop dancing, an art form where she uses up to 22 hoops to create shapes and tell a story. Her presentation at Indian Boundary...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Tutu School Ballet brings its dance-and-literacy program to Lincoln Park for a Saturday afternoon story time on November 7, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The session pairs a read-aloud from the school&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Obama Presidential Center hosts a LEGO building challenge on Saturday, November 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, where participants design and construct their own version of a towering structure inspired...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A screening of Ron Howard&#39;s *Apollo 13*, the 1995 dramatization of the near-disastrous 1970 lunar mission. The 139-minute film, rated PG, chronicles the explosion that disabled the spacecraft and the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Albany Park. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings favorite WTTW Kids characters to Albany Park for a guided, play-based session focused on school readiness skills like early math, language, and literacy, alongside...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. The OBOC Young Readers Club at the Chicago Lawn branch takes on science fiction this fall with *The Lion of Mars* by Jennifer L. Holm, a novel that asks what it might really feel like to grow up on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Scottsdale. A monthly drop-in craft session for kids 6 to 13, held at the Scottsdale location. This Saturday, November 7, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, participants make paper turkeys — a seasonal project that changes...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Maker Summit is a practical networking afternoon for anyone involved in Chicago’s maker scene — whether you run a makerspace, teach making, or just build things in your spare time. The idea is to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A breakout game for kids ages 10 to 13 that turns a lesson about tornado safety into a hands-on puzzle challenge. The premise: the tornado warning system has been tampered with and locked in a box,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A documentary that doesn&#39;t pull punches about the International Space Station&#39;s construction, featuring astronauts and Mission Control staff recounting close calls with ammonia leaks, shuttle...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at West Pullman. A Roblox session for kids and tweens ages 6 to 13, run by Arrayscape Gaming at the West Pullman library. Participants play together on library computers or their own devices, with time built in for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Brands Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series returns to Brands Park for a relaxed Tuesday evening, November 10, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, inviting neighbors to gather around a fire and experience the park...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Rogers Park. A monthly song club at the Rogers Park branch, meeting on the second Wednesday of each month — this month on Wednesday, November 11, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The format is straightforward: each person...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Avalon. An early-reader book club at the Avalon branch of the Chicago Public Library, designed for students in kindergarten through third grade (ages 5 to 9). Kids read the book together, talk about themes,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A free Wednesday afternoon screening of the 2026 *Supergirl* film at Woodson Regional Library, part of the Chicago Public Library’s Community Cinema series. The film runs 108 minutes and is rated...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A free community discussion at Sulzer Regional on Wednesday evening, November 11, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, framed around the recent HuggingFace incident and journalist Ezra Klein&#39;s analysis of AI...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Tween Maker Lab at the Harold Washington Library Center gives kids ages 10 to 14 a low-stakes chance to try out a 3D printer, robotics kits, circuit projects, and Scratch coding after school on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Uptown. Dr. Doyle Stevick, executive director of the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina and educational advisor for the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry&#39;s immersive Anne Frank annex...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A Friday afternoon film screening at the Harold Washington Library Center, part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season that complements the season&#39;s title *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey. The library...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Albany Park. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings favorite PBS Kids characters to Albany Park for a Saturday morning session designed for preschoolers. Kids ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult, can join guided play and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at King Library. King Branch hosts a discussion of *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. The novel follows six astronauts and cosmonauts on one of the last space station missions of...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My brings her ukulele to the Uptown branch for a birthday-themed story time that turns reading into a full-body party. Expect shaker eggs, scarves, bubbles, a stretchy band, and a giant parachute...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Oriole Park. Family Flicks brings Wes Anderson&#39;s *Fantastic Mr. Fox* to Oriole Park on Sunday afternoon, November 15, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The 2009 stop-motion animated film follows a wily fox (voiced by George...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A documentary screening at Sulzer Regional on Monday, November 16, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, looking at real high-stakes moments aboard the International Space Station, where astronauts and Mission...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A family-friendly LEGO Club at Whitney M. Young, Jr. library on Tuesday, November 17, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, focused on the life and work of Dr. Leonidas Berry. Participants build a model plane like...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at North Pulaski. A low-key, drop-in arts session at the North Pulaski branch on Tuesday evening, November 17, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, designed for adults who want to make something and meet others doing the same....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at West Pullman. Renaissance Project presents a LEGO Club session focused on Dr. Leonidas Berry, a Chicago physician and founding organizer of the Flying Black Medics. On Wednesday, November 18, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Rogers Park Social. Weird Book Club is a monthly discussion group for adults who gravitate toward science fiction, fantasy, horror, and other offbeat corners of speculative fiction. The group meets on the 3rd Wednesday...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Toman Library. Lotería, the traditional Mexican game similar to bingo, comes to the Toman library branch on Wednesday, November 18, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Players of all experience levels are welcome — the program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A librarian-led walking tour of Chicago’s Cultural Mile, drawing on historic photographs and the Chicago Collection at the Harold Washington Library Center. The roughly one-mile route along Michigan...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The Humboldt Park branch of the Chicago Public Library runs a monthly cookbook club, and November&#39;s pick is Eva Longoria&#39;s *My Mexican Kitchen*. Participants prepare one recipe from the book and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Meet in Gallery 154. A 30-minute gallery talk that takes a close look at Charles Ray&#39;s contemporary marble relief, which lives among the museum&#39;s ancient art. The talk meets in Gallery 154 on Thursday, November 19, at...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Legler Regional. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Legler Regional on Thursday, November 19, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM for a guided learning session aimed at building school readiness. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Teen Film Series- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 (2015)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A Thursday evening screening of the final Hunger Games installment at the Lincoln Belmont branch of the Chicago Public Library. The series wraps up with Katniss and the rebels taking on President...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Dancin&#39; Fridays turns Humboldt Park into an outdoor salsa floor on Friday evening, November 20, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. All levels are welcome, so you can show up with or without a partner and just...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. The Holdovers (2023) screens on Friday afternoon, November 20, from 2:30 to 4:45 PM at the Bucktown-Wicker Park branch. Alexander Payne&#39;s R-rated dramedy follows a disagreeable boarding school...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Gamer&#39;s Universe Showdown Series brings monthly esports tournaments to the Harold Washington Library Center, with this November edition featuring a Mario Kart 64 tournament at noon, Tekken 8 at 2...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Dunning. The Give-n-Receive Inc. runs a free community pop-up thrift boutique where you can drop off clean, gently used clothing and accessories for all genders, ages, and sizes, then browse and take what you...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Little Village. A 90-minute English grammar workshop at the Little Village branch, focused on mastering ten common phrasal verbs used in everyday conversation. Designed for advanced beginner to intermediate...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Archer Heights. A monthly program that pairs a visit to a different Chicago Public Library branch with an optional group run or walk, followed by a staff-led tour and quiet reading time. On Saturday, November 21,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Archer Heights. Pope Film Fest screens Roberto Benigni&#39;s Oscar-winning *Life is Beautiful* at the Archer Heights branch on Sunday, November 22, at 8:00 AM — an early start, even for a film club. Benigni&#39;s film...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Oriole Park. A free Sunday matinee screening of the 1996 food-world comedy *Big Night*, about two Italian-American brothers trying to save their old-fashioned restaurant from a flashier competitor. The film runs...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at King Library. King Branch screens *The Devil Wears Prada 2* (2026), the sequel that catches up with Miranda Priestly as she navigates the decline of traditional magazine publishing, now facing off against former...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Museum of Ice Cream. A story time collaboration between the Chicago Public Library and the Museum of Ice Cream, held at the museum in Streeterville on Monday, November 23, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. Librarian Megan leads a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Mayfair. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to the Mayfair branch on Monday, November 23, from 4:30 to 5:15 PM. Geared toward children ages 3 to 5 with an adult, the session uses guided play to...</description>
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      <title>Family Matinee: Toy Story 5 (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Archer Heights. The Archer Heights branch of the Chicago Public Library screens *Toy Story 5* during a family-friendly Monday afternoon matinee on November 23, starting at 2:00 PM. Woody, Buzz, and the gang confront...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A basketball tournament for teens from different communities, organized by Operation Basketball, takes place at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park on Monday, November 23, from noon to 3:00 PM. Teams compete...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops are running a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at West Pullman Park. Participants 13 to 18 showcase their skills and athleticism in front of coaches from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park host a basketball combine at Lindblom Park on Monday, November 23, from noon to 3 PM, giving teens ages 13 to 18 a chance to show their skills in front of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest brings together Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Columbus Park on Monday, November 23, from noon to 3 PM. Teens ages...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. A nature-themed story time and play session at Big Marsh Park, led by a librarian from the Vodak-East Side Branch. Ms. Anna reads outdoors, then guides kids and their caregivers through nature-themed...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Kelly Library. Family Fun Night at Kelly brings a rotating set of low-key, hands-on activities for families with children ages 3 and up. On Tuesday evening, November 24, from 5 to 7 PM, the lineup includes board...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park team up for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Franklin Park, giving teens 13 to 18 a chance to show their skills in front of coaches from across the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, organized by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops as a Thanksgiving-week showcase. Participants run drills and scrimmages...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Smoke Signals (1998)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Smoke Signals, the 1998 drama that follows two young Native American men (Adam Beach and Evan Adams) on a road trip to collect the remains of a neglectful father, screens Tuesday evening at 6:00 PM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Archer Heights. The Archer Heights branch hosts a monthly book discussion, and November&#39;s selection is *The Night Watchman* by Louise Erdrich, chosen in recognition of Native American Heritage Month. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Warriors (1979) screens at Lincoln Belmont as part of the library&#39;s monthly classic film series on Friday, November 27, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Walter Hill&#39;s cult thriller follows a Coney Island...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. WTTW hosts a preschool learning session at the Garfield Ridge branch on Saturday, November 28, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, featuring characters from their kids&#39; programming. Designed for children ages 3...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Archer Heights. The Pope Film Fest brings *The Sound of Music* to Archer Heights on Sunday, November 29, with a 2:00 PM screening of the 1965 Best Picture winner. The film follows Maria, a young nun who becomes...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A story time designed for the youngest library patrons, mixing songs, rhymes, books, and bubbles for the first 30 minutes with 30 minutes of sensory-rich social play afterward. It runs Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Woodson Regional. On the first Thursday of each month, the Village Legal &amp; Community Project offers free, one-on-one consultations with a lawyer at Woodson Regional. Topics include parenting time, housing, power of...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Special Collections staff at Harold Washington Library Center host an afternoon of Lotería, the Mexican version of Bingo traditionally played at family gatherings. Beyond the game itself, the session...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). Community Yoga at the Library brings a monthly, all-levels yoga session to the Richard M. Daley Branch in Humboldt Park, led by instructors from Collective Yoga Coop, an LGBTQ+ and BIPOC-forward...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms. Artist Thương Hoài Trần leads a weaving workshop at the Chicago Cultural Center&#39;s Chicago Rooms on Saturday, December 5, from noon to 2 PM. Participants work with fiber and textile techniques in a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Comic artist Lucy Knisley, known for her graphic memoirs including *Relish* and *Kid Glove*, visits Sulzer Regional Library on Saturday, December 5, from 11 AM to noon to walk through her process for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Scottsdale. A cookie decorating competition at the Scottsdale branch, where kids 6 to 13 turn plain cookies into edible artwork. The library provides the supplies; participants compete for prizes based on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Little Village. The Spanish-language book club meets monthly to discuss works in Spanish, and this December&#39;s selection is Juan Carlos Onetti&#39;s *La Vida Breve*. The group gathers on Sunday, December 6, from 2 to 4...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Explore your family history by building it out of LEGO® at the Harold Washington Library Center. In this hands-on workshop on Tuesday, December 8, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, participants use minifigures...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Merlo. Teens in grades 7 through 12 can get certified to use the recording studio at the Merlo branch, learning the basics of Logic Pro and audio production equipment. The session runs Tuesday, December 8,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Rogers Park. A monthly song club at the Rogers Park branch library, where each person brings one favorite track to play for the group and then talks about why it matters to them. It functions as an alternative to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Tween Maker Lab at the Harold Washington Library Center gives kids ages 10 to 14 a low-stakes chance to try out 3D printing, robotics, circuit kits, and Scratch coding after school on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The ISAC Museum&#39;s fall exhibition tells the story of a king who, until very recently, was unknown to history. In 2019, an inscribed stone pulled from an irrigation canal in central Türkiye revealed...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Winter Wonderfest brings a full slate of indoor holiday activities to Dvorak Park on Friday evening, December 11, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The lineup includes a creative drama performance, photos with...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Edgewater. A monthly book club that skips the assigned-reading part: bring whatever you have been reading lately — a novel, a memoir, a cookbook — and spend 90 minutes trading recommendations with other...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A community carol sing at Berger Park on Saturday morning, December 12, from 11 AM to 1 PM, hosted by Instrumental Theatre Company. The group works through a songbook of winter standards — “Let It...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. On the second Saturday of each month, Forward Chicago sets up a Repair Cafe at Sulzer Regional Library where volunteers fix jewelry, sew torn clothes, and tackle general household items — though they...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A monthly braille literacy discussion and reading circle for members of the Chicago Public Library Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center, meeting on Saturday, December 12, from 11 AM to 1 PM at...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at South Shore. The Early Reader Book Club wraps up its school year on Saturday, December 12, from 11 AM to noon at the South Shore branch of the Chicago Public Library. Designed for kids ages 3 to 8 who are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at South Chicago. A self-care yoga workshop led by Melody Farmer at the South Chicago branch on Saturday, December 12, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. The session combines simple stretches, basic yoga poses, breath...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My brings a ukulele-fueled story time to the Uptown branch for a Saturday afternoon, December 12, from 3 to 4 PM, designed for children ages 0 to 7. The program moves through musical activities —...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Santa &amp; S&#39;mores brings a low-key holiday gathering to Commercial Club Playground on Saturday, December 12, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Expect music, holiday arts and crafts, hot cocoa, and s&#39;mores, with a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. One Book, One Chicago returns this year with Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*, a novel that compresses the lives of six astronauts from five countries into a single day aboard a soon-to-be-decommissioned...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. An archery session for tweens at Wilson Park, blending a beginner-friendly skills lesson with holiday crafts and seasonal activities. Designed for ages 10 to 13, the event runs Wednesday, December...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Midwest Coast Brewing Company. Weird Book Club meets at Midwest Coast Brewing on the third Wednesday of each month, and the December 16 session from 6:30 to 7:30 PM covers *Thistlefoot* by GennaRose Nethercott. The novel follows...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Gage Park. Crafting the Archives returns with a holiday-themed session at Gage Park, led by CPL&#39;s Special Collections department. Participants get a look at the Trade Collection and talavera art for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Field Museum. Itty Bitty Explorers at the Field Museum gives the under-five set a hands-on introduction to the king of the dinosaurs. The Saturday morning session, December 19 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, focuses on the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at North Austin. A hands-on workshop at the North Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library that pulls from CPL&#39;s Archives and Special Collections to explore the history of Black churches in Chicago. Participants...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Budlong Woods hosts a low-key board and card game night on Monday, December 21, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with a rotation of quick-playing options like Flip 7, Rummikub, Scrabble, Chess, and Azul....</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at North Pulaski. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings familiar PBS Kids characters to North Pulaski for a guided, preschool-friendly session focused on building school readiness skills. Designed for kids 3 to 5 with an...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A book club for teens ages 14 to 18 that reads titles before they hit store shelves. Each month, participants select a new book from posted eGalleys (a free Netgalley account is required) and meet to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at West Belmont. ScribbleMonster, the music-and-play project of Jim Dague, brings a silly holiday playlist to West Belmont on Monday morning, December 21, from 11 AM to noon. Dague&#39;s songs have been recognized by...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry runs three-day winter break camps for students in grades K through 8, built around hands-on STE(A)M exploration. Younger kids in grades K through 3 craft...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Kelly Library. Family Fun Night at Kelly turns the library into a low-key drop-in activity center for families with kids ages 3 through teen. On Tuesday evening, December 22, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, the space offers...</description>
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      <title>HIV/STI Screening with Howard Brown Health</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 24, 2026 at South Shore. Howard Brown Health brings free, confidential HIV/STI screening to the South Shore Branch on Thursday, December 24, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM — a drop-in session open to everyone. On-site tests cover...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 31, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A daytime countdown for families whose young children won&#39;t make it to midnight. The Noon Year&#39;s Eve Party at Vodak-East Side on Thursday, December 31, from 11 AM to noon features games, crafts, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, January 28, 2027 at Legler Regional. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Legler Regional for a guided learning session designed to build school readiness in preschoolers. The Thursday morning program, running from 11:00...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, January 31, 2027 at Little Village. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings a hands-on, guided learning session to Little Village for preschoolers and their grown-ups. Featuring favorite WTTW Kids characters, the program focuses on building...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, February 6, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly book club for adult comic readers meets at Sulzer Regional on Saturday, February 6, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, this time with a focus on Doctor Doom timed to his upcoming big-screen return in...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, May 1, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly book-club-style meetup for adult comic readers, hosted at Sulzer Regional on Saturday, May 1, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. In step with ALA&#39;s Mystery Month, this session focuses on mystery and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 2, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. The monthly Comic Book Roundtable at Sulzer Regional turns toward horror for October, inviting adult comic fans (18 and up) to bring their favorite scary stories and characters for discussion on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Chicago Children&#39;s Museum. The Chicago Children&#39;s Museum&#39;s rotating Castle exhibit reimagines the fairy-tale theme with a modern, interactive twist. Designed by the museum&#39;s own staff, the space invites kids to dress up as...</description>
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      <title>Meet: Fritz Pollard - The Fredrick Douglass of Football – Make a Team Pennant</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Legler Regional. A workshop at Legler Regional explores the story of Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate who became the first African American head coach in NFL history in 1921. On Wednesday, October 7,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Chinatown. For Banned Books Week, the Chinatown branch hosts a craft session where high school teens can make mini book charms to turn into keychains — a small, wearable statement about the freedom to read. All...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Rogers Park. A classic body-horror sci-fi from the Cronenberg era screens at the Rogers Park library on Wednesday, October 7, at 6:00 PM. David Cronenberg&#39;s 1986 remake of *The Fly* follows scientist Seth Brundle...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Basic computer skills help is available one-on-one at the Chicago Bee branch, using the Chicago Digital Learn online resource. Drop by the desk on the 2nd floor on Wednesday, October 7, between 1:00...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Lawn. Universidad Popular offers interactive English classes at Chicago Lawn on Wednesday, October 7, from 10 AM to 1 PM. The sessions focus on practical skills—filling out job applications, preparing for...</description>
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      <description> at Field Museum. Illinois Free Wednesday at the Field Museum offers free general admission to Illinois residents all day on Wednesday, October 7, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No tickets or reservations are mentioned —...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. A gentle, bilingual story time at Gage Park on Wednesday, October 7, from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, designed for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Expect songs, rhymes, and short stories in a...</description>
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      <description> at Portage-Cragin. The weekly Teen Room hangout at Portage-Cragin is a low-key way to spend a Wednesday afternoon. Drop by any time between 3 and 5 PM this fall to play tabletop or video games, whether you bring your...</description>
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      <description> at Jefferson Park. A straightforward LEGO free-play session at the Jefferson Park library on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Kids ages 6 and up can build whatever they please with the library&#39;s bricks, and...</description>
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      <description> at Woodson Regional. A story time for the youngest library-goers at Woodson Regional, built around songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and books. It runs Wednesday morning, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, for children ages 0...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at McKinley Park. STEAM Day brings a story-first approach to science and technology for young learners, hosted by FIRST STAR FORCE at McKinley Park. Each session begins with a picture book read-aloud, then moves into...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A cultural celebration marking the sixth year at West Lawn Park, with live performances, vendor booths, arts and crafts, and cultural exhibits on display the evening of Thursday, October 8, from 6:00...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. Bilingual Story Time brings English and Spanish books, songs, and movement together for young children and their caregivers at Portage-Cragin on Thursday afternoon, October 8, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The October book discussion picks up the 2026 One Book, One Chicago title, *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the Booker Prize–winning novel that follows six astronauts and cosmonauts over the course of a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free, low-commitment way to sort out a Halloween costume: the Harold Washington Library Center is handing out grab-and-go kits containing a blank papier mâché mask and markers, available at the 8th...</description>
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      <description> at North Austin. A gentle chair-based yoga class at the North Austin library on Thursday mornings, October 8, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The session adapts traditional poses — stretches, balance work, and...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. Book Buddy for Adults pairs English learners with a reading partner to work through a book together, discussing characters, stories, and themes in preparation for the monthly ESL book club. The...</description>
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      <description> at Logan Square. The Thursday Knitting Circle at Logan Square is a weekly gathering for anyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, or works with other needlecrafts. Bring your current project to share and learn from...</description>
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      <description> at Canaryville. A story time at the Canaryville branch for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers, with stories, songs, and rhymes followed by open play. It takes place Thursday morning, October 8, from 10:30 to...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. Mr. Lee of the Chicago Chess Foundation leads a weekly chess club at the West Loop library branch, open to kids ages 6 to 13 regardless of skill level. This Thursday, October 8, the group meets from...</description>
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      <description> at Oriole Park. A 45-minute seated, low-intensity workout combining cardio, strength, and flexibility training, taught by instructor Michele Crump at Oriole Park on Thursday morning, October 8, from 11:00 to 11:45....</description>
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      <description> at Bezazian Library. A weekly story time series at Bezazian, with stories, songs, and fingerplays for young children. Each session runs about an hour and includes 30 minutes of open play afterward. For children ages 0 to...</description>
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      <description> at Scottsdale. Celebrating Día de Los Muertos, this adult craft series invites participants to build their own Catrina from paper mache, with all materials provided. It’s a hands-on, cultural workshop that unfolds...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A documentary about the high-altitude pioneers who tested the limits of human physiology before NASA&#39;s Mercury program, screening at Budlong Woods on Friday afternoon from 2 to 3 PM. The film follows...</description>
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      <description> at Budlong Woods. A weekly English conversation group at Budlong Woods, held Fridays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, co-presented by Literacy Chicago. Designed for people who already know some English and want more practice,...</description>
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      <description> at McKinley Park. Little Learners Story Time brings songs, stories, and a built-in play session to McKinley Park on Friday morning, October 9, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The 30-minute story portion is geared toward...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Beverly. The Beverly branch hosts a crocheting circle on Saturday afternoon, October 10, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, open to anyone from beginners to experienced stitchers. Attendees can learn stitches and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Beverly. A monthly meeting for kids in grades 3 to 5 who want to think about their community like a superhero would. Led by children themselves, the group shares issues they care about and plans real actions...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Logan Square. Chicago Laughter Yoga blends intentional laughter exercises with deep yogic breathing, treating laughter itself as a workout rather than just a reaction. The session on Saturday, October 10, from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A free drop-in art workshop at the Garfield Ridge library, part of a series presented in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago. On Saturday, October 10, from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM, families...</description>
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      <title>South Side Memories with Author Gloria Golec</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Archer Heights. Local author Gloria Golec brings her memoir *South Side Memories* to the Archer Heights neighborhood on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. She discusses the writing and publishing process,...</description>
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      <title>Healing Arts Chicago Summit</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Malcolm X College. The Healing Arts Chicago Summit gathers practitioners, patients, and anyone curious about integrating creative practices with health and wellness at Malcolm X College on Saturday, October 10. Doors...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Rogers Park. A Halloween origami workshop at the Rogers Park branch of the Chicago Public Library on Saturday, October 10, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Robert Smith leads the group in folding jack-o-lanterns and bats,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Southwest Creative Studio. This listening workshop, hosted by the West Lawn Branch and Jen Kropke at Southwest Creative Studio, focuses on the craft of giving someone your full attention. Through interactive games, creative...</description>
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      <description> at Oriole Park. A weekly English conversation group meets at Oriole Park on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, run in partnership with Literacy Chicago. The sessions focus on building speaking confidence...</description>
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      <description> at Douglass. Saturdays at Douglass branch are for building. The LEGO Club meets October 10 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, supplying the bricks while kids 6 and up supply the ideas — either free-building or tackling a...</description>
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      <title>Create Space / Espacio para Crear</title>
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      <description> at Back of the Yards. Create Space / Espacio para Crear is a drop-in creative session at Back of the Yards where you can learn to use 3D printers and a vinyl cutter, work with art supplies, or just see what others are...</description>
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      <title>Walking Tour | Hyde Park Murals</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A guided walking tour of the murals that line the Metra underpasses in Hyde Park, led by artist and educator Juarez Hawkins. The route takes in works including Astrid Fuller&#39;s *Spirit of Hyde Park*...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A free workshop at Warren Park on Monday, October 12, from noon to 2 PM, designed to introduce teens 13 to 18 to hip-hop&#39;s four foundational elements: MCing, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Edgewater. Baby Music with Miss Ruby brings a 30-minute session of songs, scarves, and fingerplays to the Edgewater library on Monday, October 12, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. Miss Ruby is a teaching artist with...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Hotel Transylvania (2012)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at South Chicago. A free family-friendly screening of the 2012 animated comedy *Hotel Transylvania*, in which Dracula’s monster-only hotel is thrown into chaos when a human guest arrives and falls for his daughter....</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Tea party at the Chicago Bee branch library, led by Ms. Tonya Brown of Hibiscus &amp; Honey. Kids ages 6 to 11 (with an adult) get tea, treats, and reading on Monday, October 12, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. A...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Oriole Park. A free outdoor screening of the 1954 classic *Creature from the Black Lagoon* at Oriole Park on Monday evening, October 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. The Universal horror film runs 79 minutes and is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. Anna is leaving Bucktown, and this Monday, October 12, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM is the last chance to paint with them at the library. Canvases in various sizes and a full palette of paints are provided,...</description>
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      <description> at Woodson Regional. Seed Library is a year-round offering at Woodson Regional Library, not a single-day event: stop by the adult reference desk during regular business hours to pick up free seed packets — three per...</description>
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      <title>The Silent Scribe Society: Writing Program</title>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. The Silent Scribe Society provides a quiet, communal space for anyone who needs a dedicated block of time to write — novelists, screenwriters, journalists, or anyone just trying to get back into a...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. Bilingual songs, stories, and rhymes for infants through five-year-olds and their grown-ups at Sulzer Regional library. The 30-minute program on Monday evening, October 12, starting at 6 PM, is led...</description>
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      <title>Compassionate Children&#39;s Programming with Cruelty Free You + Me</title>
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      <description> at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Cruelty Free You + Me runs a story time that uses books, art, and hands-on activities to teach kids about animals, the environment, and kindness. Sessions focus on a different theme each time. The...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. Family Story Time at Gage Park offers books, songs, and rhymes for children ages 2 to 8. This bilingual program (English and Spanish) runs Monday, October 12, from 11 AM to 1:30 PM. Accessibility...</description>
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      <description> at Manning Library. A monthly writing circle at the Manning branch offers a low-pressure space to work on creative writing alongside other adults. The session on Monday, October 12, from 6:15 to 7:30 PM includes a...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A free English class for beginners, led by instructors from Erie House at the Harold Washington Library Center. The Monday evening session from 6:00 to 7:00 PM covers basic English and introduces...</description>
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      <description> at Albany Park. Story Time brings together stories, songs, and simple movement for the youngest Chicagoans at Albany Park on Monday, October 12, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. The program is designed for children ages 0 to...</description>
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      <title>The Scary Squad: Tween Advisory Board</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Legler Regional. The Scary Squad Tween Advisory Board at Legler Regional puts kids ages 10 to 13 in charge of designing the library’s annual Haunted Library celebration for the Garfield Park community. The group...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Legler Regional. Behind the Mic is a recording-studio workshop for high school teens, led by a former YOUmedia participant who now works in music production. The session covers finding your vocal identity while...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. Drop into Gage Park on Tuesday, October 13, between 4:00 and 6:00 PM during Open Shop to get a brief run-through of available software, ask about a project, or simply use tools like a 3D printer,...</description>
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      <title>A Stitch in Time Crochet Club / Club de Tejer</title>
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      <description> at Back of the Yards. A relaxed, low-pressure crochet club meets at the Back of the Yards library on Tuesday evening, October 13, from 6 to 7 PM. Yarn and hooks are available to share—bring your own project or start...</description>
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      <description> at Lincoln Park. A drop-in knitting and crochet circle meets at Lincoln Park on Tuesday, October 13, from 4 to 6 PM, led by a regular named Deb. Bring your own project, show off what you&#39;re working on, and pick up...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Lawn. A weekly crochet club at Chicago Lawn Library teaches kids ages 10 to 13 the basics of crocheting. Materials are provided for beginners. The session meets Tuesday, October 13, from 4 to 6 PM....</description>
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      <description> at Portage-Cragin. Mixed Media Making is a weekly drop-in style workshop series at Portage-Cragin where teens 13 to 18 learn a new hands-on craft each session, from Perler bead magnets and Cricut tote design to...</description>
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      <description> at Brighton Park. A weekly story time for families with children up to age five, in Spanish and English. The Brighton Park session on Tuesday, October 13, from 11 AM to noon features picture books, songs, and a simple...</description>
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      <description> at West Englewood. Preschool Story Time at the West Englewood branch brings picture books and songs for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers on Tuesday morning, October 13, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. Registration is...</description>
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      <description> at Jefferson Park. The new 3D printer in the teen space is open for hands-on use Tuesday, October 13, from 4 to 6 PM at Jefferson Park. Choose colors and designs to make your own project; anything not finished during...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. A drop-in LEGO building session at the Edgewater branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. The library supplies the bricks; kids 5 and up supply the imagination. Finished creations get...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Merlo. Help decorate the windows at Merlo for Halloween on Wednesday, October 14 from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. You can paint solo or as a small group; paint and brushes are provided, and spaces open on a...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Scottsdale. A space-themed story time for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers at the Scottsdale branch on Wednesday morning, October 14, from 10:30 to 11:30. The session includes reading, singing, and...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: An American Pickle (2020)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free midday screening of the 2020 comedy *An American Pickle*, in which Seth Rogen plays a Jewish immigrant who emerges from a vat of brine 100 years later and tracks down his only living...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Clearing. Paint a Halloween-themed rock at this library craft session for kids 3 and older with an adult. On Thursday, October 15, from 4 to 5 PM at the Clearing branch, participants can create a ghostly or...</description>
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      <title>Courtyard Tales: Preschool Story Time by the Book Bird</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Obama Presidential Center hosts &#34;Courtyard Tales,&#34; a story time by the Book Bird especially for the youngest patrons. Thursday, October 15, from 10:30 to 11 AM, caregivers and kids ages 3 to 5...</description>
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      <title>Edgewater Memory Café</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Edgewater. Edgewater Memory Café is a monthly gathering designed for people with memory loss and their caregivers, offering games, arts and crafts, music, and time to socialize. The program meets on the third...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at North Austin. A space-themed story time for little ones at the North Austin branch, leading a group of young explorers through books, songs, and a conversation about stars and life on our planet. The session wraps...</description>
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      <title>Patricia Liddell Researchers Meeting</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The Patricia Liddell Researchers, an organization focused on African American genealogy and history, holds its monthly meeting at Woodson Regional on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/adult-book-discussion-drive-your-plow-over-the-bones-of-the-dead-2026-10-17-harold-washington-library-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center&#39;s In Translation Book Club meets Saturday afternoon, October 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, to discuss Olga Tokarczuk&#39;s *Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead*....</description>
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      <title>Common Pantry Food Collection Drive</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Common Pantry’s monthly food collection drive lands at Sulzer Regional on Saturday morning, October 17, from 10 AM to 1 PM. The organization provides emergency groceries to more than 1,000 families...</description>
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      <title>Luminary L.Connect: Provenance Research</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Ryerson and Burnham Libraries, Franke Reading Room. Luminary members at the Silver level and above get a close look at how museum professionals trace an artwork&#39;s ownership history. Curator Jonathan Tavares and Jacques Schuhmacher, executive director...</description>
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      <title>Destination Discovery Story Time at Lincoln Park Zoo</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. A Halloween-themed story time for the youngest readers at Lincoln Park Zoo&#39;s Fall Fest. Librarian Megan leads songs, rhymes, and picture books for kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers, with suggestions...</description>
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      <title>FAFSA Financial Aid Application Workshop</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Avalon. A free workshop at Avalon for anyone navigating the current financial aid cycle. Representatives from Ladder Up will walk through the latest changes to the FAFSA and the Alternative Application,...</description>
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      <title>Fall Color Tree Walk</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A fall color tree walk around Humboldt Park led by the library branch and Openlands TreeKeepers, covering a short paved route while learning to identify urban trees and the benefits they provide. No...</description>
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      <title>Library Explorers Club: West Town Branch</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at West Town. Library Explorers Club is a new monthly program that visits a different Chicago Public Library branch each time, combining a group walk or run with a behind-the-scenes tour and time to read. On...</description>
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      <title>Trunk or Treat at Addams</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Trunk-or-treat keeps Halloween familiar for the littlest trick-or-treaters: families gather in the parking lot or field at Addams Park and go car to car for candy instead of door to door. On Sunday,...</description>
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      <title>Book Swap</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Branch hosts a low-key book swap for adults on Sunday, October 18, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM. Bring up to three books you&#39;re willing to give away, write a short note about each one, then...</description>
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      <title>Learn Chess with Dave</title>
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      <description> at Walker Library. A free chess session at Walker for kids 10 and up and teens, led by a regular instructor who knows the game. The Sunday afternoon drop-in (1:00 to 4:00 PM on October 18) is open to complete beginners...</description>
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      <title>Teen Grab &amp; Go: Dungeon Crawl Classics</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Archer Heights. Archer Heights is offering a Teen Grab &amp; Go kit on Monday, October 19, from 12 PM to 8 PM, containing a quick start guide and materials to get a game of Dungeon Crawl Classics running. Goodman Games&#39;...</description>
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      <title>Documentary Club: Against the Current with Filmmakers Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Beverly. Documentary Club brings a mid-autumn screening and conversation to the Beverly branch, featuring filmmakers Joshua Jackson and Asif Wilson. Their film *Against the Current* follows Chicago organizer...</description>
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      <title>Bike Basics With Xail</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Bike Basics With Xail is a short workshop series that breaks down bicycle components and their purpose to help you better understand how to use your bike, maintain it, and do safety checks before a...</description>
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      <title>Kid&#39;s Artificial Pumpkin Painting</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Children ages 0 to 13 can paint their own artificial pumpkin at Back of the Yards on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM — a low-key craft activity that lets each kid make something unique for...</description>
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      <title>Shoebox Ofrendas (altars)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Independence. A workshop for making miniature ofrendas, the traditional altars for Día de los Muertos. All supplies are provided; just bring a photo of a loved one and any small personal items you&#39;d like to add....</description>
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      <description> at Albany Park. An English conversation group for adults who already know some English and want to practice speaking more confidently. Literacy Chicago instructors lead 90-minute sessions covering current events,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Sound meditation returns to the Harold Washington Library Center on Wednesday, October 21, with facilitator Jay Taylor guiding a session using crystal singing bowls. Doors open at 5:30 PM; the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Teens design their own accessories using UV resin at Thurgood Marshall on Wednesday, October 21, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The hands-on workshop covers the basics of working with resin to make jewelry,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A ceramics exhibition at the South Shore Cultural Center Park presents the first solo show of Vida Radick, who has taught pottery at Ridge Park Cultural Center in Beverly for more than two decades....</description>
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      <description> at North Austin. Game Night with the Sheriff&#39;s Department brings a casual afternoon of board games and conversation to the North Austin neighborhood on Wednesday, October 21, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Presented in...</description>
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      <title>Meet Chester Commodore: Drawing and Illustration 101</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Brighton Park. Chester Commodore, the legendary African American cartoonist whose work appeared in the Chicago Defender for nearly 50 years, gets a fresh spotlight in this drawing workshop at Brighton Park. Led by...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Little Village. A low-key Thursday afternoon drop-in at the Little Village branch where teens 13 to 19 can experiment with a Pioneer DJ controller, Serato DJ Lite, a MIDI keyboard, and microphones. If making beats...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Hocus Pocus (1993)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Rogers Park. A free screening of the 1993 Disney Halloween classic *Hocus Pocus*, part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film follows three 17th-century witches who are resurrected in...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Avalon. A nail-care workshop for tweens and teens ages 10 to 14 that goes beyond basic grooming into career skills. The Reign Project leads this Thursday, October 22 session from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at the...</description>
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      <title>Art Book Club: Ways of Seeing by John Berger</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Art Book Club at Harold Washington Library Center works through John Berger’s *Ways of Seeing* one chapter at a time, and this month’s session on Thursday, October 22, from 6 to 7 PM tackles...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A family-friendly Halloween celebration at Kelvyn Park on Friday, October 23, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Expect costumes, games, music, candy, and other festive activities designed for all ages....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC), Breasted Hall. The Cultural Heritage Experiment&#39;s Lending Day lets University of Chicago undergraduate and master&#39;s students borrow an archival object from the ISAC collection for the academic year. On Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. Amateurs is an experimental theater piece that takes adult recreational ballet classes as its subject and its form. The performance, created by four queer women with minimal ballet training, moves...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at West Lawn. A free, all-levels yoga session at the West Lawn Branch on Saturday, October 24, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Equipment is provided, and the class is taught bilingually (English and Spanish). Registration...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Lisa Frankenstein (2024)</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chinatown. A free screening of the 2024 comedy-horror *Lisa Frankenstein* lands at the Chinatown library branch on Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The plot follows an unusual young woman whose crush...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at North Pulaski. Teens 13 to 19 can make their own glowing moon light at this hands-on craft at North Pulaski. The Saturday afternoon session, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM on October 24, is part of the 2026 One Book, One...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Kids ages 8 to 12 can talk graphic novels with peers at Sulzer Regional on Saturday afternoon, October 24, from 1 to 2 PM. The group discusses Eric Colossal&#39;s *Ghost Town*, with snacks and a hands-on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. The Commercial Club Playground hosts a Halloween party on Saturday, October 24, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, designed as a safe, contained celebration for the neighborhood. Expect music, arts and crafts,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A bilingual story time for the youngest readers and their caregivers, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish. The Saturday afternoon session on October 24 runs from 2:00 to 3:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Harold Washington Library Center hosts a pre-Halloween afternoon for tweens ages 10 to 14, with snacks, crafting supplies, tabletop games, and Nintendo Switch games projected on a big screen. It&#39;s a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A fringe t-shirt workshop at Woodson Regional, where Ms. Karen leads the group in making an 80s-style design with pony beads. All supplies are included. The session runs Saturday, October 24, from...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A free screening of the 2026 adaptation of *Project Hail Mary* at the Richard M. Daley branch, part of the library&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film follows astronaut Ryland Grace on a mission to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. At the Mount Greenwood library on Monday morning, October 26, from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, the regular toddler story time brings together stories, songs, stretches, and a simple craft for children ages 18...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at West Pullman. Kids ages 6 and up can make a glowing Halloween lantern using an LED tea light and craft materials at the West Pullman branch. The workshop runs Monday, October 26, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, and the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at North Pulaski. A Halloween story time designed for the youngest library visitors, with stories, rhymes, and music followed by a costume parade inside the branch. Children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers are...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Edgewater. A Monday afternoon film screening at the Edgewater Branch, this one is a gentle comedy about a flock of sheep who, after years of listening to their shepherd read murder mysteries, have to solve his...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. The 7th Police District holds a regular beat meeting at Hamilton Park on Tuesday, October 27, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, where residents can bring public safety concerns directly to officers and learn...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at King Library. King hosts Teen Movie Night on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, with the title chosen by a vote among teen patrons and announced the week of the screening. Popcorn, candy, and other treats...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Dunning. A monthly book club for children in grades 3 to 6 at the Dunning branch of the Chicago Public Library. On Tuesday, October 27, from 4 to 5 PM, the group discusses *My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish* by Mo...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Near North. A mindful-yoga series designed for adults 55 and older, combining breathing exercises, gentle movement, and a closing body scan. Each Tuesday session from October 27, 2026 runs from 10:30 to 11:15...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at West Belmont. First, second, and third graders get their own after-school book club at the West Belmont branch on Wednesday, October 28, from 4 to 5 PM. They read a book together and take part in theme-related...</description>
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      <title>Nature Oasis: Community Bonfire at Palmer Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Palmer (John McAuley) Square Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series turns Palmer Square Park into a gathering spot by firelight on Wednesday evening, October 28, from 5 to 7 PM. It&#39;s a low-key chance to meet neighbors, learn...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Scottsdale. Kids and teens build a Halloween-themed terrarium at this hands-on workshop, using moss, stones, and creepy miniatures to design a haunted graveyard or spooky forest. The session takes place...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Douglass. A pour-over painting workshop at the Douglass branch, where artist Jesstimeless teaches a fluid painting technique using pumpkins as the canvas. The session runs Wednesday, October 28, from 4 to 5 PM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Blackstone Library. The Blackstone branch hosts a low-key Halloween celebration for kids 5 and older on Wednesday, October 28, from 4 to 7 PM. The afternoon includes crafts, snacks, and games, with costumes encouraged...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Harold Washington Library Center hosts a monthly karaoke program for teens 14 to 18, offering an open mic for any genre and skill level. Thursday, October 29 from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, you can sing solo...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Winnemac Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series transforms a corner of Winnemac Park into a low-key gathering spot after dark this fall. On Thursday, October 29, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, neighbors are invited...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at King Library. A career coaching and workforce development workshop presented by ZIL Career Avenue at King Branch, designed to help job seekers map their career paths and connect with the right resources....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Douglass. A hands-on hair braiding workshop at the Douglass branch, led by Erica, who demonstrates techniques including box braids. Participants ages 16 to 24 can practice on mannequin heads and hair...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. The Haunted House Festival at Pulaski Park on Thursday evening, October 29, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM offers a low-key Halloween outing with a haunted house, inflatables, face painting, and a craft...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Teen Hallow Night is a free, early-evening film screening at Chicago Lawn on Thursday, October 29, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, aimed at ages 10 to 19. The program includes a movie with popcorn, and candy...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Green Briar Park holds its annual community Halloween party on Friday afternoon, October 30, from 4 to 6 PM. The afternoon includes games, arts and crafts, and a costume contest — wear your most...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A Halloween party for children at the library on Saturday, October 31 — costumes are optional but encouraged for kids ages 3 to 13 and their families. The event runs from 11 AM to 1 PM and includes...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at North Pulaski. Families can swing by North Pulaski on Saturday, October 31, between 11 AM and 1 PM in costume for a quick Halloween photo session—the library prints the picture on the spot to take home. While...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Toman Library. A drop-in Halloween craft and game day at Toman in Little Village, running Saturday, October 31, from 11 AM to 3 PM. The Children&#39;s area will have paper crafts, ceramics to paint, board games, LEGO...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Oriole Park. Oriole Park hosts a Sunday afternoon screening of the 1995 family film *Casper*, in which the friendly ghost tries to befriend a young girl while his uncles cause trouble. The 100-minute, PG-rated...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Austin. The Austin Branch opens its Community Closet on Monday, November 2, from noon to 8 PM, offering free, gently used clothing to anyone who needs it. Items are first-come, first-served and restocked...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A field day for tweens ages 11 to 14 at Washington Park on Monday, November 2, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The afternoon includes basketball, laser tag, e-games, inflatables, swimming, and other team...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Logan Square. The Logan Square branch hosts a monthly graphic novel book club, and on Tuesday, November 3, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, the discussion centers on *Song of a Blackbird* by Marla Van Lieshout. The story...</description>
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      <title>Young &amp; Wealthy: Building Financial Power Early</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Kelly Library. A two-part financial workshop for emerging adults ages 16 to 24, led by entrepreneur Corey Phillips at the Kelly branch in Englewood. Tuesday, November 3, from noon to 1 PM, the session covers how...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Bike Basics With Xail is a three-part workshop series that walks through how a bicycle works and how to keep it running. Each session covers a different topic — gears, brakes, and eventually fixing a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A midday banquet at Mozart (Amadeus) Park honoring the senior community, with a program that includes a Makers Market popup, wreath-making, live music, bingo, and dancing. Attendees can also vote in...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Krush Groove (1985)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A screening of the 1985 film *Krush Groove*, which follows the early days of Def Jam Recordings and features performances by Run-D.M.C., Dr. Jekyll &amp; Mr. Hyde, and Kurtis Blow. The 97-minute R-rated...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Woodson Regional. Lawyers from The Village Legal &amp; Community Project hold free monthly office hours at Woodson Regional on the first Thursday of each month. From noon to 2 PM on Thursday, November 5, visitors can...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Avalon. On the first Thursday of each month, Avalon opens its teen space to tweens for a low-key afternoon of video games, board games, art-making, and 3D design. It&#39;s a chance for ages 10 to 19 to preview...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Field Museum. This professional development workshop for educators uses a pivotal moment in labor history to model inquiry-based teaching. Hosted by the Field Museum at Pullman National Historical Park on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Merlo. Beatmaking Basics offers high school teens a hands-on introduction to building beats from scratch in a real recording studio. Led by Renzell, owner of Studio Shapes, the session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. An afternoon STEAM activity for kids ages 6 and up and their families at the Greater Grand Crossing branch: children make their own bouncing balls while exploring basic materials science. The session...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Manning Library. A Friday-morning workshop at Manning for adults who want to trade autopilot snacking for more intentional eating. Led by community health educator Sonia Lopez from Illinois Extension, the session...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A free monthly yoga session at the Richard M. Daley Branch, led by instructors from Collective Yoga Coop, an LGBTQ+ and BIPOC-forward studio. The class meets on Saturday, November 7, from 10 to 11...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Silent Read-In is exactly what it sounds like: an hour of quiet, communal reading for adults who would rather make progress on their book than make small talk. The event takes place Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Walker Library. The Walker hosts a screening of *Hidden Figures* (2016), the historical drama about three Black women mathematicians whose work at NASA was essential to the early space program. The film balances...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at West Loop. A Saturday morning book club for early readers at the West Loop branch, centered on David LaRochelle&#39;s *See the Cat*. The group meets November 7 from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, with milk and cookies on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A book club discussion of *Whalefall* by Daniel Kraus, a survival thriller about a free diver swallowed by a sperm whale while grappling with grief for his father. The group meets at Lincoln Belmont...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Walker Library. A Sunday afternoon screening of Christopher Nolan&#39;s *Interstellar* (2014, 169 minutes, PG-13) at the Walker branch library, part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season exploring Samantha Harvey&#39;s...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at King Library. King Branch hosts a Sunday afternoon screening of *Project Hail Mary* (2026), the sci-fi film where an amnesiac astronaut races to save humanity from a solar crisis. The 156-minute PG-13 movie starts...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A monthly rug-making workshop at Wrightwood-Ashburn, held every second Monday and led by Envision Unlimited, a local organization that supports adults with disabilities. On Monday, November 9, from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Manning Library. A Certified Dementia Practitioner from RUSH University leads this training for caregivers, covering the types and stages of dementia with practical guidance on supporting a loved one while protecting...</description>
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      <title>Leaf it to Us: A Plant Swap in Austin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Austin. A plant swap for all ages and experience levels at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library on Tuesday, November 10, from 3:00 to 5:30 PM. Bring cuttings, full plants, or just your curiosity —...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Hegewisch. Fritz Pollard — a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach in 1921 — gets a focused spotlight in this library workshop at Hegewisch on Tuesday, November 10 from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A weekly STEAM club for kids ages 6 to 13, with rotating activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The session meets on Tuesday, November 10, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Sulzer...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. WTTW Kids brings a guided learning program to Oriole Park on Tuesday evening, November 10, from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, featuring PBS Kids characters for preschoolers ages 3 to 5. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Design and decorate a paper lantern with stars and planets, lit with battery-powered fairy lights, at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. library. This Tuesday evening, November 10, from 6 to 7 PM, the...</description>
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      <title>Write at CPL: Character, Emotion, and Suspense</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Brighton Park. The Write at CPL workshop series continues at Brighton Park on Tuesday evening, November 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, this time focusing on the craft of character, emotion, and suspense. Led by...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Austin. The Cookbook Club meets monthly at the Austin branch, where participants pick a recipe from a featured cookbook, make it at home, and bring it in to share. The Wednesday, November 11 gathering runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Humboldt Park. Fritz Pollard, a Chicago-born Lane Tech graduate, became the first African American head coach in NFL history in 1921, and this workshop at Humboldt Park on Wednesday, November 11, from 6 to 7 PM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at West Town. The Tween Book Bedazzling Party at the West Town library offers a crafty afternoon for kids 10 to 13 on Wednesday, November 11, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Participants bedazzle book covers with gems while...</description>
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      <title>Artist Talk: Hyejeong Kim—The Journeying Potter</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Fullerton Hall. Hyejeong Kim traces a clear line from the raw clay on the wheel to the finished ceramic object. In a Thursday evening talk starting at 6:00 PM on November 12 at Fullerton Hall, she&#39;ll walk through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A hands-on archery workshop for teens 13 to 18, taught by an instructor who covers stance, safe handling, aiming, and shooting technique. No prior experience needed — just bring your focus. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free, hands-on workshop for high school teens at the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, November 12, from 4:00 to 5:15 PM. Local FL Studio expert Immy walks participants through the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Independence. A watercolor workshop for ages 6 and up, inspired by the work of Indigenous author-illustrator Michaela Goade. Participants draw a nature-themed prompt from a bowl and use it to guide a painting,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Mayfair. A Friday afternoon screening of the 1985 sci-fi adventure *Explorers*, in which three teenage friends build a homemade spacecraft and encounter an alien whose understanding of Earth comes entirely...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A community resource event at Hamilton Park in Englewood on Saturday, November 14, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, offering free children&#39;s coats and haircuts alongside information on local services. Hosted...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Austin. Reading Came First is a monthly book club hosted by rapper, librarian, and Rapbrary founder Roy Kinsey, meeting at the Austin branch on Saturday, November 14, from 10 AM to noon. Each session...</description>
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      <title>Meet Chester Commodore: Drawing and Illustration 101</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at West Town. Led by artist Anthony Fowler Jr., this workshop at West Town explores the work of Chester Commodore, the influential African American cartoonist whose decades-long run in the Chicago Defender helped...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center. City Civics Day turns the Chicago Cultural Center into a hands-on crash course in how the city actually works, with workshops and talks aimed at demystifying local government, budgeting, and...</description>
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      <title>Young Reader’s Book Club: The Lion of Mars</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A book club for ages 8 to 13 that uses a science fiction story as a springboard into real space science and open-ended conversation. The group discusses *The Lion of Mars* on Sunday, November 15,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly book club at Sulzer Regional for kids ages 6 to 12 that reads two picture books from the current year and then lets participants discuss both the writing and the illustrations before...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. This book club gives teens a chance to read books before they hit the shelves. The group meets on Monday, November 16, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the Harold Washington Library Center in the Loop, with a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A story time designed for the youngest readers and their caregivers at Vodak-East Side, mixing songs, rhymes, books, and bubbles for the first 30 minutes, followed by 30 minutes of sensory-rich...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. This workshop at Sulzer Regional teaches teens in high school how to press flowers and turn them into faux-resin keychains. All materials are provided, and the session runs Tuesday, November 17, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Beatmaking Basics gives high school teens a hands-on introduction to building tracks from the ground up, led by Renzell, the owner of Studio Shapes. The session takes place Tuesday, November 17, from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. The Gradient is a sharp, darkly funny satire from playwright Steph Del Rosso, presented by Campfire Repertory Theatre at Hamilton Park in Englewood. The play follows Tess, a new employee at a...</description>
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      <title>Watch Party: OBOC Finale with Samantha Harvey, author of Orbital</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. The Portage-Cragin branch hosts a watch party for the One Book, One Chicago finale, where attendees gather to view a livestreamed conversation between *Orbital* author Samantha Harvey and Booklist’s...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. The Gradient is a darkly funny satire by Steph Del Rosso that asks what happens when accountability becomes a business. In the play, men accused of sexual misconduct enter a futuristic rehabilitation...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A focused primer on how a sewing machine actually works, held at the Harold Washington Library Center on Friday, November 20, from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. The class covers the machine&#39;s anatomy — feed dogs,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Millennium Park, Chase Promenade North. The Millennium Park Holiday Market returns to the Chase Promenade North for a three-day run starting Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22. Hours are noon to 8 PM on Friday and Saturday,...</description>
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      <title>Meet: Fritz Pollard - The Fredrick Douglass of Football – Make a Team Pennant</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A workshop at the Mount Greenwood branch of the Chicago Public Library spotlights Fritz Pollard, a Chicago native and Lane Tech graduate who became the NFL&#39;s first Black head coach in 1921. On...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Toy Story 5 (2026)</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A family-friendly screening of *Toy Story 5* at the Chicago Bee library branch on Saturday, November 21, at 2:00 PM. In this latest installment, Woody, Buzz, and the gang face a new challenge from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Edgebrook. A cooking demo focused on Thanksgiving sides, led by Cheryl Knecht from Schoolhouse Kitchen &amp; Studio. She&#39;ll share recipes and tips for three side dishes that pair well with any main course, with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Little Village. A Saturday afternoon workshop at the Little Village branch that teaches practical legal English for situations like traffic stops, tenant issues, workplace rights, and medical communication. Led by...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A breakout game at Jefferson Park on Sunday afternoon, November 22, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, designed for kids ages 10 to 13. The premise: after a trip to the library, participants find themselves...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Loyola Park. Holiday Teen Basketball Jam brings together teams from different communities for organized basketball play at Loyola Park. The event, presented by Operation Basketball, runs Monday, November 23, from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine for teens, run by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops. On Monday, November 23, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM at Ellis Park,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, held at Rowan Park on the east side. Coaches from across the city watch participants run drills and show...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Sing Street (2016)</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Belmont. A free screening of *Sing Street* — a 2016 coming-of-age story set in 1985 Dublin, where a 14-year-old boy and his misfit friends start a glam-rock band and make music videos to impress the girl he&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A screening of Alfonso Cuarón&#39;s *Gravity* (2013, PG-13, 91 minutes), part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season tied to Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital*. The film plays Monday afternoon, November 23,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Roden Library. The adult book discussion group at the Roden branch meets on Tuesday evening, November 24, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM to talk about Ann Patchett&#39;s *Tom Lake*. The novel follows Lara, who tells her adult...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. A holiday-week basketball tournament for teens, organized by Operation Basketball, brings teams from different communities to Russell Square Park for an afternoon of competition. The games run...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest lands at Carver Park on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3 PM, giving teens 13 to 18 a focused afternoon to run drills and scrimmage for coaches from across the city....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, co-hosted by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops. Participants run drills and scrimmage in front of...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Austin. A free screening of the 1993 comedy *Addams Family Values* (rated PG-13, 100 minutes) at the Austin branch library on Wednesday, November 25, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The film follows the goth-adjacent...</description>
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      <title>Chinatown Cultural Reads: My Dear You by Rachel Khong</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Chinatown. Chinatown Cultural Reads continues its monthly book club series with a discussion of Rachel Khong&#39;s *My Dear You*, a story collection that takes on dating, ambition, and what it means to be an Asian...</description>
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      <title>ISAC Short Class: Imagining and Re-Imagining Homer</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Online. The ISAC Short Class &#34;Imagining and Re-Imagining Homer&#34; is a four-week pre-recorded lecture series that considers how Homer&#39;s *Iliad* and *Odyssey* have been interpreted and reinterpreted through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Avalon. On the first Thursday of each month, Avalon opens its teen space to tweens for an afternoon of video games, board games, art projects, and even 3D printing design. It&#39;s a low-key chance for younger...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A dedicated quiet reading hour for adults at the Harold Washington Library Center, designed for anyone who wants to make progress on their reading goals in a shared, low-pressure setting. Bring your...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Roden Library. A Medicare 101 presentation led by Norwood Park resident Nancy De Lira, a Medicare Teacher, covering the basics for anyone turning 65, already enrolled but unclear on options, or helping senior...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Mayfair. Jazzman Ray brings a holiday concert to the Mayfair on Saturday, December 5, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, performing familiar seasonal songs and weaving in stories between tunes. The program is geared...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Avalon. An early reader book club at the Avalon branch of the Chicago Public Library, designed for students in grades K through 3 (ages 5 to 9). Participants read the book together, talk about its themes,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Archer Heights. The new monthly Crime Book Club at Archer Heights starts with Colson Whitehead&#39;s *Harlem Shuffle*, a novel that moves between a family saga, a morality play, and a love letter to 1960s Harlem. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Roden Library. A hands-on LEGO robotics workshop for students in grades 4 to 6, using the SPIKE Prime kit to build, test, and program a robot as a team. No prior coding experience is needed, though participants...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Concert Featuring Francisco Romero</title>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Archer Heights. Francisco Romero, a Nicaraguan guitarist, performs a holiday concert of classic and Latin music at Archer Heights on Saturday, December 12, at 3:00 PM. The 60-minute program is a low-key seasonal...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Page to Screen Book Club at Lincoln Belmont meets on Saturday, December 12, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM to discuss Kazuo Ishiguro&#39;s &#34;Klara and the Sun.&#34; The novel follows an Artificial Friend purchased...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. The 6th Ward Alderman William Hall sponsors a holiday gathering at Hamilton Park on Saturday, December 19, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, offering free toys for children, light refreshments, and a chance...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A simple winter-themed drop-off event at Green Briar Park for kids ages 6 to 11, with cookie decorating, snowflake painting, hot cocoa, and crafts. It runs Saturday, December 19, from noon to 2 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A holiday celebration with Santa at Sherwood Park in Englewood on Saturday, December 19, from noon to 3 PM. The afternoon includes toys, dessert, live music, dance, and arts and crafts — a low-key,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Swim with Santa at Mann Park on Tuesday, December 22, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM — a chance to splash around the pool while holiday activities run alongside. Families with younger kids should note that...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 31, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A New Year&#39;s Eve celebration designed for families with young children who aren&#39;t staying up until midnight. The Lincoln Park Cultural Center hosts a daytime party on Thursday, December 31, from...</description>
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      <title>Comic Book Roundtable: The Spider-Verse</title>
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      <description>Saturday, July 3, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly book club for adult comic fans turns its focus to the sprawling Spider-Verse on Saturday, July 3, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM at Sulzer Regional. The discussion covers the many Spider-Heroes...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Commercial Club Park. Ms. Mary leads songs, rhymes, and books for little ones in the fresh air of Commercial Club Park on Wednesday morning, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. Geared to children five and under with a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A drop-in morning at Gage Park&#39;s Harvest Garden, where toddlers between 18 months and 4 years can dig, water, plant seeds, or read a story alongside their caregiver. Park staff set out the activity...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at West Town. A practical workshop at the West Town branch of the Chicago Public Library, hosted by an Alzheimer’s Association representative, covering the financial realities of caregiving and why early planning...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Windy City Bird Lab brings hands-on ornithology to the Vodak-East Side library, where kids and families can examine real bird artifacts — feathers, eggs, skulls, and talons — then sculpt their own...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. Get a taste of preschool with your toddler at the Garfield Ridge branch: this 45-minute early education program uses songs, puzzles, bingo dabbers, crafts, and basic scissor-and-glue work to...</description>
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      <title>Avalon Grooves: Salsa Dance Lesson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Avalon. Learn salsa basics at the Avalon branch of the Chicago Public Library as part of Latine Heritage Month. Instructors from Desueño Dance lead a one-hour session on Wednesday, October 7, from 6:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Wonder Wednesday at Thurgood Marshall Library gives kids ages 3 to 13 a structured hour of games, crafts, and activities on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. This week&#39;s project is making...</description>
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      <title>Spooky DIY Day: Plushie Taxidermy Craft</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Gage Park. A spooky-season craft for kids and teens, this workshop at Gage Park teaches the art of plushie taxidermy — upcycling stuffed animal heads onto wall plaques and decorating them in your own style. All...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Sulzer Regional on Wednesday evening, October 7, from 6:00 to 6:45 PM for a guided learning session aimed at building school readiness in young...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at King Library. A space-themed story time for the youngest set, designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The session on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the King branch includes...</description>
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      <description> at Rogers Park. Teen Time offers a rotating weekly schedule for teens at Rogers Park, with activities changing each Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. The first week focuses on art making, the second on the Silhouette...</description>
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      <description> at Portage-Cragin. A twice-weekly English language course at Portage-Cragin that focuses on practical, everyday communication — talking with supervisors, children’s teachers, neighbors, and doctors. Classes are...</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. A weekly Spanish conversation group meets at the Blackstone library every Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, open to everyone from beginners to native speakers. The session is community-led and...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A free certification workshop at Harold Washington Library Center for teens 14 to 18 who want to use the YOUmedia recording studio. The session on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM covers...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. A 20-minute interactive story time at Sulzer Regional designed for babies who haven’t started walking yet, with stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces tailored to the youngest listeners. The...</description>
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      <description> at Austin-Irving. A 10-session hands-on computer course for older adults with little or no tech experience, co-sponsored by Austin-Irving Library and Windy City Seniors. Using AARP&#39;s Senior Planet curriculum,...</description>
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      <description> at Little Italy. Pokémon Club gives kids a regular weekly hangout for everything Pokémon, led by Miss Taylor at the library’s Little Italy branch. Each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, there’s a themed...</description>
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      <title>Filmmaking 101: Chat with a Filmmaker</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Austin. Filmmaker Erin Turney leads this beginner-friendly workshop series at the Austin venue, covering camera basics, framing, lighting, interviewing, and how to capture meaningful moments on screen. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Independence. The Cookie Club at Independence Library is a low-key, kids-only book club that meets Thursday, October 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The premise is simple: readers 6 and up spend an hour with whatever...</description>
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      <title>Sensory STEAM with the Forest Preserves of Cook County</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Beverly. Sensory STEAM with the Forest Preserves of Cook County brings hands-on science and art exploration designed for families with kids ages 2 and up. The program uses experiments and crafts to introduce...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A resume-writing workshop held at the Chicago Bee&#39;s Teen Space for teens ages 15 to 19. The session covers the basics of building a first resume, from formatting to content, with librarians on hand...</description>
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      <title>The Thursday Night Supper Club: Discover a Recipe, Cook and Share</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Roden Library. The Thursday Night Supper Club at Roden is a book club with a culinary twist: each month, participants pick a recipe tied to a theme, cook it at home, and bring the finished dish to share with the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A weekly DIY self-care workshop series for teens ages 10 to 19, meeting Thursday evenings from 5 to 7 PM at Chicago Lawn throughout October. Each session focuses on a different craft to take home:...</description>
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      <description> at Back of the Yards. GED prep sessions with UIC’s Center for Literacy meet at the Back of the Yards branch on Thursday evening, October 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The class builds skills for the GED subject tests and...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. A GED science preparation workshop, run in Spanish with the UIC Center for Literacy at the Little Village branch on Thursday, October 8, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. This is not a drop-in session —...</description>
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      <description> at Douglass. A weekly gaming drop-in at the Douglass library branch gives teens 13 to 19 a chance to play video games or table-top games on Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5 PM. The library provides video game...</description>
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      <description> at Merlo. Baby Time at Merlo on Thursday, October 8 offers a 30-minute story session built around adult-child bonding, followed by an optional 10-minute play period. The 10:30 AM slot is one of two identical...</description>
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      <description> at Dunning. A weekly story time at the Dunning branch pairs songs, rhymes, and books with a half hour of open play afterward. Aimed at kids from birth to 5 and their caregivers, the session runs Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Edgewater. The No Book Club meets the second Friday of each month at the Edgewater library branch, offering a low-key alternative to traditional book clubs: instead of everyone reading the same title, attendees...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at West Belmont. The West Belmont Library hosts a monthly LEGO® Club on the second Friday of each month, this time on Friday, October 9, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Bring your imagination — the library supplies the bricks....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Merlo. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the 2024 sequel to the original, screens Friday afternoon, October 9, from 2 to 4 PM at the Merlo branch as part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The PG-13...</description>
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      <description> at Toman Library. LEGO® Club at Toman on Friday afternoon, October 9, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, is a drop-in building session for the whole family. Bring kids ages 3 to 13 (with an adult) to create from the library’s...</description>
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      <description> at North Austin. Licensed instructor Dena Taylor leads a seated Zumba workout at the North Austin branch on Friday, October 9, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The class uses a chair for modified dance moves and may include a...</description>
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      <description> at Vodak-East Side. A conversational English practice group meets at the Vodak-East Side library, presented in partnership with Literacy Chicago. The sessions focus on lively discussions about current events and life in...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Forward Chicago runs a monthly Repair Cafe on the second Saturday of each month at Sulzer Regional, with the next session on Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to noon. Volunteers can mend jewelry, sew...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A monthly Braille literacy discussion and reading circle for members of the Chicago Public Library Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center. The October session meets Saturday from 11:00 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Roden Library. A LEGO Robotics and Coding Workshop at the Roden branch on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, gives kids in grades 4 through 6 a hands-on introduction to programming and engineering....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at South Shore. The Early Reader Book Club at the South Shore branch wraps up its school-year run on Saturday, October 10, from 11 AM to noon. Designed for kids ages 3 to 8 who are just starting to read...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Walker Library. A screening of *Apollo 13* (rated PG, 139 minutes) anchors the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, which this year explores Samantha Harvey&#39;s novel *Orbital*. The film recounts the 1970 lunar...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Toman Library. A drop-in fiber arts club for knitters, crocheters, and embroiderers meets at the Toman library on Saturday afternoon, October 10, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Bring your own supplies and current project to...</description>
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      <title>Community Yoga with Collective Yoga Co-Op</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Community Yoga with Collective Yoga Co-Op meets on third Saturdays at the Chicago Public Library Lincoln Park Branch, with the next session on Saturday, October 10, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Led by...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Avalon. The Avalon Cookbook Club gathers on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM to discuss *AMMAZZA!*, this season’s pick tied to One Book One Chicago. The book follows Hillary’s approach to Italian...</description>
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      <title>Wycinanki: The Art of Polish Paper Cutouts</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Clearing. At Clearing, Polish American artist Grace Bazylewski—a practitioner and teacher of wycinanki for over 35 years—leads a hands-on workshop in the intricate folk art of Polish paper cutouts....</description>
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      <title>Write at CPL: Going Deep on Point of View</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Write at CPL brings a fall workshop series to the Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport library, presented with Story Studio and aimed at aspiring authors. This session, led by Serena Simpson, goes deep on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Albany Park. A free afternoon screening of Steven Spielberg&#39;s *A.I. Artificial Intelligence* (2001), part of the library&#39;s informal A.I. Awareness Month programming. The film follows a robotic boy&#39;s quest to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at North Pulaski. A free, drop-in style crafting session at the North Pulaski library where kids 3 to 13 can turn cardboard and tape into whatever they dream up — think Halloween costumes, a haunted house, or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A monthly board game session at the Lincoln Belmont branch, where a teen volunteer teaches the rules of a featured game and helps players get a round going. It&#39;s a low-key way to try something new...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Manning Library. Poets at any level can bring work-in-progress to this Saturday afternoon critique session at the Manning branch. The group runs from 3:00 to 4:30 PM on October 10, structured around kind, generative...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at West Loop. The Mad Hatters, a project of the Junior League of Chicago, lead a story time at the West Loop branch on Saturday, October 10, from 11 AM to noon. They use hats and props to act out favorite books,...</description>
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      <description> at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A weekly public speaking workshop hosted by the Wrightwood-Ashburn Overcomers Toastmasters Club, in partnership with the local library branch. The group meets in person at Wrightwood-Ashburn on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. The Sunday Market at Jefferson Memorial Park returns on October 11 for one of its final outings of the season, running from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. This is a straightforward farmers market with live...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Oriole Park. Family Flicks brings a free, family-friendly screening of Disney’s 1997 animated *Hercules* to Oriole Park on Sunday afternoon, October 11, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The film follows the Greek...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A space-themed story time for young children at Garfield Ridge, part of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s One Story Time, One Chicago series. Kids ages 2 to 6 will read, sing, and talk about stars and...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Independence. A film screening of the 2025 dystopian thriller *Long Walk*, set in a near-future where 100 teenage boys compete in a deadly endurance contest. The film follows the grim premise: maintain a walking...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A free introductory Dungeons &amp; Dragons session at the Jefferson Park branch leads a group through the basics over two hours. The Monday, October 12 afternoon program starts with an overview, the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A documentary screening at the Vodak branch explores the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in South Chicago, which lost 12 parishioners in the Vietnam War—more than any other parish in...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Avalon. A Monday afternoon screening of the 2026 film *Project Hail Mary* at the Avalon branch, part of the Community Cinema series tied to the One Book, One Chicago season. The movie runs 156 minutes, is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Austin. A free story time for kids ages 8 to 13 at the Austin branch, where the focus is on what makes scary tales work. The workshop runs Monday, October 12, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, with a fake campfire...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mayfair. A free, subtitled screening of the 2006 animated spooky-comedy *Monster House* at the Mayfair library branch, part of Chicago&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film follows three teens who suspect their...</description>
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      <title>Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day Real Ones Read: Saints of the Household</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Chinatown. A low-stakes book club that does not require reading the book in advance, timed for Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day. On Monday, October 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, participants gather in Chinatown to read...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Toman Library. A painting and soundbath workshop at Toman on Monday evening, October 12, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, designed as a reflective way to honor a loved one. Participants paint a photo frame while sound healer...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. An after-school literacy program at Gage Park that meets every Monday from 4 to 5 PM, rotating between group popcorn reading, word games, and one-on-one help. After the reading portion, the group...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Merlo. A hands-on certification session for teens in grades 7 through 12 who want to learn the basics of sound recording in Logic Pro and how to use studio equipment at Merlo. The workshop on Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at South Shore. Teenagers 13 to 19 can decorate paper mache pumpkins at the South Shore library on Tuesday, October 13, from 5 to 6 PM. The group votes on the best design, and the winner takes home a $15 Roblox gift...</description>
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      <title>College Finances: Financial Aid and More with Ladder Up</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Chinatown. Ladder Up leads a practical workshop for high school students and their guardians on managing college finances. The session covers FAFSA completion, decoding award letters, navigating student loans,...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Obsession (2026)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A free afternoon screening of the romantic thriller *Obsession* (2026) at Thurgood Marshall Library. After a hopeless romantic breaks a magical willow branch to win his crush&#39;s heart, he discovers...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Brainerd. A free afternoon screening of *Project Hail Mary* (2026), the science-fiction adaptation starring astronaut Ryland Grace as he wakes from a coma with amnesia and gradually pieces together his mission...</description>
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      <title>What&#39;s On My Ballot?</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A drop-in session at the Humboldt Park Branch to get familiar with your sample ballot ahead of the November 3 General Election. Staff will help you view and print your ballot, and show you how to...</description>
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      <title>Movie Screening: The Addams Family (2019)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. A free screening of *The Addams Family* (2019) brings the animated, macabre clan to the big screen at the Bucktown-Wicker Park branch. The 86-minute, PG-rated film follows the family as they relocate...</description>
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      <title>DIY Crafts for Adults: Polish Paper Cut-Outs (Wycinanki)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A hands-on craft session where adults learn the traditional Polish art of wycinanki, creating colorful decorative paper cut-outs to take home. The program meets at the Chicago Lawn branch on Tuesday,...</description>
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      <title>Make a Pendant or Keychain with the 3D Printer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. At the Harold Washington Library Center’s Maker Lab, you can design your own keychain or pendant using Tinkercad, then watch your creation come to life on a 3D printer. The workshop runs Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Teen Sewing Hour at Harold Washington Library Center shifts to costume mode this October. On Tuesday, October 13, from 4 to 5 PM, the drop-in program for high school teens ages 13 to 19 offers sewing...</description>
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      <description> at South Chicago. A free, no-pressure computer basics workshop at the South Chicago library on Tuesday, October 13, from 11 AM to noon. The session covers the absolute fundamentals: booting up, using a mouse, and...</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. Play Along Tuesdays at Blackstone offers a rotating slate of creative afternoons every Tuesday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The first Tuesday is gaming day with video, tabletop, and card games; the second...</description>
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      <title>Music For Self-Care: Share A Favorite Song!</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Rogers Park. Music for Self-Care is a monthly song club that works like a book club but with tracks instead of chapters. On Wednesday, October 14, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Rogers Park, attendees bring one favorite...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Austin. The Cookbook Club is a monthly gathering where community members pick a recipe from a featured cookbook, cook it at home, and bring the finished dish to share. On Wednesday, October 14, from 6:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. An early education program for children 18 months to 3 years old, held at the Garfield Ridge branch on Wednesday, October 14, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The 45-minute session covers letters, numbers,...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Altgeld. A vampire film set in an Iranian ghost town gets a free screening at the Altgeld library. *A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night* (2014) follows a lonely vampire stalking the worst residents of Bad City,...</description>
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      <title>Pre-Halloween Craft Day</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A casual drop-in craft session at the Obama Presidential Center, where kids 3 and up can make Halloween-inspired projects to take home. Families can create, color, cut, and decorate at their own pace...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Beverly. Art with Viv offers tweens and teens in grades 5 through 12 a chance to draw their favorite Pokémon under the guidance of artist Viv Valdez, with all supplies provided. The session runs Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at McKinley Park. Ty Yamamoto teaches three basic origami patterns — cranes, flowers, and boxes — in a hands-on workshop for tweens 9 to 13 at McKinley Park. Supplies and snacks are provided, and participants can...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A workshop on collecting, cleaning, and growing native plants from seed, led by Conservation@Home and Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists. It&#39;s a practical session for anyone...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Renfield (2023)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A free, midweek matinee screening of the 2023 horror-comedy *Renfield*, in which Nicolas Cage plays Dracula and his long-suffering familiar finally tries to break free. The film runs 93 minutes and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Blackstone Library. A Super Smash Bros tournament at the Blackstone branch&#39;s YOUMedia space, running on a Nintendo Switch. Players square off in two- to four-person matches, with the last one standing advancing to the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Little Village. Coffee and Connections / Café y Conexiones is a drop-in afternoon at the Little Village branch library on Wednesday, October 14, from noon to 3 PM, pairing coffee with information about library...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Immigrant (2013)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lozano Library. A screening of *The Immigrant* (2013), a drama about a Polish woman separated from her sister at Ellis Island and forced into prostitution in 1921 New York, with a running time of 120 minutes and an...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. A bilingual story time at the Little Village branch, designed for children up to age five and their caregivers. The 45-minute session on Wednesday, October 14, beginning at 11:00 AM, mixes songs,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Legler Regional. A weekly support group for teen parents and expectant parents ages 14 to 19, meeting at Legler Regional on Thursday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The group offers a confidential space to talk...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A Dungeons &amp; Dragons session for kids 8 to 14, where a team of heroes takes on monsters together. The game runs Thursday evening, October 15, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Mount Greenwood library....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A free afternoon screening of the 2003 action-horror film *Underworld*, in which a vampire warrior (Kate Beckinsale) finds herself caught between a centuries-old war with werewolves and a human who...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Austin. A music-focused alternative to a book club: each attendee brings one favorite track to play for the group, then walks everyone through why it matters to them. The conversation covers reactions,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Gage Park. A free screening of *The Addams Family 2* (2021) brings the family’s haunted camper road trip to Gage Park on Thursday evening, October 15, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. The animated sequel follows Morticia...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. Medicare 101 is a practical primer for anyone approaching 65, already on Medicare but unsure of their options, or helping older parents navigate the system. Medicare Teacher Nancy De Lira, a Norwood...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Nosferatu (2024)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Robert Eggers&#39; reimagining of the silent vampire classic screens at Sulzer Regional Library, a gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying creature infatuated with her....</description>
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      <description> at McKinley Park. The McKinley Park LEGO® Club meets Thursday afternoon, October 15, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, with bricks and materials provided. Kids ages 6 to 13 can take on a design challenge or build freely....</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: McFarland, USA (2018)</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Back of the Yards. The Back of the Yards staff hosts a free screening of *McFarland, USA*, the 2018 Disney film based on the true story of a cross-country team from an economically challenged California town. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A Friday afternoon matinee of Ridley Scott&#39;s 1979 sci-fi horror classic, screening at the Harold Washington Library Center. A commercial spaceship crew investigates a signal from a distant moon and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. At the Harold Washington Library Center, this hands-on workshop introduces the basics of bioplastic design using renewable, plant-based ingredients. Participants mix, cast, and experiment with...</description>
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      <description> at Chinatown. A bi-weekly playgroup for children who speak Mandarin or Cantonese, meeting Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in Chinatown. The group is designed to help kids ages 0 to 5 build confidence in their home...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Uptown. The Uptown Branch Adult Book Club meets on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss *Clear* by Carys Davies — a novel about a 19th-century Scottish minister sent to evict a hermit, only...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at West Pullman. Poets United hosts an open mic on Saturday afternoon, October 17, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM at the West Pullman venue. The event welcomes poets, musicians, spoken word artists, and anyone who wants to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. An afternoon for teen audiobook fans to gather with fellow listeners, work on a craft, and swap recommendations. The program at Little Village on Saturday, October 17, from 1 to 3 PM sets out...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Merlo. A 60-minute introductory workshop on reading tarot cards, led by lifelong practitioner ViVi at Merlo&#39;s YOUmedia. The session is designed for teens in grades 7 through 12 who want to explore...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Scottsdale. An easy, low-commitment Saturday activity for kids in the Ashburn area: the Scottsdale venue hosts an afternoon craft session on October 17, 2 to 4 PM, with a Halloween theme. Participants ages 6 to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A Halloween craft workshop led by Cris from Artful Kreaccions, held Saturday, October 17 from 11 AM to 1 PM at the Back of the Yards location. Participants work on seasonal projects in a drop-in...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A story time for preschoolers at the Obama Presidential Center, featuring songs, rhymes, books, and take-home activity suggestions for kids ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The session takes place...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Scottsdale. Club de Libros en Español meets Saturday morning, October 17, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM to discuss *El poder del espejo* by Louise Hay, with the conversation conducted entirely in Spanish. The group...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Legler Regional. A cooking and nutrition workshop at Legler Regional on Saturday, October 17, from 1 to 4 PM, where participants prepare and eat three meals together while learning about chronic disease prevention....</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at West Lawn. The West Lawn branch runs Sunday matinee films for the whole family at 2:00 PM on October 18, an easy, indoor option for a quiet weekend afternoon. This screening shows films in English with Spanish...</description>
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      <title>Folklore Beauty of Brothers Grimm</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Michael Haas leads a lecture at Sulzer Regional Library on the folklore beauty of the Brothers Grimm, tracing how the tales&#39; settings—winding roads, meandering rivers, deep forests, and medieval...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A Dungeons &amp; Dragons club for kids ages 10 to 13, hosted at the Lincoln Belmont library on Sunday, October 18, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The group runs entry-level campaigns, so players with any amount...</description>
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      <title>Jewelry Repair &amp; Upcycled Fashion with Joy Joshua</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Give old or broken jewelry and accessories a second life at this hands-on workshop with designer Joy Joshua at Jeffery Manor. The Sunday, October 18 session runs from 1:30 to 3:30 PM and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Edgewater. A 30-minute music class for the youngest listeners, led by teaching artist Miss Ruby. She brings experience from Chicago Children&#39;s Theatre and PlayMakers Laboratory to a session of songs, scarves,...</description>
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      <title>Monday Matinee: Ready or Not (2019)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Edgewater. This Monday afternoon, October 19, the Edgewater Branch turns its Community Cinema over to the darkly comic horror *Ready or Not* (2019). The 95-minute film follows a bride whose wedding night takes...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The Teen Art Club sets up in Humboldt Park on Monday, October 19, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM for a drop-in costume workshop aimed at students in grades 6 to 12. Bring a project you’ve started, or come with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Anime Monday fills the Chicago Bee&#39;s teen space every week from 6 to 7 PM, with October&#39;s programming dedicated to Season 1 of *Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood* (2016). It&#39;s a low-key hangout for...</description>
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      <description> at Bezazian Library. Science Club at Bezazian on Monday, October 19, from 4 to 5 PM, gives kids 6 to 13 a weekly spot for hands-on STEAM activities — expect stories, crafts, and experiments that blend science with art....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Legler Regional. For younger kids who need one last burst of activity before settling in for the night, Pajama Story Time at Legler Regional offers a low-key evening option. The Tuesday, October 20 program runs from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Logan Square. Homeschooling families will find a low-key, practical meet-up at the Logan Square library branch on Tuesday, October 20, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. The session covers library resources—getting a card,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A free Medicare 101 information session at Woodson Regional, led by Yosef Parks, that breaks down the basics of the federal health insurance program for older adults. The presentation covers the...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The First Omen (2024)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at South Shore. At South Shore, the library hosts a free screening of *The First Omen*, the 2024 horror prequel following a young American woman in Rome whose path to religious service collides with a malevolent...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Kelly Library. A family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Kelly branch in Englewood, with pumpkin painting, a costume contest, Halloween games, and snacks on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 20, from 4:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at South Chicago. A free, hands-on art workshop for ages 6 to 13 at the South Chicago branch, where kids can paint, sculpt, and create their own puzzle-inspired masterpiece. The session runs Tuesday, October 20, from...</description>
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      <title>Benefits Access Support with Hunger Free America</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Manning Library. A free informational session and benefits screening hosted by Hunger Free America at the Manning branch on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. A social services project assistant will walk...</description>
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      <title>Classic Film Screening: The Innocents (1961)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Rogers Park. A screening of Jack Clayton&#39;s 1961 horror film *The Innocents*, a psychosexually charged adaptation of Henry James&#39;s *The Turn of the Screw*. Deborah Kerr plays a governess who grows convinced that...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free workshop at Harold Washington Library Center that pairs genealogy research with a hands-on craft. Special Collections staff will show teens and adults 14 and up how to find information about...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Austin-Irving Branch hosts its adult book club for a discussion of Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*, the Booker Prize–winning novel that follows astronauts aboard the International Space Station. A...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A low-key, no-reading-required book club for poetry: this listening circle at Harold Washington Library Center plays an episode of the podcast *Poetry Unbound*, hosted by Pádraig Ó Tuama, then opens...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Austin. A free screening of *Obsession* (2026), a Focus Features thriller in which a hopeless romantic who breaks a mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart gets exactly what he asked for — and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at West Pullman. Create a bookmark that doubles as a reading light, with glowing eyes on a spooky creature to brighten up dark reading sessions. The workshop introduces basic circuits while participants build their...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. Kids ages 6 to 13 can drop by Wrightwood-Ashburn on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00 to 6:15 PM to make their own mini fall-shaped soaps. Supplies are limited and handed out first come, first served,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). Adulting 101 is a practical three-part workshop series for teens and young adults 16 to 24, covering the kind of real-world skills that rarely come with a manual. The Wednesday, October 21 session,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A competitive boxing exhibition at Brooks Park on Thursday evening, October 22, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, featuring youth boxers from the park&#39;s program going head-to-head with peers from other Chicago...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Hall. A free civic workshop designed to demystify how zoning and land use actually shape Chicago neighborhoods, aimed at residents who want to understand the process well enough to participate in it. On...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Nature Club heads to Welles Park on Thursday afternoon, October 22, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM for a tree identification walk led by a forestry specialist from the Openlands Treekeeper program. Designed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A free afternoon screening of *Underworld: Evolution*, the 2006 sequel in which vampire warrior Selene traces the origins of the ancient war between vampires and werewolves. The film runs 106 minutes...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Electric vehicles get a practical, no-nonsense breakdown in this session led by Tom Coleman of Climate Reality Chicago. The hour covers how total cost of ownership actually works — maintenance, fuel...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at The Plant. Trivia Night with Back of the Yards brings a mix of surprise categories to The Plant on Thursday evening, October 22, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Teams of one to four players compete for bragging rights...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019)</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Back of the Yards hosts a free screening of *Pokémon Detective Pikachu* (2019), the live-action adventure that follows Tim as he teams up with his late father&#39;s wisecracking Pikachu partner to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Austin. A community clothing and item swap at the Austin branch, where you can drop off unwanted belongings and take home something new-to-you, no money involved. The event runs Friday, October 23, from 3:00...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Northerly Island Park. Golden Hour at Northerly Island offers a hands-on evening of nature art, gardening, and community at the park&#39;s visitor center grounds. Participants get their hands dirty in the garden beds, then...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Edgewater. Spry Society brings a conversational history hour to the Edgewater branch on Friday, October 23, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, led by local septuagenarians Steve Bellinger and Sue Garvey. The discussion and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Go Run Chicago is a community running series organized by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago Park District, designed to get neighbors moving and meeting each other in local parks....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at West Lawn. A family-friendly LEGO Club at the West Lawn branch teaches kids about Dr. Leonidas Berry, a pioneering physician and founding organizer of the Flying Black Medics. Participants build a model plane...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Dunning. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to a guided, storybook-style learning session for preschoolers ages 3 to 5, held on Saturday, October 24, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. Developed with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly tabletop RPG meetup for adults at Sulzer Regional Library, currently running a campaign in the Savage Worlds Adventure Edition system. No experience is necessary, and all materials are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Independence. A free screening of *Minions &amp; Monsters*, the third installment in the Minions spin-off series and the seventh film overall in the *Despicable Me* franchise. The 90-minute, PG-rated movie plays at...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Kelly Library. Medicare Teacher Nancy De Lira, a Norwood Park resident, leads this free presentation at the Kelly library branch in Englewood on Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session covers the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. Tween DIY Crafts puts the creative decisions in kids&#39; hands — volunteer tweens run craft stations where attendees choose their own projects, with peer assistance available and snacks provided. The...</description>
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      <description> at Greater Grand Crossing. Crochet Club 4 All meets the fourth Saturday of each month at the Greater Grand Crossing library, with the next session on Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Participants learn basic crochet...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Scottsdale. Weekend Cinema brings a family-friendly classic to the library on Sunday afternoon, October 25, from 1:30 to 4:00 PM. Casper (1995) follows the friendly ghost’s attempts to befriend a 12-year-old...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The Cookbook Club at the Daley-Bridgeport Library meets this month to cook through Sean Sherman&#39;s _The Sioux Chef&#39;s Indigenous Kitchen_. The premise is straightforward: pick one recipe from the book,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A documentary screening at the Chicago History Museum explores Carl Sagan&#39;s legacy and his famous reflection on the cosmos. The film runs on Sunday, October 25, at 5:30 PM, offering an evening for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Branch’s monthly Literary Lounge Book Club turns toward magical realism this October, with Louise Erdrich’s *The Sentence* as the anchor text. The novel follows an Ojibwe woman working...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The Teen Art Club at Humboldt Park&#39;s YOUmedia space focuses on special effects this Monday, October 26, from 4 to 6 PM — expect fake blood, hearts, and other gruesome but harmless props for tweens...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Anime Monday at the Chicago Bee Teen Space is a weekly drop-in screening running 6 to 7 PM, with October dedicated to FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: BROTHERHOOD (2016), Season 1. The vibe is low-key: watch the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Obama Presidential Center screens a 2019 concert special celebrating Dolly Parton’s five decades as a Grand Ole Opry member. Recorded live in Nashville, the 75-minute program features...</description>
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      <description> at Uptown. A story time for babies ages 0 to 18 months and their caregivers at the Uptown branch, led by Ms. My. The Monday morning session on October 26 from 11 AM to noon includes short stories, songs,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Ms. Anna from the Vodak-East Side Branch leads a nature-themed story time at Big Marsh Park on Tuesday, October 27, from 11 AM to noon, followed by outdoor play and activities inside the Ford Calumet...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Logan Square. Homeschool Neighbors is an informal meet-up at the Logan Square branch for both new and experienced homeschooling families. Attendees can learn about library resources, from getting a library card...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Manning Library. A practical session for older adults and their caregivers, led by the UIC Fall Prevention Lab, covering the risk factors behind falls and the evidence-based techniques that reduce them. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The adult book discussion at the Richard J. Daley-Bridgeport Library centers on Cristina Rivera Garza&#39;s *Liliana&#39;s Invincible Summer*, a genre-defying memoir tracing the life of the author&#39;s sister...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A teen-focused wreath-decorating session at Back of the Yards on Wednesday, October 28, from 4 to 5 PM, using the craft to mark Samhain and the shift between seasons. Materials are provided for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A book club for readers ages 8 to 13 that uses sci-fi as a springboard for talking about real space science. The October selection is *The Lion of Mars* by Jennifer L. Holm, with copies available at...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Spooky Spectacular brings a Halloween-themed afternoon to Thurgood Marshall on Wednesday, October 28, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The program features spooky stories, games, and crafts, with costumes...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Oriole Park. Tarot Cards at Oriole Park splits its Wednesday, October 28 program into two sessions, each aimed at a different audience. From 3:00 to 4:45 PM, tweens and teens can get their cards read. A second...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. S is for Spooky offers a low-key Halloween-themed morning for young children and their caregivers at Lincoln Belmont on Wednesday, October 28, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. The program mixes slightly scary...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at South Chicago. Wind Down Wednesday at South Chicago branch turns the library into a low-key bingo hall for adults on Wednesday, October 28, from 6 to 7 PM. Bring your game face for a chance at some prizes, no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Halloween in the Parks lands at Sheil Community Center Park on Thursday evening, October 29, with an indoor screening from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. Hot chocolate and popcorn are included, but the seating is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Branch of the Chicago Public Library hosts a Halloween-themed karaoke session on Thursday, October 29, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, with spooky songs, light refreshments, and costumes...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A campy 2002 creature feature gets a free afternoon screening at Sulzer Regional Library. In *Eight Legged Freaks*, toxic waste turns desert spiders into giants, and a small Arizona town’s survival...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Halloween Magic Mania at Haas Park gives kids ages 6 to 12 a chance to learn a few tricks of their own before watching a professional Halloween-themed magic show. The afternoon starts with a hands-on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. The Pottawattomie Park staff turns the park into a haunted house on Friday, October 30, from 4:30 to 7:30 PM, with sponsorship from Mars Wrigley. Open to ages 4 and up, this is a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. The Vittum Park fieldhouse hosts a Day of the Dead celebration on Friday, October 30, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, with altars honoring loved ones, craft activities, games, and face painting. It&#39;s a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Galewood Park. A low-key Halloween event for smaller kids at Galewood Park on Friday, October 30, from 4 to 6 PM, designed to be atmospheric without being frightening. Attendees ages 3 to 7 can come in costume and...</description>
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      <title>A &#34;Sinners&#34; Musical Journey: Delta to Chicago Blues with Vino Louden</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. On Friday afternoon, October 30, from 1 to 4:30 PM, Sulzer Regional Library hosts a program that connects the new Ryan Coogler film *Sinners* with the music history that shaped it. Musician Vino...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Rogers Park. A special Halloween edition of the library’s Friday family story time, held October 30 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM in Rogers Park. The hour includes Halloween-themed books and songs, plus a costume...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Craft Legacy (2020)</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Back of the Yards hosts a free screening of *The Craft Legacy*, Blumhouse’s 2020 continuation of the cult classic about four teenage witches whose newfound powers get out of hand. The 135-minute...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Mayfair. A free Halloween-afternoon screening of *Primate* (2026), the R-rated horror film about friends whose tropical vacation becomes a primal fight for survival. The 89-minute movie plays Friday, October...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Little Village. The Little Village Library hosts an all-day horror movie marathon on Friday, October 30, running from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The specific films haven&#39;t been announced yet and will be posted closer to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Edgebrook. The Little Boo Bash gives families with very young children a low-key Halloween celebration at the Edgebrook branch of the Chicago Public Library, running Saturday morning, October 31, from 10:30 AM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A free Halloween-afternoon screening of *Hocus Pocus* at the Chicago Bee branch, part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The 1995 Disney comedy follows three resurrected 17th-century...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Albany Park. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Albany Park for a guided, 45-minute workshop on Saturday morning, October 31, from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. Designed for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. An open studio program in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago invites families to create artwork inspired by images of togetherness from Romare Bearden, Mary Cassatt, and Suzuki Harunobu....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Middle School Makers is a three-session series that introduces kids 12 and up to the creative technology tools available at the library. The Tuesday, November 3 session from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Sulzer...</description>
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      <title>Wonder Wednesday: Macaroni Mayhem</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Wonder Wednesday at Thurgood Marshall Library offers a rotating hour of games, crafts, and activities for kids 3 to 13. On Wednesday, November 4, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, the session involves making...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Edgebrook. Edgebrook hosts a lunch-hour Space Game Day on Thursday, November 5, from 12 PM to 1 PM, where library staff teach everything from Star Trek Fluxx to Dune. Part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago...</description>
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      <title>Young &amp; Wealthy: Building Financial Power Early</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Kelly Library. A two-part financial literacy workshop for emerging adults aged 16 to 24, led by entrepreneur Corey Phillips at the Kelly branch. The session covers how mindset affects income, smart saving habits,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Walker Library. A screening of the 2016 sci-fi romance *Passengers*, in which two passengers on a long-haul colony ship wake up 90 years early and investigate the malfunction that roused them. The film runs 116...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Little Village. A poetry workshop led by Chicago Poet Laureate Mayda del Valle, focused on writing an “eL Cien”—a 100-word poem composed of five couplets of ten words each, meant to capture the sensory experience of...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Jefferson Park. At Jefferson Park on Saturday afternoon, November 7, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, tweens ages 10 to 13 can get hands-on with three different kinds of 3D making: operating the library’s 3D printer, designing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Edgebrook. A cookbook club meets at Edgebrook Branch&#39;s community room on Saturday, November 7, from 10:30 AM to noon, this time discussing Stacey Mei Yan Fong&#39;s *50 Pies, 50 States*. Participants browse the...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A developmental playgroup led by an occupational therapist and a speech-language pathologist, using movement and sensory activities to work on coordination, language, and feeding strategies for kids...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Toman Library. At Toman on Monday, November 9, from noon to 1 PM, families can drop in to build paper cup rockets that actually launch with rubber bands. Supplies and space are limited, so registration is required....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Senior Day Olympics at Gately Park on Tuesday, November 10, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (activities kick off at 10:00 AM) brings a full morning of low-key competition for adults 60 and up. The lineup...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). The Chicago Department of Public Health sets up at the Richard M. Daley branch on the second Tuesday of each month for free, no-appointment blood pressure screenings. Drop in on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at West Belmont. A monthly book club for tweens 8 to 13, this session tackles Jennifer L. Holm’s *The Lion of Mars*, a sci-fi story about a group of kids who have to take charge when the adults on their Mars colony...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series brings neighbors together at Strohacker (Howard) Park for an evening by the fire, a low-key way to see the park after dark and meet the people who live...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Edgewater. The No Book Club is exactly what it sounds like: no assigned reading, no pressure — just a chance to talk about whatever book you&#39;re currently into or a favorite you want to recommend. The group...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Forward Chicago runs a monthly Repair Cafe on the second Saturday of each month, including this November 14 session from 10 AM to noon at Sulzer Regional. Volunteers handle jewelry repairs, clothing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Beverly. The Beverly branch hosts a Saturday afternoon crocheting circle for anyone who stitches, or wants to learn how. From 2:00 to 3:30 PM on November 14, attendees can pick up stitches, patterns, and tips...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The ISAC Museum’s collection tour draws direct lines between its ancient artifacts and the stories of the Bible, offering context that a self-guided walk through the galleries rarely provides. The...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Little Italy. Kids ages 5 to 9 can practice reading aloud in a low-pressure setting with certified reading assistance dogs from SitStayRead, as part of Chicago Public Library&#39;s Jump into Reading initiative. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Budlong Woods hosts a low-key game night focused on board and card games that can be finished in a single sitting — think Flip 7, Rummikub, Scrabble, Chess, and Azul. If you have a favorite game you...</description>
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      <description> at Clearing. Teen Game Night at the Clearing branch gives teens ages 13 to 19 a chance to play on Nintendo Switch and Xbox 360 consoles, or pull out board and card games if video games aren&#39;t your thing. It runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My leads a family-friendly autumn program for children 0 to 7, blending fall stories with movement and glow-in-the-dark STEAM experiments. Kids explore leaves, pumpkins, light, and color through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Kelly Library. TikTok Tuesday turns the library into a social studio for tweens and teens, with a biweekly challenge format where participants perform and record videos while friends cheer them on. Each session...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Avalon. The Teen Librarian leads a discussion of Ari Tison&#39;s *Saints of the Household*, a novel about two Bribri American brothers navigating the aftermath of violence at home and at school. The group reads...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Lincoln Belmont branch hosts its thin book club discussion of Vincent Delecroix&#39;s *Small Boat*, a novel told from the perspective of the French navy officer who took the calls from a sinking...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Sulzer Regional Library book club gathers on Tuesday evening, November 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM to discuss Erin Morgenstern&#39;s *The Starless Sea*, a fantasy novel about a mysterious book, a hidden...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Chinatown. An open-studio art program for kids 6 to 13 at the Chinatown library, designed in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago. Participants create an artwork inspired by family togetherness scenes...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Toman Library. The OBOC Young Readers Club at Toman brings together kids ages 8 to 13 for a book club that pairs science fiction with real-world space science. On Wednesday, November 18, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, the...</description>
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      <title>Music For Self-Care: Share Your Favorite Song!</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Austin. A song club in the spirit of a book club, this monthly gathering at the Austin branch invites each attendee to bring one favorite track to play for the group. After each piece, the room goes around...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. Family Reading Night brings an annual statewide celebration to the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on Thursday, November 19, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The evening starts with a structured story time...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Merrimac Park. The annual senior holiday luncheon and dance at Merrimac Park brings together neighbors 60 and older for a midday celebration on Friday, November 20, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Expect a meal and music in a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Smart Museum of Art. The Smart Museum of Art stays open late on Friday, November 20, for a pajama-friendly story time aimed at children under five and their caregivers. The evening runs from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and pairs art...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A monthly book discussion at Budlong Woods, this session covers Shelby Van Pelt’s *Remarkably Bright Creatures*, the debut novel about a widow and a giant Pacific octopus whose unlikely friendship...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Uptown. The Uptown Branch Adult Book Club discusses Sloane Crosley&#39;s *Grief Is for People*, a memoir about losing a close friend to suicide that balances emotional weight with dark humor and sharp...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Independence. A free screening of Disney&#39;s *Moana* (rated PG, 115 minutes) at the Independence branch library, with English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. On Saturday, November 21, from 11:00 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The seed library at Humboldt Park needs help processing and sorting seeds into packets for the coming season, and volunteers of any age from 6 and up can stop by on Sunday, November 22, from 1:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Chinatown. A documentary screening of *Sugarcane* (2024), a 107-minute film that follows an investigation into unmarked graves at a former Indian residential school in Canada, revealing the forced assimilation...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Englewood. An evening of Nintendo Switch gaming for adults 18 and up, with snacks provided. The program runs Monday, November 23, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the West Englewood branch, offering a low-key chance to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. The Bucktown-Wicker Park branch hosts a screening of *Smoke Signals* (1998) for Native American Heritage Month, a film that follows a young man as he journeys to retrieve his estranged father&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A holiday-week basketball tournament for teens 13 to 18, hosted by Operation Basketball at Lindblom Park in Englewood. Teams from different neighborhoods face off in organized games on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A holiday-week basketball tournament for teens, with teams from different communities competing in organized games at Columbus Park. Operation Basketball runs the event on Monday, November 23, from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A holiday-week basketball jam for teens 13 to 17, hosted by Operation Basketball. Teams from different neighborhoods go head-to-head in organized play at Carver Park on Monday, November 23, from noon...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A Thanksgiving-week basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, organized by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops. Participants run drills and scrimmage in front of coaches from across the city at...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Kids 6 to 13 can search for hidden turkeys around the Jeffery Manor library on Tuesday afternoon, November 24, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. A parent or guardian must register using their own email address,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park team up for a basketball combine aimed at teens 13 to 18 who want to show their skills to coaches from across the city. The Fall Harvest Hoops Fest takes place...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park team up for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at West Pullman Park on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3 PM. The event is designed for teens 13 to 18 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Uptown. A gentle, high-energy Thanksgiving story time for families with children up to age 7, led by Ms. My at the Uptown branch. The hour includes warm seasonal stories, songs, and movement activities built...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A low-key Saturday morning option for crocheters at any skill level, from people who have never held a hook to those with projects in progress. Participants can pick up new stitches, patterns, tips,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Chinatown. The Literary Lounge Book Club at the Chinatown Branch is a low-key monthly option for adults 18 and up looking to broaden their reading habits. Each session explores a different genre, and this...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Clearing. Unwind and make something with zero pressure attached — this adult craft club at the Clearing library branch is explicitly about the process, not the product. No skills required, and the library...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. Kids ages 10 to 19 can make their own shiny Christmas ornaments using UV resin molds and decorations at Greater Grand Crossing on Thursday, December 3, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. All supplies are...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Meet in Gallery 125. Drop-In Sketching at the Art Institute offers a focused midday creative session inspired by Beatriz González&#39;s exhibition *In Series and Full Color*. On Thursday, December 3, from noon to 2 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A hands-on workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center where you mix ingredients to create your own bath bombs — suitable as a gift or just for fun. The Thursday, December 3 session runs from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Uptown. A cozy holiday read-aloud and craft session for beginning readers and their families, led by Ms. My at the Uptown branch on Saturday, December 5, from 3 to 4 PM. The program uses *You Read to Me, I...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A superhero-themed story time for the youngest library patrons, featuring songs, rhymes, and books at Sulzer Regional. Costumes are encouraged, so little ones can come dressed as their favorite hero...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Comic artist Gene Ha demonstrates how he turns a script into a finished comics page, storyboarding live in front of an audience at Sulzer Regional on Saturday afternoon, December 5, from 3 to 4 PM....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Logan Square. The Friends of the Logan Square Library hold their biggest fundraiser of the year at Logan Square on Saturday, December 5, with books for all ages and reading interests. The sale runs from noon until...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The YOUmedia Advisory Board gives 6th to 12th graders a direct say in what their library&#39;s teen space offers — from programming and book orders to displays and volunteer hours. The group meets once a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at King Library. Teen Maker Monday returns to the King branch on the first Monday of each month, and December 7&#39;s session runs from 3:00 to 5:30 PM with a focus on paper crafts: junk journaling, scrapbooking, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at North Pulaski. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings preschoolers and their grown-ups to North Pulaski for a guided, hands-on learning session featuring familiar WTTW Kids characters. Designed for kids 3 to 5, the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC). This one-hour professional development session at the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures helps K-12 teachers bring ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt into the classroom through object-based...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Edgebrook. A Grinch-themed scavenger hunt through the first floor of the Edgebrook library, where kids 4 to 13 can stop by the reference desk to pick up a list and track down hidden Grinches. The Monday evening...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Austin. A community plant swap at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library, where you can bring cuttings, full-grown plants, or just yourself to trade and talk shop with other plant people. Tuesday...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Crafting the Archives returns to the Harold Washington Library Center for a talavera-themed ornament decorating session on Wednesday, December 9, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Special Collections staff will...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Miss Benson&#39;s Beetle</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Walker Library. The Walker Branch&#39;s monthly adult book club meets on the second Thursday of each month, with the December 10 session from 6:30 to 7:30 PM focusing on Rachel Joyce&#39;s *Miss Benson&#39;s Beetle*. Copies of...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at West Belmont. The library provides the LEGO bricks, and kids ages 6 and up bring the imagination at this monthly building club. Creations stay on display in the library all month after the session. The Second...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Tots ages 4 to 9 jam out to holiday music in a high-energy dance fitness class at Morgan Park Sports Center. The class breaks down steps, moves to the beat, and works in cultural exploration...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Austin. The Reading Came First Book Club meets monthly at the Austin branch, hosted by rapper, librarian, and Rapbrary founder Roy Kinsey. Each session explores the connections between literature, music,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Monthly Stitch Circle at Budlong Woods library welcomes everyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, or cross-stitches to bring their current project and work alongside other makers. Sunday afternoon,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Low-Sensory Mornings at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry offer early access to the museum with dimmed lights, quieted sound, and limited capacity throughout spaces like the Idea Factory, Henry...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Merlo. A monthly meetup for anyone who works with their hands — knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, origami, or any other portable craft. Bring your own supplies and settle in with a group of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Caldecott Book Club at Sulzer Regional invites readers ages 6 to 12 to gather once a month from September through January, meeting on Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Each session features...</description>
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      <title>Hot Cocoa with Santa at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. Hot Cocoa with Santa at Valley Forge Park keeps the holiday magic low-key and geared toward the youngest visitors, with activities designed for kids 7 and under. The Monday evening event, December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Woodson Regional. Beatmaking Basics teaches high school teens how to build original rhythms from the ground up in a proper recording studio. Renzell, owner of Studio Shapes, leads the session at Woodson Regional on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Avalon. Robot Club at the Avalon branch lets kids ages 6 to 13 build a different kit-based robot each month — think bubble machines, doodle bots, and similar small STEM projects. The Wednesday, December 16...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center at the Chicago Public Library hosts a beginner-friendly workshop on how AI tools can support daily life for people experiencing visual disabilities....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My leads a glow-bright holiday story time at the Uptown library, with winter traditions from around the world told through stories, upbeat songs, and movement activities that center light,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The adult book discussion at the Harold Washington Library Center in the Loop covers Nita Prose’s *The Maid*, a mystery about a hotel maid who finds a dead body and must identify the killer. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at King Library. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to the King branch in Douglas for a 45-minute session designed for preschoolers. Kids ages 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult, can expect guided,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Rogers Park. A monthly open mic night at the Rogers Park branch, held the last Monday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The library recently upgraded its sound system, making it a decent spot to test out...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry runs winter break camps in two three-day sessions — the week of December 28 is the second option. Programming splits by grade: K through 3 can craft...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The monthly karaoke program at Harold Washington Library Center gives teens 14 to 18 a space to sing anything they want with friends. All genres and skill levels are welcome. It runs Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A monthly origami club for teens meets at the Chicago Bee&#39;s Teen Space, diving into the Japanese art of paper folding with seasonal themes. Materials, instructions, and snacks are provided for all...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, January 7, 2027 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to the Wrightwood-Ashburn library for a guided, play-based session focused on school readiness. Designed for kids 3 to 5 with an adult, the Thursday...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, January 21, 2027 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Wrightwood-Ashburn on Thursday morning, January 21, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, for a guided session aimed at building school readiness in kids ages 3...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, January 24, 2027 at Little Village. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings familiar PBS Kids characters to Little Village for a guided workshop aimed at preschoolers ages 3 to 5, each accompanied by an adult. The session focuses on school...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, April 3, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. The Comic Book Roundtable at Sulzer Regional shifts from spring blooms to something thornier this April, tackling Marvel’s Punisher, Frank Castle. The monthly meetup for adult comic fans (ages 18 and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Avalon. Milk and Cookies: Kids Book Club brings early readers in grades K through 3 together at the Avalon branch to read a book aloud, talk through themes, and play a related game. Cookies and milk are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chinatown. A free family film screening at the Chinatown branch, showing *Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween* (PG, 90 minutes) on Saturday, October 10, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The plot follows three friends racing...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry hosts World of Genomics on Sunday, October 11, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, a hands-on science fair where visitors of any age can play genetics-themed games,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A sewing workshop at the Back of the Yards branch, where kids ages 3 to 13 learn the basics of machine sewing. The librarian pre-sews a project, then children complete it by hand using kid-safe...</description>
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      <description> at Gage Park. Make your own sticker or iron-on heat transfer design using a Cricut machine at this workshop for adults 18 and up. All supplies are provided. The session runs Saturday, October 17, from 1:15 to 2:30...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Uptown. Ms. My leads a hands-on paper-craft workshop at the Uptown branch on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, where kids ages 6 and up (with a caregiver) can cut, fold, and glue their way through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Rogers Park. A free screening of the 1995 Thanksgiving comedy *Home for the Holidays* at the Rogers Park branch. Holly Hunter stars as Claudia Larson, whose trip home after losing her job becomes a family ordeal...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. The Greater Grand Crossing branch of the Community Cinema series screens *Rain Man* (1988, rated R, 128 minutes) on Friday, November 27, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. The plot follows a self-centered man who...</description>
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      <title>Nature Oasis: Community Bonfire at Clark (Richard)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Clark (Richard) Park. The Nature Oasis Community Bonfire Series brings neighbors together at Clark (Richard) Park for an evening by firelight, with a chance to meet people nearby and learn about local wildlife. The...</description>
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      <title>To Be Remembered: Woven Matters of the Heart</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 21, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms, 2nd Floor North. To Be Remembered: Woven Matters of the Heart is a long-running exhibition at the Chicago Cultural Center, filling the Chicago Rooms on the second floor with textile-based work. The show runs from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Indian Road Park. An early childhood instructional program at Indian Road Park in Norwood Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 to December 3, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Bradley Park, offering seasonal sports training for young participants. Sessions run Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 9, 2026...</description>
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      <description> at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics session for early childhood, held Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM at McKinley Gymnastics Center. The program runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly brick-building club for early childhood at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The instruction-based program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Norwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM. Runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Tot Spot at Lincoln is a drop-in morning for early childhood at Lincoln Park – Cultural Center. The program meets on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open table tennis for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Olympia Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Olympia Park, held on Mondays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, excluding October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A tumbling class for young children at McKiernan Park in Mount Greenwood, meeting Mondays from 1 to 2 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program skips October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Haas Park, meeting Mondays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 14 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A free, multi-week sports program for young children with and without intellectual disabilities, held Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at Washington Park. The session runs September 19 through...</description>
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      <description> at Ridge Park. A Level II swim class for early childhood participants at Ridge Park, meeting Mondays from 11 AM to noon, September 21 through December 7. The session skips October 12, October 26, and November 23....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Portage Park. Tiny Tot Swim Level I is an early childhood swim instruction program at Portage Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM from September 22 through December 8. The class does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Travel to Japan with the Consulate-General of Japan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Japan Information Center at the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago leads a talk on travel to Japan at Harold Washington Library Center. The session covers a brief history of Japan and...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Hoppers (2026)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A free outdoor screening of Pixar&#39;s *Hoppers* (2026), the studio&#39;s latest animated feature about a young animal lover who uses technology to communicate with beavers. The film runs 105 minutes and is...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Canaryville. A drop-in LEGO Club at Canaryville on Wednesday evening, October 7, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, offering open play time with the library&#39;s brick collection. Geared toward kids age 3 and up and their...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at South Chicago. Teens Open Art Studio gives teens a space to work with painting, drawing, and bracelet-making supplies, with the option to take finished pieces home or display them in the teen space. The program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Walker Library. Board Game Wednesdays at the Walker branch offers a low-key, drop-in afternoon of tabletop games and socializing for tweens and teens ages 10 to 19. It runs Wednesday, October 7, from 3:00 to 5:00...</description>
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      <description> at Little Italy. A weekly knit and crochet circle meets Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Little Italy. Bring your own project or work on a group project; beginners are welcome and can get help starting out....</description>
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      <description> at Roden Library. A weekly story time at the Roden branch, designed for the youngest readers and their caregivers. The Wednesday morning session, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, weaves together stories, songs, and playtime to...</description>
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      <description> at Beverly. A weekly fiber arts gathering at the Beverly branch, open to anyone working on crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, or other hand stitching. The group meets on Wednesdays from 12:30...</description>
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      <description> at Jefferson Park. Preschool Story Time brings songs, rhymes, books, and a simple craft activity to Jefferson Park on Wednesday morning, October 7, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. The session is designed for children ages 3 to...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. A weekly story time for the youngest listeners, led by Miss Evelyn at the West Loop branch on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. Designed for kids ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, the...</description>
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      <description> at Merlo. LEGO Club offers kids ages 4 to 13 a chance to build from a design prompt or follow their own ideas. LEGO bricks are provided, and finished creations stay on display at the library for a week...</description>
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      <description> at Edgewater. Mr. Chris leads a story time for toddlers and preschoolers at the Edgewater branch, blending songs, rhymes, fingerplays, books, and movement into a 10:30 AM session on Wednesday, October 7. The...</description>
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      <description> at Brighton Park. At Brighton Park on Wednesday evening, October 7, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, this active story time for toddlers 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers blends songs, stories, and hands-on activities...</description>
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      <description> at Northtown. Family Story Time brings books, songs, and rhymes together for a low-key morning at the Northtown branch. Aimed at children from birth to age five and their caregivers, this Wednesday, October 7,...</description>
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      <description> at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A weekly LEGO® building session at the Richard J. Daley Branch in Bridgeport, where kids ages 5 to 10 can work with the library&#39;s collection of bricks. It runs on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to...</description>
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      <description> at King Library. A low-key morning story time at the King branch for children 2 to 5 with an adult. The hour includes stories and songs, followed by time for coloring, crafts, or open play. This Wednesday, October 7,...</description>
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      <description> at Sputnik Coffee Company. A bilingual story time for children 0 to 5 and their caregivers, hosted by the Back of the Yards Branch staff at Sputnik Coffee Company. The Wednesday morning session, from 11 AM to noon on October...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Fuller Park hosts a youth boxing exhibition on Thursday evening, October 8, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, where young boxers from the Chicago Park District’s programs face off against peers from other parks....</description>
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      <title>Mystery Book Club - How to Solve Your Own Murder</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Logan Square. The Logan Square branch hosts a book club discussion of Kristen Perrin’s *How to Solve Your Own Murder* on Thursday, October 8, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Copies of the current selection are available at...</description>
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      <title>After School Craft: Shrinky Dink Charms</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Humboldt Park. An after-school craft session at Humboldt Park where kids 6 and up design Shrinky Dink charms, drawing or tracing a shape then watching it bake into a durable keychain, phone accessory, or shoelace...</description>
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      <title>Book Discussion: Orbital</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Hegewisch. A book discussion of Samantha Harvey&#39;s *Orbital* at the Hegewisch branch. The Thursday evening conversation, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, is open to anyone who has read the book; copies are available to...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Archer Heights. A space-themed story time for young explorers at the Archer Heights branch, blending reading, singing, and conversation about stars and our planet. After the stories, kids can work on a space-themed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Little Italy. Ms. Hailey leads a story time for the library’s littlest patrons, with songs, rhymes, books, and free play afterward. For babies ages 0 to 2 and their caregivers. It takes place Thursday, October 8,...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. Sulzer Regional hosts a weekly story time for babies and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes, and books led by children&#39;s librarians. The 25-minute session on Thursday, October 8, from 10:30 to...</description>
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      <description> at Near North. Teen Zone at the Near North branch is a twice-weekly hangout for teens, with games, crafts, and unstructured social time. The program runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description> at Legler Regional. LEGO Club at Legler Regional gives kids ages 6 and up a weekly building session on Thursday afternoons from 3 to 4 PM. Participants can tackle a suggested challenge or build freely with the library&#39;s...</description>
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      <title>Teen Vibez: Crafting, Gaming and Hanging Out</title>
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      <description> at Chicago Lawn. Teen Vibez is a low-key drop-in program at the Chicago Lawn library for anyone ages 10 to 19, running Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Tinker with a 3D printer, Cricut vinyl cutter, Nintendo Switch, or...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. A 25-minute story time for babies and their caregivers at the West Loop branch on Thursday, October 8, from 12:30 to 1:00 PM. Miss Evelyn leads songs, rhymes, and books, plus introduces simple...</description>
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      <description> at Near North. A weekly story time at the Near North branch for toddlers ages 2 to 3, built around read-aloud books, songs, and movement activities. The librarian also shares early-literacy tips for the grown-ups....</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. Chess Club at Blackstone brings together players of all skill levels for open play, game analysis, and tactical challenges. Whether you&#39;re learning the basics or looking to sharpen your strategy, the...</description>
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      <description> at Chinatown. Family Story Time at the Chinatown branch combines songs, stories, and play to support pre-literacy development for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The program runs Thursday, October 8,...</description>
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      <description> at Thurgood Marshall. A weekly story time led by Ms. Lina at the Thurgood Marshall library, featuring songs, rhymes, and books for the youngest listeners. Aimed at kids from birth to age 5 and their caregivers, the...</description>
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      <title>Power Up Thursdays</title>
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      <description> at Merlo. Power Up Thursdays turns the Merlo branch into a casual gaming hangout for teens in grades 7 through 12. Drop in on Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 PM to play Nintendo Switch or competitive...</description>
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      <description> at Vodak-East Side. Preschool Story Time at Vodak-East Side pairs songs, rhymes, and books with a hands-on activity for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The program runs Thursday morning, October 8, from 10:30...</description>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. Think and Tinker Thursday&#39;s is a recurring drop-in STEM and crafts program at the Kelly library in Englewood, designed for kids 6 and up (younger children with an adult). On alternating Thursday...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Legler Regional. The Field Museum brings specimens and activity stations to Legler Regional on the second Friday of each month for Field Adventures, an after-school program that blends science, art, and hands-on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A screening of the animated film *Coco* (2017, PG, 105 minutes) at Bosley Park on Friday evening, October 9, from 7:00 to 8:45 PM. The movie follows aspiring musician Miguel as he journeys into the...</description>
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      <description> at West Town. A low-key after-school option for teens 13 to 19: the West Town branch opens up its space for Nintendo Switch gaming on Friday, October 9, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM. Titles on hand include Super Smash...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A 30-minute story time followed by 30 minutes of free building play at the Harold Washington Library Center on Friday, October 9, from 10 to 11 AM. The program is designed for kids ages 2 to 5 and...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Drop-In Gaming Hours returns to the Chicago Bee Teen Space each Friday, including October 9, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Two consoles and gaming laptops are set up with titles including NBA2K, Mario Kart,...</description>
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      <description> at Clearing. Mahjong Club meets at the Clearing library on Friday, October 9, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM. Players gather for a casual afternoon of the classic tile-based game, which originated in 19th-century China....</description>
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      <description> at Rogers Park. A weekly story time at the Rogers Park branch, led by Ms. Catherine with stories, rhymes, and songs designed for the youngest listeners and their grown-ups. It runs Friday morning, October 9, from...</description>
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      <description> at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A free, drop-in screening of *The Golden Girls* at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch, part of the library&#39;s Flashback Fridays series. On Friday, October 9, from 10 AM to 2 PM, the loop will run episodes...</description>
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      <title>RiverLab: Intermediate Paddle at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A paddle on the Chicago River for canoeists who can handle wind, chop, and boat wakes: the Chicago Park District’s RiverLab program leads an intermediate-level outing from Ping Tom Memorial Park on...</description>
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      <title>Cook by the Book Discussion: Snackable Bakes</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Edgebrook. A monthly cookbook club at the Edgebrook library where participants bake from Jessie Sheehan&#39;s *Snackable Bakes* and bring the results to discuss. The group meets Saturday, October 10, from 10:30 AM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Cris from Artful Kreaccions leads a Halloween craft workshop at the Back of the Yards location, taking place Saturday, October 10 from 11 AM to 1 PM. Participants work on seasonal projects in a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago Bee. The Chicago Bee hosts a free family screening of the 2021 animated musical &#34;Vivo&#34; on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The film follows an adventurous capuchin monkey on a journey from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A family-friendly screening of the 2026 animated feature *The Super Mario Galaxy Movie*, where Mario trades the Mushroom Kingdom for cosmic adventures across space. The film runs 98 minutes and is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A Medicare teacher leads a straightforward, no-sales-pitch workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday, October 10, from noon to 1 PM. The session covers the ABCDs of Medicare —...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Canaryville. The Addams Family (1991) screens at the Canaryville branch on Saturday, October 10, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, as part of the Community Cinema series that brings library screenings across Chicago. Barry...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: The Henna Artist</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Merlo. The Merlo Branch Adult Book Club discusses Alka Joshi’s *The Henna Artist*, a novel about a seventeen-year-old escaping an abusive marriage who becomes a sought-after henna artist to Jaipur’s upper...</description>
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      <description> at Legler Regional. Saturday Story Time at Legler Regional is a weekly gathering for families with young children, built around songs, rhymes, and picture books, with activity ideas to take home. The one-hour session on...</description>
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      <description> at ISAC Museum. A docent-led tour of the ISAC Museum&#39;s ancient-world collections, offered every Saturday at 1:30 PM with a few holiday exceptions. The tour lasts about an hour, meets in the museum lobby, and...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Avalon. Twisted Threads is a monthly fiber arts meetup for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and anyone else who works with yarn or thread. The group gathers on the second Sunday of each month, including...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Archer Heights. A screening of the 1985 film *Clue* at the Archer Heights branch, part of the library&#39;s series celebrating Tim Curry&#39;s legacy. The board-game-turned-comedy-mystery follows six strangers who gather at...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at West Lawn. A Sunday afternoon film screening for the whole family at the West Lawn branch, with movies shown in English and Spanish subtitles. Accessibility subtitles for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers are...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Cursive Club at Thurgood Marshall gives kids ages 8 to 13 a low-pressure way to learn a skill that&#39;s becoming rarer by the year — handwriting in cursive. On Sunday, October 11 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A Pokémon-themed drop-in for kids 5 and up and their caregivers at Budlong Woods on Sunday, October 11, from 2 to 3 PM. Expect crafts, games, and casual talk about Pokémon with other trainers —...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Pullman. The new Ghostbusters sequel plays at the Pullman branch on Sunday afternoon, October 11, at 2 PM, as part of the library&#39;s Community Cinema series. The 115-minute, PG-13 film brings the Spengler...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A monthly rug-making workshop at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch, held the second Monday of each month (beginning October 12) from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. Envision Unlimited, a local organization supporting...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Simple Stitches Crochet Club at the Austin-Irving branch is a low-key weekly gathering for anyone who works with yarn. Bring a project you’re already stitching or come to learn basic...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Art Afternoon is a low-key drop-in session at Lincoln Belmont on Monday, October 12, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The event opens with a picture-book biography of an artist — this time highlighting a Latine...</description>
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      <title>TV Screening: Twilight Zone (1959)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Twilight Zone airs for free at Jefferson Park on Monday afternoons, with classic episodes from the original 1959 run. Each week&#39;s 4:30 to 5:30 PM screening shows two of Rod Serling&#39;s intricately...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A casual drop-in play group for the youngest children, hosted by Mr. Tom at the Lincoln Park library. From 10:30 AM to noon on Monday, October 12, families with kids ages 6 months to 3 can explore...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Caldecott Book Club, for readers ages 6 to 12, meets once a month from September to January at Sulzer Regional. At each session, the group reads two picture books published this year and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park. An after-school LEGO building session for kids 7 and up at Lincoln Park, Monday, October 12, from 4 to 5 PM. Participants work through design challenges and free play with the library’s brick...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Humboldt Park. Teen Art Club brings pumpkin painting to Humboldt Park on Monday, October 12, from 4 to 6 PM — an outdoor craft session for grades 6 through 12. Pumpkins, paint, and supplies are provided while they...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Clearing. A Halloween-themed storytime and costume parade at the Clearing library, with spooky stories, games, and trick-or-treating through the building. Children ages 3 and up and their caregivers are...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Hegewisch. A weekly after-school drop-in from 3 to 5 PM on Monday, October 12, at the Hegewisch branch, where kids ages 6 to 13 can read, make a craft, or play a game. The library is leaning into the joy of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Cartwheels &amp; Crafts at Morgan Park Sports Center Park gives kids ages 5 to 9 a two-hour afternoon that mixes basic gymnastics — cartwheels, tumbling, games — with a hands-on craft project to take...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Canaryville. Canaryville hosts a free screening of the 1993 Disney Halloween classic &#34;Hocus Pocus&#34; on Monday, October 12, at 6:00 PM. Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy star as the resurrected...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Douglass. Kid Science Club is a weekly hands-on program at Douglass where kids ages 6 to 13 investigate a different STEM topic through experiments and activities. The Monday, October 12 session runs from 4:00...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Chicago Bee. The Chicago Bee Teen Space hosts a weekly anime screening every Monday from 6 to 7 PM, with October dedicated to *Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood* (2016), Season 1. It&#39;s a low-key hangout for teens...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A self-guided open studio program at Woodson Regional Library, sponsored by the Art Institute of Chicago. Kids ages 3 to 13 and their caregivers can use provided art supplies to experiment with...</description>
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      <description> at Little Italy. A weekly English conversation group for adult learners meets in Little Italy on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Each 90-minute session covers a different topic, offering a low-stakes way to...</description>
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      <description> at Roden Library. A weekly gathering at the Roden branch for anyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, or does other needlework. Bring your own project and spend Monday afternoon, October 12 from 1 to 3 PM, working...</description>
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      <description> at Little Italy. Mahjong Mondays at Little Italy offers a low-key afternoon for anyone curious about American Mahjong or looking for a regular game. No supplies or experience needed—players of all skill levels are...</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. LEGO Night at the Blackstone branch offers a low-key hands-on session for kids who like building with mini-bricks. Participants work through building challenges and get time for open-ended free play,...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. Tinkering Time is a drop-in crafting hour for young children and the adults who bring them, led by Mr. Victor at the West Loop location on Monday, October 12, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. All materials are...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Baby and Toddler Story Time at Vodak-East Side is a low-key morning for the youngest library patrons (ages 0 to 5) and their caregivers, built around songs, rhymes, books, and bubbles for the first...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Near North. A mindful-yoga series combining pranayama breathing, 30 minutes of gentle movement, and a closing body-scan meditation. This Tuesday, October 13 session runs from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Near North...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Plaza Huitzil. A model rocket launch and stargazing session at Plaza Huitzil, hosted by the library. The evening kicks off with a countdown and launches, followed by telescope viewing of the night sky. It runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Dunning. At the Dunning Branch, the Center for Disability &amp; Elder Law presents a Tuesday morning session on October 13 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, clarifying the legal tools of Power of Attorney for both property...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Canaryville. A relaxed drop-in art session at the Canaryville branch, led by a librarian who guides kids through a different medium each time. This Tuesday, October 13, from 3 to 5 PM, the focus is on stickers,...</description>
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      <description> at Logan Square. Tuesday Night Bridge Club meets at the Logan Square branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, open to all skill levels. If you already enjoy Hearts or Spades, this is a natural next step....</description>
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      <description> at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. YOUmedia Open Shop offers a low-key drop-in space for teens 13 to 19 at Whitney M. Young, Jr. in Chatham, running Tuesday evening, October 13, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. The idea is straightforward: bring...</description>
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      <description> at Altgeld. Children ages 0 to 5 can settle in for stories, songs, and simple activities at Altgeld on Tuesday, October 13, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. An adult stays with the child, though older siblings are...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. A weekly puzzle hour at the Chicago Bee library, where Miss Krystal sets out a fresh puzzle for kids 6 to 13 to work on together. The group meets Tuesday, October 13, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, aiming to...</description>
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      <description> at North Austin. A creative writing group for anyone who writes — fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or song lyrics — meeting over Zoom on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Participants share their work and...</description>
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      <description> at Avalon. A straightforward weekly screening of the Brain Health Series at the Avalon branch on Tuesday mornings, October 13, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The videos cover cognitive, sensory, social-emotional,...</description>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. Make It Tuesdays brings a drop-in art program to the Kelly branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Kids ages 6 to 11 can paint, build, and create a project to take home, or just hang out...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at West Town. On Wednesday, October 14, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, a Certified Dementia Practitioner from RUSH University leads a training session in West Town aimed at people caring for someone with dementia....</description>
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      <title>Tween Scene: Spooky Monster Stitch-Up Edition</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Austin. A creative workshop for tweens where the goal is to design and stitch up a custom monster, learning basic hand-sewing and crocheting techniques along the way. The session runs Wednesday evening,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Toman Library. A free sugar-skull decorating workshop for tweens and teens ages 10 to 16 at the Toman branch, part of the library&#39;s Día de Los Muertos programming. Participants decorate their own calaveritas de...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Wonder Wednesday at Thurgood Marshall Library offers a straightforward hour of games, crafts, and activities aimed at kids ages 3 to 13. This week&#39;s session on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:30 to...</description>
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      <description> at Scottsdale. A weekly story time for toddlers and preschoolers at the Scottsdale branch, weaving together stories, nursery rhymes, puppets, and songs before opening up the floor for play with blocks, puzzles, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Ada Park hosts an amateur boxing exhibition on Thursday evening, October 15, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, where youth boxers from the park’s program face off against competitors from other Chicago Park...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A weekly LEGO free-play session at Sulzer Regional for kids ages 5 to 12, happening Thursday, October 15, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. No set builds or instructions—just open-ended construction and whatever...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Little Village. The Little Village library hosts an afternoon of hands-on textile crafting where teens create their own fabric squares to assemble into a community quilt. Prompts are available for those who want a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. A bilingual story time for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers, featuring books, songs, and movement in English and Spanish at the Portage-Cragin branch on Thursday, October 15, from 11 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Gage Park. A pumpkin painting session at Gage Park on Thursday, October 15, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, where each participant&#39;s work is automatically entered into a contest. The winning pumpkin earns a prize basket....</description>
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      <title>ESL Book Discussion: What is AI?</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The ESL Book Discussion at Harold Washington Library Center offers a low-key way to practice English reading and conversation skills. This month&#39;s group reads *What Is AI?* by Wes Locher, meeting in...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Family Game Night at the Whitney M. Young branch library on Thursday, October 15, from 5 to 7 PM, offers an easy, low-key evening of board games, snacks, and drinks. It&#39;s a straightforward community...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Back of the Yards. An engineering workshop for Halloween where kids build small catapults to launch candy at trick-or-treaters, hosted at Back of the Yards on Thursday, October 15, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The activity is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A creative writing workshop at the Budlong Woods Branch, led by writer Donna Pecore, invites adults of any experience level to write and share a poem, story, essay, or memoir. The session runs...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A journaling workshop at the Back of the Yards Branch aimed at emerging adults (16 to 24) who want to replace scrolling with something analog. The session on Friday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Go Run Chicago brings a structured, welcoming running experience to Garfield Park on Saturday morning, October 17, from 9 to 11 AM. Organized by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Legler Regional. A monthly gaming tournament for kids and families at Legler Regional, held this time on Saturday, October 17, from 2 to 4 PM. Each month features a different video game, so expect a new challenge for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at South Chicago. A free, low-key craft session at the South Chicago branch, where participants paint their own mandala bookmarks on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. No art experience is expected — just...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A drop-in craft session for families at the Harold Washington Library Center&#39;s children&#39;s area, happening Saturday, October 17, from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. Kids ages 3 and up can try out seasonal...</description>
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      <title>Tween Emoji Painting Workshop</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A low-key Saturday afternoon workshop at the Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport library where tweens ages 10 to 12 explore emotions through emoji painting. The hour-long session on October 17 starts at 3...</description>
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      <description> at Northtown. A biweekly, all-ages chess club meeting every other Saturday afternoon, with local chess coach Isaac Adams on hand each session to teach and advise. The program runs on Saturday, October 17 from 1:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens its entire building after dark for a member-only Halloween party on Saturday, October 17, from 4 to 10 PM. Costumes are encouraged for exploring the...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum offers a guided tour that connects its artifact collection to biblical history. The walkthrough covers links between the objects on display and...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Scream 7 (2026)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Kelly Library. The 2026 installment of the long-running horror franchise screens at Kelly on Sunday afternoon, October 18, from 2 to 4 PM. Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) is pulled back into the action when her...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Mayfair. The Mayfair Branch&#39;s cookbook club meets again on Sunday, October 18, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, this month working from *Delicious Tonight*. Pick a recipe from the book, make it at home, and bring it to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Jefferson Park hosts a weekly screening of *The Twilight Zone* (the original 1959 series) on Monday afternoons, with two episodes shown each week from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Rod Serling’s classic anthology...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Avalon. Teen Crafternoon at the Avalon library gives teens 13 to 19 a chance to make their own exfoliating body scrub, mixing salt or sugar with essential oils for a custom scent. The workshop runs Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Oriole Park. A paper-and-rubber-band rocket-building workshop for families, where participants decorate paper cups as rockets and launch them. The session takes place Monday evening, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:00...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Sulzer Regional branch hosts a Monday afternoon screening of Tobe Hooper&#39;s 1982 horror classic *Poltergeist*, in which a family&#39;s suburban home turns out to be built on a cemetery and their...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Teens in high school can make their own string-art Halloween decorations at the Harold Washington Library Center, working with designs like skulls, ghosts, or spiderwebs. The workshop runs Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A self-guided open studio program at Woodson Regional Library, sponsored by the Art Institute of Chicago. Kids ages 3 to 13 and their caregivers can use the supplied art materials to copy techniques...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A cozy early-evening story time at the Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport branch, designed for kids ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The Tuesday, October 20 session runs from 5:30 to 6:00 PM and includes...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at North Pulaski. An open craft session at the North Pulaski library gives adults a low-pressure space to draw, sketch, or paint alongside other creatives on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The library...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A hands-on workshop at Sulzer Regional where teens in high school can design their own t-shirt or tote bag using a sublimation printer. Bring an image or create one on-site; the library provides the...</description>
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      <title>The Scary Squad: Tween Advisory Board</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Legler Regional. The Scary Squad invites kids ages 10 to 13 in the Garfield Park area to help plan and run a Haunted Library celebration at Legler Regional. On Tuesday, October 20, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, the group...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center’s Winter Garden hosts a relaxed gathering for book clubs on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Expect refreshments, activities, and a few surprises for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Rogers Park. Little Readers Story Time brings Ms. Tara to Rogers Park on Tuesday, October 20, for a morning of songs, rhymes, books, and early literacy tips aimed at preschoolers ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Middle School Makers is a three-part series at Sulzer Regional that gives kids 12 and up a chance to work with the library&#39;s maker equipment. This session focuses on 3D printing: participants learn...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Kelly Library. A beatmaking workshop for high school teens, led by Renzell of Studio Shapes. Participants learn to build beats from scratch using the recording studio at the Kelly branch in Englewood. The session...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Backyard Story Time moves outdoors to the library&#39;s back yard on Tuesday, October 20, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, while the community room is used for early voting. It&#39;s a combined story time for babies,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Near North. This mindful yoga series blends breathwork, gentle movement, and a closing body scan meditation into a single 45-minute session. Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM, the class begins with a pranayama...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A ballet and jazz dance instruction program for youth at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:25 PM, running October 20 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 and...</description>
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      <description> at Greater Grand Crossing. Preschool Story Time brings songs, rhymes, and books for the youngest readers and their caregivers at the Greater Grand Crossing branch. &#34;The Library Lady&#34; leads the Tuesday morning session from...</description>
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      <description> at Wrightwood-Ashburn. The Knit and Crochet Circle at Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library meets on the first and third Tuesday afternoons of each month, with the next session on Tuesday, October 20, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM....</description>
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      <title>Vendor Networking Event at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center/Fieldhouse. The Chicago Park District hosts a series of vendor information sessions for businesses interested in working with the city&#39;s park system. The South Shore Cultural Center stop on Wednesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Commercial Club Park. Ms. Mary leads songs, rhymes, and books for children ages 5 and under with a caregiver in Commercial Club Park on Wednesday morning, October 21, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. The program takes place...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at West Belmont. Kids in first through third grade get their own after-school book club at the West Belmont branch of the Chicago Public Library. On Wednesday, October 21, from 4 to 5 PM, participants read a book...</description>
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      <title>Families Together: Mixed Media</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Chinatown. A self-guided open studio program at the Chinatown library invites kids ages 6 to 13 to make art inspired by family togetherness, with reference images from Romare Bearden, Mary Cassatt, and Suzuki...</description>
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      <title>Kids&#39; Sewing Craft</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A sewing workshop for kids ages 3 to 13, held Wednesday, October 21, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the Back of the Yards. Participants learn machine-sewing basics with a pre-sewn project provided by the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Canaryville. STEAM Time brings science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities to Canaryville on Wednesday, October 21, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Kids ages 7 to 12 can build, create, and explore through...</description>
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      <title>Pumpkin Painting for Teens</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Teens 13 to 18 can stop by the teen space at Chicago Bee on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM to paint and take home a fall pumpkin. Supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Canaryville. A workshop for teens 10 to 18 at Canaryville where a simple drawing becomes a wearable keychain or pair of earrings. The process uses Shrinky Dinks — draw, bake, and watch your design shrink into a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at North Austin. A low-key painting session at the North Austin branch on Wednesday, October 21, from 5 to 7 PM, designed for anyone who wants to unwind at the end of the day. All supplies and templates are provided,...</description>
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      <title>Move Smart, Feel Strong: Cardio and Mindful Movement</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Hegewisch. An hour-long workshop at Hegewisch on Wednesday afternoon, October 21, from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, focused on simple exercises to build strength, mobility, and confidence as the shorter, colder days set...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: The Warsaw Orphan</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A monthly book discussion at the Harold Washington Library Center, this session focuses on Kelly Rimmer’s *The Warsaw Orphan*, a historical novel set in 1942 Warsaw where a young woman’s friendship...</description>
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      <title>Under the Dome Concert</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Preston Bradley Hall. Under the Dome is a live concert series inside the Chicago Cultural Center’s Preston Bradley Hall, a space known as much for its stained-glass dome as for its acoustics. The Thursday, October 22...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Gage Park. Guest artist Genesis leads this Day of the Dead craft workshop at Gage Park, where participants decorate their own sugar skulls to take home. The session runs Thursday, October 22, from 5:00 to 6:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Douglass. Madhatters Story Time at the Douglass branch brings classic children&#39;s books to life with a live performance of *The Paper Bag Princess*, *The Magic Hat*, and *We’re Going on a Bear Hunt*, plus poems...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Gage Park. A free workshop at Gage Park that teaches the basics of TinkerCad, a browser-based 3D modeling program. Over 90 minutes on Saturday, October 24, starting at 1:00 PM, participants design a simple...</description>
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      <title>Ghostly Gatherings: Create Your Own Paranormal Portrait</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Edgebrook. A craft workshop for kids 6 to 13 at the Edgebrook branch turns ghost drawing into a mixed-media project: friendly phantoms, wiggly shapes, and simple materials for a spooky portrait kids take home....</description>
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      <title>Scents of the Season: DIY Simmer Pot Kits</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Hall. An afternoon workshop at the Hall in Grand Boulevard where you assemble your own simmer pot kit with dried fruit, spices, and herbs. The session runs from 2 to 3 PM on Saturday, October 24, and you...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Canaryville. LEGO Club is a drop-in open play session at Canaryville on Saturday, October 24, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, where kids ages 3 and up and their families can build with the library&#39;s collection of LEGO...</description>
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      <title>October Adult Book Discussion: We Live Here Now</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. The October Adult Book Discussion at the Bucktown-Wicker Park branch tackles Sarah Pinborough&#39;s *We Live Here Now*, a gothic psychological thriller about a couple who move to an isolated estate only...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at North Austin. The North Austin branch hosts a free Saturday afternoon screening of Rian Johnson&#39;s 2019 whodunit, *Knives Out* (PG-13, 131 minutes). The plot follows detective Benoit Blanc investigating the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. This presentation and tabling session by the Know Your Rights group covers fundamental rights during encounters with immigration or law enforcement, how to assert them safely, and where to find...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago Center for Arts &amp; Technology. A free eight-week after-school program at the Chicago Center for Arts &amp; Technology in the Loop, Girls Build! invites sixth- through eighth-grade girls and girl-identifying youth to explore design,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. The Sunday Market at Jefferson Park brings a mix of local produce, meats, baked goods, dairy, prepared food, and specialty items to the park, paired with live music. It runs on the 2nd and 4th...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Oriole Park. A free Sunday matinee screening of *Dead Ringer* (1964), the Bette Davis double-role thriller about a woman who murders her twin sister and assumes her identity. The 115-minute film plays at Oriole...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Austin. Mr. Omar leads a story time aimed at families with children 13 and under who want a bit of Halloween atmosphere without actual scares. The Monday, October 26 session runs from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Rogers Park. LEGO free play at the Rogers Park library on Monday afternoon, October 26, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. This is a drop-in event for kids 4 and up (younger children welcome with an adult) to build with LEGO...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A three-part series on artificial intelligence and safety, starting with a discussion of the challenges and potential posed by the development and widespread use of AI. This first installment at...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Hegewisch. A gentle, low-key movement class focused on improving balance through practical techniques, led by instructor Elise Foss. Held on Monday afternoon, October 26, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at the Hegewisch...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Area 3 hosts a retro sock hop at Warren (Laurence) Park on Tuesday, October 27, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Guests 60 and older are invited to dress in their best 1950s-inspired attire, dance to period...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A paper monster mask workshop for ages 3 to 13 at Jeffery Manor, using recycled materials to create something wearable. It takes place Tuesday, October 27, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Registration closes...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Avalon. On Tuesday, October 27, from 4 to 5 PM at Avalon, kids ages 5 to 13 can try hands-on science experiments with a monster-themed twist. The program explores the kind of playful, slightly spooky science...</description>
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      <title>Space Earrings Cross Stich</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at South Chicago. A cross-stitch workshop at the South Chicago branch, turning tiny moons and stars into a pair of earrings. Materials and instruction are provided, but space and supplies are limited, so registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Middle School Makers is a three-part library series that introduces kids 12 and up to hands-on creative technology and tools. This Tuesday, October 27, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Sulzer Regional, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Little Italy. A weekly drop-in craft session at the Little Italy branch, where Ms. Hailey leads kids ages 5 to 10 through projects that blend science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Supplies are provided,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Kelly Library. Hiram House of Horrors turns the Kelly library into a haunted walkthrough on Tuesday, October 27, from 5 to 7 PM. Visitors of all ages can wander through a spooky library scene with some mild thrills...</description>
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      <title>Teen Craft: Spooky Season String Art</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Little Italy. This Teen Craft session at the Little Italy branch gives teens a chance to make Halloween-themed art using just cardstock and string, with all materials provided and guidance on threading technique....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). At Morgan Park Sports Center on Tuesday, October 27, artists ages 6 to 11 get a focused 45-minute session to experiment with different art materials and make a Halloween-themed project they can take...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Gage Park. Teen Sewing Hour at Gage Park is a straightforward introduction to sewing machines for teens 13 to 19. Participants learn to thread the machine and stitch pieces of fabric into a simple project, with...</description>
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      <description> at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry hosts the traveling exhibition &#34;Anne Frank The Exhibition&#34; on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The exhibit explores the life and legacy of Anne Frank through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A free, indoor Halloween event at Franklin Park’s fieldhouse, designed for kids ages 6 and up. The haunted hallway runs on Wednesday, October 28, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, with treats and activities for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A monthly origami club meets in the Teen Space at Chicago Bee, where participants learn seasonal paper-folding projects suited for any skill level from beginner to advanced. Wednesday evening,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at West Pullman. A hands-on STEAM session for kids ages 6 and up, where they design and build a spooky haunted house from popsicle sticks and their own imagination. Participants practice engineering by making sturdy...</description>
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      <title>Armour Seminar: Rudiger Bieler</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Field Museum. The Armour Seminar series at the Field Museum continues with a lunchtime talk by Rudiger Bieler, a museum researcher. Weekly on Wednesdays, these hour-long sessions place visiting and staff...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Walker Library. Board Game Wednesdays at the Walker branch offers a low-key afternoon of tabletop games for tweens and teens ages 10 to 19. The group meets Wednesday, October 28, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM — no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at West Englewood. Costume Karaoke offers a low-key Halloween afternoon for teens 13 and older at West Englewood. Sing your favorite songs in costume while enjoying light snacks on Wednesday, October 28, from 3:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at North Austin. After School STEAM Activities at the North Austin branch offers hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math projects for kids ages 6 to 13. The program runs on Wednesday, October 28,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Next Gen Archers offers teens a hands-on introduction to archery at Gompers Park on Thursday afternoon, October 29, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. An instructor guides participants through proper stance, safe...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Oriole Park. Tweens can make spooky Halloween jewelry at Oriole Park on Thursday, October 29, from 3 to 4 PM. All materials are provided for creating a necklace, bracelet, or keychain. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A drop-in LEGO building session at the Back of the Yards library on Thursday, October 29, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Participants take on building challenges or free-play with the library&#39;s LEGO...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Kelly Library. The Hiram House of Horrors transforms the Kelly venue into a haunted library on Thursday, October 29, from 5 to 7 PM, with a walk-through designed to be spooky enough for thrills but tame enough for...</description>
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      <title>Halloween Bash at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. LeClaire-Hearst Park hosts a Halloween party for tweens on Friday, October 30, from noon to 3 PM. The afternoon includes costume wearing, games, arts and crafts, a piñata, music, and a dance party....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A Halloween party for kids at West Lawn Park on Friday, October 30, from 4 to 6 PM, with games, a costume contest, and candy. The event is for children ages 3 to 12.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. The 7th and 8th grade Halloween Dance at Rainey Park is a costume party and dance for kids ages 12 to 13, held Friday, October 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Registration is required in advance — no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at South Chicago. A silent Halloween party for teens at the South Chicago branch, where the music comes through headphones and the dancing happens without noise. Snacks are provided, but headphones are limited, so...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Brainerd. A Halloween-themed slime-making workshop for kids 6 to 13 at the Brainerd branch on Saturday, October 31, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Participants can make spooky slime and come in costume for a treat....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. A Saturday-morning story time designed for the youngest book lovers, with songs, rhymes, and picture books for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The session at the Obama Presidential Center...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Coleman. The Bessie Coleman Branch hosts an afternoon screening of Robert Eggers&#39; *Nosferatu*, a gothic horror film about a haunted young woman and the vampire obsessed with her. The 132-minute, R-rated film...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at South Chicago. A family-friendly screening of Pixar&#39;s *Coco* (2017, rated PG, 109 minutes) at the South Chicago branch library on Sunday, November 1, starting at 2:00 PM. The film follows young Miguel&#39;s journey...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Chicago Bee. YOUmedia at Chicago Bee offers a certification training for teens 13 to 18 who want to use the branch’s recording studio independently. On Monday, November 2, from 4 to 5 PM, participants learn the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Kelly Library. A two-part career workshop for ages 16 to 24, covering résumé writing on November 2 and interview dress and presentation on November 9. Both sessions run Monday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the...</description>
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      <title>Trivia Night at Canaryville: November Knowledge Edition</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Canaryville. Trivia at the Canaryville branch covers a broad mix of categories, with questions that range from easy to challenging. The format keeps things loose and unpredictable, and there&#39;s a prize for the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Avalon. Representatives from Hunger Free America set up at Avalon on Tuesday, November 3, from noon to 2 PM to help with WIC eligibility and SNAP applications. Drop in anytime — no appointment needed. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Merlo. An open studio session for teens in grades 7 through 12, offering a relaxed space to work on an ongoing project or try something new. The Tuesday, November 3 session from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Merlo...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A short story discussion for senior adults hosted by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center at Harold Washington Library Center. The group listens to a story together, then shares thoughts...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Legler Regional. Book Club Jr helps emerging readers ages 4 to 7 practice early literacy skills through play-based sound activities and shared reading. The free program meets at Legler Regional on Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Bezazian Library. A book discussion group at Bezazian tackles Vladimir Nabokov&#39;s *Lolita* on Wednesday afternoon, November 4, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The conversation will focus on the novel&#39;s famously unreliable...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. The Spanish-language book club at the Garfield Ridge branch meets Thursday, November 5, from 1 to 2 PM for its monthly discussion. The group is open to adults and children are welcome to attend...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at West Lawn. The OBOC Young Readers Club at West Lawn takes a sci-fi novel as a launching pad for real space science. Kids ages 8 to 13 can pick up a copy of Jennifer L. Holm&#39;s *The Lion of Mars* and come ready...</description>
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      <title>Confidence Creations: Affirmation T-Shirts</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Avalon. A tween and teen workshop at the Avalon branch that pairs clothing design with mental health practices. Participants practice mindfulness and explore positive affirmations, then pick the phrases that...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A screening of the 2004 science-fiction thriller *Butterfly Effect* at a library branch in Greater Grand Crossing. The film follows a college student who discovers he can travel back to his...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A free Friday morning screening of the 2018 prehistoric adventure *Alpha* at the Back of the Yards branch. The film follows a young man separated from his tribe who befriends a lone wolf, beginning a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Branch teams up with the Chicago Tabletop and Board Game Meetup Group for a Saturday morning session aimed at people who have a game they&#39;d like to learn. Bring a new or unplayed board...</description>
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      <title>The Art of Paper Magic: Origami for Everyone</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Near North. An origami workshop at the Near North library on Saturday, November 7, from 10 AM to noon, for anyone age 7 and up — kids, teens, adults. Participants learn to fold paper into animals, flowers,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A monthly nonfiction book discussion for adults meets on the first Saturday of each month at Harold Washington Library Center. November&#39;s session, on Saturday the 7th from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Comic Book Roundtable: The X-Men</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A comic-book discussion group for adults, hosted at Sulzer Regional on Saturday, November 7, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. The topic this month is the X-Men, with suggested reading including Grant Morrison&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. The parent-child turkey shoot at Kosciuszko Park on Saturday, November 7, from 12 PM to 2 PM, is a straightforward competition for a Thanksgiving prize. Teams of one parent and one child (ages 7 to...</description>
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      <title>AI Safety: Why AI Is Our Ultimate Test</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A video screening and facilitated discussion on AI safety, anchored by a talk from Center for Humane Technology co-founder Tristan Harris. The program makes the case for responsible AI development...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Avalon. The Adult Book Club at Avalon meets Saturday, November 7, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss *The Cliffs* by J. Courtney Sullivan. The novel follows Jane, a Harvard archivist who returns to coastal...</description>
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      <title>The Cup Collective: A Tarot Meet Up</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Uptown. The Cup Collective is a casual tarot meetup led by professional reader Storm Dolente, open to anyone curious about the cards regardless of experience level. The group meets on Sunday, November 8,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Avalon. Twisted Threads is a monthly fiber arts meetup at Avalon for anyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, or works with thread in other ways. The group gathers on the second Sunday of each month,...</description>
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      <title>AI Safety Part 2: AI and the Future Ahead of Us</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The second installment of a three-part series on artificial intelligence and safety, hosted at Woodson Regional Library. This session focuses on what everyday life might look like as AI tools and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Memory Monday Games turns a Monday evening into a series of brain-teasing stations designed to test focus and recall, with challenges that grow trickier as the night goes on. Aimed at kids 3 to 13,...</description>
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      <description> at Rogers Park. A low-key, bring-your-own-games evening for the Rogers Park community. Winter Games Club meets Monday, November 9, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with card decks, board games, and a chess board provided. All...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Roden Library. A themed family craft night at the Roden library on Tuesday, November 10, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, where kids ages 3 to 13 and their families can work on a specific project or use provided materials to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The Bridgeport Knitting Circle meets once a month at the Richard J. Daley Library, open to knitters and crocheters of any skill level. It’s a low-key evening to sit with neighbors and work on your...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Manning Library. A kids&#39; snack-tasting session at the Manning branch of the Chicago Public Library, where children ages 5 to 13 try and rate candies from a different country. The program runs Wednesday, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. The Countdown to Doomsday Series continues with the second installment, *Avengers: Infinity War* (2018). Running 149 minutes and rated PG-13, the film follows the Avengers as they unite against...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. The Garfield Ridge Branch hosts a discussion of Elizabeth Acevedo’s *Family Lore*, a novel tracing the lives of the Marte women before a living wake, weaving together past and present across the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly crafting circle at Sulzer Regional Library, open to anyone who knits, crochets, folds origami, or works on any portable creative project. The group meets Thursday evening, November 12, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Hands-on STEAM at Jefferson Park offers seasonal science activities for kids ages 6 to 11, cycling through late summer, autumn, and holiday-themed experiments in a single session. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Legler Regional. Field Adventures brings the Field Museum to Legler Regional on the second Friday of each month during after-school hours. On Friday, November 13, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, museum educators set up...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Roden Library. A hands-on STEM workshop for kids in grades 4 to 6 (ages 9 to 12) using LEGO Education SPIKE Prime robotics kits. Participants work together as a team to build, test, and program a robot while...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at South Chicago. A Saturday afternoon wellness session at the South Chicago branch, led by Melody Farmer, using yoga, breath work, and SEL techniques for any age. The hour focuses on simple stretches, mindful...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center hosts an open-house-style Family Fun Fest on Sunday, November 15, from 1 to 4 PM, with play activities, music, and art projects for kids of all ages and their...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A straightforward puzzle swap at Jefferson Memorial Park: bring your completed jigsaw puzzles in their original boxes (with pieces bagged inside) and take home the same number you contributed. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Dunning. The monthly book discussion at the Dunning branch meets on Monday, November 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, led by librarian Jenny. Titles rotate throughout the year, and copies of the current selection...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport library hosts a calming after-school session on Monday, November 16, from 4 to 5 PM, where kids ages 6 to 12 can try out breathing exercises and other techniques for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A two-color linocut stamp workshop at the Austin-Irving branch, where participants carve planets and astronomical objects from Earth to Saturn. The session runs Monday, November 16, from 6:00 to 7:00...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Roden Library. A practical primer on Medicare during the annual enrollment window, led by a Norwood Park resident who teaches the subject. Nancy De Lira walks attendees through the difference between Parts A...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A low-key, end-of-day story time designed for the youngest listeners and their grown-ups. Bring a stuffed animal and wear pajamas if you’d like—the program includes songs, rhymes, and books, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Scottsdale. Craft Night is a monthly drop-in program at Scottsdale, held the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Supplies are provided — just bring your own hands and ideas. November&#39;s project is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at King Library. A paper-quilling workshop for adults at the King branch, part of this year’s One Book, One Chicago season tied to Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*. On Tuesday, November 17, from 6 to 7 PM, participants...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Merlo. Rich Robbins of Young Chicago Authors leads a recording-studio workshop for high school teens at Merlo on Tuesday, November 17, from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, deconstructing a well-known track to show how its...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at South Shore. A low-key afternoon craft session for tweens at South Shore, where the library provides materials and snacks and participants bring the ideas. This one leans into slightly more involved projects —...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North. A free screening of the 2022 film *Showing Up* in the Claudia Cassidy Theater at the Chicago Cultural Center, followed by a talkback. The film screens on Wednesday, November 18, from 6:30 to 9 PM in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Austin. An after-school workshop for ages 9 to 13 that turns code-breaking into a hands-on craft. Participants learn classic ciphers — from Caesar to Pigpen — and get a recipe for homemade invisible ink,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Brainerd. The Brainerd Branch offers a low-key craft hour where you can drop in and paint a tiny masterpiece on a four-inch square canvas. Paints and brushes are provided, and there are no instructors — just...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. Go Run Chicago brings a community running program to Washington Park on Saturday, November 21, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Organized by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Park District, the free...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Bezazian Library. A free story time and craft session at Bezazian library, designed for children ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers on Saturday morning, November 21, from 10 to 11 AM. The program offers a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at West Loop. A free, 45-minute workshop at the Chicago Public Library in the West Loop, designed for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 and their grown-ups. Saturday morning, November 21, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, kids will...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Maker Lab at Harold Washington Library Center runs a workshop where you design and print color photos or graphics onto a tote bag using a sublimation printer. You bring the images — on a flash...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at West Belmont. A family-friendly screening of the 2024 animated film *The Wild Robot*, in which a stranded robot named Roz learns to survive on an uninhabited island by bonding with the animals and raising an...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A Thanksgiving-themed craft session at Jeffery Manor branch, where kids ages 6 to 13 make projects inspired by fall leaves, turkeys, and the holiday season. It takes place Monday, November 23, from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Rogers Park. The OBOC Adult Book Discussion at Rogers Park dives into Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*, a novel set on a space station during the final missions before the program shuts down. The discussion on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A holiday basketball tournament for teens 13 to 18, organized by Operation Basketball, brings together teams from different communities for competitive game play at West Pullman Park. The event runs...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A community basketball competition at Homan Square Community Center Park, where teams from different neighborhoods face off in organized games. Presented by Operation Basketball, the event runs...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. A holiday-week basketball jam for teens, with teams from neighboring communities competing in organized games at Russell Square Park. Operation Basketball runs the session on Monday, November 23,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Loyola Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest brings together Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Loyola Park. Teen players ages 13 to 18 can demonstrate their skills...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A Turkey Shoot basketball competition at Kelvyn Park on Tuesday, November 24, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM, giving participants a chance to win Thanksgiving turkeys and other prizes. The event is open to all...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Dunning. A lap-sit story time for the very youngest library visitors, with Ms. Katie leading songs, rhymes, books, and a little free play. It’s designed for babies up to 12 months and their caregivers,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A holiday-season basketball event for teens 13 to 18, where teams from different communities face off in organized game play at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Operation Basketball presents the competition on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Loyola Park. Holiday Teen Basketball Jam at Loyola Park brings together teams from different communities for organized basketball games. Operation Basketball presents this Tuesday afternoon event, running from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A free afternoon basketball clinic for teens 13 to 19 at Fernwood Park on Tuesday, November 24, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The session includes skills and drills, organized games, and prizes and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest is a basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, organized by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops. Participants showcase their skills in front of coaches from across the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops team up for a Thanksgiving-week basketball combine at Rowan Park on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3 PM. Players ages 13 to 18 get a chance to show off...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A basketball combine for teens 13 to 18, hosted by Teens in the Park and Windy City Hoops at Lindblom Park. Participants showcase their skills, athleticism, and potential in front of coaches from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Wonder Wednesday at Thurgood Marshall offers a rotating lineup of games, crafts, and activities for kids 3 to 13, and the November 25 session is Family Reading Night, focusing on reading and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Austin. Community Yoga at the Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library meets on third Saturdays at 10 AM, with instructors from Collective Yoga Co-Op leading an all-levels class. The sequence is designed...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Rogers Park branch of Community Cinema screens *Incident at Oglala*, a 1992 documentary examining the 1975 shooting deaths of two FBI agents and a Native American activist on the Pine Ridge...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Kelly Library. A free Sunday afternoon film screening at the Kelly branch in Englewood, featuring the 2026 romantic comedy *You, Me &amp; Tuscany*. The plot follows a woman who poses as the owner&#39;s fiancée while...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Toy Story 5 plays at the Thurgood Marshall branch on Sunday afternoon, November 29, from 2:00 to 3:45 PM. In this new installment, the toys face their latest challenge — convincing Bonnie that the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Rogers Park. An open mic night at the Rogers Park branch library, happening the last Monday of every month. The space recently upgraded its sound system, making it a decent spot to test out original writing, a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Little Village. A weekly drop-in LEGO building session at the Little Village library, where kids ages 5 to 12 can take on a building challenge or design their own creations. Participants can display their work in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Scottsdale. The Red &amp; Green Magic Show with Pocket Circus brings Mr. Firu’s holiday performance to Scottsdale on Tuesday, December 1, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, aimed at kids ages 6 to 13. The show promises humor,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A short story discussion for senior adults, hosted by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center at the Harold Washington Library Center. The group listens to a story together and then talks it...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Field Museum. Free general admission to the Field Museum on Wednesday, December 2, from 9 AM to 5 PM, as part of the WTTW First Wednesday program. No tickets required.</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at West Lawn Park. The West Lawn Park annual tree lighting returns Friday evening, December 4, from 6 to 8 PM, with games, hot chocolate, crafts, and photos with Santa. The event is designed for children ages 3 to 12.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Scottsdale. A Spanish-language book club meeting to discuss Paola Villareal&#39;s *Inteligencia artificial*. The conversation happens on Saturday morning, December 5, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. This is a dedicated...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Roden Library. A family craft night at the Roden library branch, where children ages 3 to 13 and their families can work on a themed project or create freely with supplied materials. Children under 11 must be...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at West Pullman. Mather&#39;s Grow-It-Together Garden Club hosts an in-person screening of its online gardening program for adults 50 and older at the West Pullman branch on Wednesday, December 9, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Learning Lab. Creative Hour brings together artists, makers, and creative professionals for an informal networking session at the Chicago Cultural Center&#39;s Learning Lab on Wednesday afternoon, December 9, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Hands-on STEAM at the Jefferson Park branch brings seasonal science experiments for kids 6 to 11 on Thursday evening, December 10, from 6:00 to 7:15 PM. The session covers late summer, fall, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Edgewater. This monthly program is a low-key, practical resource for older adults and anyone who finds their devices more frustrating than helpful. Hosted by retired technology educator Michael Kennedy, the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Legler Regional. Field Adventures brings the Field Museum&#39;s collections and expertise to the library after school. On the second Friday of each month, including December 11 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, Legler Regional hosts...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Coffee and Conversations at the Harold Washington Library Center pairs a free cup of coffee with access to community resource tables covering health, housing, and legal services. The drop-in format...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Dunning. A monthly cookbook club at the Dunning branch meets on Monday, December 14, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss a selected title and swap notes on recipes members tried at home. Participants are welcome...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. At Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center on Wednesday morning, December 16, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, the Jingle Ball gives kids under six a chance to dance, decorate crafts, and play games in a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Rogers Park Social. Weird Book Club meets at Rogers Park Social on the third Wednesday of every month, bringing together adults who prefer speculative, strange, and genre-bending titles. December&#39;s discussion happens on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at West Loop. West Loop Stitch Club is a casual, bring-your-own-project gathering for anyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, sews, or does any other kind of fiber work. All experience levels are welcome, though...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Perler Bead Club for Teens at the Chicago Bee branch is a monthly drop-in craft session where participants make and take home their own perler bead creations. No experience needed — the teen...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 18, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. Children stop by Bosley Park on Friday, December 18, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM to make a winter art project, take photos with Frosty, and grab cookies and hot chocolate. Geared toward kids ages 2 to 7....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Uptown. The Uptown Branch Adult Book Club discusses *Lesser Ruins* by Mark Haber, a novel about a retired professor trying to write a book about Michel de Montaigne while fending off distractions from his...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. An hour of quiet reading punctuated by free pizza: the Garfield Ridge branch of the Chicago Public Library hosts this straightforward Saturday afternoon program on December 19 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Obama Presidential Center. The Reading Room Book Club at the Obama Presidential Center tackles Amor Towles’ *A Gentleman in Moscow* on Saturday afternoon, December 19, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The novel follows Count Alexander...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Brighton Park. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings favorite PBS Kids characters to Brighton Park for a guided, play-based session designed to build school readiness in kids 3 to 5. The Tuesday afternoon program, running...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, January 9, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. Comic Book Roundtable, a monthly meetup for adult comic fans, turns its focus to Latino superheroes this January. The discussion at Sulzer Regional covers Miles Morales, Miguel O’Hara, Jaime Reyes,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, March 6, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. Comic Book Roundtable, a monthly meetup for adult comics fans, focuses on Wonder Woman for Women&#39;s History Month. The discussion on Saturday, March 6, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM at Sulzer Regional explores...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 7, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly meetup for adult comic book fans, this August session of the Comic Book Roundtable at Sulzer Regional focuses on the long-running rivalry between Superman and Brainiac, timed to the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Near North. A collaborative imagination game at the Near North branch for kids ages 6 to 13: participants work as a group to invent their own superheroes and supervillains, complete with names, powers, costumes,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Pullman. A monthly book discussion at the Pullman branch, this session takes on Matt Haig’s *The Midnight Library*, the novel about Nora Seed exploring alternate versions of her life through a mystical...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Musical Jeopardy and Trivia brings a low-key afternoon of music-based games to the Harold Washington Library Center, aimed squarely at seniors who want to test their song and artist knowledge. Hosted...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Albany Park. Albany Park hosts a discussion of *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. The novel follows six astronauts aboard the international space station over a 24-hour...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Edgewater. A free Monday afternoon film screening at the Edgewater branch brings the 2026 romantic horror-thriller *Obsession*, in which a hopeless romantic&#39;s wish on a mystical willow tree carries a sinister...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Manning Library. Chair Meditation with Sahaja Yoga offers a guided meditation session for adults, teens, and kids ages 12 and up at the Manning branch on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Instructors lead...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at South Shore. A low-key weekly craft gathering at the South Shore Branch for anyone who works with yarn or thread — crochet, knitting, cross stitch, whatever you bring. The Tuesday, October 27 session runs from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Windy City Harvest Hoops Fest gives teens 13 to 18 a chance to play in front of coaches from across Chicago, combining a Thanksgiving basketball combine with a showcase of skills and athleticism....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A weekly steppers dance instruction session for seniors at Mandrake Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. No registration or fee is mentioned, making...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Little Artists at Wicker Park offers early childhood art instruction on Thursday afternoons, from 1:45 to 2:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program is designed for young...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A drop-in weekly craft session for teens at the Budlong Woods branch, running Wednesday afternoon from 4:00 to 6:00 PM each week. Each session features a different hands-on project, snacks, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Wednesday morning story time at Lincoln Park combines songs, rhymes, and books for toddlers and their caregivers, with practical literacy tips to try at home. Kids 1 to 3 years old are welcome to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Oriole Park. Art Club brings together a rotating set of creative projects — tie-dye, glass mosaic, button making, embroidery, and felt work — at Oriole Park on Wednesday evening, October 7, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM....</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Sheep Detectives (2026)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Austin. A free afternoon screening of *The Sheep Detectives*, a 2026 comedy about a shepherd whose nightly murder-mystery readings turn out to be lost on no one — his sheep have been following along, forming...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Bezazian Library. A monthly book club discussion of Joseph Conrad’s *Heart of Darkness* at the Bezazian Branch in Uptown on Wednesday, October 7, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The group will dig into how the novella’s...</description>
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      <title>Skills for Disagreeing Better</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Edgewater. A practical workshop for anyone who&#39;s ever wanted to make it through a political conversation without torching the relationship. Held in partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago and Braver Angels,...</description>
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      <title>Pobody&#39;s Nerfect! Craft Club for Adults</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Clearing. Unwind and make something with no pressure to be good at it. This adult craft club meets at the Clearing branch on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, with no skills required. The library...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Douglass. A space-themed story time for the littlest explorers at the Douglass branch, blending books, songs, and conversation about stars and our planet. Geared toward ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver, it’s a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Rogers Park. A hands-on Halloween makeup workshop led by makeup artist Estefania, where participants learn to create their own scary or fun looks. The session runs Wednesday, October 7, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at...</description>
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      <title>Teen Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day Book Discussion</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A teen book discussion at the Back of the Yards branch that looks ahead to Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day on October 12. Participants talk about favorite books and graphic novels that center on the history...</description>
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      <title>Kids&#39; Cooking Demo / Cocinando con Niños</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Back of the Yards. The children&#39;s staff at Back of the Yards leads a cooking demo for kids ages 5 to 13, teaching them how to make simple after-school snacks. The session runs Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 to 5:00...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A new drop-in stitching group meets on Wednesday afternoon, October 7, from 1:30 to 4:00 PM at Humboldt Park. Bring your own sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, or other fiber project and work...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at North Austin. A low-key painting session at the North Austin branch on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, designed for anyone who needs a quiet creative reset after work. Supplies and templates are...</description>
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      <description> at Independence. Family Story Time at the Independence branch brings together the library&#39;s youngest patrons for songs, rhymes, and books, followed by a play session for kids ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The...</description>
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      <description> at Legler Regional. Drop in at Legler Regional on Wednesday afternoon, October 7, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM for the Maker Lab Open Shop. This is a self-directed session where you can get a quick software overview, ask staff...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly crafting meetup at Sulzer Regional Library where knitters, crocheters, origami enthusiasts, and anyone with a portable project can work alongside other makers. Bring your own supplies and...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Monster House (2006)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Gage Park. A free screening of the 2006 animated adventure *Monster House* (PG, 91 minutes), where three teenagers discover their creepy neighbor&#39;s house is alive. This family-friendly showing takes place at...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Manning Library. Baobab Tree Children’s House brings a Montessori-style story time to the Manning Branch on Thursday morning, October 8, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Instructors guide children ages 0 to 7 through hands-on...</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Craft Night: Junk Journals</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Children&#39;s Craft Night at Whitney M. Young, Jr. in Chatham offers a hands-on session where kids 6 and up make junk journals from repurposed and secondhand materials. All supplies are provided, and...</description>
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      <description> at Kelly Library. A free, take-home spice kit for anyone curious about cooking with basil. Stop by the Kelly Branch Adult Reference Desk on Thursday, October 8, anytime between noon and 8 PM to pick one up; each kit...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Little Italy. Fall preschool story time returns to the Little Italy branch with Miss Taylor leading a weekly session of songs, stories, and rhymes for kids ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The Friday morning...</description>
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      <description> at Thurgood Marshall. A free basic computer literacy class at the Thurgood Marshall Branch, covering mouse and keyboard skills, document creation and editing, and internet searching. The class is split into two levels:...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Austin. The Reading Came First Book Club meets monthly at the Austin branch, hosted by rapper and librarian Roy Kinsey, founder of Rapbrary. Each session explores the connections between literature, music,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Edgewater. A monthly book club exploring Chicago&#39;s history, hosted in partnership with the Edgewater Historical Society. The group meets on Saturday, October 10, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Copies of the current...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Same As It Ever Was</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Northtown. A monthly book discussion at the Northtown branch, this session covers Claire Lombardo’s *Same as It Ever Was*, the follow-up to her acclaimed debut *The Most Fun We Ever Had*. The novel traces...</description>
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      <title>Why Are We Sprinting Off the AI Cliff? A Community Discussion</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Uptown. A community conversation about the direction of artificial intelligence, framed around a recent incident involving HuggingFace and a video from journalist Ezra Klein. A facilitator from the AI Safety...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Little Italy. A free, guided chair meditation session led by Sahaja Yoga instructors, held Saturday, October 10, from noon to 1 PM at the Little Italy branch. No supplies or prior experience needed—the focus is on...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A free half-hour story time for children ages 0 to 5 and their families at the Harold Washington Library Center, happening Saturday, October 10 from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. The session includes stories...</description>
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      <title>Coloring &amp; Coffee for Adults: Spooky Cutie</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Edgebrook. An afternoon of low-key Halloween-themed coloring for adults at the Edgebrook library, set to a Halloween playlist. Participants pick pages from the Spooky Cutie coloring book, use the provided...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Medicare 101 is a straightforward primer for anyone navigating the system, whether you’re approaching 65, have been on Medicare for years but still find the options confusing, or are helping aging...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at North Pulaski. The Chicago Public Library&#39;s North Pulaski branch hosts a book discussion of *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. Harvey&#39;s novel follows six astronauts and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Merlo. A monthly drop-in craft gathering at the Merlo branch, where knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, and origami folders work on their own projects in company. Bring your own supplies and spend Monday...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. Art Buffet turns an ordinary Monday afternoon into a hands-on crafting session for kids at the Mount Greenwood branch. All materials are provided, so families just need to show up with an imagination...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Logan Square. A weekly after-school hangout at Logan Square Library for tweens 8 to 13, with crafting projects, video games, snacks, and time to socialize. It runs Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. Banned Book Bingo pairs a classic game night with a literary twist, celebrating the freedom to read with prizes and snacks on the table. The free program takes over Greater Grand Crossing on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Early morning bird walks at Big Marsh Park, led by the Chicago BIPOC Birders every Monday in October from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. The group welcomes all skill levels, and binoculars are available on a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Archer Heights. A free craft kit pickup for tweens at the Archer Heights library, offering everything needed to decorate an alebrije mask at home. Kits are available Monday, October 12, from noon to 8 PM at the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. A focused Monday afternoon workshop, October 12 from 12:15 to 3:00 PM, for anyone who wants to sharpen their drawing skills through simple exercises based on a still-life setup. The session closes...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Little Italy. The Little Italy branch screens *Hocus Pocus* on Monday, October 12, starting at 4:00 PM, a 95-minute Disney Halloween comedy rated PG. The film follows three 17th-century witches resurrected in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Bezazian Library. The Bezazian Writers Collective is a low-commitment monthly writing group that meets twice a month at the Bezazian branch in Uptown, designed for anyone who writes and wants to share work with others...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Puzzlemania for Adults is a weekly drop-in at the Chicago Bee branch where you can work on a communal puzzle with other adults, or bring your own. It runs on Monday, October 12, from 12:30 to 7:30...</description>
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      <description> at Wrightwood-Ashburn. The Knit and Crochet Circle at Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library offers a low-key monthly meetup for crafters of every level, from absolute beginners to those with years of experience to share. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at South Shore. A free screening of the 2024 horror film *Tarot* at the South Shore library. The movie follows a group of friends who ignore the rules of a Tarot reading and accidentally release an evil trapped in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Mayfair. A drop-in craft session for kids at the library&#39;s Mayfair branch, where children ages 4 to 13 can turn a mini pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern or a painted work of art using tempera paint. All materials...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Kelly Library. A space-themed story time for young explorers at the Kelly library in Englewood, blending reading, singing, and conversation about stars and life on our planet. The Tuesday, October 13 session runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A drop-in craft session at the Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt library for tweens 10 to 13, happening Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Participants use plastic Perler beads to build a custom...</description>
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      <title>Teen DIY: Tassel Keychain or Earrings</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Little Italy. Teens in Little Italy can learn to make simple tassels from embroidery thread, then turn them into either a keychain or a pair of earrings. The workshop runs Tuesday, October 13, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. A straightforward preschool story time at the Chicago Bee, featuring singing, movement, and a craft alongside the morning’s theme. It takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Miss Rebecca leads a story time at Lincoln Park on Wednesday, October 14, from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, designed for toddlers ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers. The program mixes songs, rhymes, and books...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at North Pulaski. LEGO Club at North Pulaski is a solid afterschool option for young builders: each session supplies LEGO and DUPLO bricks plus extra materials for testing engineering skills, so kids just need to show...</description>
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      <title>Learn about Hypertension, Heart Health, and Get Your Blood Pressure Checked</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Uptown. A free session with the Chicago Department of Public Health on managing high blood pressure, covering what causes it and practical ways to lower it. The program runs Wednesday, October 14, from 4:00...</description>
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      <title>Haunted Library: Junk Journals</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Legler Regional. A Halloween-themed craft session at Legler Regional for adults 18 and up, where participants build a personalized &#34;junk journal&#34; using collage, drawing, writing, and found materials. The relaxed,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at West Pullman. LEGO® Night at West Pullman Library gives kids 13 and under an hour of open-ended building time on Wednesday evening, October 14, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Children can construct whatever they imagine...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Sulzer Regional on Wednesday evening, October 14, from 6:00 to 6:45 PM for a guided learning session aimed at building school readiness in young...</description>
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      <title>Armour Seminar: Patrícia Rodrigues-Niu</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Field Museum. Patrícia Rodrigues-Niu, an anthropologist from the University of Notre Dame, presents her research as part of the A. Watson Armour III Seminar Series at the Field Museum. The weekly series brings...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Rogers Park. In this hands-on workshop, makeup artist Estefania teaches participants how to apply their own Halloween makeup for a scary and fun look. The session takes place at Rogers Park on Wednesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at McKinley Park. The Chicago Public Library’s One Book, One Chicago program returns this fall with *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey, and the McKinley Park branch hosts an adult discussion of the 2026 selection. The novel...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A space-themed story time at Whitney M. Young, Jr. library for kids 3 and up and their caregivers, happening Wednesday morning, October 14, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The session mixes reading, singing,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Canaryville. A small Canaryville branch library pulls out its oversized versions of Sorry!, checkers, chess, and Jenga for an evening of big-board gaming on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The event...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Grace Kwon, a Medicare teacher, leads this practical primer on navigating the ABCDs of Medicare at Sulzer Regional on Thursday, October 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session covers the difference...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Coleman. Preschool Story Time at the Coleman branch offers an interactive morning of books, songs, and rhymes for children up to six years old, with free play or occasional crafts afterward. On Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Cookbook Café Book Club at Lincoln Park turns its monthly meeting into a conversation about food writing, not just eating. For this One Book One Chicago selection, *In for Dinner* by Rosie...</description>
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      <title>Letting Go: Making Space for What Matters - Powered by Trellus</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Albany Park. A guided session in Albany Park focused on the practical side of releasing stress and worry. Through reflection, mindfulness, and a hands-on experiential activity, participants explore how tension...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at King Library. King Branch hosts a casual evening of pumpkin painting for adults, where each participant paints a foam pumpkin to take home. All supplies are provided, so it’s a low-key way to spend a Thursday...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Bezazian Library. A breast cancer awareness program led by Rosalind Seals of Ascension Medical Group, held in the Community Room at Bezazian Library in Uptown. The session introduces the High-Risk Breast Clinic, a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at West Pullman. A weekly coloring session for adults at West Pullman, offering a low-key way to unwind and socialize. The group meets most Fridays from noon to 1:00 PM, with a different theme each month. Drop in...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. The Annual Senior Citizen Western Line Dance returns to Columbus Park on Friday, October 16, from 11 AM to 3 PM, with music, food, and a Best Boots Contest awarding a prize for the top styles....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Beverly. Anthony Perrino leads an informational session at the Beverly branch focused on navigating Medicare&#39;s Annual Enrollment Period. The Friday morning, October 16, session from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Lawn. A story time at Chicago Lawn for the youngest readers and their grown-ups, featuring songs, rhymes, and books for children ages 0 to 5. The 30-minute session takes place Friday, October 16, starting...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Beverly. The Beverly branch hosts a monthly Read to Rover session on Saturday, October 17, from 11 AM to noon, where kids in grades K and up can read aloud to certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Brainerd. A free, hands-on workshop at the Brainerd library for adults 18 and up who want to try out a Cricut machine. You’ll make either a vinyl sticker or a heat transfer design to iron onto your own...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The monthly adult fiction book club at Harold Washington Library Center meets on the third Saturday of each month from 11 AM to noon, and the October 17 discussion centers on Matt Haig’s *The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Horror Movie Trivia tests your knowledge of creepy classics, cult favorites, and modern cinematic scares through rounds covering iconic monsters, haunting scenes, and the legends behind the genre....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at North Pulaski. A Saturday edition of the library&#39;s open play program, bringing together a mix of activities and social time for kids and their caregivers. Designed for children 0 to 5 and their families, the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Dunning. A space-themed story time for young children at the Dunning branch, blending books, songs, and conversation about stars and our planet. Geared toward families with kids 5 and under, it’s a low-key...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Park No. 538. Park No. 538 hosts a glow-themed evening of yard games, bounce houses, mini golf, and axe throwing on Saturday, October 17, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. A scavenger hunt rounds out the lineup, and children...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A one-hour on-ice workshop at McFetridge Sports Center that blends figure skating with rhythmic gymnastics. Skaters use ribbons and hoops to work on coordination, musicality, and creative expression...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Teen Vibez Saturday Edition offers a hands-on resin craft session for ages 10 to 19 at Chicago Lawn. Participants can design and create their own jewelry, coasters, or paperweights. The workshop runs...</description>
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      <description> at Thurgood Marshall. Toastmasters MJM Speakers&#39; Circle meets at the Thurgood Marshall Branch on Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM to noon, for anyone looking to build confidence in public speaking and leadership. The club...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Pullman. A free Sunday-afternoon screening of the 2023 live-action fantasy film *Knights of the Zodiac*, directed by Polish filmmaker Tomasz Bagiński and based on the *Saint Seiya* manga. The 112-minute PG-13...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Budlong Woods hosts a low-key board and card game night on Monday, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with a grab-bag of quick-playing options including Flip 7, Rummikub, Scrabble, Chess, and Azul....</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Hegewisch. A drop-in after-school program at the Hegewisch library for kids 6 to 13, centered on the joy of reading. Between 3 and 5 PM on Monday, October 19, kids can settle into a cozy spot with their current...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A code-breaking challenge at Mount Greenwood Library where kids 9 to 13 race against a fictional zombie threat by solving riddles and cracking codes. The Monday, October 19 session runs from 3:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Logan Square. A weekly drop-in for tweens 8 to 13 at the Logan Square library, this Monday afternoon session from 3:30 to 5 PM mixes crafting, video games, and snacks with time to hang out and socialize. It’s a...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Toy Story 5 (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Avalon. The latest chapter in the Disney Pixar series brings Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang back for a new adventure, this time facing the challenge of electronics as a threat to playtime. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Manning Library. Karaoke at the Manning library is a low-key after-school option for anyone who likes to sing, with the library supplying the music and microphone. All ages are welcome, and the song list is expected...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at West Englewood. A free craft session for adults in honor of Polish American Heritage Month, this program lets participants paint folkloric mosaic coasters, with all supplies provided. It takes place Monday, October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Edgebrook. Halloween arrives a little early at the Edgebrook library, where ghosts are reportedly roaming the stacks. Kids aged 4 to 13 can stop by the reference desk on Monday evening, October 19, from 6:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Little Italy. Spooky Book Club for Tweens brings Miss Taylor to Little Italy for an hour of classic ghost stories, snacks, and book chat on Monday, October 19, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Readers ages 8 to 12 who enjoy...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at West Belmont. West Belmont&#39;s Cookbook Club meets monthly to explore a different cooking style or theme — no need to be a confident chef, just curious about cookbooks. On Tuesday, October 20, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Dunning. Ms. Katie leads this story time at the Dunning branch designed for the very youngest library visitors. The hour mixes songs, rhymes, and books with a stretch of free play, giving babies 0 to 1 and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Pullman. Adult Bingo at the Pullman branch offers an easy, low-stakes way to spend an afternoon: a one-hour session of the classic game where winners take home a prize. The Tuesday, October 20 program runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A monthly book club discussion at the Chicago Lawn library branch, this session focuses on *Dust Child* by Phan Que Mai Nguyen, a novel that follows an American GI, two Vietnamese bargirls, and an...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A hands-on primer for anyone who has a sewing machine but no idea where to start. This workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center walks through the machine&#39;s anatomy—feed dogs, presser feet,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A low-key after-school craft session at the Greater Grand Crossing branch, where teens and tweens can make their own fall-themed bracelets using the library’s supply of beads — including...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). Tweens 10 to 13 can put their creativity to work at this fall-themed craft session at the Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt branch. On Tuesday, October 20, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, participants will...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Canaryville. A free, self-guided open studio session at the Canaryville library, sponsored by the Art Institute of Chicago. On Tuesday, October 20, from 4 to 5 PM, families with kids ages 3 and up can create an...</description>
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      <description> at Oriole Park. Family Story Time brings children and their grown-ups together for a relaxed morning of songs, picture books, and a simple craft to make side by side, followed by open play time. Designed for kids 0...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. At the Greater Grand Crossing branch, a self-guided open studio invites families to create artwork inspired by moments with family and friends, drawing from images by Romare Bearden, Mary Cassatt,...</description>
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      <title>Letting Go: Making Space for What Matters - Powered by Trellus</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Albany Park. Letting Go: Making Space for What Matters is a guided session on releasing stress, worry, and tension through reflection, mindfulness, and a hands-on experiential activity. The program is designed to...</description>
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      <title>Adult Daytime Book Club: Chronicle of a Death Foretold</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Sulzer Regional Library’s adult book club turns to Gabriel García Márquez’s *Chronicle of a Death Foretold* this month, a slim, sharp novella about a man returning to the town where a baffling...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A relaxed board game evening at the library, where the focus is on easy conversation and casual play rather than competition. Classics are on hand, and newcomers are welcome to try something...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The 2023 Disney remake of *Haunted Mansion* gets a free afternoon screening at Woodson Regional, part of the library system’s Community Cinema series that brings theatrical releases to branches...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Sulzer Regional Library for a guided, preschool-friendly session focused on school readiness. Designed for kids 3 to 5 with an adult, the program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Avalon. At Avalon, the Robot Club gives kids 6 to 13 a monthly chance to build small kit-based robots — bubble machines, doodle bots, and similar projects — while putting STEM skills to work. Each session...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Offsite or Online Location. A virtual webinar offering a look at the Chicago Shoreline Plan for Coastal Resilience, with a short presentation on the plan&#39;s history and the current state of the shoreline, including natural areas...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A basketball tournament for teens 13 to 17, organized by Operation Basketball, brings teams from different communities together for competitive game play at Ellis (Samuel) Park on Wednesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Legler Regional. A candle-making workshop for adults at Legler Regional&#39;s Makerlab, led by instructor Pierre. Participants learn to craft a candle from scratch — a practical skill that works for seasonal decor or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. The Stitching Hour offers a low-key evening for sewers of all skill levels at Lincoln Belmont on Thursday, October 22, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Bring a project of your own to work on, or use one of the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Pullman. A free pumpkin-decorating session at the Pullman library, with all supplies provided — paint, glitter, and other embellishments included. The program runs Thursday, October 22, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A free Thursday evening screening of the 2006 parody sequel, which gleefully spoofs horror hits like *War of the Worlds*, *Saw*, *The Grudge*, and *The Village*. The 83-minute film, rated PG-13,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Little Italy. A gentle story time for the youngest library-goers, led by Ms. Hailey with songs, rhymes, and books followed by free play in the community room. This Thursday, October 22, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM at...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Little Village. A Spanish-language workshop that trains participants to become Dementia Friends — people who understand the condition and can support those living with it in their community and workplace. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Uptown. This 1-hour workshop run by writer and editor Tedd Hawks walks participants through 12 exercises to plan a book, covering both fiction and nonfiction. The session on Saturday, October 24, from 11 AM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Douglass. A seasonal afternoon at the Douglass branch library on Saturday, October 24, from noon to 2:00 PM, with fall-themed crafts, games, and snacks while supplies last. Aimed at ages 6 and up, this is a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A low-key Saturday morning gathering for crocheters of every level, from people who have never picked up a hook to those with projects in the works. Participants can learn stitches and patterns, pick...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A hands-on workshop at Sulzer Regional where you’ll use Cricut software to design a simple image or text, then turn it into a decal for a candle jar. Jars and candles are provided, and you take the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at West Lawn. The West Lawn Branch hosts its monthly book discussion on Saturday, October 24, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, for adults 18 and up. The group tackles a new title each month, and copies are available through...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Beverly. A college essay workshop led by Elizabeth Vann from Advance Tutoring, LLC, designed for teens and adults ages 16 to 24. The session covers tips and guided practice for writing college application...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Edgewater. A Sunday afternoon coloring session for adults at the Edgewater branch, running from 2:00 to 4:00 PM on October 25. The activity is framed around the therapeutic benefits of coloring — stress...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Drop by Sulzer Regional on Sunday afternoon, October 25, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for an open house showcasing recent additions to the Northside Neighborhood History Collection. The materials on view...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. Sunday Cinema at the Chicago Lawn branch screens *Beetlejuice Beetlejuice* (2024), the sequel that brings three generations of the Deetz family back to Winter River after an unexpected tragedy. When...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Kids aged 10 to 13 can try tabletop role-playing games at this entry-level Dungeons &amp; Dragons club, hosted by Dungeon Master Ivy at the Lincoln Belmont library. The session runs Sunday, October 25,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Pullman. The Pullman branch hosts a Sunday afternoon screening of *The Addams Family 2* (2021) as part of the Community Cinema series. The animated sequel follows the family on a cross-country road trip in a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Rogers Park. This open mic at the Rogers Park branch makes use of the library’s new sound system, giving performers a solid setup for spoken word, music, comedy, or storytelling. It runs on the last Monday of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Avalon. A free afternoon screening of the 2006 fashion-world comedy at the Avalon, part of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Community Cinema series. Meryl Streep plays the tyrannical magazine editor who makes...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Logan Square. A weekly after-school hangout for tweens at the Logan Square library, combining crafting, video games, and snacks with time to socialize. The group meets Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 5 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at West Englewood. Adults aged 18 and up get a low-key evening of Nintendo Switch gaming at the West Englewood branch. It’s a chance to snack, unwind, and play with others without any pretense about being “too old” for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at West Lawn. For Polish American Heritage Month, West Lawn hosts a hands-on session where you can design and assemble your own mosaic coaster to take home. All supplies are provided, making it an easy drop-in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Little Village. A DFSS Certified Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor leads this Medicare Open Enrollment presentation at Little Village, covering this year’s key updates, potential coverage changes, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Kroc Center. The October Adult Book Discussion at the Kroc Center takes on this year&#39;s One Book, One Chicago selection, *Orbital* by Samantha Harvey. The novel follows six astronauts circling the earth over...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Coleman. Tween Tuesday invites kids ages 10 to 13 to drop into the YOUmedia Design Den at the Coleman location for an hour of crafting, gaming, and hanging out. It takes place Tuesday, October 27, from 4:00...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Uptown. A monthly drop-in craft session for kids 6 to 11 and their caregivers, turning stories into hands-on art projects. The Book to Art Club meets at the Uptown branch on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A free Medicare 101 information session at Woodson Regional, led by Yosef Parks, that walks through the basics of the program in plain language. The hour covers what Parts A, B, C, and D actually...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at West Loop. The West Loop Adult Book Club gathers on Tuesday evening, October 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM for a librarian-led discussion of *How to End a Love Story* by Yulin Kuang. The novel follows two writers...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Park No. 571. A 45-minute, pumpkin-themed fitness session at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, designed to get you moving before the candy season officially kicks off. The class runs on Tuesday morning, October 27, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A free Medicare Open Enrollment information session led by a certified SHIP counselor from the DFSS Seniors Division. The presentation covers what’s new for this year’s enrollment season, possible...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A low-key Tuesday afternoon option for tweens 10 to 13: a fall crafts session at the Richard M. Daley–W Humboldt library branch. This particular meetup runs a custom clothing studio, where...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A panel conversation about what it&#39;s actually like to work for the City of Chicago, led by employees from various departments who share their career paths, day-to-day duties, and advice for getting...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. Halloween Bingo offers a low-key way to mark the season with a bit of playful competition. The afternoon features spooky-themed bingo cards, light refreshments, and small prizes in a relaxed,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A free family film screening at the Chicago Bee library branch, part of the Community Cinema series that brings movies to libraries across Chicago. This 2020 animated feature marks Scooby-Doo’s first...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Dunning. The Dunning branch hosts the second installment of its Hunger Games book club series, focusing this time on *Catching Fire*. Teens 13 to 18 can pick up a copy at the circulation desk, then meet on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). Adulting 101 is a practical three-part workshop series running on Wednesdays in October at the Richard M. Daley branch in Humboldt Park, designed for teens and young adults ages 16 to 24. The October...</description>
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      <title>Sugar Skull Decorating / Decorando calaveras de azúcar</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at West Englewood. A hands-on Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos workshop at the West Englewood branch of the Chicago Public Library, where participants learn to make sugar skulls from scratch and then decorate...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Uptown. A cozy, spooky-season book club session for ages 10 and up, where participants listen to a creepy story, share reactions, and enjoy light snacks and pampering. It meets Thursday, October 29, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Gage Park. A family-friendly Halloween celebration at Gage Park, with scary stories, Halloween crafts, and a costume contest — so bringing a costume is the point. The event runs Thursday, October 29, from 5:00...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Pullman. A free Medicare overview for anyone approaching 65, already enrolled but unclear on their options, or helping older relatives navigate the system. Medicare Teacher Nancy De Lira leads the session,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Sherman Park. A Halloween celebration at Sherman Park on Thursday, October 29, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, where children in costume can play games and make a craft to take home. The event is for all ages, though kids...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Teen Librarian at Lincoln Park Branch sets up a 3-D printer demonstration in the teen room on Thursday afternoon, October 29, from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, where teens can print Halloween-themed toys and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A Halloween party for kids 10 and under at Sauganash Park on Friday, October 30, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. The afternoon includes games and treats, and costumes are encouraged. No registration is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. Artful Afternoon gives families a low-key way to spend Halloween afternoon indoors: drop in at Harold Washington Library Center on Saturday, October 31, from 2:30 to 4:00 PM for Halloween-themed...</description>
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      <description> at Field Museum. Legendary Late Hours turns the Field Museum into a late-night destination on Saturday, October 31, with the full museum open from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The extended hours are included with regular...</description>
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      <title>Young Reader’s Book Club: The Lion of Mars</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. The Young Reader’s Book Club at Jeffery Manor takes on *The Lion of Mars*, a pick that blends science fiction with real space science for readers ages 8 to 13. The Thursday, November 5 meeting runs...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at King Library. The DFSS Seniors Division hosts a Medicare Open Enrollment presentation at the King branch on Thursday, November 5, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. A certified SHIP counselor walks through this year’s policy...</description>
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      <title>I-Cash: Unclaimed Property Assistance with the Illinois State Treasurer&#39;s Office</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Northtown. The Illinois State Treasurer&#39;s Office brings its I-Cash unclaimed property database to Northtown on Friday, November 6, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Staff will help you search the database for missing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Uptown. First Saturdays Stitch-a-Palooza is a monthly BYOP gathering for adults who knit, crochet, embroider, weave, spin, or work with fiber arts. On Saturday, November 7, from 11 AM to 1 PM, neighbors meet...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Merlo. Family Story Time at Merlo is a 30-minute program for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 5, designed for kids and their participating grown-ups together on Saturday morning, November 7, from 10:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Beverly. A chance for early readers to build fluency and confidence in a low-stakes setting: kids in grades K and up read aloud one-on-one with certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Mad Hatters of Chicago bring their playful take on story time to Rogers Park on Saturday morning, November 7, from 11 AM to noon. Using hats and props to act out beloved books, poems, and songs,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Young readers ages 9 to 13 can celebrate One Book One Chicago with a discussion of Jennifer Holm&#39;s *The Lion of Mars*, paired with space-themed activities at Sulzer Regional Library. The club meets...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Merlo. Sunday Crafternoon at Merlo offers a calming way to spend the late afternoon making something with your hands. On Sunday, November 8 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, participants can sculpt with clay — all...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The “Aquí en Chicago” exhibition closes with a day of activities, tours, talks, and music at the Chicago History Museum on Sunday, November 8, starting at noon. The program is included with general...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC). This workshop series for K-12 teachers shows how to turn ancient objects into primary sources for the classroom, using observation, inference, and evidence to explore Mesopotamia and Egypt. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Kelly Library. Family Fall Fest brings carnival-style games and seasonal treats to the Kelly branch in Englewood on Tuesday, November 10, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Ring toss, beanbag toss, and other classic games share...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A monthly writing club meeting at the Daley-Bridgeport library on Tuesday, November 10, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The group discusses craft topics and offers feedback on works in progress in a friendly,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A resume-writing workshop for teens at the Chicago Bee&#39;s Teen Space, taking place Thursday, November 12, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Designed for ages 15 to 19, the session covers how to build a first...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Next Gen Archers gives teens a proper introduction to archery in a hands-on workshop at Kilbourn Park, covering stance, safe equipment handling, aiming, and shooting technique under an instructor&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Edgewater. The monthly Tech Talk at the Edgewater Branch offers a low-pressure setting for older adults and anyone new to personal devices. Michael Kennedy, a retired technology educator, leads a conversation...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Uptown. Music and Movement Story Time brings songs, rhymes, and gentle physical play to the Uptown library on Friday, November 13, from 11 AM to noon. Ms. My leads the group through egg shakers, scarves,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at West Lawn. Yoga for Adults meets at the West Lawn Branch on Saturday morning, November 14, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, with mats and other equipment provided. The class is open to all levels — beginners get just as...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Edgebrook. A monthly meet-up for adults who love Disney Parks, hosted at the Edgebrook branch on Monday, November 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Expect casual conversation about park tips, dining, and hidden lore...</description>
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      <title>Young Readers Book Club: The Lion of Mars</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Independence. The Young Readers Book Club at Independence Library takes a different angle on science fiction: instead of just talking plot, the conversation digs into what it might actually feel like to grow up on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Albany Park. A free session exploring how deliberately noticing positive moments can support emotional well-being without dismissing life&#39;s harder parts. Participants practice simple gratitude and reflection...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A monthly book club discussion at Jefferson Park, this time diving into Samantha Harvey’s *Orbital*, the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. The novel follows six astronauts aboard the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Dunning. Baby Lap-Sit Story Time is a gentle, low-key morning for the youngest patrons and their caregivers at the Dunning branch. Ms. Katie leads songs, rhymes, and a few board books, followed by free play...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A family-friendly screening of the 2009 animated film &#34;Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs&#34; at the Chicago Bee library branch on Wednesday, November 18, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The movie follows an...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Chicago Bee. Perler Bead Club is a monthly drop-in craft session at Chicago Bee where teens 13 to 18 can make pixel-art designs to take home. The Thursday, November 19 meeting from 4:00 to 5:00 PM requires no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Albany Park. A free workshop at Albany Park on Thursday, November 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, exploring how intentionally noticing positive moments can support emotional well-being without dismissing life’s harder...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Roden Library. Cookie decorator Nicole Tellez leads a beginner-friendly royal icing class at Roden on Thursday, November 19, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Participants learn piping, flooding, and simple decorative details...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The Patricia Liddell Researchers, a group that specializes in African American genealogy and promotes scholarly research and publishing in Black history, holds its monthly meeting at Woodson Regional...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Tweens aged 10 to 13 can get hands-on with three different kinds of making at this Chicago Public Library workshop. Attendees will check out the 3D printer in action, design with 3D pens, and color...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free workshop at the Harold Washington Library Center where you shape miniature clay foods inspired by fall traditions that are meaningful to you. Using air-dry or oven-bake clay and paint,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The final installment of a three-part series on artificial intelligence and safety, this workshop focuses on what parents and caregivers need to know about keeping kids safe while using AI tools. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. The Any Book Book Club at Sulzer Regional is an open-format discussion for high school teens who want to talk about what they&#39;re reading without a required title. Bring any book, recent or not,...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Teen Basketball Jam at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A basketball tournament for teens 13 to 18, with teams from different communities competing in organized games at West Pullman Park on Tuesday, November 24, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Hosted by...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A holiday-week basketball event for teens, with teams from different communities competing in organized games at Carver Park. Presented by Operation Basketball, the jam runs Tuesday, November 24,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A basketball tournament for teens 13 to 18, organized by Operation Basketball. Teams from various neighborhoods compete in structured game play at Homan Square Community Center Park on Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Loyola Park. Windy City Hoops and Teens in the Park run a Thanksgiving basketball combine at Loyola Park on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3:00 PM. Teens 13 to 18 get a chance to showcase their skills and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Roden Library. A book discussion at Roden library focusing on Ann Patchett&#39;s *Tom Lake*, a novel that moves between a family cherry orchard in 2020 and a summer theater romance decades earlier. The conversation...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Near North. Family Story Time at the Near North branch pairs read-aloud books with songs and movement activities for children ages 2 to 6 and their families, with early-literacy tips woven in for parents and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. On Saturday, November 28, from 11 AM to noon, Jeffery Manor hosts a Family Art Studio where kids ages 6 to 13 and their grown-ups can work on hands-on art projects together. The session is a drop-in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Blackstone Library. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to the Blackstone branch on Wednesday, December 2, for a 4:30 to 5:15 PM workshop designed for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 with an adult. The guided...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at Austin-Irving. Seniors’ Circle is a weekly program series designed for older adults, offering a casual hour to connect with neighbors, share ideas, and take part in rotating activities—some weeks featuring...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. The Student Art Fair at Lincoln Park’s Cultural Center showcases work created by participants in the park’s youth programs, from painting and drawing to mixed media. The exhibition runs Saturday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Chinatown. The Chinatown Branch teams up with the Chicago Tabletop and Board Game Meetup Group for a Saturday morning session where you can finally learn the rules to that board game you bought or received....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Uptown. First Saturdays Stitch-a-Palooza is a monthly BYOP gathering for adults who knit, crochet, embroider, weave, spin, or work with fiber arts in any form. Beginners and experts are equally welcome — the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Gage Park. TinkerCad, a free and beginner-friendly 3D modeling tool, is the focus of this workshop at Gage Park on Saturday, December 5, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. Participants work through designing a simple...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Roden Library. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Roden for a guided, 45-minute session designed to build school readiness in preschoolers. Kids ages 3 to 5 and their adults will take part in...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Nutcracker Storybook Adventure at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). The Morgan Park Sports Center hosts a holiday workshop for children ages 3 to 6 that blends story time with dance. Participants move through a Nutcracker-themed session that incorporates beginning...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. Learn to Play Chess at Wrightwood-Ashburn is a recurring monthly open-play session, not a one-off workshop. On Monday, December 7, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, facilitator Mr. Ron Carter is on hand to help...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A relaxed afternoon card game meetup at the Austin-Irving library, open to anyone who wants to play classics, pick up new games, or teach the group a favorite. It’s a low-key way to spend a Tuesday...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A high-energy, music-forward Zumba party designed for kids ages 4 to 9, happening Tuesday, December 8, from 4:30 to 5:15 PM at the Morgan Park Sports Center. The class breaks down dance steps to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at North Pulaski. Afterschool LEGO Club at the North Pulaski branch gives kids 4 and up a weekly chance to build with LEGO and DUPLO bricks, plus extra materials for testing out engineering ideas. The library supplies...</description>
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      <title>Make Your Mark: DIY Snow Globes</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Independence. A hands-on craft session at the Independence branch on Thursday, December 10, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, where participants ages 6 and up make their own snow globes. All materials are provided, and the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at North Pulaski. A drop-in STEAM exploration session for the youngest learners, with several hands-on stations set up for the full 75 minutes. Geared toward kids 18 months to 5 years old, the Monday afternoon program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Archer Heights. The Archer Heights branch hosts its monthly book discussion on Wednesday, December 16, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, this time tackling Yun Ko-Eun&#39;s *The Disaster Tourist*. The novel follows a travel agent...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Northtown. LEGO bricks are out for free play at Northtown on Thursday afternoon, December 17, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Kids 5 and up can build whatever they dream up, with the note that children under 7 need an...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Brainerd. A low-commitment way to spend a Thursday evening making something small: the Brainerd Branch sets up a drop-in craft hour with paint, brushes, and four-inch-square canvases, no instruction required...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Austin. A monthly song club at the Austin branch that works like a book club, minus the reading: each attendee brings one favorite track to play for the group, then everyone shares reactions and what the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 26, 2026 at Austin. Community Yoga at the Austin Branch of the Chicago Public Library meets on third Saturdays at 10:00 AM, led by instructors from Collective Yoga Co-Op. This all-levels class is sequenced by a teacher...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 26, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A low-key Saturday morning option for anyone who crochets or has been meaning to learn: the Marshall branch hosts a crocheting circle on December 26 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The session covers...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, January 14, 2027 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Wrightwood-Ashburn for a morning of guided, play-based learning designed to build school readiness in math, literacy, and social-emotional skills....</description>
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      <description>Sunday, February 7, 2027 at Little Village. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings favorite PBS Kids characters to Little Village for a guided, play-based workshop designed for kids 3 to 5 with an adult. The session focuses on building school readiness...</description>
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      <description>Friday, June 4, 2027 at Austin-Irving. A weekly drop-in gathering for older adults at the Austin-Irving branch, this hour-long program series offers a rotating mix of talks, creative projects, and casual conversation. It’s a low-key way...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, June 5, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. The monthly Comic Book Roundtable for adult fans turns its attention to superhero couples this June. Meeting at Sulzer Regional on Saturday, June 5, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, the discussion covers...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gentle tai chi series for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 9:15 to 10:00 AM from August 29 through October 10. The sessions focus on instruction, making this a structured...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A girls flag football league for teens runs on Tuesdays from September 1 through October 20 at West Lawn Park, with games and practices scheduled from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The league is set up for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly tai chi instruction session for adults at Broadway Armory Park, running Tuesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8. The class skips October 27 and November 3.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hermitage Park. A weekly art and wellness series for adults at Hermitage Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program pairs instruction in art-making with wellness...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A weekly visible mending workshop at Indian Boundary Park for adults, running Wednesdays from September 9 through December 9, 2026, 11 AM to 2 PM. The program covers practical repair techniques for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A teen graffiti art program at Horner Park meets on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). Instruction covers the basics of...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Mixed Media Arts Open Studio at Revere Park is a weekly drop-in session for seniors, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program offers space and materials...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly art-making session for early childhood-age children at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A free Zumba class series for adults runs Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, starting September 10 through December 10. The program skips Thanksgiving on November 26. No...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly outdoor yoga class at Dvorak Park on the Lower West Side, running Thursdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The 45-minute session is geared toward adults and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 10 through December 10. The class does not meet on October 29 or November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly early childhood music program for Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:05 AM, running September 10 through December 17 at Wicker Park. Partnership-led sessions designed for the youngest participants,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. Chair Yoga at Dunham Park offers a gentle, seated practice designed for seniors, running on Friday afternoons from 1:45 to 2:45 PM. The program starts September 11 and continues through December 11,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly storytime program for young children at Berger (Albert) Park in Edgewater, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to noon from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session is designed as an...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly art program for early childhood at Maplewood Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. The session skips September 25, October 30, and November 27....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Two locations. The Teen Ambassadors program runs over six Saturdays from September 12 to October 17, 3 to 9 PM, and is designed for 10th through 12th graders interested in place-based research and community...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A Saturday morning yoga series running from September 12 through December 12 at Rosedale Park, meeting weekly from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. The program is open to adults and led by an instructor. A low-key...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Readers Theater at Austin Town Hall offers adults a chance to practice reading aloud from scripts in a low-pressure, collaborative setting. Sessions run Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 12...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Tot Spot at Bessemer Park runs Saturday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, September 12 through December 12. This is an open, early childhood program — no registration or structured curriculum, just a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. Every Monday afternoon from September 14 through December 7, Rutherford Sayre Park hosts a storytime and crafts session for early childhood, running from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The program skips October...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A weekly instruction-based program that blends art activities with early literacy skills for young children. Meets Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM at West Lawn Park, running from September 15 through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A beginner pickleball instruction program designed specifically for Deaf and hard of hearing adults, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at Ellis Park in Oakland. The program runs September 17...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Family Arts and Crafts at Mann Park runs Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, starting September 19 through December 19, with breaks on October 31 and November 28. This is an all-ages instruction program —...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly mixed-media art workshop for teens at Humboldt Park, running Wednesdays from September 23 through December 2, 3:45 to 5:30 PM. The program skips October 28 and November 11. Instruction...</description>
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      <title>Teens Photography Intensive at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A 12-week photography intensive for teens at Tuley Park in Chatham, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, September 24 through December 17 (skipping November 26). The program provides hands-on...</description>
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      <title>Creative Writing Partnership at White (Willye B.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. A seven-week creative writing partnership for adults meets Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM at Willye B. White Park in Rogers Park, running October 6 through November 17. The program pairs participants...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Clearing. Chatty Crafters is a low-key weekly gathering for anyone who wants to show up with a project in hand and work alongside other people doing the same. No instruction or materials are provided — bring...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Manning Library. At Manning library on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, kids ages 5 to 13 compare snacks from a different country and rate the candy. The program acknowledges that some products share...</description>
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      <title>Armour Seminar: Bernard Goffinet</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Field Museum. The weekly A. Watson Armour III Seminar Series at the Field Museum brings in science professionals to talk about their work, and this Wednesday, October 7, the speaker is Bernard Goffinet from the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Toman Library. A two-hour crochet workshop for ages 10 to 19, led by Ms. Yesenia of Little Village Busy Bees at the Toman branch on Wednesday, October 7, from 4 to 6 PM. Participants learn basic stitches, how to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at McKinley Park. An afternoon of open Nintendo Switch gaming at McKinley Park for teens ages 12 to 16. The library brings a rotating selection of games including *Princess Peach: Showtime!*, *Minecraft*, and *Mario...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Altgeld. Teen Paint and Sip brings a relaxed painting session to Altgeld on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:30 to 6:45 PM, with glow-in-the-dark paint, juice, and snacks provided. Designed for teens and tweens...</description>
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      <title>Taller de Seguridad Alimentaria</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Little Village. A food safety workshop in Spanish for food-service workers, managers, and operators. The session covers regulatory requirements and best practices for food inspection, held Wednesday afternoon,...</description>
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      <description> at Jefferson Park. Baby and Toddler Story Time brings songs, rhymes, and books to Jefferson Park on Wednesday morning, October 7, from 11:15 to 11:45 AM. The program is designed for children from birth to age three and...</description>
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      <title>Partner Event | Chamber Music Immersive: President’s Playlist</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. Chamber music at the Chicago History Museum, with a program built around a &#34;President&#39;s Playlist&#34; — music connected to U.S. presidents. The concert takes place Wednesday, October 7, at 6:30 PM.</description>
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      <title>Get Your Blood Pressure Checked for Free with CDPH</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). The Chicago Department of Public Health sets up at the Richard M. Daley–W Humboldt library on the second Tuesday of each month for free, no-appointment blood pressure screenings. The next drop-in...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Lone Women</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. The Garfield Ridge Branch hosts a discussion of Victor LaValle&#39;s *Lone Women*, a novel that follows Adelaide Henry as she flees her California hometown for Montana with a mysterious locked trunk—and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A guide to Medicare presented by a SHIP counselor from ASI Services, covering Parts A through D, enrollment periods, eligibility, and plan costs. The session takes place Thursday, October 8, from 2...</description>
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      <description> at Manning Library. Ms. Beronica leads songs, rhymes, and stories at the Manning branch for families with children up to age 7. This Thursday, October 8, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, the half-hour session is a low-key...</description>
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      <description> at Sulzer Regional. The Sulzer Regional Maker Lab opens its doors for an open shop session on Thursday, October 8, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Drop in to work on personal projects or ask staff questions about software and...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. Crafty Kids offers an after-school option for elementary and middle-grade kids, with an hour of games, activities, and crafts at the Chicago Bee branch on Thursday, October 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM....</description>
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      <title>Teen Hangout</title>
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      <description> at North Pulaski. Every Thursday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, teens ages 13 to 19 can drop into the North Pulaski branch for a low-key afternoon. The event includes access to a Silhouette vinyl cutter, a 3D printer, art and...</description>
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      <description> at Mayfair. Tales for Twos and Threes brings a Thursday morning story time to the Mayfair branch, with stories, songs, and rhymes followed by a simple craft and open play. The program runs from 10:30 to 11:15 AM...</description>
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      <description> at Blackstone Library. A free, low-key story time at the Blackstone branch for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. The Thursday morning, October 8 session runs 30 minutes and includes stories, songs, rhymes, and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at West Pullman. Coloring for Adults offers a low-key midday break at West Pullman, meeting most Fridays from noon to 1:00 PM. Each month brings a different theme to the coloring sheets, and the format is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. Teen Paint and Sip at Whitney M. Young, Jr. in Chatham offers a low-key Friday afternoon for teens 13 to 19, with juice and painting supplies provided. No experience needed — all skill levels are...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Sherman Park. Bingo and Lotería take over Sherman Park on Friday afternoon, October 9, from noon to 1 PM, offering a relaxed bilingual session of both classic number games. The library hosts the drop-in event, and...</description>
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      <title>Early Morning: The Pokémon Fossil Museum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Field Museum. The Field Museum opens early on Saturday, October 10, from 6:30 to 10:30 AM for a special ticketed morning with *The Pokémon Fossil Museum*, letting visitors explore the exhibition before general...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A Saturday morning play series for children ages 0 to 5 at Garfield Ridge, running October 10 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Babies and toddlers can explore educational toys, while older kids have access to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A bilingual story time for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups, held at the Back of the Yards venue on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The program includes stories, songs, and rhymes in...</description>
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      <title>Mandela Dot Art Rocks</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Canaryville. A hands-on rock-painting workshop for teens ages 10 to 18, held Saturday afternoon, October 10, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Canaryville location. Participants use dot-painting techniques to decorate...</description>
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      <title>Chair Yoga for Adults</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Legler Regional. Chair yoga at Legler Regional offers a gentle, seated approach to stretching and breathing, led by the organization Healing in Movement. The beginner-friendly class is designed for adults and takes...</description>
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      <title>Teen Volunteer Club</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Gage Park. A volunteer opportunity for teens ages 13 to 19 at Gage Park on Saturday, October 10, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Materials are provided; bring a timesheet if you need service hours verified for school....</description>
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      <title>Community Meditative Circle</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. A weekly meditation gathering at the Portage-Cragin branch on Sunday, October 11, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The hour-long session is meant to calm the nervous system and build a sense of community —...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Mulan (2020)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. The Chicago Lawn branch of the library hosts Sunday Cinema with a screening of Disney&#39;s 2020 live-action adaptation of &#34;Mulan.&#34; The film follows Hua Mulan as she disguises herself as a man to take...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Dunning. The Dunning Cookbook Club meets Monday afternoon, October 12, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM for a monthly discussion centered on one cookbook pick. Participants check out the book, test recipes at home, then...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at West Belmont. Story Time at West Belmont on Monday, October 12, from 10:45 AM to noon brings books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 5 with a participating adult, followed by free play. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at West Town. A community LEGO building session at the West Town library on Monday, October 12, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Kids ages 6 and up can take on design challenges or enjoy free play with the library’s brick...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Edgebrook. A family story time and craft at Edgebrook, themed around space and the moon. Kids ages 0 to 13 will hear silly stellar stories and make a space magnet craft to take home. The Monday afternoon...</description>
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      <title>Leaps and Turns Workshop at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A focused technique workshop at McFetridge Sports Center, splitting an hour between leaps and turns. The session covers foundations and drills for both, designed for dancers of any style and skill...</description>
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      <description> at Little Village. A drop-in craft session at the Little Village branch, with separate craft carts set up in the children&#39;s area and the tween area. Kids ages 3 to 13 can stop by on Monday, October 12, from 3:00 to...</description>
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      <description> at Independence. A low-key drop-in play session at the Independence branch library on Monday, October 12, from 10:15 AM to 1:00 PM. The library sets out toys and games for unstructured, open-ended play — bring a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A weekly STEAM drop-in at the Sulzer Regional branch, mixing science, technology, engineering, art, and math into hands-on activities for kids ages 6 to 13. The session runs from 4:30 to 5:30 PM on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Toman Library. Preschool Story Time at the Toman branch brings together stories, songs, and crafts for a bilingual morning in English and Spanish. The hour splits into 30 minutes of stories followed by 30 minutes...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. A low-key weekly drop-in for adults who enjoy coloring as a way to unwind — no artistic skill required. Bring yourself or a friend to the Chicago Bee Library on Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM; light...</description>
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      <description> at Harold Washington Library Center. A weekly drop-in building session at the Harold Washington Library Center, where kids ages 4 to 13 can work with LEGO bricks and other materials. It takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 3:30 to 4:30...</description>
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      <description> at Legler Regional. A tween book club meeting at Legler Regional on Tuesday, October 13, from 3:00 to 3:45 PM. The format pairs reading with crafts and snacks, aimed at ages 11 to 13. Sign language interpretation and...</description>
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      <title>Claim Your Future: Career Exploration with ISAC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Budlong Woods. At Budlong Woods on Wednesday, October 14, from 4 to 5 PM, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission leads an interactive workshop for teens 13 to 19 on career exploration. Participants learn what...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Legler Regional. Book Club Jr gives emerging readers ages 4 to 7 a low-pressure space to practice early literacy skills. The session at Legler Regional on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:00 to 5:45 PM mixes sound play,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A weekly workshop series at the Humboldt Park branch for teens and young adults 16 to 24, designed to build practical life skills. Each Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM starting October 14, the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at West Loop. West Loop Stitch Club is a low-key gathering for anyone who works with fiber — knitting, crochet, needlepoint, sewing, whatever you have in progress. Bring your own materials and current project to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A hands-on paint-by-numbers workshop at Woodson Regional Library where participants choose from a selection of preprinted Halloween images and arrange them on a personal canvas. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Little Italy. A story time at the Little Italy branch for the youngest patrons and their caregivers. Ms. Hailey leads songs, rhymes, and books, followed by free play in the community room on Thursday morning,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A four-week DIY self-care workshop series at Chicago Lawn, meeting Thursdays in October from 5 to 7 PM. Each session focuses on a different craft that participants take home: soap making on October...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Edgewater. A monthly program at the Edgewater Branch that helps older adults and new users get more comfortable with their personal computers, phones, or tablets. Hosted by retired technology educator Michael...</description>
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      <description> at Little Italy. A regular Nintendo Switch gaming session for teens at the Little Italy branch, where you can challenge friends on Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and other games. It runs Thursday, October 15, from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Manning Library. A SHIP counselor from ASI Services leads this Medicare overview at the Manning venue on Friday, October 16, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. The session covers Parts A through D, enrollment periods,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Uptown. A music-and-movement story time for children ages 0 to 5 that uses songs, rhymes, egg shakers, scarves, bubbles, a stretchy band, and a giant parachute to build early literacy skills. Led by Ms. My...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at American Writers Museum. American Writers Museum hosts a staged reading of “Cold Was the Ground,” a new play from Painted Pistachio Productions that takes its title from a Blind Willie Johnson song included on the Voyager...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A two-hour chess workshop for adults at the Whitney M. Young branch, covering the fundamentals: board setup, how each piece moves and captures, and the point values assigned to them. The session runs...</description>
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      <description> at Woodson Regional. The Harsh Readers Circle holds its monthly discussion at Woodson Regional on Saturday, October 17, from 2 to 4 PM. The group meets in person at the library and is also available fully hybrid via Zoom...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A free screening of Christopher Nolan&#39;s *Interstellar* (169 minutes, PG-13) plays at the Richard M. Daley Branch library on Sunday, October 18, from 1:30 to 4:15 PM. The film follows a crew of...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Michael Haas leads a Sunday afternoon talk at Sulzer Regional on October 18 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM about the Brothers Grimm and the folklore landscapes that shaped their tales — winding roads, river...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Dunning. A monthly book discussion group meets at the Dunning branch on Monday evening, October 19, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Hosted by Jenny, the group reads titles that will be updated throughout the year, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Mindful Monday gives kids ages 6 to 12 a chance to decompress after school with calming activities at the Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport library. Participants learn practical techniques for feeling...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A weekly story time at the Mount Greenwood branch that combines stories, songs, stretches, and a simple craft for toddlers 18 to 35 months and their caregivers. The half-hour session runs on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Legler Regional. A weekly afterschool gaming club where kids 6 to 13 can play tournaments on the library&#39;s gaming systems. On Monday, October 19, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Legler Regional. Free and open to participants...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Chicago BIPOC Birders lead early morning bird walks at Big Marsh Park every Monday in October from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. All skill levels are welcome; binoculars are available while supplies last, and...</description>
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      <title>Better Balance: A Gentle Movement Class for Adults</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Hegewisch. A gentle movement class focused on improving balance for adults, led by instructor Elise Foss and presented by Mather. The session takes place on Monday, October 19, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A weekly story time at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch, featuring songs, dances, games, and books for kids from birth to age 5 and their caregivers on Tuesday morning from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. Space may...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Merlo. A photography workshop for teens at the Merlo branch, where participants learn basic techniques using their phone cameras while completing a scavenger hunt. The session runs Tuesday, October 20, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Beverly. Ms. Izabel leads a cheerful half-hour of stories, songs, rhymes, and play activities for the youngest book lovers and their grown-ups at the Beverly branch, on Tuesday, October 20, from 10:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Kids Craft: Fall Leaf Painting</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Avalon. A leaf-painting workshop at the Avalon branch on Tuesday, October 20, from 4 to 5 PM, where kids 6 to 13 learn a marbling technique to decorate fall leaves. Registration is required for this crafts...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Little Italy. STEAM Tuesdays brings a drop-in afternoon craft to Little Italy, hosted by Ms. Hailey. The session runs from 3 to 4 PM on Tuesday, October 20, and focuses on science, technology, engineering, art,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at South Chicago. A job fair for teens and young adults ages 16 to 24, organized by the South Chicago Branch in partnership with Metropolitan Family Services. On Tuesday, October 20, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, attendees...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A craft workshop at the Garfield Ridge branch where participants make a decorative glass pumpkin lit with rope lights, blending summer-night glow with fall decor. The session runs Tuesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Oriole Park. Bring your knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or any portable stitching project to Oriole Park on Wednesday evening, October 21, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. This is a low-key gathering for sharing what...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A free afternoon screening of the third *Nightmare on Elm Street* installment, in which the surviving kids team up with original franchise survivor Nancy Thompson to fight Freddy Krueger using their...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Altgeld. A free outdoor screening and snack session at the Altgeld library, part of the library&#39;s seasonal programming. The Wednesday, October 21 evening runs from 5:00 to 7:30 PM and includes snacks...</description>
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      <title>Quick Crafts for Adults: Ghost Lantern</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Walker Library. A quick, low-commitment craft session at Walker on Wednesday, October 21, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM: drop in during those two hours to make a ghost jar lantern—think a small, mischievous-looking...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Austin-Irving. Ms. Reed leads a Thursday morning story time at the Austin-Irving branch for preschoolers and their caregivers, running from 11:00 to 11:45 AM on October 22. The session mixes songs, rhymes, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Roden Library. The monthly CAPS meeting for Beat 1611 gives residents a structured way to discuss ongoing neighborhood concerns directly with police and other stakeholders. The meeting takes place at the Roden...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A low-key craft session in Jefferson Park on Thursday, October 22, from 4 to 6 PM: decorate a faux pumpkin with rhinestones and charms. All supplies are provided. Registration is required.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at West Englewood. A low-key early-evening hunt at the West Englewood branch: grab a seek-and-find sheet and race the clock or other participants for a candy prize, with stickers available as an allergy-friendly...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Hegewisch. A guided midday reset session at Hegewisch on Thursday, October 22, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Elise Foss, a holistic trainer and health coach, leads a structured hour of mindful movement, breathing...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A Saturday morning play session for children ages 0 to 4 (though listed for ages 0 to 5), running for five weeks starting October 24 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the Garfield Ridge library. Babies and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at West Lawn. A free Saturday afternoon screening of the 2023 horror-adjacent video-game adaptation *Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s*, showing at the West Lawn branch on October 24 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The film runs 110...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. The Chicago History Museum hosts an evening of short films curated around the theme of interior journeys—both literal and psychological. The screening, part of the “City &amp; State Shorts” series, takes...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at West Lawn. Sunday matinee movies for the whole family at the West Lawn branch, shown in English with Spanish subtitles. The October 25 screening runs from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Subtitles for the deaf and hard of...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at North Pulaski. A 21-minute *Shrek* Halloween short plays twice at the North Pulaski branch on Sunday, October 25: screenings start at 2:00 PM and again at 2:30 PM. In this TV-PG special, Shrek hosts a scary-story...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Brainerd. A fall-themed story time at the Brainerd branch for the youngest listeners, with songs, rhymes, and books led by Ms. Carlynn. It takes place Monday, October 26, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, and is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Logan Square. This event is a story time introduction for babies aged 0 to 1, featuring stories and songs designed for the youngest listeners. It takes place on Monday, October 26, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop aimed at newcomers who want to learn tabletop role-playing without having to buy a rulebook first. The opening session on Monday, October 26, from 4 to 6 PM covers the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Archer Heights. A free tabletop RPG starter kit for teens, available for pickup at the Archer Heights branch on Monday, October 26, from noon to 8 PM. This month&#39;s Grab and Go includes a quick-start guide and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at South Chicago. Video Game Night brings a small but solid library of multiplayer games to the South Chicago Branch on Monday, October 26, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. The Nintendo Switch and PS3 are set up with NBA 2K and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Brighton Park. A landscape painting workshop for beginners at Brighton Park on Monday, October 26, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Instructor Seanice Lenay guides participants through painting a landscape from a photograph....</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Woodson Regional. The Artist&#39;s Studio at the Library brings Art Institute of Chicago–sponsored materials to the Woodson Regional branch for a self-guided open studio session. Kids ages 3 to 13 and their caregivers can...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Merlo. Canvas and Conversation is a low-key painting session at Merlo on Tuesday, October 27, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All skill levels are welcome, with painting supplies and templates provided so each...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A story time for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch on Tuesday morning, October 27, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. The session includes songs, dances, games, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Merlo. The monthly Anime and Manga Club at Merlo meets on the last Tuesday of the month, with October&#39;s session falling on Tuesday, October 27, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. This month’s theme is horror: the group...</description>
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      <title>Medicare Updates: By DFSS Senior Services Division</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A DFSS Certified Senior Health Insurance Program counselor walks through the current Medicare Open Enrollment landscape at Jeffery Manor on Tuesday, October 27, from 1 to 2 PM. The presentation...</description>
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      <title>Ghostober: Ghost in a Jar</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Manning Library. Ghostober at the Manning branch library offers a low-key craft session for the pre-Halloween crowd: decorating mason jars with friendly ghosts. The program runs Wednesday afternoon, October 28, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at South Shore. A Halloween party for kids and teens at the South Shore location, running Thursday, October 29, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. The afternoon includes costume fun, games, and snacks for ages 6 to 19....</description>
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      <title>Operation Space Station: Science and Survival</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at South Chicago. A one-hour documentary screening at the South Chicago branch of the library, following astronauts and Mission Control as they navigate crises aboard the International Space Station. The film is part...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Manning Library. A stop-motion animation workshop at the Manning branch of the Chicago Public Library, open to kids ages 8 to 13. Participants use craft supplies to build scenes and characters, then learn the basic...</description>
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      <title>16th Ward Halloween Kickback at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. The 16th Ward Alderman’s Office hosts an afternoon of Halloween fun and games at Lindblom Park, a community gathering that leans into local connection rather than a commercial event. Friday, October...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Little Italy. Fall Preschool Story Time brings Miss Taylor to Little Italy for a weekly session of songs, stories, and rhymes geared toward kids ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. The Friday morning slot, running...</description>
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      <title>YOUmedia Spooky Game Day: One Night Ultimate Werewolf</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Chinatown. A Halloween game day at Chinatown&#39;s YOUmedia, focused on the social deduction game *One Night Ultimate Werewolf*. Players take on roles as Villagers, Werewolves, or special characters, with the goal...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Roden Library. A Halloween-themed story time at the Roden library kicks off a short parade around the building, followed by trick-or-treating on Saturday, October 31, from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. Candy and a non-candy...</description>
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      <title>Make and Take Crafternoon: Halloween Celebration</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at South Chicago. A low-key, hands-on Halloween afternoon at the South Chicago branch, where kids ages 3 to 13 can make themed crafts to take home. A festive treat is included for participants and their guardians. The...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Little Village. The Spanish-language book club at the Little Village branch meets Sunday, November 1, from 2 to 4 PM to discuss *Temporada de huracanes* by Fernanda Melchor. Part of Illinois Humanities’ Enhorabuena...</description>
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      <title>Teenior Pickleball Tournament at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A pickleball tournament open to players ages 13 to 59 — &#34;teenior&#34; here meaning not quite senior, but not a kids&#39; bracket either. The event at Broadway Armory Park on Monday, November 2, from 11 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A recurring open chess session at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch, held on the first Monday of each month. On November 2 from 5 to 7 PM, chess facilitator Mr. Ron Carter is on hand to help beginners...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at South Shore. Teen Anime Night at the South Shore branch brings together anime fans for a casual Tuesday evening screening, running from 5:00 to 6:30 PM on November 3. Attendees can watch favorite episodes while...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Kids ages 6 to 11 can test their shooting accuracy in hockey, soccer, and basketball at Mann Park on Tuesday, November 3, from 3 to 6 PM. The Turkey Shoot event gives each child a chance to try all...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Mayfair. A weekly drop-in LEGO session at the Mayfair branch, where kids ages 3 to 13 use the library&#39;s bricks to build whatever they imagine. Creations get displayed in the children&#39;s area afterward, and all...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A weekly early-reader book club for kids in grades 1 through 3, meeting at the Chicago Lawn branch on Tuesday afternoons from 5 to 6 PM. The group reads a book together, talks about it, and does a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at American Writers Museum. Longtime independent bookstore owner Roberta Rubin, whose The Book Stall at Chestnut Court became one of the country’s most admired independent bookstores, discusses her new memoir *Turning Pages* at...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A hands-on archery workshop for teens ages 13 to 18 at Washington Park on Thursday, November 5, from 4 to 5:30 PM. Participants learn proper stance, safe equipment handling, and shooting techniques...</description>
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      <description> at Roden Library. A monthly book club for kids ages 8 and older, meeting at the Roden library on Thursday, November 5, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Participants pick up a copy of the book at the library or place a hold in...</description>
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      <description> at West Belmont. A weekly STEAM club meets at the West Belmont branch on Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, offering science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities for kids age 6 and up and their...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Go Run Chicago brings a free, community-organized running program to Humboldt Park on Saturday morning, November 7, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. A partnership between the Chicago Area Runners Association...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at West Lawn. The Field Museum brings specimens, crafts, and snacks to the West Lawn branch on Saturday morning, November 7, from 10 AM to noon. Families with kids ages 3 to 13 can examine real museum objects,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Kelly Library. A screening of the 2026 biopic *Michael*, following the life of Michael Jackson, plays at the Kelly branch on Sunday afternoon, November 8, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The film stars Jaafar Jackson and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Austin-Irving. Simple Stitches Crochet Club at the Austin-Irving branch is a weekly gathering for anyone who works with yarn. Bring a project you&#39;re already stitching or come to learn the basics — hooks and yarn...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A free midday screening of *The Holdovers* at the Harold Washington Library Center on Tuesday, November 10, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. The 2023 dramedy follows a grumpy teacher, a troublemaking student,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at West Town. A representative from the Alzheimer’s Association leads this one-hour informational program for anyone navigating care options for a loved one. The session on Wednesday, November 11, from 11 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at West Belmont. The West Belmont library hosts a monthly LEGO Club on Friday, November 13, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Kids ages 6 and up can build with the library&#39;s bricks and see their creations displayed all month. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Go Run Chicago brings a weekly community running event to Horner Park, organized by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago Park District. The goal is straightforward: get neighbors...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A monthly Braille literacy circle for members of the Chicago Public Library&#39;s Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center, meeting Saturday, November 14 from 11 AM to 1 PM at the Harold Washington...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Saturday Story Time at the Richard J. Daley branch in Bridgeport brings together books, songs, and group play for the youngest readers and their grownups. This monthly program on Saturday, November...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Gage Park. A beginner-friendly workshop at Gage Park on Saturday, November 14, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, introducing TinkerCad, a free 3D modeling program. Participants will design a simple keychain to print and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly volunteer session at Sulzer Regional Library where high school students can earn service learning hours by working on a rotating set of projects. The club meets on Saturday, November 14,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Manning Library. Sahaja Yoga instructors lead a guided chair meditation at Manning on Saturday, November 14, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. No supplies or experience needed—the session focuses on quieting the mind and resting...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Northtown. The Adult Book Discussion at Northtown on Saturday, November 14, from 2 to 3 PM centers on the 2026 One Book, One Chicago selection. This is a regular library discussion group, part of the citywide...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A monthly stitching circle at the Budlong Woods library on Sunday, November 15, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Bring your current knitting, crochet, embroidery, or cross-stitch project to work on while...</description>
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      <title>Let&#39;s Talk About It: Maus by Art Spiegelman</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Beverly. The Beverly Branch partners with Bethlehem Lutheran Church for a community conversation on Art Spiegelman&#39;s *Maus*, the Pulitzer-winning graphic novel about a son&#39;s reckoning with his father&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at West Belmont. The Cookbook Club at West Belmont meets monthly to explore a different cooking style or theme, and the November session takes place Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. You can browse a copy of the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. An open studio program in partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago invites families to create artwork inspired by images of family togetherness by artists including Romare Bearden, Mary Cassatt,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Hegewisch. A weekly LEGO free-play session at the Hegewisch branch for kids ages 6 to 13, happening Tuesday, November 17, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. There&#39;s no set project and no instruction — just bins of bricks...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Beverly. Ms. Izabel leads a story time for toddlers and preschoolers at the Beverly branch on Tuesday morning, November 17, from 10:30 to 11 AM. The half-hour session includes stories, songs, rhymes, and play...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. LEGO Club at Sulzer Regional offers open-ended building and free play for kids 5 to 12 on Thursday afternoon, November 19, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. The session is designed to let children build whatever...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Coleman. Preschool Story Time at the Coleman branch brings books, songs, and rhymes together in a drop-in format for the very young. The program keeps things simple for children ages 0 to 6 with a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A Saturday afternoon reading hour at the Garfield Ridge library branch where kids and teens ages 3 to 18 settle in with any book they choose, and local pizzeria Cipriani&#39;s Pizza provides free pizza...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center’s monthly fiction book club meets on the third Saturday of each month from 11 AM to noon. On Saturday, November 21, the group discusses Per Petterson’s *I...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Cursive Club gives kids ages 8 to 13 a low-stakes, hands-on introduction to handwriting that feels more like a craft session than a lesson. Ms. Lina leads the group through letter practice, name...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Fall Break Camps at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry offer three days of STE(A)M exploration for students in grades K through 8, running November 23 through 25. Younger campers in grades...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Austin. Tween Scene offers a low-key Wednesday evening for kids 10 to 13 who want to put down the screens and do something else: craft projects, board games, or just hang out without a structured agenda. It...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Scottsdale. The Weekend Cinema series brings a screening of *Venom* (2018) to the Scottsdale venue on Sunday afternoon, November 29, from 1:30 to 4:00 PM. The film follows a journalist who becomes host to an...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Roden Library. Medicare Teacher and Norwood Park resident Nancy De Lira leads a practical presentation at the Roden library on Tuesday evening, December 1, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, aimed at anyone approaching 65,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The Bridgeport Knitting Circle meets monthly at the Richard J. Daley Library, offering knitters and crocheters of all skill levels a low-key evening to work on projects and chat with neighbors. The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. Adult Game Night at Wrightwood-Ashburn on Wednesday, December 2, from 5 to 7 PM offers a low-key evening of chess, checkers, cards, and other tabletop games, with smooth jazz playing in the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Chicago Bee. The Chicago Bee YOUmedia runs a certification training for teens 13 to 18 who want to use the branch&#39;s recording studio on their own. Over an hour on Monday, December 7, from 4 to 5 PM, participants...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Simple Stitches Crochet Club gathers at the Austin-Irving branch on Monday evening, December 7, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Bring a work in progress or come to learn basic stitches; yarn and hooks are...</description>
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      <title>Trivia Night at Canaryville: Happy Holidays</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Canaryville. Trivia Night at Canaryville turns its attention to holiday-themed questions on Monday, December 7, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The difficulty ranges from easy to difficult, with prizes on the line for the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Austin. Filmmaker Erin Turney leads this beginner-friendly workshop series on the basics of visual storytelling — covering camera work, framing, lighting, and interviewing for documentary, narrative, or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Logan Square. The Mystery Book Club at Logan Square discusses *How to Cheat Your Own Death* by Kristen Perrin on Thursday, December 10, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Copies of the current selection are available at the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Edgewater. The Chicago History Book Club meets monthly to discuss a book that explores some aspect of the city&#39;s past. The group gathers on Saturday, December 12, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, with copies of the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Kelly Library. The Kelly Kouture Community Closet offers free, gently used clothing to anyone in need on a first-come, first-served basis, with a rotating selection restocked regularly. The closet is open on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Manning Library. This is a poetry critique session for poets at any level who want thoughtful, kind feedback on their work. The group meets on Saturday, December 12, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at Manning, focused on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Edgewater. An adult coloring session at the Edgewater branch on Sunday afternoon, December 13, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The library frames it as a low-stakes way to reduce stress and improve mindfulness — all...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at West Belmont. The Cookbook Club at West Belmont meets on Tuesday evening, December 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, with a new cooking style or theme to explore each month. Participants are welcome to bring a sample dish...</description>
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      <title>Patron Appreciation Day</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. The library at Jeffery Manor hosts a low-key holiday thank-you for its regulars on Tuesday, December 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Staff provide refreshments, holiday music, and goodie bags for children...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Merlo. A cookie-decorating session at Merlo for teens in grades 7 through 12, held on Tuesday, December 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Supplies—piping bags and royal frosting—are provided, so participants just...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Oriole Park. Stitch Night offers a low-key Wednesday evening for anyone who works with yarn, thread, or needle. Bring whatever project you have in progress — knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or another stitched...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Legler Regional. Kids&#39; Cooking at Legler Regional is a 45-minute after-school program where staff teach kids ages 6 to 13 how to make simple snacks. It meets Wednesday, December 16, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North. A free screening of *Don’t Think Twice* in the Loop, followed by a talkback. The film, a 2016 dramedy about an improv troupe navigating the aftermath of a cast member’s big break, remains a sharp...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Teen Basketball Jam at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A basketball jam for teens 13 to 18, where teams from different communities compete in organized games. Presented by Operation Basketball, the event takes place at Rowan Park on Wednesday, December...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Austin-Irving. An adult book club meeting at the Austin-Irving branch, this one discusses John O&#39;Connor&#39;s *The Secret History of Bigfoot* — a book that reportedly treats the legend with more curiosity and cultural...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Lincoln Park branch’s Cookbook Café Book Club discusses *Fat + Flour* by Nicole Rucker on Thursday, December 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The conversation covers recipes, layout, stories, and how...</description>
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      <title>Blood Pressure Screenings with the Chicago Department of Public Health</title>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Douglass. The Chicago Department of Public Health offers free blood pressure screenings at the Douglass branch library, no appointment or registration needed. Drop in on Saturday, December 19, from 1:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 20, 2026 at Humboldt Park. A volunteer session to help process and sort seeds for the Humboldt Park seed library, meeting on Sunday, December 20, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own seeds or seed...</description>
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      <title>WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at North Pulaski. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings a preschool-friendly afternoon to North Pulaski, featuring WTTW Kids characters in a guided learning session focused on school readiness skills like early math,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at Manning Library. Snack Taste Test invites kids ages 5 to 13 to try candy and snacks from a different country, with a group rating session to decide on the best. It happens Wednesday, December 30, from 2 to 3 PM, and...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: A Guardian and a Thief</title>
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      <description>Thursday, January 28, 2027 at Harold Washington Library Center. A lunchtime book discussion at the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, January 28 from 12 PM to 1 PM, focused on Megha Majumdar&#39;s *A Guardian and a Thief*, a novel set in a near-future...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
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      <description> at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for youth at Harrison Gymnastics Center, designed for Level 2 participants. The program meets on Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>ASM: Lifeguard Explorers at Carver</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. The Lifeguard Explorers program at Carver Park gives young adults a structured introduction to lifeguarding through hands-on instruction, meeting twice a week on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. A weekly LEGO free-play session for kids ages 5 to 10, happening Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the Bucktown-Wicker Park branch. The librarian provides bricks and optional build...</description>
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      <title>Stretch and Create to Celebrate Polish Heritage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at West Belmont. A hands-on craft session for kids 6 to 13 that uses special dough to mix, shape, and decorate a take-home memento, all in celebration of Polish American heritage. The workshop takes place at the West...</description>
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      <description> at West Englewood. A low-key Wednesday afternoon drop-in at the West Englewood venue, this weekly teen program runs from 3:30 to 5:30 PM and offers board games, video games, crafts, and snacks with music playing in the...</description>
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      <title>Explore STEAM: Mini Flashlight</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A hands-on STEAM workshop for kids ages 6 and up at the Greater Grand Crossing library, where participants build a simple circuit to power an LED mini flashlight. The session runs Thursday afternoon,...</description>
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      <description> at Douglass. Drop into Douglass Maker Lab on Thursday evening, October 8, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM to work on personal projects using the Cricut electronic cutter, 3D printer, or sewing machine. Staff are on hand to...</description>
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      <description> at Walker Library. A drop-in craft session at the Walker branch for teens and tweens 10 and up, running Thursday afternoon, October 8, from 3 to 5 PM. Materials for bracelets, artwork, and clay sculptures are available...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at West Lawn. A free, bilingual yoga session (English and Spanish) at the West Lawn Branch on Saturday morning, October 10, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Open to all levels, with mats and other equipment provided — just...</description>
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      <title>One Story Time, One Chicago</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A space-themed Family Story Time at the Richard M. Daley branch on Humboldt, aimed at children ages 3 and up and their caregivers. The Saturday morning session on October 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Legler Regional. A chair yoga class at Legler Regional, led in partnership with Healing in Movement, focusing on improving range of motion and easing stress. The session runs Saturday, October 10, from 3:00 to 4:00...</description>
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      <description> at West Englewood. A literacy session for beginning readers ages 5 to 9, using books and word games to build vocabulary. The program meets at the West Englewood branch on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Chicago Bee. The Perler Bead Club at Chicago Bee gives teens a monthly afternoon to design and assemble fuse-bead patterns they take home that same day. Teen librarians run the session and teach the basics, so no...</description>
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      <title>Computer Basics: Online Safety</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Scottsdale. A practical one-hour primer on staying safe online, part of the library’s computer basics series. The session uses Chicago Digital Learn materials and is recommended for adults, covering the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A drop-in mummy-wrapping race at Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, October 15, from 4 to 5 PM. Teams compete to see who can fully mummify their friend first, using what the library...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at King Library. Artful Afternoons offers weekly art sessions for kids ages 6 to 13, covering painting, drawing, sculpture, and collage techniques. The program meets at the King branch on Thursday, October 15, from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Oriole Park. A morning painting session at Oriole Park library on Friday, October 16 from 10 to 11 AM, designed for people who want a creative project without the pressure of a blank canvas. Each canvas comes...</description>
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      <title>Reading Hour with Cipriani’s Pizza</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. An hour of quiet reading with a pizza reward at the end. The Garfield Ridge branch hosts this Saturday afternoon program on October 17 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM for readers ages 3 to 18. Kids 10 and under...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Visit (2015)</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A free Saturday afternoon film screening at Thurgood Marshall Library, featuring M. Night Shyamalan&#39;s 2015 thriller *The Visit*. In the film, two siblings visiting their grandparents&#39; remote...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Edgebrook. Reel Horrors puts your knowledge of scary movies and TV to the test with a Halloween-themed trivia competition at the Edgebrook branch. Teams of four face off in eerie rounds, with prizes for the...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at King Library. King Branch screens *M3GAN 2.0* (2025, PG-13, 119 minutes), the sequel about an AI gone rogue and its creator’s subsequent fight for government oversight. English subtitles for the deaf and hard of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A hands-on workshop at the Back of the Yards library where teens 13 to 18 learn to design their own simple pop-up books. The session runs Monday, October 19, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Registration is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A sewing workshop at Sulzer Regional Library that covers the basics of using a sewing machine while making a Halloween-themed bandana for your dog or cat. The Monday, October 19 session runs from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Dunning. Relax after school with a low-key art session at Dunning, where kids 6 to 13 can make projects alongside friends. The program runs Tuesday, October 20, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, and it’s a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A low-key, library-hosted Halloween gathering at Mount Greenwood for kids ages 4 to 14. Attendees come in costume for a mix of stories, crafts, and games, running Tuesday evening, October 20, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A free after-school hangout for teens at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, featuring laser tag, e-gaming, and music. The party runs Tuesday afternoon, October 20, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM, and is open to...</description>
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      <title>Teen DIY: Make Your Own Voodoo Doll</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Gage Park. Teens ages 13 to 19 can stop by Gage Park on Wednesday, October 21, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM to make their own stuffed voodoo doll. Materials are provided, and no crafting experience is necessary for...</description>
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      <description> at Brighton Park. Crafting Corner brings a weekly drop-in craft session to Brighton Park on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Each week features a new project or a continuation of one from a previous session,...</description>
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      <title>Spooky Paper Plate Pumpkin Craft</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Edgewater. A low-key Halloween craft for younger kids and their grown-ups at the Edgewater branch, where the afternoon is spent making a paper plate pumpkin and listening to holiday music. Costumes are welcome...</description>
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      <title>Kids&#39; Evening Read Aloud Book Club: The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at West Town. The Kids&#39; Evening Read Aloud Book Club at the West Town branch gathers on Thursday, October 22, from 6:45 to 7:30 PM to talk about *The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy* by Donna Barba...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Avalon. Puzzle Club at Avalon is a low-key Friday morning gathering for adults 18 and up who like working on puzzles in good company. Branch staff supply the puzzle, though you&#39;re welcome to bring your own...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. The monthly Memory Café, organized with The Village Chicago, moves its relaxed gathering to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum on Friday, October 23 from 12 to 1 PM. It&#39;s a welcoming space for people...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Hegewisch. A quiet, drop-in craft session for anyone who works with yarn, thread, or a needle. Bring whatever you&#39;re currently knitting, crocheting, stitching, or embroidering to the Hegewisch branch on Friday,...</description>
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      <title>The Doctor is In: Understanding Diabetes</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Beverly. A practical, plain-language session on diabetes with Dr. Marlise Pierre-Wright, a primary care physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She covers the causes and effects of the condition and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Dunning. The LEGO® Club at the Dunning library invites kids ages 6 and up to become expert builders, with all bricks supplied on-site. It’s a straightforward drop-in style afternoon for young imaginations,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Scottsdale. A craft session for teens 13 to 19, where participants make their own decorative moon lights to take home. The program is part of the 2026 One Book, One Chicago season, tied to Samantha Harvey’s...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly book club for high school teens who want to talk about reading without a prescribed title. On Tuesday, October 27, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Sulzer Regional, attendees bring whatever they&#39;re...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Brighton Park. A free blood pressure screening at Brighton Park, offered in collaboration with the Chicago Department of Public Health, gives adults a straightforward way to check their cardiovascular health. The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly Spanish-language play session for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM at Revere Park. The program runs from October 28 through December 16 and focuses on building...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at South Shore. Spooky Crafternoon brings Halloween-themed craft projects to the South Shore branch on Thursday, October 29, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Designed for ages 4 to 12, this session lets young makers try their...</description>
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      <title>Out of School Program (Special Rec) at McGuane</title>
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      <description> at McGuane (John) Park. A Special Recreation &#34;Out of School&#34; program at McGuane Park on Monday, November 2, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 8 to 14. The day includes...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. Adult Game Night at Wrightwood-Ashburn pairs board games—chess, checkers, cards, and more—with a smooth jazz soundtrack. The Wednesday evening session runs from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on November 4; bring...</description>
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      <title>Sensory STEAM with the Forest Preserves of Cook County</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Beverly. A sensory-friendly science and art program for families with kids ages 2 and up, hosted by the Forest Preserves of Cook County at the Beverly branch. The Thursday afternoon session from 4:00 to 5:00...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Budlong Woods. WTTW Kids Learn &amp; Play brings PBS Kids characters to Budlong Woods for a guided learning session designed to help preschoolers ages 3 to 5 build school readiness skills. The Thursday morning program,...</description>
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      <title>Sip and Paint for Tweens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Clearing. A low-key after-school option for tweens at the Clearing branch: juice, snacks, and canvas painting supplies are provided while they last. The session runs Tuesday, November 10, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A relaxed afternoon card game meetup at the Austin-Irving library, where you can play classics, pick up new games, or teach the group your own favorites. It&#39;s a low-key way to spend a Tuesday...</description>
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      <title>Mather&#39;s Grow-It-Together Garden Club In-Person Viewing</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at West Pullman. Mather&#39;s Grow-It-Together Garden Club hosts an in-person viewing of their online garden program for adults 50 and older, with a focus on hydroponic gardening. At the West Pullman branch on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Creative Hour - A Networking Experience</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Learning Lab. A low-key afternoon networking session for creative professionals and enthusiasts, meeting Thursday, November 12, from 1:30 to 3 PM at the Chicago Cultural Center’s Learning Lab in the Loop....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A kids&#39; book discussion group for readers in grades 4 to 6 (ages 9 to 12) meets at Austin-Irving on Tuesday, November 17, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. This month&#39;s title is Jason Reynolds&#39; *Ghost* — pick up...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Oriole Park. A casual, low-key gathering for anyone who stitches — knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or similar handwork — at Oriole Park on Wednesday, November 18, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Bring whatever you’re...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Avalon. A monthly, kit-based robot club at the Avalon branch of the Chicago Public Library, where kids 6 to 13 build small projects like bubble machines and doodle bots. Each month features a new robot to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Fall Break Kids Club at Vodak-East Side gives school-age children a structured place to spend a Monday afternoon, November 23, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, with art projects and games. The program is open...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Merlo. A low-key painting social at the Merlo branch library, open to all skill levels. Painting supplies and templates are provided, so no prior experience is needed. The session runs Tuesday, November 24,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Oakdale Park. The Gobble &amp; Groove program at Oakdale Park gives dancers ages 7 to 11 a three-hour stretch-and-learn session covering ballet, hip hop, and jazz. Participants should bring a lunch for the midday...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Avalon. Puzzle Club gives adults a low-key Friday morning to gather around a table and work through a jigsaw puzzle together, with staff on hand to supply the pieces and keep the conversation going. If you...</description>
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      <title>Gingerbread Creations Competition</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A low-key kids&#39; crafting competition at the Vodak-East Side library on Wednesday, December 2, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM: decorate a paper gingerbread person with provided materials, then have it displayed...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at North Pulaski. Weekend LEGO Club at North Pulaski gives kids 4 and up a free, drop-in style afternoon of building with LEGO and DUPLO bricks, plus extra materials for testing out engineering ideas. The library...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Roden Library. A weekly domino session at the Roden library, running Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Mexican Train is easy to pick up — the rules are simple enough for beginners and families with kids ages...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). Pajama Story Time at the Richard J. Daley-Bridgeport library keeps things low-key for the youngest readers: songs, rhymes, and books for kids 0 to 5, with caregivers. The Tuesday evening session runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Scottsdale. This monthly craft series settles into Scottsdale on Tuesday, December 15, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, with a different project each session. The December craft is cardboard turtles; supplies are provided...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Manning Library. After-school karaoke at the Manning library branch, with the music and microphone provided—you just bring the voice. The session runs Monday, December 21, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, and all ages are...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Brighton Park. A free blood pressure screening at Brighton Park, run with the Chicago Department of Public Health, offers adults immediate results and a quick read on cardiovascular health. No appointment is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, April 2, 2027 at Austin-Irving. A weekly gathering at the Austin-Irving library designed for older adults, offering a rotating mix of activities — from talks and creative projects to casual conversation. Each Friday morning from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at West Pullman. Poets United hosts an open mic at the West Pullman venue on Saturday, November 21, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, with a focus on poetry, spoken word, music, and storytelling from local performers. The event...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Hands-on STEAM brings seasonal science activities to the library, with Thursday evening sessions that rotate through themes like late summer and early fall science, spooky science, and holiday...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, July 30, 2026 at Navy Pier. A fireworks display at Navy Pier that takes place on Thursday nights from July 30 through November 12, starting at 10 PM. The show launches from the pier&#39;s lakefront tip and is visible from most of...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A series of tennis lessons for adults at the NTRP 3.0 to 3.5 level, meeting Monday mornings from 10 AM to noon at McFetridge Sports Center. The program runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026,...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session Basic 1 ice skating class for youth, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The program runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-session introduction to ice dance for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM, August 30 through October 18 — with no session on September 6. The program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A 16-inch softball league for adults runs on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 PM at Harrison (Carter) Park, starting August 31 and continuing through November 4. The schedule skips...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A songwriting workshop for adults at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting on the first Tuesday of each month from September 1 through December 1, 2026. Sessions run from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 4, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Young Scientist brings early childhood instruction to Commercial Club Playground on Friday mornings from 11 AM to noon, running September 4 through October 9. Designed for the youngest learners, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly restorative yoga session designed for two people to practice together, meeting Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM at Berger Park in Edgewater. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Latin at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly Latin dance instruction series at Armour Square Park, running Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 1. The class is designed for adults and focuses on teaching dance...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Independence Park. A pickleball league for adults that runs Tuesday mornings from 8:30 to 10:30 AM at Independence Park, starting September 8 and continuing through December 8. Players register individually rather than...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. A weekly meditation session for adults meets at Simons Park on Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 6:15 to 7:30 PM. The program is instructional in format, offering a structured opportunity...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Chair Yoga at Ellis Park runs on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, September 8 through December 8. The class is designed for seniors, offering seated and supported poses that improve...</description>
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      <title>Nature Babies at Haas</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Nature Babies at Haas Park is a weekly outdoor program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 8 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly storytime and movement session for early childhood at Wrightwood Park, running Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program combines storytelling...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a weekly early childhood program at Margate Park that combines art activities with early literacy skills. It meets Tuesdays from noon to 12:45 PM, running from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Science of Superheroes at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A weekly early childhood program at Clarendon Community Center Park that uses superhero themes to introduce basic science concepts. The instruction-based sessions meet Tuesdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:45 to 2:15 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The activity type is...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly yoga class for early childhood at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly art program for youth at Holstein Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 — with no sessions on October 27, November 3, or November 24. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly art journaling workshop for adults at Gill Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Participants work on their own journals with guided...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. A parent-child play program at Holstein Park, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM from September 8 through December 8. The session is for early childhood instruction, designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. Open volleyball at Touhy-Herbert Park runs Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 8 (skipping October 27). The session is open to teens — no set teams, just drop-in play. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Adams Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. The program is a straightforward drop-in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Kiddie College offers early childhood instruction at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Yoga instruction for seniors at Hayes Park, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A beginner wheel-throwing ceramics class for adults at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The class skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A silk-screen printing workshop at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM, running September 8 through December 10 (no session on Thanksgiving). Open to all ages, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Urban Moves returns to Williams Park for a fall session of instructional dance or movement classes for youth, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 10. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A free chair yoga program for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Rainbow Beach Park. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, with a break on November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekday morning walking club for seniors at Maggie Daley Park, meeting from 7:45 to 8:15 AM, Monday through Friday, from September 8 through December 11. The club does not meet on several dates in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Cole (Nat King) Park, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 8 through December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Park Cardio Cycling at Harris Park runs on Tuesday evenings from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 8 through December 15. This adult instruction class meets weekly for a steady cardio workout on a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly crocheting program for adults at Harris Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM, running from September 8 through December 17, 2026. The program is instructional, so it...</description>
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      <description> at Horner (Henry)  Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Horner Park, running Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session does not meet on September 15. This is a...</description>
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      <description> at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for seniors at Maggie Daley Park, led as an instructor-guided session. The program runs Tuesdays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM, starting September 8 and continuing...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A women&#39;s sand volleyball league runs Wednesday evenings from 5:45 to 8:00 PM at Kennedy Park, starting September 9 through October 28. The league is open to adult players and organized as a team...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Touhy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A weekly stretching and mobility program for seniors at Touhy Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 9 through November 30, 2026. The sessions focus on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for adults at Armour Square Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 2, with no session on October 28....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A weekly yoga class for adults at Garfield Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class does not meet on November 11. Instruction is the focus;...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; Wellness at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly midday art and wellness program for adults at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 9 through December 9. The series takes place over 12 weeks,...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly line dance session for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:15 PM, September 9 through December 9 (with a break on November 11). Instruction is...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A parent-and-child drop-in program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 AM from September 9 through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November...</description>
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      <title>Storytime en Espanol at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Storytime en Español brings Spanish-language stories and songs to McKinley Park on Wednesday mornings from 11 AM to noon, running September 9 through December 9. Designed for early childhood, this...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly yoga program for seniors at Dvorak Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28 and November 11. A low-key,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Margate</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Margate Park. A weekly early childhood art program at Margate Park, meeting Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Acting at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Acting instruction for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM for the fall term, September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Family Arts &amp; Crafts at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts session for all ages at Douglass Park in North Lawndale. The program runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A drop-in early childhood program at Skinner Park that pairs art projects with alphabet-based activities for young learners. Sessions run on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Painting at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly painting program for seniors at Fuller (Melville) Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The activity is...</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A weekly storytime series at Kennicott Park for early childhood listeners, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between September 9 and December 18, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description> at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A 12-week adult archery program at Wilson Park meets Wednesday evenings from 5:45 to 6:45 PM, running September 9 through December 9. Instruction-based sessions skip four holidays: September 23,...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly yoga session for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Thursdays from noon to 1 PM from September 10 through December 3, with no class on October 29 or November 26. Instruction is the...</description>
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      <title>Park Cycling at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Park Cycling at Rainbow Beach gets adult cyclists on the path for a weekly session of instruction and group riding. The program meets Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, running from September 10 through...</description>
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      <title>Goalball (Blind-VI) at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly goalball program for all ages at Horner Park, combining instruction with open play. Sessions run on Sundays from 11 AM to 2 PM and Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM, starting September 10 and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Independence Park. Open pickleball play at Independence Park for seniors, running Thursdays from 10:30 AM to noon, September 10 through December 10. The session on November 26 is canceled. Drop-in, no registration...</description>
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      <title>Creative Writing at Online</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. This creative writing class meets Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM at Berger Park in Edgewater, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. The program is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Norwood Park. A music and movement class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from September 10 to December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26) at Norwood Park. Sessions run from 12:30 to 1:15 PM. No pricing...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Music and Movement at Jefferson Memorial Park is a weekly early childhood instruction program for the youngest set, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 10 through...</description>
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      <title>Hatha Yoga at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly hatha yoga class for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly yoga program for early childhood at Maplewood Park, running Thursdays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM, September 10 through December 10. The series skips October 29 and November 26. Designed as a...</description>
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      <title>Restorative Yoga at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Park No. 571. A restorative yoga session at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running from September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). This is an instructor-led...</description>
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      <title>Progressing Ballet Technique at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly adult ballet technique class at Broadway Armory Park, designed for dancers looking to refine their form through targeted exercises. The 45-minute sessions meet on Thursdays from 10:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood ages at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 10 through December 10. The program takes a break on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Music and Movement at Berger Park is a weekly early childhood instruction series for the youngest participants, meeting Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. The program runs from September 10 through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A seated exercise program designed for seniors, meeting Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:15 AM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The series runs from September 10 through December 10, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Chair Yoga at Green Briar Park offers a seated practice designed for seniors, running Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM between September 10 and December 10. The class skips November 26 for...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekly outdoor yoga class for adults at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, held Thursday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The series runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Cardio Line Dance meets Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26). The program is for adults and...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Drawing and Painting at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at McKinley Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Instruction is included, and participants...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Margate Park. Chair yoga for seniors at Margate Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A weekly 3D printing workshop for youth at Emmerson Park, running Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program is instructional — participants learn the basics of design...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Wicker Park, running Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving on November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly printmaking workshop for adults at Green Briar Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly mixed-media arts workshop for adults at Gill Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM through December 10 (skipping November 26). The instruction covers a range of techniques and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Music is a weekly music and movement class for early childhood, meeting Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Independence Park. A 14-week pickleball league for adults at Independence Park, running Fridays from 8:30 to 11:00 AM, September 11 through December 11. This is an individual sign-up league rather than a team format,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Independence Park. Little Artists brings early childhood art instruction to Independence Park on Friday mornings from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 11 through December 11. The program is designed for young...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A girls flag football league for youth runs Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at Kelvyn (William) Park, spanning September 11 through December 11, 2026. Participants join as individuals rather than...</description>
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      <title>Color Theory &amp; Oil Painting at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A 14-week oil painting course for adults at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Fridays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no class on October 30 or November 27. The...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Mixed Media Art at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Park No. 571. A free weekly art program for veterans at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM from September 11 through December 11 (with breaks on October 30 and November 27). The...</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A free weekly storytime for early childhood at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Mondays and Fridays from noon to 1 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. Line dance instruction for adults at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A drop-in yoga class for adults at Harris Park in Woodlawn, meeting Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM through December 11. Instruction is included, and no registration is mentioned — just show up with a...</description>
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      <title>Family Ceramics at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A drop-in ceramics session for early childhood ages at Ridge Park, held on Friday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. Line Dance at South Shore Cultural Center Park runs Fridays from 1:00 to 2:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program offers adult-level instruction in line dancing, no partner...</description>
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      <title>Yoga Partnership at Berger</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly outdoor yoga series at Berger Park in Edgewater, running Saturdays from September 12 through November 21, from 10:45 to 11:30 AM. Designed for adults, this partnership program offers a...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth basketball league at Kosciuszko Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with games and practices scheduled between 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM. This is an individual...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Portage</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Portage Park, meeting Saturdays from 12 PM to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Warren Park pairs young children with a grown-up for Saturday morning instruction in basic movement and play. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Silk Painting at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly silk painting class for adults at Holstein Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:15 AM. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, with no class on October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <title>Soccer - 3 on 3 League at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A 3-on-3 soccer league for teens runs Saturdays from September 12 through December 12 at Sheridan Park, with games from 12:30 to 2:30 PM. The league is for individual registration rather than teams,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A watercolor instruction class for adults, meeting Saturdays from 1:15 to 2:45 PM at Berger (Albert) Park in Edgewater, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Printing on Fabric at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Park No. 571. A Saturday-morning printmaking workshop at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, where adults learn techniques for printing on fabric. The class meets from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM on Saturdays, September 12...</description>
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      <title>Hair Braiding at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A free, all-ages hair braiding instruction program at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to 1 PM. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, and is open...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly poetry workshop for teens at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12. The program focuses on instruction and creative...</description>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Music and Movement at McKinley Park runs Saturday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. This early childhood instruction program is designed for young children and their...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly nature program for youth at Wrightwood Park, meeting Saturdays from 2 to 3 PM. The series runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Family Table Games at Wolfe Park offers a steady Saturday afternoon option for all ages, running weekly from September 12 through December 19, 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Drop in for board games and tabletop...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at River Park. A weekly improvisation class for adults, focused on instruction and skill-building. Sessions run Mondays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM at River Park, starting September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly yoga class for seniors at Dunham Park, running Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26, or November 23....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly early childhood program for caregivers and their little ones, meeting Monday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Welles Park in Lincoln Square. The session runs from September 14 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly yoga class for seniors at Ellis Park, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no class on October 12). Instruction is included, and no registration fee is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A weekly open studio for adults interested in printing and textiles, offering instruction and workspace at Indian Boundary Park. The program runs Mondays from 11 AM to 2 PM, September 14 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A free weekly storytime session at Maggie Daley Park, designed for early childhood. The program runs on Mondays from 12:45 to 1:30 PM, beginning September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A sewing class for seniors at Foster Park, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 12. Instruction covers beginner-level sewing...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A weekly adult basketball league at Trebes Park, running Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12). Teams play a full season of league games — sign up as...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Dance at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly movement class for toddlers and their caregivers at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Mondays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, September 14 through December 7 (no session on October 12)....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly Spanish-language play-and-learn session for toddlers and their caregivers at Sheridan Park, running on Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping Oct 12, Oct 26, and Nov...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. Art &amp; ABCs en Español meets Monday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:15 PM at Gage Park, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). The program combines art projects with early...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A free, multi-sport instructional program for adults with intellectual disabilities, meeting Tuesdays from 11 AM to 3 PM at Harrison Park. The season runs from September 15 through December 8, with...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A drop-in early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 15 through December 10, 2026. Designed for very young...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Yoga at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Park No. 571. Veterans Yoga offers a weekly 45-minute yoga session tailored for adults, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport. The program runs from September 16 through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Ridge Park. A sewing program for adults at Ridge Park meets Wednesday mornings from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Art &amp; ABCs is a fall early childhood program at Commercial Club Playground, combining art activities with early literacy for young learners. The class meets Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Owens</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Line dance instruction for adults meets Wednesday mornings at Owens Park, running from September 16 through December 9, with a break on November 11. Sessions go from 11:15 AM to noon, focusing on...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Line dance instruction for seniors meets Wednesday afternoons from 12:45 to 1:45 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running September 16 through December 9, with a break on November 11. The...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball League (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Warren</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly pickleball league designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults, meeting Wednesdays from September 16 through December 9 (skipping November 11) at Warren Park. The program runs from 6:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Hip Hop Aerobics at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A 12-week adult fitness program at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM. The session runs from September 16 through December 16, skipping October 12 and...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Ridge Park. A co-ed adult volleyball league runs on Wednesday evenings at Ridge Park in Beverly, from September 16 through December 23, 2026. Play takes place from 6:00 to 9:30 PM, with no session on November...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Leisure (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly youth instructional program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM from September 17 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 or November 26. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Riis</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Riis Park runs as a weekly drop-in program for teens, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM between September 17 and December 10, 2026. Instruction is included, and the program...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A Special Olympics sports league runs at Eckhart Park on Thursday mornings from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, starting September 17 and continuing through December 10. The program is designed as adult...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly Pilates class for adults meets at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, running from September 17 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League 3.0 Singles at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A 12-week singles tennis league for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, running Fridays from noon to 2 PM, September 18 through December 11. The league skips November 27. Registration covers the full...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Aquatic Cardio Cycling at Harrison Park is a weekly low-impact workout that combines stationary cycling with water resistance, designed for adults. The program runs on Monday evenings from 7:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Adult wheelchair basketball runs as a drop-in instructional program at Jesse White Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:45 to 8:45 PM. The season stretches from September 21, 2026 through May...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Latin - Salsa Partnership at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A series of salsa partnership dance sessions for adults at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 22 to November 24, 6:30–8:30 PM. Instruction in partner work is the focus.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Hayes (Francis) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026 (no session on October 27 or November 24)....</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Washington</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for adults with intellectual disabilities, running at Washington Park from September 23 through December 11, 2026. Sessions take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A Saturday morning swim instruction class for early childhood at Foster Park, running from September 26 through December 12, 2026, from 12 to 1 PM. No session on October 31 or November 28.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A short story discussion for senior adults, hosted by the Assistive Resources and Talking Book Center at the Harold Washington Library Center. The group listens to a story together, then opens the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. An evening of board games, cards, and chess at Wrightwood-Ashburn, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack. This Wednesday, October 7, from 5 to 7 PM, adults are welcome to bring their own snacks and settle...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Chinatown. LEGO bricks are available for a drop-in afternoon of design challenges and open play at the Chinatown library on Wednesday, October 7, from 4 to 5 PM. The program is aimed at kids ages 5 and up; no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. Toddler Time at Lincoln Belmont offers a low-key Wednesday morning outing for the youngest book lovers and their caregivers, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM on October 7. The program mixes short stories,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A candle-making workshop at the Wrightwood-Ashburn library, led by IRISEDWARD Candle Co. Participants create their own holiday-scented candles for Thanksgiving and Christmas, working through the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Near North. A quiet Wednesday afternoon to rediscover old-school board games at Near North. Mahjong, Rummikub, and UNO will be on hand, or you can bring your own game and teach others how to play. The event runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Legler Regional. A low-key Wednesday morning for anyone who wants to learn or play dominoes at the Legler Regional library, from 10 to 11 AM. The session is open to all skill levels — staff teach the rules if you&#39;re...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at North Austin. A weekly hands-on STEAM session for ages 6 to 13, held at the North Austin branch on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Activities cover science, technology, engineering, art, and math...</description>
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      <description> at North Pulaski. Drop in at North Pulaski on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM for an open play session for kids ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The program mixes activities and social time; children...</description>
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      <description> at King Library. A basic computer skills class at the King Branch, using the Chicago Digital Learn online resource to build digital literacy. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop. The class meets...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Walker Library. The Walker Branch hosts a monthly book discussion for adults on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM. The October 8 meeting&#39;s title is pending the One Book, One Chicago announcement. Copies...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Coleman. Teen Design Den is a weekly drop-in program at the Coleman branch&#39;s YOUmedia space, offering access to a 3D printer, vinyl cutter, arts and crafts supplies, board games, and movies. On Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A weekly story time and play group for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers, held Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Budlong Woods. The program includes stories, songs, and play...</description>
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      <title>Halloween Scavenger Hunt</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A Halloween-themed scavenger hunt at the Jeffery Manor branch of the Chicago Public Library runs on Thursday, October 8, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Children ages 3 to 13 pick up the activity at the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at West Englewood. A free, straightforward afternoon activity at the West Englewood library branch: pick up a seek-and-find sheet and race the clock—or other kids—to win candy. Allergic to sweets? Stickers are...</description>
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      <title>Teen UNO Tournament</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A UNO tournament for high school teens ages 13 to 19 at the Harold Washington Library Center on Thursday, October 8, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The event accommodates both casual players and those who...</description>
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      <title>Let&#39;s Draw with the Smart Drawing Robot</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A hands-on craft session at the Daley, Richard M.–W Humboldt branch, where kids and teens ages 6 to 19 (along with their caregivers) get to experiment with the Smart Drawing Robot on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Fall Canvas Boards</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Hall. A fall-themed craft session for kids ages 3 to 13 at the Hall in Grand Boulevard, happening Thursday, October 8, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Participants create a wreath using felt images and their...</description>
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      <title>Writing - Prose Partnership at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly prose-writing workshop for seniors at the Homan Square Community Center Park, running Thursdays from noon to 2 PM, October 8 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The partnership...</description>
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      <description> at Albany Park. A weekly drop-in brick-building session at the Albany Park library, running Thursday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The library supplies the LEGO® bricks; kids ages 4 and up supply the creativity....</description>
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      <description> at Avalon. A weekly drop-in craft program at the Avalon branch for teens and tweens ages 10 to 19. Each Thursday from 4 to 5 PM, participants can try their hand at making things they might otherwise buy — with...</description>
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      <description> at Clearing. A weekly story time at the Clearing branch library for the youngest visitors, blending songs, rhymes, and books with take-home activity ideas for caregivers. Thursday morning, October 8, from 11:00...</description>
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      <description> at Hall. Family Story Time brings together stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The program takes place Thursday evening, October 8, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in...</description>
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      <title>Homeschool Family Meet Up</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A low-key meetup for homeschooling families at Garfield Ridge, where kids ages 6 to 13 can play games and do activities while caregivers chat or swap resources. It runs Friday, October 9, from 1 to 2...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Open play time at Jefferson Park on Friday, October 9, from 10 to 11 AM is a drop-in session for kids ages 0 to 5 with their caregivers. The library brings out educational toys and books for...</description>
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      <title>Exhale: A Friday Wind-Down for Juniors &amp; Seniors</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Kelly Library. Exhale is a weekly Friday wind-down for juniors and seniors, running from 12:30 to 3:30 PM at the Kelly location in Englewood. The space offers soft music, cozy lighting, quiet activities, and snacks...</description>
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      <title>Learn about Medicare Options</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A guide to Medicare run by a SHIP counselor from ASI Services, covering the different parts, enrollment periods, eligibility, and plan pricing. The free presentation takes place Friday, October 9,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Walker Library. A friendly, space-themed story time at the Walker branch for kids 3 to 8 and their caregivers. The program includes reading, singing, and rhymes about stars and planets, plus ideas for follow-up...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Scary Movie (2026)</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. Wrightwood-Ashburn hosts a free Friday afternoon screening of the 2026 installment in the *Scary Movie* franchise, in which two friends once again find themselves caught up in mayhem involving...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at North Austin. A weekly story time at the North Austin branch, led by a librarian with stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for children from birth through age 5 and their caregivers. The Friday session runs...</description>
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      <description> at West Loop. A drop-in open play session at the West Loop venue on Friday morning, October 9, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The space is set up with educational toys and books for self-directed play, for children up to...</description>
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      <description> at North Austin. Open Play Time is a drop-in session for kids up to age 5 and their caregivers at the North Austin location. The space offers educational toys and books for self-directed play on Friday, October 9,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A tour or presentation exploring John Prine’s deep ties to Chicago, hosted at the Chicago History Museum on Friday, October 9, at 2:30 PM. The museum lists this as a partner event but has not yet...</description>
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      <title>Self-Care Saturday Wellness and Yoga with Melody Farmer</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at South Chicago. A yoga and wellness session at the South Chicago branch library, led by Melody Farmer on Saturday, October 10, from noon to 1 PM. The practice incorporates simple stretches, breath awareness, and...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago Bee. An hour of open play at Chicago Bee for the youngest set, where caregivers and children ages 0 to 5 can explore toys, games, and blocks together. The session runs Saturday, October 10, from 11 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at King Library. The King Branch hosts a free Sunday afternoon screening of the 2026 romantic horror &#34;Obsession,&#34; in which a hopeless romantic breaks a mysterious willow to win his crush&#39;s heart and discovers the...</description>
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      <title>Grab and Go Craft Kits</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Dunning. Stop by the Help Desk to pick up a spooky craft kit and take the project home, available all day Sunday, October 11, while supplies last. Designed for kids ages 2 to 13, this is a low-key,...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Parent and Child Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A parent-and-child swim session at Mann Park, reserved for families with children ages 6 and under. On Monday, October 12, from 10:50 AM to 12:25 PM, parents can take their kids into the water...</description>
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      <title>Fall Story Time</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Brainerd. Ms. Carlynn leads a fall story time for the youngest visitors, sharing songs, rhymes, and books along with ideas for at-home activities. Aimed at kids up to age 3 and their caregivers, it takes place...</description>
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      <title>Mini Pumpkin Painting</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A mini pumpkin painting session at the Jeffery Manor branch of the Chicago Public Library, designed for ages 3 to 13. The program runs Monday, October 12, from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, and registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A free, drop-in game night at Thurgood Marshall that works memory and recall through a series of progressively harder challenge stations. The event runs Monday, October 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at South Chicago. Card game night at the South Chicago Branch brings together a mix of classic and trick-taking card games, from Go Fish and UNO to Spoons and Spades. It runs Monday evening, October 12, from 5:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at West Loop. A space-themed story time for young explorers lands at West Loop on Monday, October 12, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session blends reading, singing, and conversation about stars, planets, and what it...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Beverly. Beverly Branch Library hosts an adults-only bingo night with prizes, a low-key option for a Monday evening. The game runs from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the branch on October 12. Registration is required in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Canaryville. A drop-in gaming session at the Canaryville branch for teens 11 to 18, offering both video games on a Nintendo Switch and Steam machine alongside classic board games. The event runs Monday, October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at West Pullman. A workshop covering the fundamentals of table tennis: basic grip, strokes, serving rules, and scoring, with practice rotations for one or two players. It takes place at the West Pullman location on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A six-week continuation course for adults who have completed beginner Spanish or have some prior experience, meeting Tuesday afternoons from 12:30 to 1:30 PM starting October 13 at Mount Greenwood....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Budlong Woods. An after-school craft session at Budlong Woods that takes its cues from storybooks, this weekly program runs on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Designed for children ages 5 and up...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Rogers Park. A story time for preschoolers, led by Ms. Tara, with songs, rhymes, books, and early literacy tips. Designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, the program runs Tuesday, October 13, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A practical, hands-on Excel class for people who already know how to use a computer but have never really worked with a spreadsheet. Over the course of an hour on Tuesday, October 13, from 1:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Toman Library. Preschool Story Time at Toman pairs 30 minutes of stories and songs with 30 minutes of play or crafts, a solid mid-morning option for kids 3 to 5 with a caregiver. The program runs Tuesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Lozano Library. Microsoft 101 is a practical primer for anyone who wants to get more out of the core Office programs. The session covers foundational skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with hands-on help for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). The Daley-Bridgeport Library Writing Club meets monthly for writers of all experience levels to talk shop and share works in progress. The October session takes place on Tuesday, October 13, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Gage Park. A low-key introduction to machine sewing for teens 13 to 19, held at Gage Park on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Participants learn to thread a machine and stitch fabric together for a...</description>
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      <description> at Rogers Park. Teen Time at the Rogers Park venue offers a weekly drop-in for neurodiverse teens from PACTT, with activities that include reading, coloring, painting, board games, and Legos. The group meets...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at West Pullman. Mather&#39;s Grow-It-Together Garden Club hosts an in-person viewing of their online garden program on Wednesday, October 14, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the West Pullman branch. The club, designed for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Budlong Woods. An afternoon craft program for tweens and teens at Budlong Woods, where participants make a weekly project, share snacks, and listen to music. Happening on Wednesday, October 14, from 4:00 to 6:00...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. Preschool Story Time brings a mix of stories, songs, stretches, and a craft for children ages 3 to 5 at the Mount Greenwood branch. The program runs Wednesday, October 14, from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. Crafternoon at the Portage-Cragin branch gives kids ages 6 to 13 a chance to make their own projects without needing to bring anything but ideas — the library provides the supplies. The session runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Crafternoon Wednesdays bring a weekly drop-in workshop to Lincoln Park on Wednesday afternoons, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Miss Rebecca leads seasonal and holiday-themed projects for kids ages 6 to 13,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A low-key craft session at the Back of the Yards branch for teens 13 to 18, happening Wednesday, October 14, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Participants can decorate a notebook and bookmark to take home, no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Logan Square. BrightPath Bucktown Child Care Center hosts a story time read aloud at Logan Square on Wednesday, October 14, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. Teachers lead the session, which is geared toward children ages 0...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Dunning. The Dunning branch runs a weekly afterschool drop-in for tweens in grades 3 to 5. Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, the room is set up with video games (Smash Bros, Minecraft, Mario Kart),...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Near North. Retro Game Day at Near North offers a low-key Wednesday afternoon of tabletop gaming from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The library provides a selection of old-school board games including Mahjong, Rummikub, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Douglass. Family Bingo brings a straightforward afternoon of the classic game to Douglass on Wednesday, October 14, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Kids ages 3 and up and their families can try their luck for a chance...</description>
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      <title>Medicare 101 with Mike Salvaggio</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Dunning. Medicare 101 with Mike Salvaggio brings a free educational seminar to the Dunning branch on Wednesday evening, October 14, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Mike Salvaggio from PMB Senior Services covers the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at North Austin. After School STEAM Activities offers children ages 6 to 13 a chance to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on projects. The session runs Wednesday, October 14, from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Austin-Irving. Story Time at Austin-Irving brings Ms. Reed’s usual mix of songs, rhymes, and picture books for preschoolers and the adults who bring them. The 45-minute session starts at 11 AM on Thursday, October...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Northtown. A weekly hour of free LEGO play at the Northtown library, open to kids ages 5 and up. Children under 7 must come with an adult. The session runs Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, with...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Brainerd. A weekly gaming session at Brainerd, led by Ms. Carlynn, where kids and teens ages 6 and up can drop in to play games, show off their skills, and meet other players. It runs Thursday, October 15,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Coleman. Teen Design Den is a drop-in hangout for teens at the Coleman branch&#39;s YOUmedia space, offering board games, creative tools like a 3D printer and vinyl cutter, and arts and crafts. The hour on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A weekly preschool story time and play session at the Budlong Woods branch, designed for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Thursday morning, October 15, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, the group...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Clearing. A morning workshop for preschoolers at the Clearing branch of Chicago Public Library, featuring PBS Kids characters and guided activities designed to build school-readiness skills. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Chinatown. A Halloween-themed craft session at the Chinatown library where teens can assemble a tiny ghost figurine and place it inside a jar. Materials are provided while supplies last, and the program runs...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Uptown. A drop-in craft hour for tweens at the Uptown branch of the Chicago Public Library, happening Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Kids ages 10 and up can work on a DIY project at their own...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A hands-on journaling session at the Daley, Richard M.-W Humboldt branch where participants write about their days and weeks from 2026, then decorate the inside and outside of their books. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at South Chicago. A space-themed story time for kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers, featuring reading, singing, and conversation about stars and our planet. The program is presented in both English and Spanish. It takes...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A drop-in conversation for adults and seniors who want to talk frankly about technology — the frustrations, the benefits, and how to navigate it day to day. The group meets at Jeffery Manor on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Hegewisch. A structured midday mindfulness session at the Hegewisch branch, led by holistic trainer Elise Foss. The hour breaks into four 15-minute segments: mindful movement, breathing exercises, visualization...</description>
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      <description> at Scottsdale. The Scottsdale branch offers teen grab-and-go craft kits every other week, with a pickup window on Thursday, October 15, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. You can take the kit home or hang out in the branch and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at South Shore. A story time designed for babies who aren&#39;t quite mobile yet, running from 10 to 11 AM on Friday, October 16 at South Shore. The session uses stories, songs, fingerplays, and leg bounces suited for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Kelly Library. Exhale is a weekly Friday wind-down for teens 17 to 19, held at the Kelly location in Englewood from 12:30 to 3:30 PM. The space offers soft music, cozy lighting, quiet activities, and snacks — a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at South Chicago. Teens 13 to 19 can make textured, raised 3D autumn and Halloween art using canvas, wall spackle, and paint at South Chicago on Friday, October 16, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Supplies are limited, so...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. The Midway Softball Classic is a 16-inch softball tournament at Wentworth Park, running Saturday, October 17, from 9 AM to 5 PM. It uses single or double elimination, depending on registration. Teams...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Kelly Library. A jewelry-making club that welcomes both beginners and experienced crafters at Kelly on Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies, with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A Saturday morning play session for children ages 0 to 5 at the Garfield Ridge branch, running as a 5-week series on Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM starting October 17. The room is set up with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A Saturday morning story time at the Richard J. Daley Branch in Bridgeport, geared for children from birth to age 5 with their caregivers. The program includes books, songs, and playtime on October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A Saturday afternoon drop-in for kids to play Nintendo Switch games at the Greater Grand Crossing branch. Participants can challenge each other to Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros. from 2 to 3:30 PM on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Uptown. A Saturday afternoon craft session at the Uptown branch, designed for children 6 and up with their caregivers. Participants work on a hands-on project together for one hour, starting at 2:30 PM on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at King Library. Saturday Open Play at the King branch brings out an assortment of toys designed to spark imaginative play or building and engineering skills. The session runs from 11 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Canaryville. A Q-tip skeleton craft kit available at the Canaryville branch on Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Stop in while returning books or picking up movies—make the craft in the library or take...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A book discussion at the Jeffery Manor branch focused on Naomi Novik&#39;s *Uprooted*, a fantasy novel in which a village girl discovers an intuitive magic and confronts a sentient, corrupt forest. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Little Village. The Beginner Readers Book Club meets monthly for a low-key session of reading games and practice, designed for kids ages 6 to 8 who are learning to read. The October gathering is on Saturday from 11...</description>
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      <description> at Field Museum. A Field Museum program highlighting collection favorites, presented in American Sign Language. The 45-minute tour runs on Saturday, October 17, from 1:30 to 2:15 PM and is included with museum...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Disclosure Day (2026)</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Coleman. A screening of the 2026 film *Disclosure Day* at the Coleman branch, part of the library system&#39;s Community Cinema series. The film poses a straightforward sci-fi premise: what happens when first...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Archer Heights. October&#39;s Craft Lab at the Archer Heights branch goes grab-and-go while the library hosts early voting. Swing by the Reference Desk anytime the library is open on Monday, October 19, between 12 PM...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Archer Heights. A pick-up craft kit for tweens, available at the Archer Heights branch’s Reference Desk while supplies last. Each kit includes materials to make an alebrije mask, with one kit per person for ages 10...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at South Chicago. A resume and job-search workshop for teens ages 16 to 19 at the South Chicago Branch, held Monday, October 19, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Staff will help with building a resume from scratch, polishing an...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at South Chicago. A free screening of *Minions and Monsters* (2026), the third spin-off in the Despicable Me franchise, plays at the South Chicago branch on Monday afternoon, October 19, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Canaryville. A monthly American Mahjong session at the Canaryville Branch Library, happening Monday evening, October 19, from 6 to 7:30 PM. The library has a set available, but regulars are welcome to bring their...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. An eight-week art journaling workshop for adults, meeting Monday afternoons from 12:30 to 2:30 PM at Eugene Field Park. The program focuses on instruction in art journaling techniques, offering a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. For adults who have completed a beginner Spanish course or have some prior experience, this six-week continuation class meets Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at the Mount Greenwood branch....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A free craft workshop at the Jeffery Manor branch turns embroidery into a Day of the Dead celebration: teens 13 to 19 learn to stitch a colorful felt sugar skull. The session runs Tuesday, October...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Legler Regional. A free, drop-in computer help session at Legler Regional Library, running Tuesday morning, October 20, from 11 AM to noon. Staff offer guided, first-come-first-served lessons through Chicago...</description>
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      <description> at Scottsdale. LEGO bricks are provided at the Scottsdale branch for kids ages 6 and up to build whatever they can imagine. The drop-in program runs Tuesday, October 20, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, with no registration...</description>
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      <description> at Chinatown. A weekly drop-in help session at Chinatown YOUmedia where a teen librarian offers one-on-one assistance with essay proofreading, resume reviews, college applications, and job searches. Designed...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A monthly resource fair that connects Washington Heights residents with local service organizations, held on the third Wednesday of each month. This October 21 session runs from noon to 2 PM at...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Portage-Cragin. A CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) meeting for Beat 1634, giving Portage Park residents a structured opportunity to hear updates from local police and share neighborhood safety concerns....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A story time for children ages 3 to 5 at the Mount Greenwood branch of the Chicago Public Library, running Wednesday morning, October 21, from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The program includes stories,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A short Play Doh session for toddlers ages 2 to 4 at the Garfield Ridge branch, where kids can use rollers, cookie cutters, and other tools to shape and squish as they like. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. An open-ended drop-in program for kids 6 to 12 at Lincoln Belmont, running Wednesday afternoon, October 21, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Participants can build with LEGO bricks or other construction sets,...</description>
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      <title>Maker Mania: Halloween Edition</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Austin. An hour of Halloween-themed crafts for kids ages 6 and up at the Austin branch on Wednesday, October 21, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The library provides materials for the projects. Advance notice is...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at North Pulaski. A free, low-key story time at the North Pulaski branch that pairs a group reading with time to write and draw your own response. It’s aimed at kids 6 to 13, though children under 11 need an adult in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Douglass. Children’s story time at the Douglass branch brings together young listeners and their caregivers for 30 minutes of stories and movement on Wednesday, October 21, at 5:00 PM. The program is open to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Driehaus Museum. Third Wednesday at the Driehaus Museum continues its series on Wednesday, October 21, with an evening program exploring themes of borders and exchange. The event fills the historic mansion with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Douglass. A hands-on craft workshop at Douglass on Wednesday, October 21, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, where participants paint and design their own ceramic ghost figurine. All supplies are included, but registration...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Altgeld. Bingo Night at the Altgeld library runs on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, with winners entered into a raffle for the grand prize. Light snacks will be available. Those needing sign...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice dance instruction session at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 7:05 to 7:35 PM from October 21 through December 16, 2026. The program is open to all ages and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). A drop-in afternoon at the Humboldt Park branch of the Chicago Public Library, where staff set out arts and crafts supplies, card games, and board games for kids, tweens, teens, and their caregivers....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A weekly DIY self-care workshop series for teens ages 10 to 19, held on Thursdays in October at Chicago Lawn. Each session focuses on a different craft to take home: soap making on October 1, candle...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A monthly CAPS meeting for Beat 1932, the area bordered by Lincoln, Ashland, and Fullerton. Neighbors and police officers gather to identify and prioritize local crime issues and develop strategies...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A nine-session advanced pickleball instruction series at McFetridge Sports Center, running Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, October 22 through December 17, 2026 (skipping November 26). Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Line Dancing at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Veterans Line Dancing at Kennicott Park offers a partner-free, choreographed dance class set to music, designed for adults 18 and up. The Friday afternoon session runs from 12:00 to 1:30 PM, making...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at West Pullman. A free drop-in help session for seniors who want to get more comfortable with computers, hosted by the Chicago Public Library at the West Pullman location. Staff guide participants through the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at West Pullman. A weekly coloring session for adults at West Pullman, meeting most Fridays from noon to 1:00 PM. Each month features a different theme — bring a friend or come solo for a low-key midday break....</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A weekly storytime and craft session at Bosley Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM between October 23 and December 11. Designed for early childhood, the program combines a read-aloud with a...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at South Shore. Drop-in open play at South Shore for the very youngest kids and their grown-ups, with a changing mix of activities designed for learning through play. Saturday morning from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Austin. A map-making workshop for kids 6 to 13 that uses Halloween as its hook. Participants learn to read and create maps to plan an efficient trick-or-treating route, then test their skills on a short...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at King Library. Medicare Teacher Nancy De Lira leads a one-hour presentation on how Medicare works, aimed at people nearing 65, current beneficiaries who want to understand their options, and those helping senior...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. Halloween-themed crafts for toddlers at Brooks Park on Monday, October 26, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. The session is designed for children ages 18 months to just under 3 years old, with a focus on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Edgewater. The Edgewater branch hosts a monthly book club that meets on the last Monday of each month, with the next session on Monday, October 26, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Each month features a different...</description>
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      <title>Simple Stitches Crochet Club: Study Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Austin-Irving Simple Stitches Crochet Club holds a self-guided study hall on Monday evening, October 26, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Bring your own projects to work on while chatting with other...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Hegewisch. A weekly after-school drop-in program at the Hegewisch branch, this session centers on reading with a side of crafts and games. Kids ages 6 to 13 can settle in with a book from home or find something...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. Block play at Mount Greenwood gives kids 0 to 8 a chance to build, explore, and create together while developing learning skills through play. The drop-in program runs Monday, October 26, from 4:00...</description>
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      <title>Tween Grab and Go Kit: Alebrije Masks</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Archer Heights. A Tween Grab and Go Kit with supplies for making alebrije masks is available for pickup at the Archer Heights Reference Desk on Monday, October 26, from noon to 8 PM. Kits are limited to one per...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Scary Movie 2 (2001)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Legler Regional. A free, mid-afternoon screening of the 2001 spoof “Scary Movie 2,” rated R and running 83 minutes, at Legler Regional on Monday, October 26, starting at 2:00 PM. The sequel follows a group of...</description>
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      <title>Cricut Class: Create a Halloween Design</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A hands-on workshop at Whitney M. Young, Jr. library in Chatham, teaching basic Cricut skills to make a Halloween design. The class runs Monday afternoon, October 26, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM....</description>
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      <title>Adult Creative Crafters: Dry Clay Photo Holder</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Mayfair. This dry clay workshop at the Mayfair branch gives adults a chance to make a photo holder, with all materials supplied. Space is limited to 20 people, and registration is required by phone or in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly language-learning program for youth at Revere (Paul) Park, meeting on Mondays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM between October 26 and December 14. The description notes it is an instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A Halloween-themed craft session for younger children at Brooks Park on Tuesday, October 27, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. Kids ages 3 to 5 can make spooky seasonal projects. No pricing is listed in the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A monthly book discussion meets at Vodak-East Side on Tuesday, October 27, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Copies of the current title are available at the West Belmont Branch circulation desk, with many also...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A six-week continuation course for adults who have completed Beginner Spanish or have some previous experience, meeting Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM starting October 27 at the Mount Greenwood...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A henna tattoo workshop at Jeffery Manor for tweens ages 10 to 13, where all supplies are provided. The session runs Tuesday, October 27, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, and registration is required by the...</description>
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      <title>Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3 to 6): El Deafo</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Manning Library. A book-club discussion of Cece Bell’s *El Deafo* for kids in grades 3 to 6, meeting at the Manning Branch on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Copies are available at the branch or can be...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at West Loop. A craft workshop where teens turn empty orange medication bottles into mini Jack-O-Lanterns using LED lights — a clever, low-waste take on seasonal decorating. It takes place Tuesday, October 27,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Pullman. A free, all-levels line dancing session at the Pullman library, running Wednesday afternoon, October 28, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The program covers popular line dances from around the country while...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Altgeld. A drop-in craft session where you play tattoo artist for the afternoon, using Halloween-themed pre-traced sheets and skin-friendly inks in a range of colors. It takes place at Altgeld in Riverdale on...</description>
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      <title>Move Smart, Feel Strong: Cardio and Mindful Movement</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Hegewisch. A low-key, practical movement workshop at the Hegewisch branch, focused on building strength and mobility as the colder months set in. Led by health coach and dance instructor Elise Foss, the session...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. The Halloween in the Parks series brings a daytime party to Grand Crossing Park, complete with costumed characters and seasonal festivities. This Thursday, October 29, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Brainerd. A canvas painting session for kids ages 6 to 13, led by Ms. Carlynn at the Brainerd library branch. The Thursday, October 29 session runs from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, with all supplies provided. Access...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Little Village. A free Thursday-afternoon film at the Little Village branch: &#34;Blue Beetle&#34; (2023, 127 minutes, PG-13) follows recent college grad Jaime Reyes as he returns home and accidentally bonds with an ancient...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Beverly. The Beverly branch&#39;s Climate Kids Club — run by kids for kids — leads a craft session using recycled materials to make something suitably spooky for Halloween. It takes place Thursday, October 29,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. A calavera decorating workshop at Harold Washington Library Center for high school teens, held on Thursday, October 29, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. All supplies are provided to celebrate Día de Muertos....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Hegewisch. A structured midday mindfulness session at Hegewisch, running Thursday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Elise Foss leads a four-part reset: 15 minutes each of mindful movement, breathing exercises,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Roden Library. A monthly book club meeting at the Roden branch, this session on Friday, October 30 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM is part of the One Book, One Chicago citywide reading initiative. The group meets for a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Douglass. Stop by Douglass YOUmedia on Friday, October 30, between 3:30 and 4:30 PM to pick up a grab-and-go kit that honors Día de los Muertos. Each kit includes a wooden skull decoration and colored pencils...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A Halloween festival at Pulaski Park on Friday, October 30, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, with a haunted house, inflatables, face painting, and a craft project. The attractions are listed as subject to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Whitney M. Young, Jr.. A straightforward chess primer for adults who have never quite learned the game or want a refresher on the fundamentals. The session at Whitney M. Young, Jr. on Friday, October 30, from 2:00 to 4:00...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Children ages 2 and up can show off their costumes during a Halloween parade around the track at the Dr. Conrad Worrill Track and Field Center inside Gately Park. The parade takes place Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at North Austin. A weekly story time for children 0 to 5 and their caregivers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. It takes place on Friday morning, October 30, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. Sign language...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at North Austin. A Halloween celebration with crafts, snacks, and games takes place on Friday, October 30, from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at the North Austin branch. Best for ages 5 and up.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Big Marsh Park. Go Run Chicago is a community running program organized by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago Park District, designed to get neighbors moving and build local running culture around...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Canaryville. On Saturday, October 31, from 10 AM to 4 PM, the Canaryville branch offers a ghost tree scene craft kit for ages 3 and up. While you&#39;re there returning books or picking up weekend movies, you can...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Budlong Woods hosts a low-key Halloween afternoon for families with kids 3 and up on Saturday, October 31, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The program includes holiday-themed crafts and games; costumes are...</description>
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      <title>Freestyling Workshop at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A freestyling and improv workshop at McFetridge Sports Center designed for dancers ages 8 to 17. The session works through prompts and exercises to build improvisation skills, with the goal of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Avalon. A screening of the 2019 thriller *Escape Room*, in which six strangers discover the high-stakes puzzle they&#39;ve entered is deadly. Rated PG-13, the film runs 99 minutes and includes English subtitles...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; Wellness at Murray</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. Art &amp; Wellness at Murray Park blends creative activity with relaxation, meeting Monday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The six-week program runs from November 2 through December 7 and is open to all...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop Partnership at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week hip-hop dance program for early childhood participants at Eckhart Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:25 PM, November 2 through December 7, 2026 (skipping November 23). The activity...</description>
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      <description> at Welles (Gideon) Park. The Special Recreation program at Welles Park offers a full-day &#34;Out of School&#34; program on Monday, November 2, from 9 AM to 3 PM, for individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 8 to 14....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Little Village. LEGO® Club at the Little Village library is a drop-in, free-build session where kids ages 5 to 12 can tackle building challenges or design their own creations. Builders can put their work on display...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Beverly. Story Time brings Ms. Izabel to the Beverly branch for a half-hour of stories, songs, rhymes, and play activities designed for children from birth to age 5 with their caregivers. It runs Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Kedvale Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood ages at Kedvale Park. The program meets on Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running November 3 through December 8, 2026. Instruction-based, with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Clearing. Chatty Crafters is a low-key weekly gathering at the Clearing branch where people bring whatever project they&#39;re currently working on — knitting, sketching, collage, embroidery, whatever fits in a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). An open play session for young children at the Richard J. Daley-Bridgeport library. Kids up to age 5 can build and socialize with blocks alongside a friend on Wednesday morning, November 4, from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Chinatown. A weekly drop-in LEGO® building session at the Chinatown library, with design challenges and open play time for kids 5 and up. It runs on Wednesday, November 4, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. No registration...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Project Hail Mary (2026)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Austin. The Austin branch hosts a free afternoon screening of the 2026 sci-fi adaptation *Project Hail Mary*, in which an amnesiac astronaut wakes on a distant mission to save humanity from a solar crisis....</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A monthly book club for high school–aged teens (14 to 18) that pairs the first 45 minutes of an audiobook with a hands-on craft. On Friday, November 6, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Lincoln Belmont, the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A one-mile run through West Lawn Park on Saturday morning, November 7, from 10 AM to noon, with a holiday hot chocolate theme. The course is open to runners ages 6 and up at any skill level....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Clearing. A free Medicare overview session at the Clearing branch on Saturday, November 7, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, presented by MA3 Healthcare Solutions. The workshop covers the basics of Parts A through D,...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Edgebrook. An adult coloring session with a *Golden Girls* theme at Edgebrook on Sunday, November 8, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. Participants pick pages from a color-by-number book based on the show, use provided...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Humboldt Park. The YOUmedia Advisory Board gives 6th through 12th graders a direct hand in shaping library programming for teens in their community. The group meets once a month on Sunday, November 8, from 1:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Dunning. The Dunning Cookbook Club gathers on Monday, November 9, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM for a monthly discussion of a selected cookbook. Participants check out the book, test a few recipes at home, then meet...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Merlo. A monthly meetup for anyone who knits, crochets, does cross-stitch, embroidery, origami, or any other portable craft. On Monday, November 9, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Merlo, bring your own supplies and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Kelly Library. A two-part career workshop series for ages 16 to 24, meeting at Kelly on Monday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The second session on November 9 focuses on dressing professionally and confidently...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. High schoolers can drop into the Sulzer Regional YOUmedia space on Tuesday afternoon, November 10, from 3 to 5 PM to use the maker equipment — 3D printer, Cricut vinyl cutter, sewing machine, and...</description>
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      <title>Sewing Certification for Teens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Merlo. A sewing-machine certification workshop for teens in grades 7 through 12, held Tuesday, November 10, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Merlo. Participants learn to sew a simple bookmark, and once certified,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Craft &amp; Play at Morgan Park Sports Center gives kids ages 5 to 10 a chance to mix a structured art project with free play in the gym. On Wednesday, November 11, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, children work...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A weekly drop-in building session for kids 3 to 13 at the Austin-Irving branch. The library provides the LEGO collection, and participants bring their own ideas — towers, cars, imaginary worlds —...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Logan Square. A book club discussion of Kristen Perrin’s *How to Seal Your Own Fate* at the Logan Square branch, meeting Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Copies of the current selection are available...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at North Pulaski. The monthly CAPS meeting for Beat 2534 is a straightforward way to stay informed about public safety and community concerns in the Humboldt Park area. The meeting takes place at the North Pulaski...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Walker Library. The Walker Branch hosts its monthly adult book discussion on the second Thursday of each month, with the November 12 session from 6:30 to 7:30 PM featuring Richard Osman&#39;s *The Thursday Murder Club*....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Beverly. Pokémon Trading Card Game fans in kindergarten through sixth grade gather at the Beverly branch on Thursday, November 12, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM for casual play, trading, and a mix of Pokémon-themed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Austin. Maker Mania brings an hour of hands-on craft projects to the Austin branch on Thursday, November 12, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Kids ages 6 and up can work on projects ranging from quirky sculptures to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A low-key meetup for homeschooling families at the Garfield Ridge branch, with games and activities for kids ages 6 to 13 while caregivers chat and share resources. It runs Friday, November 13, from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Open Play Time at Jefferson Park is a drop-in session for kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers, with educational toys and books for self-directed play. The hour together wraps up with parachute play and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Dunning. A workshop led by the Old Irving Park Community Clinic behavioral health team on understanding how stress affects the body and building practical coping tools. The session takes place at the Dunning...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Kelly Library. The Kelly Kouture Community Closet provides free, gently used clothing to anyone who needs it, operating on a first-come, first-served basis with a selection that is restocked regularly. Items are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Field Museum. Itty Bitty Explorers gets up close with the mechanics that made T. rex so effective, examining how its teeth and tail worked for eating, balance, and movement. This program at the Field Museum on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Hegewisch. The Young Readers Book Club tackles *The Lion of Mars*, a middle-grade novel about eleven-year-old Bell coping with a colony crisis on the red planet. The group meets at the Hegewisch branch on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Manning Library. A poetry critique session at Manning on Saturday, November 14, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, designed for poets who want constructive, kind feedback on work in progress. The group focuses on generative...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Scottsdale. A monthly Spanish-language book club meeting Saturday morning, November 14, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM to discuss Miguel Ruiz&#39;s *La maestría del amor*. The discussion itself is conducted entirely in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Manning Library. After-school karaoke at the Manning branch library, with the music and mic provided and the singing left to you. It runs Monday, November 16, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, and welcomes all ages, though the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A block play session for toddlers and preschoolers at the Garfield Ridge branch, running Monday morning, November 16, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Children ages 18 months and up can build with DUPLO...</description>
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      <title>Mexican Train: A Domino Game</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Roden Library. A weekly domino session at the Roden library, running Tuesday afternoon from 1 to 3 PM. Mexican Train is straightforward to pick up — the rules are simple and the library provides a set if you don&#39;t...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Mayfair. A weekly drop-in LEGO session at the Mayfair library on Tuesday afternoon, November 17, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Kids ages 3 to 13 use the library&#39;s collection of bricks to build whatever they imagine,...</description>
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      <title>Beginner Stretch Cord Bracelets with Sherri</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Learn the basics of stretch-cord bracelet making in a session led by Sherri, covering bead stringing and color selection. This introductory workshop meets at Jeffery Manor on Tuesday, November 17,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at McKinley Park. McKinley Park&#39;s weekly drop-in activity series for families with kids ages 3 to 13 offers a rotating mix of simple STEM projects, crafts, building materials, puzzles, and toys. On Tuesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: Coast Road</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A discussion of *The Coast Road* by Alan Murrin at the Chicago Lawn branch, for adults who want to talk through a novel about women navigating a claustrophobic coastal town. The library has copies...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Woodson Regional. A monthly community resource fair that connects residents with local organizations serving Washington Heights and nearby neighborhoods. The event takes place on Wednesday, November 18, from noon to 2...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Austin-Irving branch hosts a book club discussion of Shauna Robinson&#39;s *The Townsend Family Recipe for Disaster*, a novel that follows a woman navigating family expectations and her own...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. A weekly LEGO® meetup at Thurgood Marshall on Wednesday evenings, November 18, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Kids ages 5 to 12 work through building challenges and free play with mini bricks, with a side of...</description>
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      <title>The ABCDs of Medicare</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. Medicare teacher Grace Kwon leads a straightforward workshop at Sulzer Regional on Thursday evening, November 19, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, covering the basics of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, plus the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at West Loop. West Loop Stitch Club is a low-key, bring-your-own-project gathering for anyone who works with fiber — knitting, crochet, needlepoint, sewing, whatever you&#39;ve got going. It meets Thursday evening,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Harold Washington Library Center. The Harold Washington Library Center hosts a monthly karaoke program for teens 14 to 18, where you can sing your favorite songs with friends. All genres and skill levels are welcome. This session...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A hands-on workshop at Jeffery Manor for teens and young adults ages 10 to 19, where participants mix their own bath bombs and choose custom colors and scents. It takes place Thursday, November 19,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Cookbook Café Book Club meets at Lincoln Park on Thursday evening, November 19, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM to discuss *What Can I Bring?* by Casey Elsass. The conversation covers recipes, layout,...</description>
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      <title>Turkey Shoot at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A free-throw shooting contest at Rutherford Sayre Park on Friday, November 20, from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, where parent and child team up. Open to kids at least 10 but under 12; registration is per child.</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Veterans Line Dancing at Kennicott Park offers a structured, partner-free dance class on Friday, November 20, from noon to 1:30 PM. The session focuses on learning choreographed group steps set to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Bucktown-Wicker Park. The November adult book discussion at Bucktown-Wicker Park takes up Fredrik Backman&#39;s *My Friends*, a novel centered on a famous painting that isn&#39;t what it seems. The story follows 18-year-old...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Scottsdale. A Sunday afternoon screening of *A Dog&#39;s Purpose* (2017), the family-friendly comedy-drama about a dog reincarnated across several lifetimes whose path keeps crossing with a boy from 1962. The film...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Kelly Library. A Sunday afternoon screening of the 2024 suspense thriller *Flight Risk*, in which Mark Wahlberg plays a pilot transporting an Air Marshal and a fugitive across the Alaskan wilderness. The 91-minute,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Austin-Irving. The Simple Stitches Crochet Club at Austin-Irving holds a self-guided study hall where crafters work on their own projects and socialize with others. Knitters are welcome too. The session takes place...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A holiday basketball event for teens ages 13 to 18, where teams from different communities face off in organized games at Franklin Park. Presented by Operation Basketball, the action runs from noon...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A holiday-week basketball session for teens 13 to 19 at Fernwood Park, running Monday, November 23, from noon to 3 PM. The afternoon includes skills and drills clinics, organized games, and prizes...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Belmont. A screening of the 2023 comedy *80 for Brady* at West Belmont on Monday, November 23, at 1:00 PM. The film follows four older women and devoted football fans who finally make the trip to the Super...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A single-elimination girls&#39; volleyball tournament for teens 14 to 17 at Scottsdale Park on Tuesday, November 24, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Each roster holds up to 10 players and must be coached by an...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A monthly book discussion for adults meets on Tuesday, November 24 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Vodak-East Side. Copies of the current title are available at the West Belmont Branch circulation desk, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Archer Heights. Archer Heights hosts a Tuesday afternoon screening of the latest Minions spin-off, *Minions and Monsters* (rated PG, 90 minutes). The film starts at 2:00 PM on November 24, with snacks available...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A holiday-season basketball jam at Franklin Park brings together teen teams from different communities for organized games. Operation Basketball presents the event on Tuesday, November 24, from noon...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Holiday Teen Basketball Jam brings together teams from different communities for organized game play at Taylor Park on Tuesday, November 24, from noon to 3 PM. Presented by Operation Basketball, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A holiday-season basketball competition for teens, with teams from different communities facing off in organized games at Columbus Park. Presented by Operation Basketball, the event runs Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A practical workshop at the Jeffery Manor branch that walks you through using the Libby and Hoopla apps to borrow e-books, audiobooks, and other digital media from the Chicago Public Library system....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Pullman. A small-group book discussion at the Pullman branch, focused on Virginia Evans&#39; *The Correspondent*. The novel follows Sybil, a 73-year-old woman who processes her life through letters, exploring...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at McKinley Park. McKinley Park hosts a low-key drop-in activity for families most weeks, and today&#39;s session runs Monday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The activity could be anything from a simple STEM project to a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Independence. A blood drive hosted by the American Red Cross at Independence Park on Tuesday, December 1, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments are encouraged through the Red Cross website or by phone; walk-ins may...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at South Shore. A weekly anime screening for teens at the South Shore branch, where attendees watch favorite episodes while trying Japanese snacks and popcorn. The program runs Tuesday, December 1, from 5:00 to 6:30...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. An early reader book club for children in grades 1 to 3 at the Chicago Lawn branch. The group reads the book together, discusses it, and does a related activity. It meets Tuesday, December 1, from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A paper-craft workshop at Jeffery Manor Library where kids 6 to 13 assemble a three-dimensional wreath for the holiday season. The session runs Tuesday, December 1, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A drop-in card-making activity at the Greater Grand Crossing branch, where kids 6 to 12 can create original Christmas cards to be sent to the organization Cards for Hospitalized Kids. The session...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Clearing. The Chatty Crafters group meets at the Clearing branch on Wednesday evening, December 2, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Bring whatever project you&#39;re working on — knitting, embroidery, collage, whatever — and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Jefferson Park. A drop-in open play session at Jefferson Park for children ages 0 to 5 with their caregivers, happening Wednesday morning, December 2, from 10:15 to 11:30 AM. The library provides educational toys...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Legler Regional. Book Club Jr at Legler Regional gives emerging readers ages 4 to 7 a low-pressure chance to practice early reading skills. The Wednesday, December 2 session runs from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, with activities...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A monthly Spanish-language book club meets at the Garfield Ridge library on Thursday, December 3, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The gathering is for discussing books and making new friends; children may...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Roden Library. Saturday Story Time at the Roden library uses stories, songs, and playtime to build early literacy skills for the youngest readers. This session runs on Saturday, December 5, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Friends of the Logan Square Library Used Book Sale</title>
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      <description>Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Logan Square. The Friends of the Logan Square Library hold their biggest fundraiser of the year on Sunday, December 6, with a used book sale in the neighborhood. The sale runs from noon until — well, the posted...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 7, 2026 at Austin. The Austin Branch Community Closet is a straightforward, no-fuss resource: free, gently used clothing available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a regularly restocked, rotating selection. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Clearing. A drop-in painting session for tweens at the Clearing library, offering a low-key way to unwind after the school day. Participants can use provided art supplies and canvas to make their own work...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. STEAM Club brings science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities to kids ages 6 to 13 at Sulzer Regional on Tuesday, December 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The program offers a rotating...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A paper-craft workshop at the Jeffery Manor branch where kids ages 6 to 13 fold and assemble a three-dimensional snowflake ornament. The session runs Tuesday, December 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A winter-themed art workshop at Morgan Park Sports Center gives artists ages 6 to 11 a hands-on chance to experiment with different mediums and materials. Each participant crafts their own project,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly crafting circle meets at Sulzer Regional on Thursday evening, December 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Knitters, crocheters, origami folders, and anyone with a portable craft project are welcome...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. The Garfield Ridge Branch hosts a discussion of Alice McDermott&#39;s *Absolution*, a novel set in 1963 Saigon that follows two American women navigating the complexities of marriage, altruism, and the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A practical, no-fuss resume workshop designed specifically for teens 15 to 19 who need to start or overhaul their job-hunting materials. Teen librarians at the Chicago Bee walk participants through...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Manning Library. Chair Meditation with Sahaja Yoga offers a guided meditation session on Saturday, December 12, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Manning, aimed at helping adults, teens, and kids 12 and up find a calmer state...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Avalon. Twisted Threads is a monthly fiber arts meetup for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and anyone else who works with yarn and thread. The group meets on the second Sunday of each month, including...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A low-key holiday craft session for toddlers at Brooks Park on Tuesday morning, December 15, from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. Designed for children from 18 months to just under 3 years old, it’s a simple...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at North Pulaski. A low-key open studio evening at the North Pulaski library, where you can bring your own creative project or use the provided pencils, sketch paper, chalk, and water-based markers. Tuesday, December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Hegewisch. Kids ages 6 to 13 can drop in for open-ended LEGO building at the Hegewisch branch on Tuesday, December 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. There are no instructions or set projects — just bricks, imagination,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. A LEGO free-play session at Sulzer Regional on Thursday, December 17, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Kids ages 5 to 12 can build whatever they like with the library’s bricks — no instructions, no competition,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 18, 2026 at South Shore. A low-key story time designed for babies who aren&#39;t yet crawling, held at the South Shore branch on Friday morning, December 18, from 10 to 11 AM. The session mixes stories, songs, and gentle...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Kelly Library. The Jewelry Making Club at the Kelly branch on Saturday, December 19, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM is a drop-in gathering for anyone interested in making jewelry, regardless of experience level....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A monthly book discussion at Budlong Woods takes up Aimee Nezhukumatathil&#39;s *World of Wonders* on Saturday, December 19, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. The collection of essays by the award-winning poet...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Dunning. A monthly book discussion group meets at the Dunning branch on the third Monday of each month, with the next session on December 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Jenny leads the conversation, and copies of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. A low-key winter break activity for East Side families, this drop-in program at Vodak-East Side keeps kids ages 3 to 13 occupied with art projects and games for an hour on the afternoon of Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at West Lawn. A monthly book discussion for adults 18 and up held at the West Lawn branch on Monday evening, December 21, from 6 to 7:30 PM. To join this month’s conversation, contact the branch at 312-747-7381...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Merlo. Canvas and Conversation offers a low-key painting session at the Merlo branch on Tuesday, December 22, from 11 AM to 1 PM. All skill levels are welcome, with supplies and templates provided so you...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 26, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Rogers Park Branch Mystery Group meets on Saturday, December 26, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, with the month&#39;s title to be announced. The group gathers at the Rogers Park location (the venue listing...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Rogers Park. A monthly book club meeting at the Rogers Park Branch, where readers gather to discuss a graphic novel title (to be announced closer to the date). The group meets on Monday, December 28, from 6:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Logan Square. A story-time session for babies at the Logan Square branch of the Chicago Public Library, combining stories and songs specifically chosen for children ages 0 to 1. Caregivers stay with their little...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Winter Break Kids Club offers art projects and board games for kids 3 to 13 who need an afternoon activity during school break. It takes place Monday, December 28, from 2 to 3 PM at Vodak-East Side....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. Winter Break Kids Club keeps the school-day lull at bay with art projects and games at Vodak-East Side. The session runs from 2 to 3 PM on Wednesday, December 30, and is open to families with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 11, 2027 at Sulzer Regional. A monthly meetup for adult comic book fans shifts focus to Jack Kirby on Saturday, September 11, tracing his career and influence on the medium. The 2:30 to 4:30 PM session at Sulzer Regional marks...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A weekly storytime and craft session at the Garfield Ridge library branch for children 18 months and up. Early arrivals can color or work on puzzles, then the group settles in for a quick story...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner tennis class for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM from August 24 through October 12, skipping Labor Day (September 7). Instruction is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Red Ball 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM from August 24 through October 12, skipping Labor Day (September 7). Designed for young players working...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for seniors at McKinley Park, led by an instructor. Sessions meet Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10 (with no class on...</description>
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      <description> at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A six-week adult cardio tennis program at Gompers Park, meeting Monday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM. The session runs from September 14 through October 19. No other details about pricing or...</description>
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      <title>Baby Story Time</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Baby story time at Lincoln Park with Miss Rebecca on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, built around songs, rhymes, and books that encourage adult-child interaction. The program targets...</description>
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      <title>Grab and Go Kits: I Love Yarn Day Monster Craft</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Canaryville. The Canaryville branch offers a simple yarn-monster craft kit on Saturday, October 10, from 10 AM to 4 PM — something to do in the library or take home. Designed for ages three and up, the kits are...</description>
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      <title>Pritzker Park Pop-Up</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Pritzker Park. A Chicago Public Library pop-up in Pritzker Park on Monday, October 12, from 10 AM to noon, where staff handle library card registrations, hand out crafts, and share details on upcoming programs....</description>
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      <title>Story Time in Commercial Park</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Commercial Club Park. Story time with Ms. Mary in Commercial Club Park on Wednesday, October 14, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, featuring songs, rhymes, and books for children ages 5 and under with a caregiver. The outdoor...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Austin. Austin hosts a Wednesday afternoon screening of *Ready or Not 2: Here I Come* (2026), the sequel in which Grace and Faith outrun rival families competing for a throne. The film runs 1:00 to 3:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Hall. A fall-themed craft session at the Hall, where kids ages 3 to 13 can decorate and take home a wooden cutout image. The program runs Thursday, October 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Registration is...</description>
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      <title>Sip &amp; Paint: Breast Cancer Awareness</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A Sip &amp; Paint session for seniors at the Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch on Thursday, October 15, from 3 to 5 PM. Materials are available first come, first served, while supplies last. The event is focused...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Altgeld. Teen Game Night at Altgeld offers an unstructured afternoon of board games, PC gaming, and Nintendo Switch play. The session runs Monday, October 19, from 4:45 to 6:45 PM, designed for teens to drop...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at Eugene Field Park on Monday evenings from 6 to 8 PM, running October 19 through December 7. The focus is on instruction, so participants can expect...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Austin-Irving. A free, drop-in LEGO building session for kids ages 3 to 13 at the Austin-Irving library on Thursday, October 22, from 6 to 7 PM. The library provides the bricks for open-ended building, the...</description>
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      <title>Stories in Motion: Early Childhood, Identity, Movement, and Making</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Field Museum. This professional development session at the Field Museum on Tuesday, October 27, from 10 AM to 12 PM, focuses on Coast Salish storytelling and hands-on weaving activities for early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A weekly early-education program for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years at the Garfield Ridge library branch, running Wednesday, October 28 from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The 45-minute session mixes...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A Teen Room craft session in Lincoln Park on Thursday, November 5, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, where participants ages 10 to 19 can paint mini pumpkins with provided supplies including glitter....</description>
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      <title>Fall Perler Bead Fun for Kids</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A drop-in craft session at Greater Grand Crossing where kids ages 6 to 14 can make fall-themed Perler bead creations — pumpkins, leaves, and other autumn shapes. All supplies are provided; just bring...</description>
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      <title>Magic Monday: Turkey Tailgate</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Thurgood Marshall. Magic Monday at Thurgood Marshall turns an hour of November evening into a turkey-themed play session for kids 4 to 6. On Monday, November 16, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, the library hosts games, crafts,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Kelly Library. A jewelry-making social at the Kelly branch in Englewood on Saturday, November 21, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, open to all skill levels. Bring your own supplies and work on projects alongside other...</description>
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      <title>Make Your Own Slime</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A slime-making workshop for kids ages 6 to 13, held Monday afternoon, November 23, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Jeffery Manor branch. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance, and a...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Teen Basketball Jam at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A holiday-week basketball tournament for teens 13 to 17, hosted by Operation Basketball at Ellis Park on Monday, November 23, from noon to 3:00 PM. Teams from different neighborhoods compete in...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Town. The West Town branch of the Chicago Public Library hosts a weekly LEGO drop-in on Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Kids ages 6 and up can take on design challenges or just build freely with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Brighton Park. A free blood pressure screening at Brighton Park, offered in partnership with the Chicago Department of Public Health, gives adults a quick way to check their cardiovascular health on Tuesday...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Holiday Teen Basketball Jam brings together teams from different communities for organized basketball competition, hosted by Operation Basketball at Lindblom Park. The event runs Tuesday, November...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Chicago Architecture Center. Chicago Architecture Center teams up with a children&#39;s librarian to lead a story time about the natural world in Chicago. Saturday morning, December 5, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, kids up to age 5 and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A book club discussion of *The Berry Pickers* by Amanda Peters, hosted by the Lincoln Park Branch. The session on Thursday, December 10, from 6:30 to 7:15 PM covers a novel about a young woman trying...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 19, 2026 at Bezazian Library. A simple Saturday-morning story time and craft session at Bezazian Library, designed for children ages 2 to 6 with their caregivers. The program runs from 10 to 11 AM on December 19, offering a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at Coleman. On Tuesday, December 29, from 4 to 5 PM, the YOUmedia Design Den at Coleman hosts a drop-in for crafting, gaming, and generally hanging out. This one is for tweens ages 10 to 13.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Little Village. LEGO® Club takes over the Little Village library on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 6 PM as a drop-in, free-build session for kids 5 to 12. Young builders can work through a themed challenge or design...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Jumps (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth instruction program at Gately Park that focuses on jump technique, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM between August 24 and October 12, 2026, with no session on September 7. The activity is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Teen Boxing 101 at Addams Park runs Monday evenings from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, starting August 24 through October 12 (skipping Labor Day, September 7). The program offers boxing instruction for teens,...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A pickleball instruction series at McFetridge Sports Center for adults, running Mondays from 11 AM to noon, August 24 through October 12. The program skips September 7 and focuses on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-ntrp-2-0-2-5-level-2-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. Tennis instruction at McFetridge Sports Center for adults at the NTRP 2.0 to 2.5 level, running Mondays from noon to 2 PM, August 24 through October 12 (skipping Labor Day, September 7). The...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Adult 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-week adult ballet class for beginners and continuing students at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 6:15 to 7:30 PM, August 24 through October 12 (skipping September 7). The...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A multi-week adult ballet class for experienced dancers, meeting Monday evenings from 7:30 to 8:45 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 24 to October 12, 2026, skipping Labor...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-ntrp-4-0-4-5-level-4-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. Tennis instruction for adults playing at the NTRP 4.0 to 4.5 level, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 2 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 25 through October 13, 2026, focusing...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-ntrp-3-0-3-5-level-3-wksh-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis workshop for adults at the NTRP 3.0 to 3.5 level, meeting Tuesday mornings from 10 AM to noon at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 25 to October 13, 2026,...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-ntrp-4-0-4-5-level-4-wksh-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis workshop for adult players at the 4.0 to 4.5 NTRP level, meeting Tuesday evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 25 through October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A jazz dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM from August 26 through December 16, 2026 (no class November 25). The session covers jazz...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-hip-hop-youth-2-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-27-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, with no class on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM between August 27 and December 17, 2026 (no session November 26). The program runs as a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A hip-hop dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, with no class on November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-play-hockey-adm-river-pups-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-28-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A learn-to-skate hockey program for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, running Fridays from 5:30 to 6:20 PM and Saturdays from 11:45 AM to 12:35 PM, August 28 through October 17. The program takes a...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kids-martial-arts-self-defense-level-2-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-29-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A Saturday-morning martial arts class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from August 29 through October 10, 2026. Sessions meet weekly from 11 AM to noon, focusing on self-defense...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A free theater program for youth at Riis Park in Belmont Cragin, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through November 12. The program focuses on creative drama...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. A weekly play-and-learn session for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at White (Edward H.) Park in West Pullman. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood ages at Ken-Well Park, running Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, September 8 through December 8. The program combines reading with hands-on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at River Park. A weekly youth improvisation program at River Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session is for young people and focuses on instruction in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A screen-printing class for teens at Indian Boundary Park, running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. Participants learn...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood meets at Adams Park on Tuesday mornings from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 8 through December 8 (with no session on October 27). The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Tiny Tot Tumbling is a weekly movement program for early childhood, held Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The session runs from September 8 through December 8,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Chair Exercise at Taylor-Lauridsen Park offers a weekly seated workout for seniors, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 1 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for youth at Wilson Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27, November 3, or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. A pickleball league for adults runs Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Margate Park in Uptown, spanning September 8 through December 8 with a break on October 27. Teams compete in a league...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Cooper</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cooper (Jack) Park. An early childhood instruction program at Cooper (Jack) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moore (Maurice) Park. Chair Exercise at Moore Park runs as a twice-weekly program for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM between September 8 and December 10. The session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Jesse White Park in River North, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Chess instruction for youth at Smith Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 3 to 4 PM from September 8 through December 11, with no sessions on October 27, October 30, and November 24. The program...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A garden club for adults meeting at Kilbourn Park from September 8 through December 12, 2026. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 3 PM, and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Ceramics Open Studio at Athletic Field Park offers adults drop-in access to the pottery studio with multiple time slots throughout the week. From September 8 through December 12, the studio is open...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Chair Yoga at Harris Park offers a gentle, chair-supported practice designed for seniors, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 17 (skipping Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <description> at Horner (Henry)  Park. A woodcraft workshop for adults at Horner Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The session focuses on instruction in woodworking techniques....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A twelve-week adult dance fundamentals series runs Wednesday evenings at Berger Park from September 9 through November 25, 7:00 to 7:45 PM. The class does not meet on November 11. Registration is...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Rutherford Sayre Park. Runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly Music and Movement program for early childhood at Haas Park in Logan Square, running Wednesdays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM, September 9 through December 9. The class does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Zumba at Kelly Park runs Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. This adult instruction class offers a regular midweek workout in Brighton Park.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts session for all ages at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A weekly crocheting workshop for adults at Amundsen Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM from September 9 through December 9 (no session on November 11). The program is instruction-based,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Maplewood Park, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program takes a break on October 28, November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Paper Plane Engineering at Berger Park runs Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). It&#39;s a weekly instruction program for youth — essentially a...</description>
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      <title>Crafting Plushies at Indian Boundary</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A weekly after-school sewing and craft program at Indian Boundary Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session is for youth and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. A weekly social club for teens meets at O&#39;Hallaren Park in Auburn Gresham on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). Drop-in style, with no...</description>
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      <title>Improvisation at Berger</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly improv workshop for youth at Berger Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program runs for the full fall season and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Trash to Treasure at Foster</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A 13-week adult workshop series at Foster Park that turns discarded materials into art or functional objects. Participants meet Wednesday evenings from 6:15 to 7:45 PM, running September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Trash to Treasure at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly adult workshop at Harrison (Carter) Park where participants turn discarded materials into functional or decorative objects. The program meets Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Mini Movers at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. Mini Movers is a weekly movement and instruction program for early childhood participants, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Wrightwood Park. The session runs from September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly yoga class for early childhood participants at Sheil Community Center Park, held Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media Arts at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A mixed-media arts program for seniors at La Follette Park, running from September 9 through December 11. The schedule varies by day: Mondays and Fridays from 10:30 AM to noon, and Wednesdays from...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A twice-weekly midday movement class at Holstein Park, designed for adults to work on flexibility, strength, and balance. Sessions meet Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 1 PM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Stained Glass at Berger</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A stained-glass workshop for adults at Berger Park in Edgewater, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM between September 9 and December 11, 2026. The session on Wednesday, November 11...</description>
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      <title>Girls Seasonal Sports at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A recreational sports program for girls at Ogden Park in Englewood, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4 to 6 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program provides...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Independence</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly early childhood program combining art and early literacy at Independence Park, meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM, running from September 10 through December 10. The...</description>
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      <title>Oil Painting at Ken-Well</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A weekly oil painting class for adults at Ken-Well Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips November 5 and November 26. Instruction is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Pickleball instruction for adults runs on Thursday evenings at Eugene Field Park, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, starting September 10 through December 10. The session does not meet on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Little Artists at Adams Park offers weekly art instruction for early childhood participants, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 AM to noon, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly social gathering for seniors at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program takes a break on October...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A barre-based strength and conditioning class for adults, held at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center on Thursdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM, running from September 10 through December 10. The program skips...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A weekly movement class focused on building strength, flexibility, and balance through controlled exercise. Tone Stretch Balance meets Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Brighton Park Community...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Chess meets twice a week at Rainbow Beach Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:15 PM, running from September 10 through December 10 (with no session on November 26). Open to adults, with no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. A weekly gardening program for youth at Moran (Terrance) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). Participants get hands-on instruction...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at Warren Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program skips October 29 and November 26. Registration covers...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Little Artists brings a weekly instruction session for early childhood to Gill Park on Thursday afternoons from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekly printmaking class for teens, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving week...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Holstein Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction is a weekly early-childhood program at Holstein Park that pairs caregivers with their little ones for guided play and instruction. The class meets Thursdays from 9:15 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for teens at Fosco Park, running Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:50 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving week (November 26)....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A weekly Girl Scouts program for teens runs Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Columbus Park, from September 10 through December 17, 2026, skipping November 26. Instruction-based meetings focus on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Piano Partnership at Franklin offers regular access to pianos at Benjamin Franklin Park, with open play sessions on Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The program...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. Rising Stars Gymnastics provides early childhood gymnastics instruction at Harris Gymnastics, meeting Fridays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Oriole Park. A family-friendly open basketball session at Oriole Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. All ages are welcome. The program does not meet on October 30...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly storytime series for early childhood at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program takes a break on October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Art Journaling at Gill</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Art Journaling meets at Gill Park on Fridays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM, running September 11 through December 11. The program is instruction-based and designed for adults. Participants work on their own...</description>
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      <title>Tai Chi at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly tai chi instruction session for adults at Broadway Armory Park, running Fridays from noon to 1 PM. The program starts September 11 and continues through December 11, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Emmerson</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A weekly food-themed program for early childhood at Emmerson Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. Family Arts and Crafts at Wrightwood Park is a weekly drop-in program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM, September 11 through December 11 (skipping October 30 and November...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly building club for kids at Welles Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, with no session on October 30 or November 27. The program provides...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A free, twice-weekly walking group meets at Ogden Park for adults, a low-key way to stay active and explore the neighborhood on foot. The club gathers Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for girls at Garfield Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM, September 12 through December 12. The class is designed for youth working at Level 1...</description>
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      <title>Stained Glass at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A 12-week stained glass course at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, designed for adults who want to learn or refine the craft. The program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM and...</description>
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      <title>3D Design Arts at Haas</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly 3D design class for youth at Haas Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, September 12 through December 12. The program skips October 31 and November 28. Registration covers the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A textile arts program for teens runs Saturdays from noon to 2 PM at Indian Boundary Park, from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Participants receive instruction in fabric-based techniques...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly pickleball program at Mount Greenwood Park designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults, running Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM between September 13 and November 8. The session includes...</description>
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      <title>Badminton League at Warren</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Badminton League at Warren Park runs Sundays from 9 AM to 3 PM, September 13 through December 20, 2026, with no session on November 15. This is a team-based league for adults, offering a structured...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media - Painting at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly painting class for seniors at Humboldt Park, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12 or 26). The program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Watercolor at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly watercolor class for adults meeting Monday mornings from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at Harrison (Carter) Park. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Mommy and Me Ballet at Washington</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A parent-child ballet class for early childhood, meeting Monday mornings from 10:15 to 11:00 AM at Washington Park. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Chair Yoga at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A low-impact chair yoga series for seniors at Dvorak Park, designed to improve flexibility and mobility without getting down to the floor. Sessions run on Mondays from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, September...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly early childhood music and movement program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Mondays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. The series skips October 12, October 26,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A fall art series for early childhood at Maplewood Park, meeting Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM between September 14 and December 7, 2026. The program skips October 12, October 26, and November 23....</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood, running Mondays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Sheil Community Center Park. The program starts September 14 and continues through December 7, with...</description>
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      <title>Canvas Painting at Horner</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly canvas painting class for adults, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at Horner Park. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12. Instruction...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A jazz band for adults meets Monday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at Horner Park, running from September 14 through December 7. This is an instructional program for adult musicians looking to play in...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Oz</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oz Park. A music and movement class for young children at Oz Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, running from September 14 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A weekly set design class for young adults at Columbus Park, running Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM between September 15 and December 8, 2026. Participants receive instruction in the craft of designing and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly flag football program for adults with intellectual disabilities, running Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon at Eckhart Park. The season stretches from September 15 through December 8, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A Zumba class runs on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Mann (James) Park in Hegewisch, starting September 15 and continuing through December 8. Open to all ages, the program is led with instruction...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A low-impact cardio exercise class designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults, meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. The program runs from September 15 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A line dance program for seniors at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, from September 15 through December 10. Instruction is included, and the program takes a break on...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports - Fall at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A fall sports program for athletes of all ages meets Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Shabbona Park, running September 16 through December 9. The session includes instruction and seasonal...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Dance at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-dance-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-16-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly dance class for toddlers and their caregivers at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. The program runs from September 16 through December 9,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A ceramics instruction series for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 7 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The schedule skips November 11. No pricing...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly instructional program for adults combining music and crafts at Mount Greenwood Park. Sessions meet Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 16 through December 9, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly mixed-media art class for adults at Wilson Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM from September 17 through December 10, 2026. The series skips October 29 and November 26. Instruction...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/teen-leadership-club-deaf-hoh-at-park-no-596-2026-09-18-brighton-park-community-campus/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). This teen leadership club for Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants meets Fridays from September 18 through December 11 at Brighton Park Community Campus, running from 3:30 to 9:00 PM each week. The...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Small group personal training sessions for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 4:45 PM. The program runs from September 18 through December 11, 2026. Instruction...</description>
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      <title>Youth Soccer and Basketball (Deaf &amp; HOH) at McKinley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/youth-soccer-and-basketball-deaf-hoh-at-mckinley-2026-09-19-mckinley-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly youth soccer and basketball program at McKinley Park designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing participants, running Saturdays from 10 AM to noon from September 19 through November 28. The...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A seasonal sports program for adults with intellectual disabilities, running Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Eckhart Park. The session begins September 19 and continues through December 12, with no...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League Mens 5.0 Singles at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-mens-50-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-20-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A men&#39;s 5.0 singles tennis league at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 9:00 to 11:00 PM, September 20 through December 13, 2026. This is an individual league for adult players, with no...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Fernwood</title>
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      <description> at Fernwood Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Fernwood Park, running on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session begins September 22 and continues through December 8, with no class on October...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Shabbona</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors, meeting at Shabbona Park on Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 23 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-ii-low-impact-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-24-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon. The program runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Block Play</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A drop-in block-play session at the Daley, Richard J.–Bridgeport library this Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Designed for kids ages 0 to 5, it’s a straightforward chance to make...</description>
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      <title>Preschool Story Time</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A steady story time for preschoolers at the Mount Greenwood branch of the Chicago Public Library, combining stories, songs, stretches, and a craft for children ages 3 to 5. It runs from 11:30 AM to...</description>
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      <title>Live Jazz with Myles Hayes at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago</title>
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      <description> at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Live jazz by Myles Hayes at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago in Streeterville, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 8:30 PM. A straightforward set of dates for a hotel lounge performance.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Canaryville. A low-key building activity for toddlers and preschoolers at Canaryville, designed to work on engineering, motor, and analytical skills through hands-on play. The session runs Friday, October 9, from...</description>
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      <title>Building Challenges and Games</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at North Austin. A drop-in building and games session at North Austin on Friday, October 9, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Kids ages 6 to 13 can use their imagination to tackle building challenges or play games. No...</description>
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      <title>Live Music with Annalee Hooson at Torali Rooftop – Fridays</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/live-music-with-annalee-hooson-at-torali-rooftop-fridays-at-torali-italian-steak/</link>
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      <description> at Torali Italian-Steak. Live music from Annalee Hooson on Friday, October 9, at Torali Italian-Steak&#39;s rooftop. No time or cover charge is listed.</description>
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      <title>Kelly Kouture Community Closet</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Kelly Library. The Kelly Kouture Community Closet provides free, gently used clothing to anyone in need, with a rotating selection restocked regularly. It runs on Saturday, October 10, from 12 to 2 PM at the Kelly...</description>
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      <title>Spanish Study Group</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Avalon. The Avalon Spanish Study Group operates on a peer-led model — &#34;We teach each other&#34; — and welcomes basic beginners and advanced beginners alike. Sessions cover grammar, pronunciation, reading,...</description>
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      <title>Medicare 101</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Clearing. Medicare 101 at the Clearing branch on Saturday, October 10, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, is a straightforward, unbiased primer on the basics of Medicare — Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, enrollment...</description>
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      <title>LEGO® Club</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Budlong Woods. LEGO Club at Budlong Woods on Saturday, October 10, from 2 to 3 PM, invites families with kids 5 and up to build freely or take on a design challenge. The library provides the bricks; participants...</description>
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      <title>Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago – Saturdays &amp; Sundays</title>
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      <description> at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago is a refined weekend tradition in Streeterville, offered Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11, 2026. Expect a classic selection of teas, finger sandwiches,...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Minions and Monsters (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Budlong Woods. Budlong Woods hosts a free afternoon screening of &#34;Minions and Monsters,&#34; the third spin-off in the Despicable Me franchise, running 90 minutes and rated PG. The film plays Monday, October 12, from...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Fun Day Games &amp; Drills at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An hour of tennis games and drills at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for kids ages 8 to 13. The session runs from 3:00 to 4:00 PM on Monday, October 12.</description>
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      <title>Family Craft Night</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Roden Library. Family Craft Night at the Roden library offers a themed project with materials provided, designed for children ages 3 to 13 and their families. The session runs Tuesday, October 13, from 5:00 to 6:00...</description>
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      <title>Tuesday Story Time</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A weekly story time for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch, featuring songs, dances, games, and books. Attendance is first come, first served. The program runs...</description>
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      <title>Game Night</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Douglass. Board games, an assortment provided, for adults 18 and up at the Douglass library on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Bring a friend or come solo to meet people over a classic game. The...</description>
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      <title>Family Fun</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at McKinley Park. McKinley Park hosts a drop-in family activity on Tuesday, October 13, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, with a rotating offering that might include a simple STEM or craft project, building materials, puzzles,...</description>
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      <title>Chess for Beginners</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Jefferson Park. Chess for Beginners is an open-play session for anyone looking to learn the game or practice their moves, held at Jefferson Park. All materials are provided, so you just need to show up on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Sherman Park. A weekly after-school drop-in at Sherman Park for kids ages 6 to 13, with games, crafts, and other activities on Thursday, October 15, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Kids under 11 need to bring an adult...</description>
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      <title>State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid Mobile Office Hours</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid&#39;s office sets up at the Garfield Ridge Library on Thursday, October 15, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, for in-person help navigating state agencies, accessing...</description>
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      <title>Basic Computer Skills Help for Seniors</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at West Pullman. A free drop-in session for older adults who want to build confidence with computers, using the Chicago Digital Learn online resource. Staff are on hand Friday, October 16, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at...</description>
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      <title>Stay and Play</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Canaryville. Stay and Play is a drop-in morning for families with young children, offering blocks, puzzles, and hands-on building activities in an unstructured, do-it-yourself format at Canaryville on Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Field Museum. A fundraising gala at the Field Museum on Saturday, October 17, running from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Tickets are required.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A bilingual story time at Back of the Yards on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, featuring stories, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. After the program,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Hall. A one-on-one tech help session for seniors 55 and older, held at the Hall on Monday, October 19, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Each session offers individual attention for anyone new to phones, tablets, or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at West Lawn. The West Lawn branch hosts a monthly book discussion for adults 18 and up, meeting Monday, October 19, from 6 to 7:30 PM. To learn which title is on the schedule for October, call the branch at...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A pickleball instruction clinic for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, covering serve and return technique. The session takes place on Tuesday, October 20, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. This is a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Sherman Park. A weekly after-school drop-in at Sherman Park for kids ages 6 to 13, running Thursday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The program offers games, crafts, and other activities; children under 11 need...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A glow-in-the-dark slime-making workshop for kids ages 3 to 13, running Thursday, October 22, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Back of the Yards. No word on cost, but the activity is timed for Halloween and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Canaryville. A hands-on building session for kids ages 2 to 6, designed to work on engineering, motor, and analytical skills through a playful construction activity. It&#39;s also a chance for little ones to make new...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at North Austin. A weekly story time for young children and their caregivers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. It takes place Friday morning, October 23, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Sherman Park. A free, one-hour computer basics workshop at Sherman Park on Friday, October 23, from noon to 1 PM. The session covers practical skills like Microsoft Word, resume building with online tools, and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Canaryville. A drop-in craft at the Canaryville branch: kids ages 3 and up can make a pumpkin from chenille sticks, either at the library or to take home. Available Saturday, October 24, from 10 AM to 4 PM, while...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Rogers Park Branch hosts a monthly book club focused on graphic novels, meeting Monday, October 26, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. This month&#39;s selection has not yet been announced; check back closer to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Roden Library. The adult book discussion series at the Roden branch picks up the citywide One Book, One Chicago selection for a conversation on Tuesday, October 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The library asks anyone who...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Rogers Park. Little Readers Story Time brings Ms. Tara to the Rogers Park branch for a morning of songs, rhymes, books, and early literacy tips aimed at preschoolers ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. The session...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion: We Have Always Lived In The Castle</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Rogers Park. A book-discussion group for adults at the Rogers Park branch takes on Shirley Jackson&#39;s *We Have Always Lived in the Castle* Wednesday evening, October 28, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The 1962 gothic novel...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: The Baby Sitter (1969)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Legler Regional. A 1969 exploitation drama from Tom Laughlin (better known for *Billy Jack*), directed here under a pseudonym. The plot follows a married district attorney who gets blackmailed over an affair with his...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week Music and Movement class for early childhood, meeting Monday afternoons from 3:45 to 4:25 PM at Eckhart Park. The program runs November 2 through December 7, with no session on November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Kedvale Park. A six-week music and movement class for early childhood at Kedvale Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM between November 5 and December 10. The program skips Thanksgiving week (November 26)....</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A weekly volleyball league for adults at Davis Square Park, running Fridays from 6 to 9 PM from November 6, 2026 through March 12, 2027. The league takes a break on November 27, December 25, and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Roden Library. Saturday Story Time at the Roden library gives children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers a chance to build early literacy skills through stories, songs, and playtime. The program runs from 3:30 to...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/free-blood-pressure-screeing-by-cdphexamen-gratuito-de-la-presiòn-arterial-por-cdph-2026-11-07-toman/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Toman Library. A free, drop-in blood pressure screening at the Toman branch, run by the Chicago Department of Public Health. Staff check your numbers and explain what high blood pressure means, what causes it, and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Austin. The Austin branch library has seeds available for patrons to take home and plant — herbs, flowers, and native plants are among the options. Stop by the adult reference desk during regular hours (the...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Legler Regional. Kids ages 6 to 13 can learn to make after-school snacks with the children&#39;s staff at Legler Regional. The 45-minute cooking session meets Wednesday, November 18, at 4 PM. Registration is required by...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A low-key, hands-on introduction to basic computing for adults and seniors at Jeffery Manor on Wednesday, November 25, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session walks you through creating your own account on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at South Shore. A Saturday morning open-play session at the South Shore branch, designed for the very youngest kids and their grown-ups. From 11:00 to 11:45 AM on November 28, the room is set up with a rotating mix...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Rogers Park. A monthly graphic novel discussion at the Rogers Park Branch, meeting Monday, November 30, from 6 to 7 PM. The group reads and discusses a selected title each month; the specific book for November...</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Michael (2026)</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Avalon. A screening of the 2026 biographical film *Michael*, covering the life of Michael Jackson. The film runs 127 minutes and is rated PG-13. This Monday, November 30, from 1:00 to 3:15 PM at the Avalon...</description>
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      <title>Mexican Train: A Domino Game</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Roden Library. A casual afternoon of Mexican Train dominoes at the Roden library, open to anyone age 6 and up. The game is easy to pick up even for first-timers, and you can either use a library set or bring your...</description>
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      <title>Womens Volleyball League at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A women&#39;s volleyball league for adults runs Thursdays from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at Wentworth Park, starting December 3, 2026 through March 18, 2027. The league takes a break on December 24 and December...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A monthly Saturday story time at the Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport branch brings together books, songs, and play for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. The December session runs from 9:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 18, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Drop and Shop at Maplewood Park gives parents a two-and-a-half-hour window to cross holiday errands off the list while kids 6 to 12 stay behind for games and supervised play. Drop-off runs Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Windy City Hoops-Basketball at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Rowan (William) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a teen basketball league at Rowan Park on the east side, with sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 5 through June 17, 2027. The schedule varies by date: Tuesdays run...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A volunteer opportunity to help run a Halloween trunk-or-treat event at Addams Park in Little Italy. Volunteers 18 and older create a family-friendly trunk display for their vehicle, providing a safe...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Hamilton Park in Englewood, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, August 24 through December 18. It offers instruction and supervised activities...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth instructional ice skating program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 5:15 to 5:55 PM. The session runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, but does not meet on...</description>
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      <description> at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 girls gymnastics class at Harrison Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 5 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on September 12, October 31, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. An open volleyball session for adults at Haas Park, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Note that the program will not meet on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A weekly monologue class for youth meets at Hamilton Park in Englewood on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). Participants work on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Open pickleball play at McKinley Park for seniors, running Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The session is open format, so you drop in and play without a set...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Jackson Fieldhouse, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 9 through December 16, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12 or November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A 14-week after-school program for early childhood detectives-in-training, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Sheil Community Center Park in Lake View. Runs September 10 through December 10,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. Mini Movers is a weekly early childhood instruction program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Fridays from 11 AM to noon. The session runs September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no class on October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth soccer league for early childhood players meets Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Gompers Park, running September 12 through November 14, 2026. Registration is for individuals rather than...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. Open basketball at Foster Park runs Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. The session is open to teens and operates as a drop-in program. No registration or fee is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). The OSHL adult ice hockey league runs a long season at Morgan Park Sports Center, with games scheduled Sunday through Thursday nights from 10:35 PM to 12:05 AM. The league runs from September 22,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. Boys Gymnastics Level 1 at Harrison Gymnastics Center is a weekly instruction program for youth, meeting Saturdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Adult volleyball players can sharpen their fundamentals at Addams Park on Tuesday mornings throughout October. The four-session skills program focuses on instruction and meets from 10:00 AM to 12:00...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at North Pulaski. A drop-in style Wednesday Workshop at the North Pulaski branch keeps things simple: a rotating mix of arts, crafts, music, and games for kids 6 to 13. The session runs from 3:30 to 4:30 PM on...</description>
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      <title>Medicare: Annual Enrollment Guide</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A practical workshop on navigating Medicare&#39;s Annual Enrollment Period, covering how to compare Supplement and Advantage plans, what&#39;s changed with Part D prescription coverage for 2026, and how to...</description>
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      <title>Craft Lab Grab and Go: Magnetic Mini-Canvas</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Archer Heights. October&#39;s Craft Lab at Archer Heights goes grab-and-go because the library is hosting early voting. Pick up a kit at the Reference Desk anytime the library is open on Monday, October 12, from noon to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Humboldt Park. Drop-in LEGO® building at Humboldt Park gives kids 6 to 13 a chance to get creative with the library&#39;s brick collection. No registration is needed — just show up on Monday, October 12, from 3:30 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Sulzer Regional. High School Open Shop gives teens a chance to use the maker equipment at Sulzer Regional’s YOUmedia space. On Tuesday afternoon, October 13, from 3 to 5 PM, you can work with a 3D printer, Cricut...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Pullman. A presentation by the Department of Family and Support Services Senior Services Division, covering citywide programs geared toward older Chicagoans and their caregivers. The session takes place...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at South Chicago. A rock-painting session at the South Chicago branch that provides all the materials, so you can show up empty-handed and leave with a painted stone. It runs Tuesday, October 27, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM....</description>
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      <title>Film Screening: Halloween: Resurrection (2002)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Legler Regional. A screening of the eighth *Halloween* installment, where a group of teens enters Michael Myers&#39; childhood home for an internet contest — and, predictably, things go wrong. Busta Rhymes and Jamie Lee...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Canaryville. Stay and Play is a drop-in, unstructured morning for the youngest set and their grown-ups. Blocks, puzzles, and hands-on building and play activities are set out at Canaryville on Friday, October 30,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A toddler T-ball instruction program at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM from November 21 through December 19, 2026 (no session on November 28). Designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Merlo. The Anime and Manga Club at Merlo meets on the last Tuesday of the month, with the November session falling on Tuesday, November 24, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. The group will focus on slice-of-life anime...</description>
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      <title>Get Your Blood Pressure Checked for Free with CDPH</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Richard M. Daley Library (West Humboldt Park). The Chicago Department of Public Health offers free blood pressure screenings at the Richard M. Daley branch of the Humboldt Park library on Thursday, December 10, from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at West Belmont. The West Belmont branch hosts a monthly book club for adults, meeting Tuesday, December 22, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Copies of the current title are available to check out at the circulation desk, and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A walking group for women veterans meets at McKinley Park on Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, running October 8 through October 29. The program is open to adults at no cost; no registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 17, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A community orchestra rehearsal and instruction program at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. The session runs from August 17 through December 14,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly freestyle ice skating session for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from August 24 to October 12, 2026, from 6:10 to 6:50 PM. Skips Labor Day, September 7. The session is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A freestyle ice skating session with an instructional focus at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from August 24 to October 12, 2026, 6:50 to 7:30 PM. Open to all ages, though skaters should...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week ice skating instruction series for teens and adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 8:25 to 9:10 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A structured eight-week ice skating class for teens and adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, focusing on instruction at the Teen &amp; Adult 3 level. The class meets on Monday evenings from 8:25 to 9:10...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A beginner ice skating class for teens and adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 8:25 to 9:10 PM. The eight-week session runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating instruction session at Morgan Park Sports Center, focused on axel and low jump technique for youth skaters. The program runs on Mondays from 8:25 to 9:10 PM, starting August 24...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. The Addams (Jane) Park walk/run program offers adults a dedicated open track for walking or running on weekday mornings and afternoons. From August 24 through October 23, the track is available...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A weekly dance fundamentals class for youth at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, August 24 through December 4. The program skips...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Karate instruction for youth meets Monday evenings at Bessemer Park from August 24 through December 7, 2026, skipping September 7. Sessions run 5:30 to 6:30 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Open basketball at Bessemer Park runs on a regular schedule for teens: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, starting August 24 and continuing through December 11. The program skips...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly contemporary dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM, August 24 through December 14. The class skips September 7 and November 23....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Palmer (Potter) Park in Roseland, running weekdays from August 24 to December 18, 2026, with early dismissal on Wednesdays (1:30 PM to 6:00 PM) and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Euclid Park. Park Kids provides supervised after-school recreation and instruction for youth at Euclid Park, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The fall session runs from Monday, August 24 through Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation and instruction at Davis Square Park for the fall season. The program runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August 24 through Friday, December...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at White (Edward H.) Park in West Pullman, offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth on weekday afternoons. The program runs Mondays through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Pottawattomie Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session starts Monday, August 24 and continues through Thursday, December 24, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A structured after-school program at Broadway Armory Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The fall session begins Monday, August 24 and runs through Thursday, December 24, with no...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Mondays from noon to 12:45 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center Park. The session runs from August 24 to October 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week gymnastics program for young athletes at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting on Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, August 24 through October 12 (skipping September 7). The Level 1 class...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle Ice (Main Rink) at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A recurring open-skate session for all ages at McFetridge Ice Rink, offering an hour of freestyle ice on the main rink. The program runs on Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, August 24 through October 12,...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A learn-to-skate program specifically for early childhood, this Level 2 ice hockey class at McFetridge Sports Center meets on Mondays from August 24 through October 12, 2026, from 6:45 to 7:15 PM....</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice hockey skills class at McFetridge Sports Center, focused on skaters who have completed the basic Learn to Skate levels. Participants meet on Monday evenings from 6:10 to 6:40 PM, running...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A high-impact tennis cardio class for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, August 24 through October 12 (skipping September 7). The session focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football - Level 1 at Addams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/flag-football-level-1-at-addams-at-addams-jane-park/</link>
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      <description> at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth flag football program for early childhood participants at Addams Park, running on Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM between August 24 and October 12, 2026. The session skips Labor Day (September...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Red Ball 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-red-ball-1-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026. Designed for younger players working on red-ball fundamentals....</description>
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      <title>Tumbling Lev. 3 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tumbling-lev-3-at-morgan-park-sc-at-morgan-park-sports-center-park-park-no-577/</link>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A tumbling class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026. The session skips Monday, September 7. Registration is required.</description>
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      <title>Advanced Track and Field (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description> at Gately (James) Park. Advanced track and field instruction for teens at Gately Park in Pullman, running Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026 (no session on September 7). The program focuses...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Tot 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/dance-ballet-tot-1-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ballet class for early childhood at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM. The session runs from August 24 through December 14, 2026, with no class on September 7 or...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Delta at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice skating instructional program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 5:15 to 5:55 PM. The session runs from August 24 to October 12, 2026, with no class on September 7....</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Snowplow Sam 1 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-1-at-morgan-park-sc-at-morgan-park-sports-center-park-park-no-577/</link>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A learn-to-skate class for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 5:30 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026 (no session on September 7). This is...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-2-at-morgan-park-sc-at-morgan-park-sports-center-park-park-no-577/</link>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Snowplow Sam 2 is the next stage in Learn to Skate USA’s early-childhood ice skating curriculum, designed for kids who have already completed Snowplow Sam 1. The half-hour sessions meet on Mondays...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ninja-themed obstacle and movement class for kids meets Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from August 24 to October 12, 2026. The program is on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Ice Explorers at Morgan Park Sports Center is an early childhood ice skating instruction program for the youngest skaters. Sessions run Tuesdays from 10:20 to 10:50 AM, starting August 25 through...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Teen &amp; Adult Social Club at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-teen-adult-social-club-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-25-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating program for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to noon between August 25 and October 13, 2026. The session focuses on instruction, making it a...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Volleyball (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-session volleyball fundamentals program for teens at Gately Park in Pullman, running Tuesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM between August 25 and October 13. The sessions focus on instruction rather...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A hurdles-focused skills and drills program for teens, meeting Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Gately Park. The session runs from August 25 through October 13, 2026, with an emphasis on...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 6+ at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-freestyle-6-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-25-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center designed for skaters ages 6 and up. The program runs on Tuesdays from 6:20 to 7:00 PM, August 25 through October 13, and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Teen/Preteen 2 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-ballet-teenpreteen-2-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-25-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen and preteen ballet class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM, running from August 25 through December 15, 2026. The session skips Tuesday, November 24. Designed...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-hockey-league-8u-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-25-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An 8U youth ice hockey league at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:50 to 5:50 PM, starting August 25, 2026 and ending March 5, 2027. The league does not meet on December...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Pee Wees at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis instruction program for young children at McFetridge Sports Center, running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between August 25 and October 13, 2026. Designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Green Ball 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. Tennis Lessons: Green Ball 2 at McFetridge Sports Center is an instructional program for youth, meeting on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 25 through October 13, 2026. The class...</description>
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      <description> at Gately (James) Park. A skills-and-drills volleyball program for teens, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman. The instruction runs from August 25 through October 13, 2026.</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A pickleball instruction program for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for advanced beginners who are ready to refine their drills and skills. The class meets on Tuesdays from noon to 1...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Baby Blades 2 is a parent-and-tot ice skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, designed for early childhood skill-building through instruction on the ice. The eight-week session meets Wednesday...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A tumbling class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 26 through October 14, 2026. The program is designed for Level 4 and above, with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-session ice skating instructional program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesday evenings from 8:45 to 9:25 PM. Open to all ages, the sessions run from August 26 through October 14,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen and preteen musical theater dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, running August 26 through December 16, 2026 (no session on November 25). The class...</description>
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      <description> at Gately (James) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Gately Park, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM between August 26 and October 14. The program runs for eight weeks and focuses on boxing...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly pickleball instruction session for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, August 26 through October 14. The Intermediate 2 level drills and skills class...</description>
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      <description> at Addams (Jane) Park. A free weekly volleyball program for teens at Addams Park, with instruction provided. The session runs Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, August 26 through October 14. No registration cost is listed.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A yoga series for preteens and teens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from August 27 through October 15. The class is designed for youth, focused on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner-level tai chi course at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for adults who are new to the practice. The class meets on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running from August 27 through...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tennis-lessons-ntrp-40-50-level-4-5-wksh-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-27-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis workshop for adults at the 4.0 to 5.0 NTRP level, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 27 through October 15, 2026, and is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner-level tai chi class for adults, meeting Thursdays from August 27 through October 15, 2026, at McFetridge Sports Center. Each session runs from 7:40 to 8:40 PM. The class is designed as a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tap dance class at McFetridge Sports Center for intermediate-level dancers, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, skipping...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A hip-hop dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, with no class on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. Teen tennis players at the beginner-to-intermediate level can work on fundamentals during this eight-week instructional program at McFetridge Sports Center. The class meets Thursday evenings from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM from August 28 through October 16. The class is designed for teens and focuses on developing skills...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center for skaters ages 6 and up, focusing on instruction rather than open skating. The program runs on Saturdays from 8:55 to 9:35 AM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly 40-minute ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center for all ages, running Saturdays from August 29 through October 17, 2026 (skipping September 5). The session meets from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly freestyle ice skating session for all ages at McFetridge Sports Center, running Saturdays from 9:35 to 10:15 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026 (no session on September 5). This is an...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Off-Ice Jump at Morgan Pk SC</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session off-ice jump class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 10:05 to 10:40 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026. Designed for youth skaters who want to work on jump...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Basic Edge Class at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session basic edge class for youth ice skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting on Saturdays from 10:40 to 11:10 AM, running from August 29 through October 17. The class focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Musical Theater - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-musical-theater-youth-1-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-29-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A Saturday-morning dance and musical theater class for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 29 through December 19, 2026, from 9 to 10 AM. The program meets weekly except on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth flag football program at Gately Park, meeting Sundays from noon to 12:45 PM, August 30 through October 18, 2026. The schedule skips September 6. Registration is for instruction-based play.</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink (Indoor). A weekly adult hockey skills and workout session at the Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink, meeting on Sundays from 6:30 to 7:30 AM. The program runs from August 30 through December 20, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall (age 5) at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for five-year-olds at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026. The schedule excludes...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. An after-school program at Commercial Club Playground for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18. The program includes instruction and is closed on several...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation and instruction at McKinley Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, starting Monday, August 31 through Friday, December 18, 2026. The program is for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Williams Park in the Douglas neighborhood, offering supervised instruction and activities for youth. The program runs weekdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Sheridan Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM from August 31 through December 24, 2026. The program provides structured instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink (Indoor). An 18U ice hockey league runs Monday evenings from 9:10 to 10:10 PM at the Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink, spanning August 31, 2026, through March 1, 2027. The league does not meet on September...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. Seasonal Sports at Wentworth Gardens offers youth instruction in a rotating slate of sports, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from September 1 through December 15, 2026, at...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice hockey league for mites (ages roughly 8 and under) running on a weekly schedule from September 1 through March 9 at McFetridge Sports Center. Practices or games take place Tuesdays from 5...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A U-12 Peewee ice hockey league for youth players, running on Sundays (10:20–11:20 AM), Tuesdays (7:20–8:20 PM), and Saturdays (1:10–2:10 PM) at McFetridge Sports Center. The league plays from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Open basketball at Mozart Park runs on a regular drop-in schedule for adults: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from noon to 3 PM, starting September 2 through December 11, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Soccer Skills at Commercial Club runs Saturday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 5 through October 10, at the Commercial Club Playground of Chicago in East Village. The program provides...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baseball-coach-pitch-lil-league-partnership-at-wicker-2026-09-05-wicker-charles-joel-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth baseball partnership program at Wicker Park, where kids learn the game through a coach-pitch format. The program runs on Saturdays from September 5 to October 24, 2026, with sessions from...</description>
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      <description> at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM at Harrison Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 5 through December 12, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A men&#39;s basketball league for adults runs Sundays, September 6 through December 13, at Ogden Park in Englewood. Games take place from 10 AM to 1 PM; registration is for individual players who will be...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kedvale Park. Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Kedvale Park is an early childhood instruction program that pairs kids with a caregiver for guided play and movement. Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekly yoga and Pilates fusion class for adults at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM from September 8 through November 3. The session blends mat work with...</description>
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      <title>Soccer for Success at Graver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. Soccer for Success at Graver Park is a free, 10-week instructional soccer program for youth, running on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The program meets from September 8 through November 10,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. A twice-weekly strength and conditioning class for seniors at Murray Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 8 through November 12,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kedvale Park. Play School at Kedvale Park is an early childhood instruction program meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 8 through November 19, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 1, 2026, with instruction provided....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Walking Club at Jackson Fieldhouse offers a low-key way for seniors to stay active, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 1. The program skips Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tarkington Park. Open volleyball at Tarkington Park runs Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, starting September 8 through December 8. It&#39;s an open-play format for adults — just show up.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. Basketball instruction for youth at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park, running Tuesdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on skill-building in a structured setting.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. A weekly abs-and-core workout class for adults at Madigan Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, with no class on November 24. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly line dance class for seniors at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 1:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with instruction focused on the...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Brands</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brands Park. Mighty Munchkins is an early childhood instruction program at Brands Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. The session runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, and is designed for young...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly movement class for early childhood at Maplewood Park, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:45 to 10:30 AM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Little Artists at Green Briar Park offers a weekly creative session for early childhood participants, meeting Tuesdays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Nature Babies at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly outdoor program for infants and toddlers at Skinner Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8 and is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Bradley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A low-impact aerobics program for adults at Bradley (Josephine) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Washington</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A chair-based exercise program for adults at Washington Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM from September 8 through December 8. The class focuses on instruction and is designed for seated...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class for the early childhood set, meeting Tuesday mornings from 10:45 to 11:30 AM at Sheil Community Center Park. The program runs from September 8 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Animal Explorers at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Animal Explorers at McGuane Park runs Tuesday mornings from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program offers early childhood instruction, designed for the youngest...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Chair Exercise at Ellis Park offers seated movement sessions designed for seniors, with a focus on instruction and gentle activity. The program runs on Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Fun and Games at Berger Park is a weekly drop-in program for early childhood, combining instruction with play. It runs Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from noon to 1 PM.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for adults, meeting Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Maggie Daley Park from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session does not meet on October 27....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Table Tennis at Maggie Daley Park runs Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026 (skipping October 27). The session is instructor-led and open to adults. A low-key midday...</description>
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      <title>Fitness Boot Camp at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A fitness boot camp for seniors at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. The program...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Line Dance at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Cardio Line Dance meets at Kennicott Park on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8. The program is instruction-based and designed for seniors.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Animal Explorers is a weekly early childhood program at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:45 to 3:30 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A 13-week parent-and-tot sports program at Wicker Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3 to 4 PM between September 8 and December 8. Designed for early childhood participants with a parent or guardian, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly art session for early childhood at McKinley Park, running Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 8 through December 8. The class skips October 27 and November 24. Instruction is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Broadway Armory Park runs Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 8 through December 8, skipping October 27. This is an instructional program for early childhood, focused on basic...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Archery instruction for youth at Horner (Henry) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Registration is required; pricing is not...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A children&#39;s yoga program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27, November 3, or November 24. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly drama class for youth at Dvorak Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program takes a break on October 27. Registration covers the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly dance instruction program for teens at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. Registration is required; pricing is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A 3-on-3 soccer instruction program for youth at Wicker Park, running Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The format keeps games small and active, with an...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A 12-week beginner sewing course for adults at Foster Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting Tuesday evenings from 6:15 to 7:45 PM through December 8. Instruction covers the basics — threading a machine,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A recreational adult volleyball league meets Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at Calumet Park, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Teams play in a league format — a straightforward...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for early childhood participants at Calumet Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. The sessions focus on instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A supervised homework help program for youth at Washington Park, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (the program does not meet on Thanksgiving).</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly cycling instruction program for adults at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 8, with a break on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Screenplay Writing at Archer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A screenplay writing program at Archer (William Beatty) Park, where youth participants meet Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Step aerobics at Rowan Park runs Monday through Wednesday evenings, 6:15 to 7:15 PM, from September 8 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 12 or November 11. The program is for adults...</description>
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      <title>Little Naturalists at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Little Naturalists meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Kilbourn Park, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with no session on Thursday, November 26). This early...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A parent-child play program at Hiawatha Park designed for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with no session...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Sauganash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A low-impact conditioning class for seniors at Sauganash Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Rutherford Sayre Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips November 3 and November...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Edison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. Play School at Edison Park is an early childhood instruction program for the youngest participants, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Tot Spot at Maplewood Park is a drop-in open play program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, running from September 8 through December 10. The schedule skips...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly drop-in program for parents and young children at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session is...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Chase</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. Kiddie College is a weekday drop-off program for early childhood instruction at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown. The fall session runs Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM, starting Tuesday,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Kiddie College is a long-running early childhood instruction program at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10. The...</description>
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      <title>Tai Chi at Oz</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oz Park. A tai chi program for seniors meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at Oz Park, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The class does not meet on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Oz</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oz Park. A step aerobics program for seniors at Oz Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM, September 8 through December 10. The class does not meet on Thursday, November 26. This is an...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Ellis Park, running Tuesdays from 11 AM to 3 PM and Thursdays from noon to 3 PM, September 8 through December 10. No session on Thursday, November 26. A...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Hamlin Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Rainbow</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Chair exercise at Rainbow Beach Park runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10. The program is designed for adults and focuses...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A music-and-movement class for early childhood at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Intermediate at Foster</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A woodcraft program for seniors at Foster Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Open pickleball sessions for seniors at Pottawattomie Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips Thursday, November 26. No registration...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A pickleball instruction program for seniors at Ping Tom Memorial Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, from September 8 through December 10. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Bingo at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Bingo runs on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:15 to 2:00 PM at Davis Square Park, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10. The program is open to seniors. There is no session...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Berger</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A low-impact aerobics class for seniors at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Art &amp; ABCs at Hamlin Park pairs early childhood instruction with creative activities, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Teen Fit Box at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A half-hour fitness program for teens at Seward Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 5:45 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The class combines boxing-style conditioning...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. Open basketball for teens at Rosenblum Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is open play — no instruction or organized teams — and...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Avalon Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Williams</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A boot camp-style fitness program for teens runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Jackie Robinson</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. Chair Exercise at Jackie Robinson Park offers a seated workout for adults, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly music and movement class for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 7 to 8 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Olympia Park. Strength &amp; Conditioning at Olympia Park is a twice-weekly senior-focused fitness program meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Tiny Talkers is a Spanish-language program for early childhood, meeting at Kennicott Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Kiddie College is a structured early childhood program that meets twice a week at McKinley Park from September 8 through December 10. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A low-impact conditioning class for seniors at Cornell Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Owens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Seasonal Sports at Owens Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving on November 26). Instruction-based programming for youth,...</description>
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      <title>Drumline at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A drumline program for youth at Sherwood Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thursday, November 26). The focus is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Columbus Park, running weekdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, September 8 through December 11. The program does not meet on Wednesday, November 11, or Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Gage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Gage Park, meeting weekday mornings from 9 AM to noon, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11 or...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park offers a regular daytime gathering for older adults, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to 2 PM. The program runs from Tuesday, September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Play School at Maggie Daley Park is an early childhood instructional program that meets weekday mornings from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, running from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. An early childhood instructional program at Holstein Park, running weekday mornings from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026. The schedule excludes a number of...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Chair Exercise at Lindblom Park is a seated movement program for adults, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:35 AM to 12:20 PM. It runs from September 8 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Bid Whist at West Chatham</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Chatham Park. Bid Whist players gather at West Chatham Park on weekday afternoons for an open session running from September 8 through December 11. The program is for adults and takes place Mondays through...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from noon to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults runs Tuesday through Friday evenings from 6:30 to 7:45 PM at Seward Park. The session starts September 8 and continues through December 11, with no classes the...</description>
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      <title>Bid Whist at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Bid Whist runs as a drop-in program at Columbus Park, with multiple sessions each week from September 8 through December 11. Players can join Monday afternoons from 1 to 3 PM, Tuesday afternoons from...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Boxing instruction for adults at Fuller Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from noon to 8 PM and Saturdays from noon to 5 PM, September 8 through December 12. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Jewelry Making/Lapidary at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A jewelry-making and lapidary program for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running from September 8 through December 12. The class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM and...</description>
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      <title>Stained Glass at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A stained glass instruction program for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running from September 8 to December 12. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM and Saturdays...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Bessemer Park on Chicago&#39;s South Side, running from September 8 through December 12. Teens meet Tuesdays through Fridays from 4:30 to 5:45 PM and Saturdays from...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Carver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Open basketball at Carver Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from noon to 2 PM, starting September 8 through December 12 (excluding Thanksgiving, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A gentle yoga class for adults meets twice a week at Brainerd Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, running from September 8 through December 15, 2026. The session skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Seasonal Sports at Ogden Park runs weekday afternoons from 4:00 to 6:30 PM, starting Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 18. The program offers youth sports instruction, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>CPD Water Polo Club at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. The CPD Water Polo Club at Eckhart Park runs weekday evening practices from 7:30 to 9:30 PM, starting Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 18. This is a youth instructional program — note...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-citizens-club-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Taylor-Lauridsen Park is a recurring social program that meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 11 AM to 3 PM, running from September 8, 2026 through...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Kiddie College at Wicker Park is a long-running early childhood activity program that meets Monday through Thursday from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The program runs from September 8, 2026 through June 10,...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
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      <description> at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:45 to 10:30 AM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Dvorak</title>
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      <description> at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Open basketball at Dvorak Park on the Lower West Side runs weekdays from 3 to 4 PM, with extended Friday evening sessions from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and Saturday afternoon play from 3 to 4:30 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap &amp; Ballet Partnership at Eckhart</title>
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      <description> at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week tap and ballet class for early childhood ages at Eckhart Park, combining both dance styles into a single 40-minute session. The class meets on Tuesdays from September 8 through October 13,...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
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      <description> at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A weekly parent-and-tot gymnastics session at Harrison Gymnastics Center, designed for early childhood instruction. The program runs on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 8 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
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      <description> at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics program for young children meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM at Garfield Gymnastics Center, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session skips October 27 and November...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement Partnership at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A six-session music and movement program for early childhood participants at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:15 to 3:55 PM. Runs from September 9 through October 14. Registration is required;...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Midway Plaisance</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Midway Plaisance Park. Seasonal Sports at Midway Plaisance Park offers early childhood instruction on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 9 through October 28, 2026 (no session on Monday, October...</description>
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      <title>Photography - Digital Partnership at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A teen photography class at Garfield Park, running Wednesdays from September 9 through November 11, 2026, 4:30 to 6:00 PM. The program focuses on digital partnership — likely paired work on camera...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Athletic Field Park, meeting Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM from September 9 through November 18, 2026 (skipping November 11). The session runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. Open basketball for adults at Sherman Park, running Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:45 PM, September 9 through November 25. The program skips November 11. No registration or fee details provided —...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A weekly step aerobics class for adults at Hayes (Francis) Park in Ashburn, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 2 (skipping November 11). The class focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. A seated exercise program for adults at Dawes Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The session runs from September 9 through December 2, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a Wednesday-morning early childhood program at Avondale Park, running from September 9 through December 9 (excluding November 11). The 9:30 to 10:15 AM sessions blend art and...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A weekly parent-and-tot gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, with no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. Twinkle Stars Gymnastics is a weekly 45-minute instruction class for early childhood participants, meeting Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. The program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Dunham Park, running Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The instruction sessions skip October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Palmer Gym</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for girls at Palmer Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program is designed for youth participants working...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Sports Conditioning at Kosciuszko Park runs Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). The program offers youth instruction in conditioning exercises....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wildwood Park. A recreational adult volleyball program at Wildwood Park in Sauganash, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. Instruction-focused, with no games on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. 312 GRIT is an instructional program for teens at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Painting at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A weekly painting class for adults at Columbus Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2 to 3 PM. The program runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. Instruction is provided;...</description>
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      <title>Yoga/Pilates at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly 45-minute Yoga/Pilates class for adults at Dvorak Park, running Wednesdays from September 9 through December 9, 2026, 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The class does not meet on October 28 or November 11....</description>
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      <title>Pickleball League at Horner</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A pickleball league for adults at Horner Park, running Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to noon between September 9 and December 9. The league is for individual players, though it does not run on November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Art &amp; ABCs at Horner Park pairs early childhood instruction with creative activity on Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to noon, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Poetry - Words@Play at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. Words@Play is a weekly poetry instruction series for adults at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 AM. The program runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Conditioning at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A senior cardio conditioning class at Dvorak Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class does not meet on October 28 or November 11....</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, running Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A recurring social gathering for seniors at Sherwood Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The club runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A play-based early childhood program running on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Sheil Community Center Park in Lake View, from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. Stretching sessions for seniors at Ridge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program is instructional,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Adams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly art-making program for early childhood at Adams Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon between September 9 and December 9. The session is designed for young children, with instruction...</description>
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      <title>Fitness Boot Camp at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A fitness boot camp designed for seniors meets Wednesday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Broadway Armory Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (with no session on October 28 or...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A step aerobics class for adults at Tuley Park in Chatham, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9. The program runs weekly with an exception on Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Sheridan Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on...</description>
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      <title>Stroller Fitness at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly outdoor fitness class for parents with young children, meeting at McKinley Park on Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, running September 9 through December 9. Designed for early childhood ages,...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A low-impact aerobics class designed for seniors meets Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 PM at Broadway Armory Park, running from September 9 through December 9 (with no sessions on October 28 or...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at Gill</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at Gill Park, held Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9. The program focuses on instruction in basic and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood participants, meeting Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Wrightwood Park. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Little Artists at Maggie Daley Park is a weekly drop-in program for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on October 28. The...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Margate</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Margate Park. An open pickleball session for seniors at Margate Park, running Wednesdays from 1 to 3 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 28 or November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A script-writing workshop for adults, meeting Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the South Shore Cultural Center. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A woodcraft program for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 7:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session runs weekly except on October 28 and...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Seward</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Seward Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 9 through December 9. No instruction or organized play—just courts available for drop-in use...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. A weekly open pickleball session for adults at Oz Park, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11. No registration fee is...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A recurring dance program for seniors at Clarendon Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The sessions are structured as...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for early childhood participants at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program for toddlers and preschoolers at Wicker Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Jesse White</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Soccer Skills at Jesse White Park is an early-childhood instruction program running on Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, with sessions from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Intermediate at Foster</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A woodcraft workshop for adults at Foster Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 5:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts program at Armour Square Park for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on November 11. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football League at Brooks</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A youth flag football league for individual players, running on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Brooks Park. The season starts September 9 and runs through December 9, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Lake Shore Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. No sessions on October 28 or November 11. For youth...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Kelvyn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-kelvyn-2026-09-09-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Kelvyn Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). Designed for early childhood, this...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Haas</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly science program for youth at Haas Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Girls Arts &amp; Crafts at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Loyola Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (with no session on November 11). The program provides...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. Seasonal Sports at Skinner Park offers weekly instruction for youth on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9. The program takes a break on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly flag football program at Ridge Park for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 4:40 to 5:40 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no practice on October 28, November...</description>
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      <title>Girls Martial Arts at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly martial arts instruction program for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM at Broadway Armory Park. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Kennedy</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for early childhood meets at Kennedy Park on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth pickleball instruction program at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>You Build It at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. You Build It at Holstein Park is a weekly Wednesday afternoon program for youth, running from September 9 to December 9, 2026, with sessions from 5:15 to 6:45 PM. Participants engage in hands-on...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Line Dance at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Cardio Line Dance meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Kennicott Park, running September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). The program is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Harris</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Open basketball runs on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:15 PM at Harris (Harriet) Park, from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program is for teens and is open-play, so no...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Mann</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Walking Club at Mann Park is a low-key, senior-focused walking program that meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that the...</description>
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      <title>Competitive Dance Team at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A youth competitive dance team meets at Stanton Park on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. The program is instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Creative Drama Partnership at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A creative drama program for adults, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:45 PM at Broadway Armory Park. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Williams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A hip-hop dance instruction program for youth at Williams Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Painting at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A weekly painting class for adults at Lake Shore Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28 or November 11. Instruction...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A weekly line dance session for adults at Tuley Park in Chatham, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, with no session on November 11. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <title>Self Defense at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A self-defense instruction program for seniors at Columbus Park, running three days a week through the fall. Sessions meet Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Bridge Club at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Bridge Club at Nichols Park meets three afternoons a week for adults who want to play the game in a social setting. Sessions run Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A walking club meets at Foster Park in Auburn Gresham, with sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to noon and on Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, running from September 9 through December 10....</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A fitness boot camp for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 to 8:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 10, 2026. The program skips November 11 and...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A play-based early childhood program at Mozart Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM from September 9 through December 11. The session runs at the Logan Square park and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A teen sparring program at Scottsdale Park runs from September 9 to December 11, 2026. Participants meet on Mondays and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, and on Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:30 PM, with no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly line dance program at Homan Square Community Center Park, running Wednesdays from 10 AM to noon and Fridays from 10 to 11:30 AM, September 9 through December 11. Designed for seniors, the...</description>
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      <title>Kickboxing at Washington</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A kickboxing class for adults at Washington Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, starting Wednesday, September 9 through Friday, December 11. The program skips October...</description>
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      <title>Stained Glass - Advanced at Berger</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. An advanced stained-glass workshop for adults at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The class does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. Low Impact Aerobics at Cole Park runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, spanning September 9 through December 11, 2026. The class is designed for adults and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Open pickleball play at O&#39;Hallaren Park in Auburn Gresham, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM, starting September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is for adults and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A recurring aerobics class set to hip hop music at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Eckhart Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program does not meet on five dates in late October and...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A low-impact aerobics program for seniors at Pottawattomie Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 9 through December 11. The class offers a gentle,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A teen sports conditioning program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM from September 9 through December 11. The session skips several dates in late...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A circuit-training class for adults at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7 to 8 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Kettlebells at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A kettlebell class at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026 (with breaks on several...</description>
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      <title>Jewelry Making/Lapidary at Berger</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A jewelry-making and lapidary workshop for adults at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program covers...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A drop-in table tennis program for seniors at Ping Tom Memorial Park, running from September 9 through December 11. The tables are open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, with...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Seasonal Sports at Rainbow Beach Park offers youth instruction in a fall program that runs Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 9 through December 16 (skipping Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A structured early childhood program at Kennicott Park for the fall season, running from September 9 through December 18. Kids attend Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons from 12:30 to 2:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Partnership at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A basketball instruction program for youth runs on Wednesdays from September 9 through December 30, 2026, at Don Nash Community Center Park. Sessions take place from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, with no session...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Kiddie College is a long-running early childhood activity program at Maplewood Park, running weekdays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The session spans September 9, 2026 through May 28, 2027, with breaks...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at River</title>
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      <description> at River Park. Open pickleball at River Park runs on Wednesdays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, with a break on November 11. It is open play for adults, with no registration or structured...</description>
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      <title>On-Camera Acting at Hamilton</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. An on-camera acting class for adults at Hamilton Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to noon, running September 10 through October 27. The program focuses on instruction in front of...</description>
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      <title>Harvest Garden at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A youth gardening program at Kilbourn Park that meets Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 10 through November 5. Participants receive hands-on instruction in planting, tending, and...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Senka</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A weekly youth soccer instruction program at Senka Park, running Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM, September 10 through December 3, 2026 (with no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). The activity is...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Bell</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-bell-2026-09-10-bell-george-jr-park/</link>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A weekly parent-and-toddler program at Bell Park, meeting Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 AM from September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The sessions offer structured instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Storytime at Kelvyn Park runs Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, with a break on November 26. The program is designed for early childhood and focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-10-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. Rising Stars Gymnastics is a 45-minute weekly instruction program for early childhood participants, held on Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. The session...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly after-school club for youth at Athletic Field Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program offers instruction-based activities for girls,...</description>
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      <title>Piano - Group - Intermediate at Sauganash</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly group piano class for intermediate-level youth at Sauganash Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-10-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly youth volleyball instruction program at Scottsdale Park, running Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session is on break for Thanksgiving (Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Jensen</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. A weekly 3D printing instruction session for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults at Jensen (Christ) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. An archery instruction program for teens at Gompers Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving on November 26.</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Advanced at Sauganash</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. An advanced group guitar class for teens at Sauganash Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving on November 26....</description>
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      <title>Story Illustration at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly story-illustration workshop at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The program is designed for youth and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Handbuilding at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A 14-week handbuilding pottery class for adults at Athletic Field Park, meeting Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A mat-based Pilates class for adults at Dunham Park, running Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM through December 10. The program skips October 29 and November 26. Registration covers the full session.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly adult volleyball league runs on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at Scottsdale Park, starting September 10 and continuing through December 10. The schedule skips Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Merrimac Park. An adult basketball league runs Thursday evenings from September 10 through December 10 at Merrimac Park, with games scheduled from 6:30 to 10:00 PM. The league does not meet on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Scottsdale Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Wentworth (John) Park, running on Mondays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on several...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for young children at Eugene Field Park, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program starts September 10 and continues through December 10, with no session...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Chair exercise sessions at Kennicott Park run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45 to 9:30 AM, September 10 through December 10. The program is designed for seniors and skips Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Park No. 571. A weekly circuit training session for adults at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, running Thursdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class is instructional in format. No...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Adams</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A caregiver-and-child drop-in program at Adams Park, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM between September 10 and December 10, with no session on October 29 or November 26. Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement Partnership at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Holstein Park, meeting Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:05 AM from September 10 through December 10. The program does not meet on November 26. This...</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly yoga class for caregivers and young children at Wrightwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Hamilton Park meets Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving (November 26). This is an open...</description>
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      <title>Dance at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly dance instruction series for adults meets Thursdays from 11 AM to noon at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, running September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly play production class for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (with a break on November...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Intermediate at Washington</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly ballet class for early childhood participants at Washington Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Clarendon</title>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A weekly early childhood music and movement class for young children, meeting Thursdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM at Clarendon Community Center Park. The program runs from September 10 through December...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Small group personal training at Lake Shore Park runs Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, with no session on October 29 or November 26. Designed for adults, this...</description>
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      <title>Womens Crocheting Club at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ridge Park. The Women&#39;s Crocheting Club at Ridge Park meets on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Designed for seniors, the group offers a regular...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Pickleball open play at Sheil Community Center Park runs Thursdays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November 26. The program is open to...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A 14-week beginner ballet class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running September 10 through December 10 (no class on November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/young-scientist-at-sheil-2026-09-10-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly science program for youth at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no meeting on...</description>
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      <title>Ceramics at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ceramics-at-horner-2026-09-10-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Ceramics at Horner Park is a weekly youth instruction session running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program takes a break on Thanksgiving (November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-loyola-2026-09-10-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Loyola Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Loyola Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, with no session on November 26. The program covers basic...</description>
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      <title>Mommy &amp; Me Yoga at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly yoga session at Kennedy Park for adults with their young children, designed to stretch and bond together. The class meets Thursdays from 5:15 to 5:45 PM, running from September 10 through...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. An adult basketball league meeting Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Haas</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class does not meet on October 29 or November...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Gill</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Gill Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving week (November 26). Registration covers the...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Mann</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Seasonal Sports at Mann Park offers structured instruction for teens on Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, running September 10 through December 10. The program skips October 29 and November 26,...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - 4 on 4 League at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Park. A 4-on-4 men&#39;s basketball league runs Thursday evenings from September 10 through December 10 at Calumet Park, with games from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. The league is open to adults and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A weekly dodgeball program for teens runs Thursdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, starting September 10 and ending December 10, 2026. The session skips November 26....</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Donovan Fieldhouse. Tot Spot at Donovan Park is a weekly open play session for early childhood, held Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving on November...</description>
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      <title>Ceramics at Berger</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A 12-week ceramics course for adults at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting on Thursdays from noon to 3 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with a break on November 26....</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly 45-minute exercise class for adults that combines stretching, balance work, and strength training. It meets Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Maggie Daley Park, running from September 10...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Aquatic exercise sessions designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing seniors at Ellis Park, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October...</description>
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      <title>Crocheting at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly crocheting program for adults at Rainbow Beach Park meets Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 PM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session on November 26 is skipped for...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Open volleyball for seniors at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10 AM to noon, September 10 through December 12. The program skips Thursday, November 26. No...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly half-hour movement class for adults at Hale Park, running Fridays from 10:30 to 11:00 AM from September 11 through November 20. The focus is on flexibility, balance, and gentle conditioning...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A 3-on-3 basketball program for teens at West Lawn Park, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 11 through November 20. The focus is on instruction, making it a solid option for players...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Connection at Hermitage</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hermitage Park. A weekly leadership program for teens at Hermitage Park in Englewood, meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 11 through December 4. The instruction-based format focuses on building...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. Art &amp; ABCs brings early childhood instruction to Bell Park on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program focuses on foundational skills for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A weekly fitness and movement program for early childhood aged children at Piotrowski Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026. This...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Open pickleball play at Sauganash Park, running on Mondays and Fridays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is open play for adults, with no structured instruction;...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly pickleball session with instruction for seniors at Norwood Park, running Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A teen watercolor instruction class at Chippewa Park in West Ridge, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not run on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wildwood Park. Soccer Skills at Wildwood is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, running Fridays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM at Wildwood Park. The session meets from September 11 through...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A weekly T-ball program at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park for early childhood participants, running on Fridays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly yoga class for seniors at Dvorak Park on Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 11 through December 11 (no session on October 30). The program offers instruction in a park...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Galewood Park. Bingo at Galewood Park runs Friday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, starting September 11 through December 11. The program is open to adults only and takes place at the park in the Austin...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Family basketball at Kelvyn Park offers a regular Friday evening slot for youth from September 11 through December 11. The program runs from 7:00 to 7:45 PM at the Kelvyn (William) Park fieldhouse,...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Warren</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly social gathering for older adults at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Fridays from 10 AM to noon from September 11 through December 11. The club offers a regular chance to connect with...</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Theater at Berger</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly children&#39;s theater program at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 11 through December 11. Designed for early childhood participants, the sessions...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly printmaking workshop for adults at Green Briar Park, running Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The instruction covers printmaking techniques, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A weekly yoga class for adults at Lake Shore Park, meeting Fridays from 11:00 to 11:50 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on September 25 or October 30....</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly storytime program at Green Briar Park for early childhood ages, running Fridays from 11 AM to 12 PM, September 11 through December 11. The series does not meet on September 25. A...</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Storytime at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center runs Friday mornings from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is designed for early childhood, with instruction-style...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A circuit training class designed for seniors, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM at McKinley Park. The program runs September 11 through December 11, 2026, and offers structured instruction for older...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media - Painting at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A 12-week mixed-media painting class for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running Fridays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Dvorak Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class does not meet on Friday, October 30. Instruction runs for...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Margate</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. Open pickleball for seniors at Margate Park, running Fridays from 1 to 3 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or November 27. No registration or fees...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, running Fridays from 1:30 to 2:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Note that sessions are...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Emmerson</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A weekly Friday afternoon drop-in program at Emmerson Park in West Ridge, running from September 11 through December 11. Designed for adults, the sessions offer instruction-based activities from 1:30...</description>
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      <title>Piano - Group - Beginner at Horner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A beginner piano class for seniors at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, and focuses on introductory instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at Stanton Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. Instruction is the focus — a regular after-school option for young...</description>
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      <title>Sound Studio Partnership at Seward</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Sound Studio Partnership at Seward Park offers an instructional program for youth, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Archery instruction for teens runs on Friday afternoons at Horner Park from September 11 through December 11, 4:15 to 5:30 PM, with no session on September 18. The program covers basic archery...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Margate</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. A dodgeball program for youth at Margate Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and November 27. This is an...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Union</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Union Park. Union Park hosts open volleyball on Friday evenings from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is a drop-in program for adults — no registration or team required, just...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A girls volleyball league for teens meets Friday evenings from 6 to 9 PM at Welles Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and November 27. This is an...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, running Fridays from 6:00 to 8:15 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration or instruction — just show up...</description>
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      <title>Bingo at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avalon Park. Bingo runs Friday evenings at Avalon Park from September 11 through December 11, with games from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Open to adults.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A sports conditioning program for teens at Rowan Park, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with instruction-based workouts. Registration cost is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A series of adult music ensemble rehearsals at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 6:45 to 7:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is an instructional program for adults...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A weekly oil painting class for adults at Ken-Well Park, running Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class does not meet on October 30 or November 6....</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Owens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Owens (Jesse) Park, running Mondays and Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM, September 11 through December 11.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A bilingual Spanish language program for early childhood at McKinley Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from noon to 1:15 PM. The session runs from September 11 to December 11, 2026. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Loyola Park. A walking club for seniors meets at Loyola Park on Fridays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The group is open to all older adults looking for a low-key...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A senior line dance class at Warren Park, meeting on Mondays and Fridays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM from September 11 through December 11. The program is designed for older adults and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. A Friday-morning silk painting program at Holstein Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Sessions take place from 9:30 to 11:15 AM and are geared toward adults. This is an...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A weekly 4-on-4 basketball program for adults at Altgeld Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 AM to noon, September 12 through November 21. The focus is on instruction, so it works for players looking to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Inner City Flag Football Girls is an instructional program for girls at Fosco Park, running from September 12 through November 21, 2026. Practice sessions take place on Mondays from 6:00 to 6:50 PM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A family arts and crafts program at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, offering instruction in a range of creative projects. Sessions run Saturdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM, September 12 through December...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A teen hip-hop dance instruction program at Armour Square Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM between September 12 and December 5, 2026. Designed for teens, the class focuses on choreography and...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A weekly art program for early childhood at Blackhawk Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:15 to 10:00 AM. The session runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no class on October 31 or November...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Open pickleball at Sauganash Park runs Saturdays from 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM, September 12 through December 12. The sessions are open to adults; no registration or set partner required.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at River Park. A weekly ballet conditioning partnership program for adults at River Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A 4-on-4 basketball program for teens at Austin Town Hall Park, running Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. This is an instructional program, so participants can expect...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-12-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for girls at Level 3 to 4, held Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Shabbona Gymnastics Center in Dunning. The session runs from September 12 to December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Soccer Skills at Sheridan Park is a Saturday-morning instructional program for early childhood participants, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Sessions meet from 9:30 to 10:15 AM,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A Saturday-morning soccer program for early childhood participants at Pulaski Park, running from September 12 through December 12. Sessions meet weekly from 10:45 to 11:45 AM, with no activities on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for adults, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Maggie Daley Park. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no class on Saturday,...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A Saturday morning low-impact aerobics class for seniors at Rosenblum Park, running from 10 to 11 AM each Saturday from September 12 through December 12. The sessions focus on instruction and are...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Welles</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly volleyball instruction program for teens at Welles (Gideon) Park in Lincoln Square, running Saturdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. Note that sessions do...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A 13-week boxing instruction program for teens at McGuane Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from noon to 1 PM. The program focuses on technique and fitness rather...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A parent-and-child play group for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM at McKinley Park. The session runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, and focuses on interactive play and...</description>
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      <title>Drawing at Berger</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A 14-week drawing class for adults at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM from September 12 through December 12. Instruction is the focus, with no further details on...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for early childhood participants at Fuller (Melville) Park, running Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM between September 12 and December 12. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly beginner ballet class for early childhood participants, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Berger Park in Edgewater. The program runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Smith</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth cross-country running program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. No sessions on October 31 or November 28....</description>
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      <title>Dance - Jazz at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A youth jazz dance class held on Saturday mornings at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with sessions from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. There is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly crocheting class for adults at Ridge Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:45 to 4:00 PM from September 12 through December 12. The program is instruction-based, making it a solid option for...</description>
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      <title>Speed &amp; Agility at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Speed &amp; Agility is a 45-minute Sunday morning fitness session at Maggie Daley Park, running from September 13 through December 13, 2026, with no session on November 1. The program is an adult...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Loyola Park. Open volleyball at Loyola Park runs Sundays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, from September 13 through December 13. This is an adult open-play session — no registration or formal teams, just show up and...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop Partnership at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week hip hop dance class for early childhood participants at Eckhart Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:25 PM. The program runs September 14 through October 19 and focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly low-impact exercise class focused on back strength and balance, meeting Monday mornings from 10:15 to 11:00 AM at Owens Park. The program runs from September 14 through November 30, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Brainerd Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 14 through November 30, 2026 (no session October 12). Instruction-based, with the schedule...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Cragin</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Cragin Park. Kiddie College at Cragin Park is a multi-month early childhood instruction program for young children, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, September 14 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. Art &amp; ABCs meets weekly at Marquette Park on Mondays from 3 to 4 PM, September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12). The program blends early childhood instruction with hands-on art and...</description>
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      <title>Oil Painting at Ken-Well</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A teen oil painting class meets at Ken-Well Park on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7 (with no session on November 2). Instruction covers the basics of the medium...</description>
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      <title>Girls Ballet - Beginner at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A beginner ballet class for girls at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no class on October 12). The program focuses on basic...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Special Olympics swimming instruction for adults at Shabbona Park, meeting Mondays from 7 to 8 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26, or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A parent-and-tot program at Dvorak Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session skips October 12 and October 26. Designed for early...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly yoga and Pilates fusion class for adults, meeting Monday mornings from 10 to 11 AM at Harris Park in Woodlawn. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, offering a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly woodcraft workshop for adults at Horner Park, meeting Mondays from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program runs every Monday except October 12. Instruction is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood ages at McKinley Park, meeting Mondays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, running September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12). The program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Ballet Conditioning at Kennicott Park is a weekly class designed for seniors, running Mondays from noon to 1 PM between September 14 and December 7, 2026. The program focuses on ballet-based...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A tap dance class for early childhood participants at Stanton Park in River North, meeting Mondays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The schedule skips Monday, October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A senior pickleball instruction program runs on Mondays from 12:30 to 1:00 PM at Fuller (Melville) Park, starting September 14 through December 7, 2026. The weekly session focuses on teaching the...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly LEGO-building session for early childhood participants at Gill Park, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7 and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Sheil Community Center Park offers a regular Monday afternoon gathering from 1:45 to 3:30 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program takes place...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Warren</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Mondays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A senior conditioning program meeting Monday afternoons from 2:30 to 3:15 PM at Commercial Club Playground, running September 14 through December 7 (with no sessions on October 26 or November 23)....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Dance at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Calumet Park. A 12-week early childhood dance instruction series for toddlers and their caregivers, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Calumet Park on the East Side. The program runs from September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly soccer skills program for youth at Holstein Park in Bucktown, running Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The schedule skips October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Theater at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A children&#39;s theater program meeting on Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12 and October...</description>
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      <title>Girls Basketball Skills at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly girls basketball skills program at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, running Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, September 14 through December 7 (no session on October 12). Instruction-based, designed for...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A co-ed adult volleyball league at Brainerd Park, running on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. Teams compete in a league format over the fall season. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Sculpture Open Studio at Horner</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly open studio for adults working in sculpture at Horner Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. The session on October 12 is canceled. This is a...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/abs-core-at-park-no-596-2026-09-14-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-group-fitness-room/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Group Fitness Room. A weekly 45-minute abs and core workout at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. This adult instruction class skips October...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Girls in the Park Club at Ping Tom Memorial Park offers instruction and recreation for teens, meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program runs for...</description>
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      <title>Fitness Boot Camp at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A fitness boot camp for seniors at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Mondays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a weekly early childhood program at Pottawattomie Park that combines art activities with letter-learning for young children. The class meets Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. Little Artists is a weekly drop-in art instruction program for youth at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering, running Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Mann</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for adults at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Mondays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The program starts September 14 and continues through December 7, with no session...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A fall session for early childhood instruction at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM between September 14 and December 11, 2026. Note...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Wilson Community Center</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A senior walking club meeting at Wilson Community Center Park on Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, running September 14 through December 11, 2026. The group does not meet on Monday, October 12....</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth tennis basics program at Gompers Park, held Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 15 through October 20.</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Abbott Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The session runs from September 15 through November 19, 2026, and is designed as...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Senn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. A mat-based Pilates class meets at Senn Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 15 through November 19 (skipping October 27 and 29). Designed for adults, the program...</description>
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      <title>Musical Theater at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly musical theater instruction program at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 15 through December 1, 2026. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A parent-child play and learning group for early childhood ages, meeting Tuesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Stanton Park in River North. The program runs from September 15 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Brick Builders Club at McKinley Park runs as a weekly after-school program on Tuesdays from September 15 through December 8, meeting from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. The instruction-based activity is designed...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Revere</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Music and Movement at Revere Park is an early childhood instruction program that meets on Tuesdays from September 15 to December 8, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The series is designed for young children to...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens that combines art activities with early literacy skills. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, Art &amp; ABCs meets Tuesdays and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Loyola Park. A Special Olympics basketball and volleyball program runs at Loyola Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 15 to December 10, 6:30 to 8:00 PM. The season excludes October 27, October 29,...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Gage</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A recurring program at Gage Park that meets Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, from September 15 through December 15, 2026. Designed for adults, this instruction-based activity offers a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A twice-weekly pickleball instruction session for seniors at Sherman Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 15 through December 17. The program skips Thanksgiving Day,...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A six-week tennis program for youth at Douglass Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 16 and October 21. It&#39;s a partnership program, so the focus is on instruction and play for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, running from September 16 through November 18, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Sheridan Park offers a recurring social gathering for older adults, meeting on the third Wednesday of each month from September 16 through November 18, from 12:30 to 2:30...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A weekly arts and crafts session at Palmer (Potter) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 16 through December 2, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League 3.0 Doubles at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-30-doubles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-16-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A 3.0-level doubles tennis league for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from noon to 2 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The league skips Wednesday, November 25.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at West Lawn Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 10:45 to 11:30 AM from September 16 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A free, multi-sport instructional program for athletes of all ages runs Wednesdays from 2:00 to 4:30 PM at Marquette Park, from September 16 through December 9. The session skips three Wednesdays —...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Special Olympics floor hockey runs as a weekly instructional program at Eckhart Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to 12 PM between September 16 and December 9, 2026. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Chair Exercise at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens runs Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 PM, September 16 through December 9, skipping November 11. This is a senior-focused seated or standing exercise...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly bowling program at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Wednesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, September 16 through December 9, 2026. The activity is instructional and open to all ages, though note...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Latin at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly Latin dance instruction program for youth at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM, September 16 through December 9 (skipping November 11). The series...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Owens</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Owens Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM from September 16 through December 9, with no session on November 11. The class runs for the full fall...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. Music and Movement at Wilson (John P.) Park gives early childhood participants a weekly Wednesday morning session combining music and guided movement. The program runs from September 16 through...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A tap dance instruction program for youth at Armour Square Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 to 5 PM, running from September 16 through December 11. Note that there are no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Womens Basketball - Open at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Open women&#39;s basketball runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM at Lindblom Park, from September 16 through December 11. The session is for adults and follows a drop-in format — no...</description>
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      <title>Adult/Baby Once Upon a Stretch at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/adultbaby-once-upon-a-stretch-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-17-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A five-week movement class for adults and their babies at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting on Thursday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM between September 17 and October 15, 2026. The class focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Cardio Tennis at Green Briar Park is a partnership program for adults, meeting Thursday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, September 17 through October 22. The six-week session combines tennis drills...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at West Chatham</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at West Chatham Park. A social club for seniors at West Chatham Park, meeting Thursdays from 10 AM to noon on the first and third weeks of each month from September 17 through December 3. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A parent-and-child yoga class for early childhood ages, meeting Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM at Stanton Park in River North. The session runs from September 17 through December 3, skipping Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Riis</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A weekly walking club for seniors at Riis Park in Belmont Cragin, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM from September 17 through December 10. The group takes a break on Thanksgiving week (November...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Mann</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. The Special Olympics Sports League runs Thursday mornings from 9 AM to 2 PM at Mann Park in Hegewisch, starting September 17 through December 10, 2026. This instruction-based program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Art &amp; ABCs at McGuane Park pairs early childhood instruction with creative activities for young learners, meeting Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 17 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A step aerobics class designed for seniors, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The program runs from September 17 through December 10, 2026, with no session...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A Special Olympics sports league for adults runs Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM at Harrison (Carter) Park, starting September 17 through December 17, 2026. The program offers instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly line dance class for adults at Fosco Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 18 through December 11. The session focuses on instruction, so it works for both beginners and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Loyola Park. A social recreation program for adults meets Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at Loyola Park, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly yoga-Pilates fusion class for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park. The program meets on Fridays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running from September 18 through December 11. It is designed...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A free, 12-week instruction program for early childhood participants at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, September 19 through December 12. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-19-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-womens-35-doubles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-20-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A women&#39;s 3.5-level doubles tennis league at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, September 20 through December 13, 2026. The league skips November 29. Designed for adults,...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-womens-40-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-20-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for women playing 4.0 singles, meeting Sundays from 7 to 9 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The season runs from September 20 through December 13, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-womens-35-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-20-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A women&#39;s 3.5 singles tennis league at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, September 20 through December 13, 2026. This individual league is for adults, with no play on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A low-impact water walking program for seniors at Sheridan Park, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM from September 21 through December 7. The class skips October 12, October 26, and November 23. This...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Foster Park, running Mondays through Fridays from September 21 to December 11. Practice times shift during the week: 5 to 6 PM on Mondays through Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. Open swim at La Follette Park runs on a rotating schedule through the fall season: Monday afternoons from 1 to 4 PM, Tuesday through Friday from 2 to 3:45 PM, and Saturdays from 2 to 4:45 PM. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. Open swim at Independence Park runs on a regular schedule from September 21 through December 12: Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays, 1 to 2 PM, with no session on October 12, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Lap swim returns to McGuane Park for the fall season, offering dedicated lane time for adults on a regular weekly schedule. From September 21 through December 12, the pool is open for lap swimming...</description>
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      <description> at West Pullman Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Mondays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM at West Pullman Park. The program runs from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description> at Ridge Park. Aquatic Exercise I offers water walking at Ridge Park in Beverly, designed for seniors. The program runs Monday mornings from 9 to 10 AM, September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description> at Harris (Harriet) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Harris (Harriet) Park, meeting Monday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The program takes place...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Hayes (Francis) Park in Ashburn. The program runs from September 22 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Portage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Portage Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level II is an early childhood swim instruction program at Portage Park, for children working on the next stage of water skills. The class meets on Tuesdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Stanton Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM, September 22 through December 8. The program skips October 27 and November 24. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, running on Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon between September 22 and December 8. Instruction-focused, designed for gentler movement...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Park No. 595. Aquatic Cardio Cycling offers a full-body workout combining cycling with water resistance in a pool setting. The program runs on Tuesdays evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at Park No. 595 in Riverdale,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Senior Swim at Fernwood Park offers a dedicated morning lap swim for seniors, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, from September 22 through December 11, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <description> at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at the Ellis Park pool, running on Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 22 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <description> at Mann (James) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Mann Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 22 to December 8, 6:30 to 7:30 PM, with no sessions on October 27 and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Independence</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Independence Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Independence Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. The session runs from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for adults at the Kosciuszko Park pool, running on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 23 through December 9. The class does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A girls volleyball league for teens runs on Thursday afternoons and evenings at McKinley Park, from September 24 through December 10, 2026. Teams play from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at McGuane Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. The session runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no class on October 29 or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Park No. 595. Aquatic Cardio Cycling is a weekly pool-based cycling class for adults, meeting Thursdays from 7 to 8 PM at Park No. 595 in Riverdale. The program runs from September 24 through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for adults at Wentworth Park, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Runs from September 25 through December 11, 2026, with no session on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at McGuane Park, meeting Fridays from 10 to 11 AM from September 25 through December 11, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27. The program...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Cardio Cycling at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Aquatic Cardio Cycling is an adult fitness program that combines stationary cycling with water resistance, held at Harrison (Carter) Park. Sessions run Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly water walking class at Austin Town Hall Park, designed for adults who want a low-impact workout. The program runs on Fridays from 11 AM to noon, starting September 25 and continuing through...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults, meeting Fridays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM at Austin Town Hall Park. The session runs from September 25 through December 11, 2026, excluding October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM at Sheridan Park. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no classes on October 31 or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A 12-week parent-and-child swim class at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 26 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Theater at Munroe</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Munroe (Roy) Park. A youth theater program at Munroe Park in Beverly, running from September 28 through December 18. Participants meet three days a week: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, plus...</description>
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      <title>Reading Club at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly reading club for adults meets at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens on Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to noon, running from September 30 through November 25, 2026. The program skips the session...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park offers youth instruction Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running October 6 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving. The program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A single-session self-defense and kickboxing workshop for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Wednesday evening, October 7, from 8:00 to 8:45 PM. The class covers basic striking and defense...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Dunning. Tweens in grades 3 to 5 can play video games and table games at this after-school hangout, with Smash Bros, Minecraft, Mario Kart, air hockey, and foosball available. It runs Wednesday, October 7,...</description>
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      <title>WTTW First Wednesday</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Field Museum. WTTW First Wednesday at the Field Museum grants free general admission all day on Wednesday, October 7, from 9 AM to 5 PM. A straightforward chance to explore the museum&#39;s permanent exhibits without...</description>
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      <description> at Dunning. An after-school drop-in series at the Dunning branch library for teens in 6th grade and up. On Thursday, October 8 from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, the space opens for hanging out, playing games, and making...</description>
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      <description> at Archer Heights. A drop-in volunteer session at Archer Heights Library for teens in grades 6 through 12, offering one hour of service credit on Thursday, October 8, from 4 to 5 PM. Participants help with library...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Drop by the Back of the Yards branch on Friday, October 9, from 3 to 4 PM for an hour of casual checkers. This open-play session welcomes teen players ages 13 to 18 at any skill level — no experience...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at West Pullman. A drop-in computer skills session for seniors at West Pullman, using the Chicago Digital Learn online resource to cover basics or serve as a refresher. It takes place Friday, October 9, from 11 AM to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Hegewisch. A canvas tote bag painting workshop at the Hegewisch branch on Friday, October 9, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Registration is required in advance. The library asks that requests for sign language...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A haunted evening cruise aboard the Chicago&#39;s First Lady, departing from the Loop on Friday, October 9. The event includes a tour of the city&#39;s waterfront from the deck of a historic vessel, with a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mount Greenwood. A story time for toddlers ages 18 to 35 months, with songs, stretches, and a craft to follow the reading. It takes place Monday morning, October 12, from 11:00 to 11:30 AM at the Mount Greenwood...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Archer Heights. Kids Grab and Go: Pipe Cleaner Ninja offers a take-home craft kit for children ages 6 to 13 at the Archer Heights branch. Because the library is hosting early voting that day, the usual in-person...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A baby story time on Wednesday morning, October 14, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM at Lincoln Park, led by Miss Rebecca. The program focuses on adult-child interaction through songs, rhymes, and books to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. An informal story time for walking toddlers up to age 4 and their caregivers at Lincoln Belmont, featuring short books, action rhymes, and songs. The half-hour program on Wednesday, October 14,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A parent-tot ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center on Thursday, October 15, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. Designed for early childhood, this open-skate format lets caregivers and young children...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at West Englewood. On Thursday afternoon, October 15, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, the West Englewood branch runs a simple candy-themed seek-and-find game. Participants grab a hunt sheet, then race against a clock or other...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Brainerd. A drop-in craft hour at the Brainerd Branch on Thursday evening, October 15, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, where adults can try painting on four-inch-square canvases. The library supplies the paint and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly science program for early childhood participants at Commercial Club Playground, running Fridays from 11 AM to noon, October 16 through December 4, 2026 (skipping October 30 and November 27)....</description>
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      <title>Blood Pressure Screenings with the Chicago Department of Public Health</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Douglass. The Chicago Department of Public Health holds free blood pressure screenings at the library on the third Saturday of each month, including Saturday, October 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. No registration...</description>
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      <description> at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A dog-friendly Halloween costume cruise aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises on Saturday, October 17. The event invites owners and their costumed canines aboard for a themed outing, but no further...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Scottsdale. A free Sunday-afternoon screening of the 2015 family-horror comedy based on R.L. Stine&#39;s book series, running from 1:30 to 4:00 PM at the Scottsdale branch. The movie runs 103 minutes, rated PG, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Brainerd. Children ages 0 to 3 and their caregivers gather with Ms. Carlynn for a fall-themed story time at the Brainerd branch on Monday, October 19, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Expect songs, rhymes, and books,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Archer Heights. On Monday, October 19, Archer Heights offers a grab-and-go craft kit for kids ages 6 to 13: a Pipe Cleaner Ninja activity, available at the Reference Desk from noon to 8 PM. Kits are one per person...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Brainerd. A weekly afterschool hangout at Brainerd where tweens ages 10 to 19 can grab a snack, play games, and chat with friends. Ms. Carlynn hosts the session on Tuesday, October 20 from 4 to 5 PM. For...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Mayfair. The Mayfair branch invites kids ages 3 to 13 to an afternoon of LEGO building on Tuesday, October 20, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. All bricks and materials are provided; participants build whatever they...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at West Loop. A bilingual story time for children ages 3 to 8 and their families, featuring songs, stories, and rhymes in English and Spanish. It takes place on Tuesday, October 20, from 4:15 to 4:45 PM at the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Hegewisch. LEGO Club at Hegewisch gives kids ages 6 to 13 a low-key, open-ended building session with LEGOs, where the only rule is to create what comes to mind. The Tuesday, October 20 gathering runs from 4 to...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. A low-key, hands-on workshop at Jeffery Manor for adults and seniors who want to get comfortable with computers at their own pace. The session introduces DigitalLearn, a free online learning platform...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner pickleball instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon, running October 20 through December 15, 2026 (no session November 24). Designed...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth pickleball class for beginners at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, October 20 through December 15, 2026. The program focuses on instruction, guiding new...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Dunning. A weekly hangout for kids in grades 3 to 5, featuring video games like Smash Bros, Minecraft, and Mario Kart alongside air hockey and foosball. The group meets Wednesday, October 21 from 3:30 to 4:30...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis lesson series for adult players rated NTRP 3.0 to 4.0, meeting early Wednesday mornings from 6:00 to 7:00 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The program runs from October 21 through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. JD Future Stars runs Wednesdays from October 21 to December 16 at McFetridge Sports Center, 5:00 to 7:00 PM, for teens. The program provides tennis instruction over eight weeks, skipping November 25....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Eckhart Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from October 22 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. Designed for young...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An ice hockey goaltending clinic for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, focusing on instruction and skill development. The program runs on Thursdays from 4:50 to 5:40 PM, starting October 22 and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner pickleball instruction program for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, October 22 through December 17. The session skips Thanksgiving Day (November...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Back of the Yards. Drop by the Back of the Yards branch for a casual game of checkers on Friday, October 23, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The session is open to teens 13 to 18, and all skill levels are welcome. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Rogers Park Branch Mystery Group meets on Saturday, October 24, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The specific title for this month&#39;s discussion has not yet been announced. The group gathers at the Rogers...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Family Gymnastics at Morgan Park Sports Center is a Sunday-morning program for early childhood, running from October 25 through December 20, 2026, with a break on November 29. Sessions take place...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Archer Heights. This month&#39;s Craft Lab at Archer Heights goes grab-and-go because the library is hosting early voting. Pick up a kit from the Reference Desk anytime the library is open on Monday, October 26, between...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Archer Heights. Archer Heights Library is offering a grab-and-go craft kit for kids ages 6 to 13: a Pipe Cleaner Ninja activity, available at the reference desk on Monday, October 26, from noon to 8 PM. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM from October 27 through December 22, 2026. The recurring program is open to older...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A weekly craft session for tweens and teens in grades 6 through 12, held at the Budlong Woods library on Wednesday, October 28, from 4 to 6 PM. Each afternoon features a new project, with snacks and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A six-week adult tennis program at Indian Boundary Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM from October 28 through December 2. The &#34;Partnership&#34; format suggests a partner-based cardio...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A Halloween party for adults 60 and older at Kennedy (Dennis) Park on Thursday, October 29, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. The afternoon includes games, contests, candy and prizes, plus a movie with popcorn....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Wrightwood-Ashburn. A weekly story time for the youngest library patrons at the Wrightwood-Ashburn branch. Each Thursday morning from 10:30 to 11:00, caregivers and kids up to age 5 gather for songs, rhymes, and books,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A girls youth volleyball league meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, running from October 30, 2026 through March 12, 2027. The league skips December 25, 2026 and January 1,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at North Austin. A Halloween craft session at the North Austin branch, where kids ages five and up can make decorations and pick up treats on Saturday, October 31, from noon to 1 PM. The library provides materials...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. Cardio Tennis at Washington (George) Park pairs tennis drills with a heart-rate workout, aiming to keep adults moving through the fall. The program runs Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, October 31...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A six-week hip-hop dance class for early childhood participants at Seward Park, meeting Mondays from November 2 through December 7 (skipping November 23) at 5:30 PM. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Wheelchair racing roller training sessions at Jesse White Park, held Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, November 2 through December 7. Instruction is open to all ages.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A workshop that walks through the basics of Medicare—Parts A, B, C, and D—without the jargon. David Tucci from LifeSmart Senior Services covers enrollment timelines, costs, and common mistakes to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A six-week Spanish-language program for young children at Valley Forge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM between November 4 and December 9. The session skips November 11. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Craft Club for Tots - Art at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A five-week craft series for early childhood at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:30 PM. The program runs November 5 through December 3, skipping Thanksgiving week on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Officiating at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A seven-session basketball officiating class for adults, held Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 7:45 PM at West Pullman Park. The program runs November 5 through December 17, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Learn about Medicare Options</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at West Town. A SHIP counselor from ASI Services leads this Medicare overview at West Town, covering Parts A through D, enrollment periods, eligibility, pricing, and factors to weigh when choosing a plan. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Clearing. A drop-in lamination service at the Clearing branch on the second Thursday of each month. Bring documents you want preserved, and staff provide the laminator and up to five lamination sheets per...</description>
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      <title>Girls 12&#34; Softball Hitting Clinic at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A 45-minute hitting clinic at Kennedy Park on Monday, November 16, from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, teaching girls ages 6 to 12 the fundamentals of softball hitting using instructional training with nets and...</description>
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      <title>Adult/Tot Adventure Yoga Club at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 16, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A five-week yoga series for early childhood participants and their grown-ups, meeting Monday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The program runs from November 16 through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Northtown. An hour of open-ended LEGO building at Northtown library for kids ages 5 and up, with the option to create whatever they imagine using the library&#39;s bricks. The session runs Thursday, November 19,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Learn &amp; Play - Advanced Beginner at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 19, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A five-session advanced-beginner pickleball program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM from November 19 through December 17, 2026 (skipping November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Macy&#39;s Holiday Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Macy&#39;s Chicago. Macy&#39;s on State Street transforms its store into Holiday Square on the Friday before Thanksgiving, November 20, 2026. The exact hours and pricing are not specified, so check with the store for...</description>
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      <title>Boys Baseball Hitting Clinic at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A baseball hitting clinic at Kennedy Park on Friday, November 20, from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. Designed for boys ages 6 to 12, the session covers basic hitting fundamentals using instructional training with...</description>
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      <title>ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. ZooLights takes over Lincoln Park Zoo from Friday, November 20 through Sunday, January 3, running nightly from 4:30 to 9:00 PM. The zoo’s winter lights display returns with illuminated animal...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball League at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 20, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A men&#39;s basketball league runs Friday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, starting November 20, 2026 through April 2, 2027. The league is for adults and plays as a team format....</description>
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      <title>Blood Pressure Screenings with the Chicago Department of Public Health</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Douglass. The Chicago Department of Public Health sets up at the Douglass branch library on the third Saturday of each month for free, no-appointment blood pressure screenings. This month&#39;s drop-in hours run...</description>
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      <title>Medicare 101</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Clearing. A straightforward Medicare information session at the Clearing branch on Saturday, November 21, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. A representative from MA3 Healthcare Solutions covers the differences between...</description>
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      <title>Adult Book Discussion</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at West Lawn. The Adult Book Discussion meets at the West Lawn branch on Monday, November 23, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM for a conversation about that month’s selected title. You’ll need to call the branch at...</description>
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      <title>Tween Tuesday</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Coleman. Tween Tuesday offers a drop-in afternoon of crafting, gaming, and general hanging out in the YOUmedia Design Den at the Coleman branch. The program runs on Tuesday, November 24, from 4 to 5 PM and is...</description>
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      <title>Thanksgiving Rock Painting</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Kids ages 6 to 13 can paint Thanksgiving-themed rocks at the Jeffery Manor library on Tuesday, November 24, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The session supplies rocks, paint, and design ideas like turkeys,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Russell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. A recreational adult basketball league runs on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Russell (Martin) Square Park, stretching from late November 2026 through April 1, 2027. The league...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 28, 2026 at Rogers Park. The Rogers Park Branch Mystery Group meets on Saturday, November 28, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, with the month&#39;s title to be announced. The group gathers at the Rogers Park branch — check back closer to...</description>
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      <title>Tummy Time for Babies</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Logan Square. A story time at the Logan Square branch designed specifically for the youngest listeners, with songs and stories for babies ages 0 to 1 accompanied by a caregiver. The session takes place Monday...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Chicago Lawn. A hands-on ornament-decorating session for tweens and teens (ages 6 and up) at the Chicago Lawn branch on Thursday, December 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Participants can paint, write names or dates, or...</description>
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      <title>Family Story Time</title>
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      <description>Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Merlo. Family Story Time at Merlo brings together books, songs, and rhymes for the youngest listeners and their grown-ups. The Saturday morning session runs from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, designed for kids 0 to 5...</description>
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      <title>Drop and Shop at Indian Road</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Indian Road Park. Parents can drop off their child at Indian Road Park on Wednesday, December 9, from 10 AM to 2 PM for a few hours of supervised games while they handle holiday preparations. This program is for...</description>
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      <title>Consult DCASE December</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center. Consult DCASE December is a midday drop-in session at the Chicago Cultural Center, offering a chance to ask questions and get guidance from the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events...</description>
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      <title>Adults Night Out: Naughty or Nice</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park Zoo. An adults-only evening at Lincoln Park Zoo on Thursday, December 10, from 7 to 10 PM, with the seasonal theme &#34;Naughty or Nice.&#34; No further details on programming are available, but the zoo&#39;s...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. A Saturday afternoon video-game hangout at the Greater Grand Crossing branch, where kids can play Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo Switch with others. Registration is required by the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 17, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. Holiday Bingo at Brooks Park is a low-key, social morning for adults 60 and older, with a festive spin on the classic game. On Thursday, December 17, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, the park’s fieldhouse...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Indian Road Park. Parents can drop off children ages 4 to 9 at Indian Road Park on Monday, December 21, from 10 AM to 2 PM for supervised games and activities while they handle holiday preparations. Kids must be potty...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at Vodak-East Side. The adult book club at Vodak-East Side meets monthly to discuss a different title each time. On Tuesday, December 29, the group gathers from 1:00 to 2:00 PM for its regular conversation. Those who...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Brands Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation and instruction at Brands Park on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running from January 4 through March 12, 2027. The program does not meet on Martin Luther King Jr....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Euclid Park. Park Kids at Euclid Park runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027, with instruction-based activities for youth. The program does not meet on Monday, January 18 or Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Park Kids is a consistent after-school option for families in North Lawndale, offering supervised instruction and activities at Douglass Park. The winter session runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Cooper (Jack) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at Cooper (Jack) Park in West Pullman. The winter session runs from Monday, January 4 through Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. Windy City Hoops runs a basketball league at Russell Square Park for teens, with sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, and Saturdays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Moore (Maurice) Park. Every weekday afternoon from March 29 to May 26, 2027, Moore Park runs its spring session of Park Kids, an instructional after-school program for youth. Participants meet Monday through Friday from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Rainey (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Rainey (Edward) Park in Ashburn, offering supervised instruction for youth on weekday afternoons from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs Mondays through Fridays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Kiddie College runs weekday mornings at Welles Park from March 29 to June 4, 2027, offering early childhood instruction sessions from 10 AM to noon. The program meets Monday through Friday, though it...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Holstein Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Holstein Park in Bucktown, offering supervised instruction and activities for youth. The program runs weekdays from March 29 through June 10, 2027:...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open pickleball play at Broadway Armory Park, running Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM between September 10 and December 10. For adults only. Note that there is no session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An ice hockey league for teens at Morgan Park Sports Center, running on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:50 to 5:50 PM. The season starts Tuesday, August 25, 2026 and ends Thursday, March 4, 2027, with...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Peterson</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. Tot Spot offers unstructured playtime for early childhood at Peterson Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. A walking club for seniors meets at Chopin Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). Open to all...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10 with no meetings on October 27, October 29, or...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A senior conditioning class meeting at Ellis Park on Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 9 through December 2, 2026 (no session on November 11). Instruction-based, aimed at older...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Open pickleball play for seniors at Kilbourn Park, running Wednesdays from 1 to 3 PM from September 9 through December 9. The program skips November 11. No registration or fee mentioned — just show...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A chair-based exercise program for seniors at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM. The class runs from September 9 to December 9, 2026, and is designed as...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A mat-based Pilates program at Brainerd Park runs on a weekly schedule from September 9 through December 18: Mondays from noon to 12:45 PM, and Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to noon. The class is...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A 45-minute parent-child gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>2-Ball Basketball at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A youth basketball program at Humboldt Park, running Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 PM, September 12 through December 12 (skipping October 31). The focus is on instruction, not open play, for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A youth sports instruction program at West Pullman Park, running weekdays from September 21 to December 11, 2026 (excluding October 12, November 11, and November 26). Sessions meet Mondays, Tuesdays,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Don Nash</title>
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      <description> at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for seniors, meeting Monday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Don Nash Community Center pool. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, with no...</description>
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      <description> at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program designed for seniors, meeting Monday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Foster Park. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Building Challenges and Games</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at North Austin. A drop-in building and games session at the North Austin branch on Friday, October 16, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Kids ages 6 to 13 can work through a set of building challenges or play games, using their...</description>
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      <title>Fall Canvas Boards</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Hall. A fall-themed canvas-board art activity for kids ages 3 to 13, held at the Hall on Thursday, October 22, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. Participants paint and take home their own autumn image. Registration is...</description>
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      <title>Contemporary Book Discussion: Remarkably Bright Creatures</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park. The Lincoln Park Branch hosts a discussion of Shelby Van Pelt&#39;s *Remarkably Bright Creatures* on Thursday evening, November 12, from 6:30 to 7:15 PM. Copies of the title are available at the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Lincoln Park. Teens gather at the Lincoln Park Teen Room on Tuesday afternoon, November 17, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM to make galaxy-themed buttons using a button maker and supplied cardstock. Registration is required...</description>
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      <title>The A, B, C &amp; D’s of Medicare</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Lincoln Park. A Medicare workshop at Lincoln Park on Tuesday evening, December 1, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, led by David Tucci of LifeSmart Senior Services. The session covers how each part of Medicare works,...</description>
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      <title>Slime for the Holidays</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Chicago Bee. A hands-on craft session for kids at the Chicago Bee library on Monday, December 21, from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, where participants make their own holiday-themed slime to take home. All materials are...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Varsity at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Monday, July 27, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. A recurring youth football instruction program at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The program runs from July 27 through November 27, 2026, and is...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Monday, July 27, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. The Junior Bear Football Pee Wee program meets at Jackson Fieldhouse for instruction on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, running from July 27 to November 27. Designed for youth,...</description>
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      <title>Sightseeing River &amp; Lake Cruise</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 7, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A 75-minute narrated cruise covering both the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, departing from the Michigan Avenue bridge. The route takes in the city&#39;s architecture from the water and passes through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 13, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A weekly social club for seniors at Hiawatha Park, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running from August 13 through December 17, 2026 (skipping November 26). The program offers a regular...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 17, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Pickleball open play at Hiawatha Park runs on a senior-friendly schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, starting August 17 through December 18. The program is open to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth soccer league at Addams Park, running Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM and Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, from August 19 through October 24. Designed for individual registration rather than a team...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Downtown &amp; Neighborhoods. A series of parades rolling through downtown and various neighborhoods on select Sundays from August 23 through December 6, 2026. The individual dates, routes, and start times vary, so check the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A youth flag football program at Bessemer Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from Monday, August 24 through Friday, October 9, 2026. The program runs on an instruction-based format...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A tactical pickleball instruction program for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, focusing on drills and skills. Sessions run Mondays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, August 24 through October 12, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). This is an eight-session gymnastics class for boys at Level 3-4, meeting Monday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Morgan Park Sports Center. The program runs from August 24 through October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A session of Snowplow Sam 3-4, the Learn to Skate USA program for early childhood skaters, meets Monday afternoons from 5:00 to 5:30 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The series runs from August 24...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A structured ice skating class for youth, meeting Monday afternoons from 5:30 to 6:15 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs from August 24 to October 12, 2026, with no class on September...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM between August 24 and October 12, 2026. The session skips Monday, September 7. This is a structured...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A girls&#39; youth soccer program runs on Monday evenings at Addams Park in Little Italy, with sessions from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program meets weekly from August 24 through October 12, skipping Labor...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Hurdles (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-week hurdling fundamentals program for youth, meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Gately Park. Runs from August 24 through October 12, with no session on September 7....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly basketball program for teens at Addams Park, running Mondays from 6 to 7 PM from August 24 through October 12. The session on Monday, September 7 is skipped. This is instructional play, not...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 6:10 to 6:50 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026 (skipping Labor Day, September 7). The session is...</description>
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      <title>Shot Put &amp; Throwing Techniques (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly throwing-technique clinic at Gately Park, focused on shot put for teens. Sessions meet Monday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, running from August 24 through October 12, 2026 (skipping Labor...</description>
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      <title>Sprints &amp; Relays (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Sprints &amp; Relays is an instructional track program for youth at Gately Park, meeting on Monday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM. The session runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Registered Freestyle Ice at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Registered freestyle ice sessions at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Mondays from 7:25 to 8:25 PM, August 24 through October 12, 2026 (skipping September 7). Open to all ages. Participants must...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Teen &amp; Adult 2 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week instructional ice skating program for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting on Monday evenings from 8:25 to 9:10 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Teen &amp; Adult 5 - 6 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week ice skating instruction session for teens and adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 8:25 to 9:10 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A play-based early childhood program at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to noon from August 24 through October 14. The session skips Monday, September 7. Designed...</description>
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      <title>3 day: Southside Skating Academy Jr. at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3-day-southside-skating-academy-jr-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-24-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A multi-week youth skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from August 24 to October 17 (with no session on Monday, September 7). Instruction sessions...</description>
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      <title>3-day: Southside Skating Academy at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3-day-southside-skating-academy-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-24-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). The Southside Skating Academy runs a multi-week youth skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, with sessions on Mondays from 5:00 to 7:10 PM, Wednesdays from 6:35 to 7:35 PM, and Saturdays from...</description>
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      <title>2-day: Southside Skating Academy at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/2-day-southside-skating-academy-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-24-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth skating instruction program at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Mondays from 5:00 to 7:10 PM and Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:50 AM, from August 24 through October 17, 2026. The session skips...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/2-day-southside-skating-academy-jr-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-24-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth skating instruction program at Morgan Park Sports Center, running on Mondays from 5:00 to 7:10 PM and Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:50 AM, from August 24 through October 17, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Robichaux</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Robichaux Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 24 through December 4, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. Homework Time at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park provides a quiet, supervised space for youth to complete schoolwork on weekday afternoons. The program runs Mondays through Fridays from 2:30 to 5:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Cooper</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Cooper (Jack) Park. An after-school recreation program for youth at Cooper Park in West Pullman, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The fall session begins Monday, August 24 and continues through Friday, December...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Park Kids at Harris Park is an after-school program meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 24 through December 11, 2026. Designed for youth, the program offers supervised...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Teen/Preteen 1+2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen and preteen ballet class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 24 through December 14, 2026. The course skips September 7 and November 23. This...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth jazz dance class for teens and pre-teens meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at McFetridge Sports Center, running August 24 through December 14, 2026. The session skips September 7 and...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Acrobatics - Teen/Preteen 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly acrobatics and dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, August 24 through December 14, 2026. The class does not meet September 7...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Park Kids at Hayes Park is an after-school recreation program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 18. The program provides supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A supervised after-school program at Eugene Field Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program is closed on Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. A supervised after-school program at Madigan Park for youth ages 9 to 13, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 24 through December 18. The program does not meet on September 7, October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Chase</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-chase-2026-08-24-chase-salmon-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. Park Kids offers afterschool recreation and instruction at Chase Park in Uptown, weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, running August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program is closed on September 7,...</description>
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      <title>Leadership Camp at Tuley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leadership-camp-at-tuley-2026-08-24-tuley-murray-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A structured after-school leadership camp for teens at Tuley Park in Chatham, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 24 through December 18, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids at White (WB)</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. Park Kids at White (Willye B.) Park is an after-school program running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program provides instruction and supervised activities...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Lowe</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-lowe-2026-08-24-lowe-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Lowe (Samuel) Park, offering supervised instruction and activities for youth. It runs weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August 24 through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Foster</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-foster-2026-08-24-foster-j-frank-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Foster Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from August 24 through December 18. The program includes instruction-based activities and meets every...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Grand Crossing</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-grand-crossing-2026-08-24-grand-crossing-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Park Kids at Grand Crossing Park is a fall after-school program for youth, running from August 24 through December 18. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:00...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Hermitage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-hermitage-2026-08-24-hermitage-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hermitage Park. Park Kids at Hermitage Park is an after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM through August 24 to December 18, 2026. The program offers instruction-based activities, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Dawes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-dawes-2026-08-24-dawes-charles-g-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. A school-year after-school program at Dawes Park in Auburn Gresham, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 24 through December 18. The program offers supervised recreational activities and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Cole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-cole-2026-08-24-cole-nat-king-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Cole Park in Chatham, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026 (excluding holidays). The program provides instruction for youth.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at The Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-08-24-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Park Kids is an after-school program running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM at The Park at NTA, from August 24 through December 18. The program offers instruction for youth, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Bradley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-bradley-2026-08-24-bradley-josephine-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A weekday after-school program at Bradley (Josephine) Park, running from August 24 through December 18. Youth participants gather Mondays through Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM for instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Skinner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-skinner-2026-08-24-skinner-mark-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Skinner (Mark) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:45 to 6:15 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program offers instruction-based activities,...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Teen Club at Brainerd Park offers after-school and evening programming for teens throughout the fall. The club runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, with additional hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Rainey</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-rainey-2026-08-24-rainey-edward-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school drop-in program at Rainey Park in Ashburn, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 24 through December 24. It offers supervised instruction and activities for youth, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Clarendon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-clarendon-2026-08-24-clarendon-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A weekday after-school program for youth at Clarendon Community Center Park, running from August 24 through December 24, 2026. Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, with the...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Ellis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-ellis-2026-08-24-ellis-samuel-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Ellis Park for youth, running Monday through Friday from late August until just before Christmas. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Tuesdays,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Jackie Robinson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-jackie-robinson-2026-08-24-robinson-jackie-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Jackie Robinson Park in Washington Heights, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 24, 2026. The program offers supervised...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Graver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-graver-2026-08-24-graver-philip-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Graver Park in Beverly, running weekdays from August 24 through December 24, 2026. The program runs from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM each day, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at River</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-river-2026-08-24-river-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at River Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at River Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between August 24, 2026 and June 10, 2027. The program is designed for youth, with no specific age...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Ellis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-ellis-2026-08-24-ellis-samuel-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Park Kids at Ellis Park is an after-school recreation program for youth, running from August 24, 2026, through June 10, 2027. The schedule is Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:00 to...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Harrison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-harrison-2026-08-24-harrison-carter-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity program for youth at Harrison (Carter) Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans a full school-year term, from Monday, August 24, 2026...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Eugene Field</title>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Park Kids at Eugene Field Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans the school year, from Monday, August 24, 2026 through Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. Park Kids at Tuley Park is an after-school program for youth that runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, spanning the school year from August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027. It operates as an activity...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Cole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-cole-2026-08-24-cole-nat-king-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. A before- and after-school program for youth at Cole (Nat King) Park in Chatham, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027, and is an activity...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Foster</title>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. Park Kids at Foster Park runs on weekday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM, a consistent after-school option for youth in Auburn Gresham. The program spans August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027 and is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Sherman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-sherman-2026-08-24-sherman-john-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A supervised after-school drop-in program at Sherman Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM during the school year. The schedule spans August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Hermitage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-hermitage-2026-08-24-hermitage-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hermitage Park. Park Kids at Hermitage Park is a school-year recreational program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August 24, 2026 through Friday, June 11, 2027. The program...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at O&#39;Hallaren</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-ohallaren-2026-08-24-ohallaren-bernard-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Park Kids at O&#39;Hallaren Park is an ongoing after-school activity program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-davis-square-2026-08-24-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A before- and after-school recreation program for youth at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans from August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027, covering the...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Basketball (ASMG) at Gately</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/intro-to-basketball-asmg-at-gately-at-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description> at Gately (James) Park. An eight-week introductory basketball program for youth at Gately Park, meeting on Mondays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, August 24 through October 12. The session skips September 7 for Labor Day....</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Orange Ball 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-orange-ball-1-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. Tennis lessons for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM for eight sessions between August 24 and October 12 (skipping Labor Day, September 7). This is the Orange...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 4 - 6 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/girls-gymnastics-lev-4-6-at-morgan-park-sc-at-morgan-park-sports-center-park-park-no-577/</link>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics instruction program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026 (no session on September 7). Designed for girls...</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Level 1 - 2 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tennis-lessons-level-1-2-at-mcfetridge-at-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, August 24 through October 12, 2026. The session skips September 7. The activity is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Track and Field 101 (ASMG) at Gately</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/track-and-field-101-asmg-at-gately-at-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description> at Gately (James) Park. An instructional youth track and field program at Gately Park, meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The session runs from August 24 to October 12, 2026, with no class on September 7....</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice skating instruction program for pre-alpha skaters at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 5:55 PM. The session runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A ballet class for early childhood at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running August 24 through December 14, 2026. The session skips September 7 and November 23....</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tap-dance class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 24 through December 14, 2026, with no class on September 7...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice skating instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting on Mondays from 5:15 to 5:55 PM. The session runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no class on September 7.</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, focusing on the Basic 3 skills level. The session runs on Monday afternoons from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, starting August 24 and concluding October 12,...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth instructional ice skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026 (skipping Labor Day, September 7). The Basic 4 level...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-week ice skating instruction session for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Monday evenings from 5:15 to 5:55 PM. The program runs from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A tot-level ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for early childhood participants. The program runs on Mondays from August 24 to October 12, 2026, from 4:45 to 5:15...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center for teens, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026. The program skips September 7 for Labor Day....</description>
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      <title>Tennis Lessons: Level 3 - 4 Teen at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis instruction series for teens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM from August 24 through October 12, with no session on September 7. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Youth Boxing 101 at Addams</title>
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      <description> at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth boxing fundamentals program at Addams Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from August 24 through October 12, 2026. The session skips September 7. Designed for instruction in the...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Baby Blades Safari Skaters at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-baby-blades-safari-skaters-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-25-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Baby Blades Safari Skaters is an early childhood skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, designed for beginning skaters to get comfortable on the ice through structured instruction. The session...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Drills and Skills - Beginner at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-drills-and-skills-beginner-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-25-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner pickleball instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from August 25 through October 13, 2026. The sessions focus on drills and skills...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Cheer - Youth (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-week introductory cheerleading program for youth, meeting Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman. The session runs from August 25 through October 13, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Axel Workshop at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-axel-workshop-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-25-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An axel workshop for youth skaters at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 6:20 to 7:00 PM, running August 25 through October 13. The class focuses on instruction for skaters working on...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating- Off Ice Jump Class at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-off-ice-jump-class-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-25-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An off-ice jump class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesday evenings from 7:10 to 7:40 PM between August 25 and October 13. The instruction is geared toward youth skaters looking to improve...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Robichaux</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-robichaux-2026-08-25-robichaux-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A seasonal sports program at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, offering instruction for teens on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 25 through December 3,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at White (Willye B.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-white-willye-b-2026-08-25-white-willye-b-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. Open basketball at Willye B. White Park runs Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, starting August 25 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on October 27 or 30). The program is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-bessemer-2026-08-25-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A seasonal youth sports instruction program at Bessemer Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, August 25 through December 17. Sessions are held at the park and are designed for...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Teen Club at Sherwood Park meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:45 PM, running from August 25 through December 24, 2026 (no meeting on November 26). The program is open to teens and is free to...</description>
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      <title>Ice Hockey League - 10U at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-hockey-league-10u-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-25-morgan-park-sports-center-ice-rink/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink (Indoor). This youth ice hockey league for the 10-and-under age group runs Tuesday evenings from 5:50 to 6:50 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink. The season stretches from August 25, 2026, through March...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice hockey league at Morgan Park Sports Center for players at the 10U level. The league runs on Tuesdays from 5:50 to 6:50 PM, starting August 25, 2026 and continuing through March 2, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Tennis - Cardio (Medium Impact) at McFetridge</title>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. A medium-impact cardio tennis class meeting Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 25 through October 13, 2026. The instruction-based program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Kids Martial Arts &amp; Self Defense - Level 1 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kids-martial-arts-self-defense-level-1-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A seven-week youth martial arts and self-defense class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, August 26 through October 7, 2026. The instruction covers Level 1...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Ice Explorers at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Ice Explorers is an early-childhood skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, designed for young children learning the basics on the ice. Sessions run Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Baby Blades at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-baby-blades-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Baby Blades is an early-childhood ice skating program at Morgan Park Sports Center, designed for young children learning the basics on the ice. Sessions meet Wednesdays from 11:15 to 11:45 AM,...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Snowplow Sam 4 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-4-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Snowplow Sam 4 is a learn-to-skate class for early childhood skaters, held at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs on Wednesdays from August 26 through October 14, meeting from noon to 12:30...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Tot 4 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. This ice skating class for early childhood participants meets on Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:15 PM, running from August 26 through October 14 at McFetridge Sports Center. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Tennis - JD Future Stars at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tennis-jd-future-stars-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM between August 26 and October 14. Designed for teens, the class focuses on skill development...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Basic 2 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-basic-2-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class focused on Basic 2 skills, held at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs on Wednesdays from 5:50 to 6:35 PM, starting August 26 and ending October 14, 2026....</description>
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      <title>High Jump Techniques (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A high jump technique class for youth, meeting Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman. The program runs from August 26 through October 14 and focuses on instruction....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly throwing-techniques clinic at Gately Park in Pullman, focused on shot put instruction for youth. The program meets on Wednesdays from August 26 to October 14, 2026, 6:00 to 6:45 PM each...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-games-asmg-at-gately-2026-08-26-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Gately Park, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, running from August 26 through October 14. The sessions focus on skill-building for young...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/advanced-horizontal-jumps-asmg-at-gately-2026-08-26-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A technique-focused track-and-field session for teens at Gately Park, designed to build skills in the long jump, triple jump, and related horizontal events. The program meets Wednesday evenings from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center with instruction available, open to all ages. The program runs on Wednesdays from August 26 through October 14, 2026, with sessions from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A structured ice-skating session for all ages at McFetridge Sports Center, focusing on freestyle technique. The program runs on Wednesdays from August 26 to October 14, 2026, with sessions from 6:50...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from August 26 to October 14, 2026, from 6:50 to 7:30 PM. The Freestyle 1 class is open to all ages. No...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A figure skating class for skaters working at the Pre-Bronze level and above, held at the McFetridge Ice Rink. The session meets on Wednesday evenings from 8:00 to 8:30 PM, running from August 26...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Inner City Flag Football Girls offers instruction in flag football for youth, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at Hayes Park in Ashburn. The program runs from August 26 through...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth volleyball program meeting Wednesdays at Wicker Park from August 26 to October 28, 2026, 6:45 to 7:30 PM. The format is a partnership group, and the session is open to youth of a designated...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly hip-hop dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, August 26 through December 16 (no class November 25). The program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen/preteen jazz dance class that meets Wednesday evenings from 7:15 to 8:15 PM at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 26 through December 16, 2026. The session skips November 25....</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth hip-hop and poms dance class meets Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from August 26 through October 7, 2026. The program focuses on instruction for young...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly cardio kickboxing class for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from noon to 12:45 PM. The session runs from August 27 to October 8, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Ice skating instruction for all ages at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursday mornings from 8:15 to 9:00 AM from August 27 through October 15. A straightforward weekly session for anyone looking...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating session for all ages at McFetridge Sports Center, focused on instruction for skaters at the Freestyle 1 level and above. The program runs on Thursdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A tap dance class for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM from August 27 through October 15, 2026. The class is instruction-level, suited for dancers at an...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A parent-tot ice skating session at McFetridge Ice Rink, held Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM between August 27 and October 15. Designed for early childhood, this open-skate format lets kids and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly adult dance-focused stretch and strength class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The session runs from August 27 through October 15. Designed for adults...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Sports Conditioning at Addams (Jane) Park runs Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, from August 27 through October 15. This youth instruction program focuses on general athletic conditioning. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-session youth cheerleading introduction at Gately Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM between August 27 and October 15, 2026. The program covers basic cheer fundamentals through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A youth karate instruction program meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Bessemer Park, running from August 27 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November 26. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tap-dance class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, with a break on November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tap dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session runs from August 27 through December 17, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description> at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth tumbling class focused on cheer fundamentals, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs from August 27 through October 15, 2026, and is open to...</description>
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      <title>Pre-K Open Gym at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Pre-K open gym at Morgan Park Sports Center runs Friday mornings from 11:00 AM to noon, August 28 through October 16. Designed for early childhood age groups, it offers unstructured play time in the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly jazz dance class for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 5 to 6 PM. The session runs from August 28 through October 16, 2026. No experience level is specified, but the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A free, drop-in basketball program for teens at Addams Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 28 through October 16. Instruction-based, so it&#39;s a good option for players looking to...</description>
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      <title>Tennis - Movement &amp; Coordination Dvlp Clinic at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis clinic at McFetridge Sports Center focused on movement and coordination for adults. Sessions run Fridays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, from August 28 through October 16, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth hip-hop dance class for beginners, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 28 through December 18, 2026, with no class on November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth jazz dance class for teens, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 28 through December 18, 2026, with no session on November 27. The program...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth hip-hop dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from August 28 through December 18, 2026. The program skips November 27. Designed for young dancers, this...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly jazz-funk dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Fridays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM. The session spans August 28 through December 18, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A seven-week introductory martial arts program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM, August 29 through October 10. The course covers basic self-defense...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instructional session at McFetridge Sports Center, held Saturdays from 8:55 to 9:35 AM, running from August 29 through October 17, 2026 (no session on September 5). Open to all...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Freestyle 5 ice skating at McFetridge Sports Center is an instructional session open to all ages, meeting Saturdays from 9:35 to 10:15 AM. The program runs from August 29 through October 17, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Saturdays from 9:35 to 10:15 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026. Open to all ages, though note there is no session...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class for skaters ready to move beyond the absolute basics, held Saturdays from 11:55 AM to 12:40 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The eight-week session runs from August 29...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, focused on Basic 5 and 6 skills for skaters ready to move beyond the fundamentals. The eight-week session runs Saturdays from 11:55 AM to 12:40...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly flag football instruction program for youth at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM between August 29 and October 17. No session on September 5. Registration covers the full...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A parent-tot ice skating class for early childhood participants, meeting Saturdays from 10:05 to 10:35 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 29 through October 17, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating workshop at Morgan Park Sports Center focused on basic spins and jumps, designed for youth skaters looking to build technique. Sessions run Saturdays from 10:40 to 11:10 AM, from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating class for young children at the Morgan Park Sports Center, held Saturdays from 10:40 to 11:10 AM, running August 29 through October 17. The program focuses on basic skating...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Gately Park in Pullman, running Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026. The eight-week session skips September 5. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A tumbling class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon between August 29 and October 17. The program provides instruction for participants at Level 4 and above.</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Lutz-Axel-Doubles Workshop at Morgan Pk SC</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session ice skating workshop at Morgan Park Sports Center, focused on Lutz, Axel, and double jumps for youth skaters. The class meets Saturdays from 11:10 to 11:40 AM, running from August 29...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Musical Theater - Adult at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-week adult musical theater dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, August 29 through October 17, 2026. The class focuses on instruction in dance styles...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Majorette Hip Hop - Youth 1 (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth dance program focusing on majorette-style hip-hop, held Saturdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman. The session runs from August 29 through October 17, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Basketball at Addams</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Parent &amp; Tot Basketball at Addams (Jane) Park is an instructional program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM from August 29 through October 17. A low-key way to introduce...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Girls at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Brainerd Park. An eight-week flag football program for girls at Brainerd Park, running from August 29 to October 24. Sessions take place Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 4:00...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Inner City Flag Football runs at Rowan Park from August 29 through October 24, with sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon. It&#39;s an instructional...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Brainerd Park, running from August 29 through October 24. Practice or game sessions are scheduled Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, plus...</description>
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      <title>Jr Frogs ADM/Intro to Hockey Horned Frogs at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/jr-frogs-admintro-to-hockey-horned-frogs-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-29-morgan-park-sports-center-ice-rink/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink (Indoor). A youth hockey instruction program at Morgan Park Sports Center&#39;s ice rink, designed for beginners working through the American Development Model and Intro to Hockey curriculum. Sessions run...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Addams</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Play School at Addams Park is an early childhood instruction program for the youngest set, meeting Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM from August 30 through October 18, 2026. The activity focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Volleyball (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-week introductory volleyball program for youth, running Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at Gately Park in Pullman. The session covers basic skills and instruction from August 30 through...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Tot 1 (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A ballet basics class for early childhood dancers at Gately Park, meeting Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM from August 30 through October 18, 2026. The session runs for seven weeks, skipping September...</description>
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      <title>Tennis - JD Super Excellence at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 10 AM to noon between August 30 and October 18. Designed for teens who already have some familiarity with the game...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Youth 1 (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth ballet class for beginners, meeting Sundays from noon to 12:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman. The session runs from August 30 through October 18, 2026, skipping September 6. Instruction is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Skills and Drills (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth basketball skills-and-drills program at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Sundays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. The session runs from August 30 through October 18, 2026, with no class on September 6....</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Basic 5 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from August 30 through October 18, 2026. This is an instructional program, not a free skate session, and...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Majorette Hip Hop - Youth 1 (ASMG) at Gately</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-majorette-hip-hop-youth-1-asmg-at-gately-2026-08-30-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth majorette hip-hop dance class meets on Sundays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman, running from August 30 through October 18 (skipping September 6). The program offers instruction...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Ice Dance at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A weekly ice dance instruction session at McFetridge Ice Rink, running Sundays from August 30 through October 18, 2026, from 6:20 to 7:00 PM. Open to all ages, though note there is no session on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth tap dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 10 to 11 AM from August 30 through December 20, 2026 (no session on November 29). The class focuses on instruction for young...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-ballet-youth-1-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-30-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ballet class at McFetridge Sports Center for ages 6 to 12, meeting Sundays from 11 AM to noon. The session runs from August 30 through December 20, 2026, with no class on November 29....</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A seated exercise program for adults at Robichaux Park, held Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM. The session runs from August 31 through November 25, with no class on September 7, October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Homan Square Community Center Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 31 through December 11, 2026. The program offers instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 7 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-7-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; USAG Team Gymnastics Level 7 training program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting weekdays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, running from August 31 through December 11, 2026. The schedule excludes...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-8-at-peterson-gym-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A competitive gymnastics program for Level 8 and above, running at Peterson Gymnastics Center from August 31 through December 12. The schedule varies by day: Mondays from 5:15 to 8:45 PM, Tuesdays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Park Kids offers supervised after-school recreation for children ages 6 to 12 at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 31 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Fuller Park that runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August 31 through Friday, December 18, 2026. The program offers supervised instruction...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A school-year after-school program at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, running August 31 through December 18. The program is designed for youth, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A free afterschool drop-in program at Mandrake Park for teens, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18. The club is not held on September 7, October 12, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Lake Shore Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program offers instruction-based activities,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM at Altgeld Park, starting Monday, August 31 through Friday, December 18, 2026. Designed for youth, the program offers...</description>
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      <title>High Impact Aerobics Partnership at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Norwood Park. A high-impact aerobics partnership program for adults at Norwood Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, running from August 31 through December 23, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Bosley Park in Bridgeport, running weekdays from 3 to 5 PM, August 31 through December 24, 2026. The program offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Kelly Park that runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 24, with no sessions on September 7, October 12, November 11, or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Ice Hockey League - 18U at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An 18U ice hockey league for teens, meeting on Monday evenings from 9:10 to 10:10 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The season runs from August 31, 2026, through March 1, 2027, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Washtenaw</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. Park Kids at Washtenaw Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:45 PM. The program spans the school year, from August 31, 2026, to June 4, 2027, giving kids...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A supervised after-school recreation program at Homan Square Community Center Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM during the school year (August 31 through June 11). The activity package is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Park Kids at Sheridan Park is a school-year recreational program that runs weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, starting August 31, 2026, and continuing through June 11, 2027. Designed for youth, the...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. This after-school program at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park keeps kids active on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027. The activity package is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity package at Cornell Square Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The program spans the full school year, from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027, and is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Loyola Park. Park Kids is a long-running after-school recreation program at Loyola Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The current session extends from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027, and is designed...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Bosley</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A year-round after-school program at Bosley Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The session spans August 31, 2026 through June 17, 2027, offering a consistent drop-off option for...</description>
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      <title>Tennis - Elite Path Program at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tennis-elite-path-program-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-01-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A tennis instruction program for teens at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 10 AM to noon and Tuesdays from 6 to 7 AM between September 1 and October 18. The &#34;Elite Path&#34; designation...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-01-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics training program for boys at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running from September 1 to December 11, 2026. The schedule varies by day: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 4 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-4-at-harrison-gym-2026-09-01-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; gymnastics team training program for Level 4 athletes at Harrison Gymnastics Center, running from September 1 to December 12, 2026. The group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 7+ at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-7-at-harrison-gym-2026-09-01-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A competitive-level gymnastics program for boys at Harrison Gymnastics Center, designed for athletes at USAG Level 7 and above. The program runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:15 PM to 8:15 PM and...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 6 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-6-at-harrison-gym-2026-09-01-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; gymnastics program at Harrison Gymnastics Center for youth competing at USAG Level 6, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:15 to 8:15 PM and Saturdays from 1:30 to 4:30 PM, September 1...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 6 at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-6-at-peterson-gym-2026-09-01-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Level 6 meets at Peterson Gymnastics Center for instruction on a regular weekly schedule. Sessions run Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:45 to 9:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00...</description>
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      <title>Ice Hockey League - U-14 Bantam at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-hockey-league-u-14-bantam-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-01-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice hockey league for players in the U-14 Bantam age division, running from September 1, 2026, through March 14, 2027. Teams practice and play at McFetridge Sports Center on Sundays from...</description>
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      <title>Boys Mentoring Program at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A weekly mentoring and instruction program for teens at Robichaux Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, September 2 through November 18, 2026. The session skips November 11. No pricing or...</description>
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      <title>Gym Wheel - Beginner Partnership at White (WB)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 3, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. A 14-week instructional program for youth at White (Willye B.) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 3 through December 17, 2026. The Gym Wheel course focuses on beginner-level...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Wentworth Gardens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 4, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Wentworth Gardens runs as a recurring drop-in program for seniors, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to noon, September 4 through December 18, 2026. The schedule excludes several holidays...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot T-Ball at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A six-week parent-and-tot t-ball program for early childhood ages, meeting Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at the Commercial Club Playground. The session runs from September 5 through October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A youth flag football league at Commercial Club Playground, running from September 5 through November 28, 2026. Participants meet twice a week — Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM and Saturdays from 2:00...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week youth pickleball instruction program at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through October 13. The program is geared toward young players learning the basics...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet &amp; Jazz Partnership at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-week ballet and jazz dance program for youth at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:25 PM, September 8 through October 13. The class focuses on instruction in both styles....</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Smith</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Pickleball instruction for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Tuesdays from September 8 to October 13, 1:30 to 3:00 PM. Note that the program does not meet on Monday, October 12.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A youth flag football program at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM between September 8 and October 15. The focus is on instruction, with sessions designed...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth cross-country instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, running from September 8 through October 15. Designed for young runners...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. A youth soccer program at Strohacker Park in West Elsdon, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through October 20. Designed for early childhood instruction, this is a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at McKiernan Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, running September 8 through October 22. The sessions are geared toward learning...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. Inner City Flag Football Girls is an instructional program for youth at Calumet Park on the East Side, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from noon to 2:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Olympia Park. A youth gaga ball league meets on Tuesday evenings from 5:45 to 6:45 PM at Olympia Park, running from September 8 through October 27. The program is set up as an individual league, so kids play...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Judd Goldman Cmty Sailing Ctr. An after-school sailing program for teens at Judd Goldman Community Sailing Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:30 PM from September 8 through October 29. Participants learn boat...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Pickleball open play at Maggie Daley Park runs weekdays from 9 AM to noon, starting Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, October 30. Open to adults, no registration required beyond showing up with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rogers (Phillip) Park. Open pickleball at Rogers Park runs weekdays from September 8 through October 30, 4 to 6 PM, for adults. The program is open play with no set partners or games — just show up with your paddle. Closed...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A weekly gardening program for youth at Kilbourn Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 8 to November 3, 2026. The program focuses on instruction and hands-on garden activities....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A girls&#39; flag football program at Austin Town Hall Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:45 PM and Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through November 7. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Russell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. A seasonal sports club for youth at Russell (Martin) Square Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, September 8 through November 12, 2026. The program focuses on instruction and is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Seasonal Sports at O&#39;Hallaren Park offers youth instruction in a rotating set of sports, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through November 12,...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth football program at Fosco Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 3 PM, September 8 through November 12. The program focuses on instruction for youth...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Warren Park, running Tuesdays from September 8 through November 17, 2026, with sessions from 4:30 to 5:30 PM each week. Note that there is no session on Tuesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth flag football program at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:45 to 6:30 PM between September 8 and November 17, 2026. The schedule has two breaks: no session on October 27 or...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Gross</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gross (Theodore) Park. A parent-tot drop-in program at Gross Park in Lincoln Square, running weekdays from September 8 through November 20, 2026, 10 AM to noon. The session is designed for early childhood instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Touhy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for early childhood participants at Touhy Park in Rogers Park, running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through November 24. Instruction-based, focused on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A structured early childhood program at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting weekday mornings from 10 AM to 12:45 PM from September 8 through November 27, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Park. A drop-in art program for early childhood at Avondale Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 12:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 1, 2026, and focuses on instruction for the...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Moran Playground</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Moran Playground is a fall drop-in program for youth, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at Moran (Terrance) Park in Englewood. The session runs from September 8...</description>
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      <title>Badminton at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly badminton instruction program for youth at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 1, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Gately</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Seasonal Sports at Gately Park offers youth instruction in a rotating lineup of sports, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 1. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A fall flag football program for boys at Ellis Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 1. The season runs weekly with instruction-based practices,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Haas</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly girls volleyball program at Haas Park in Logan Square, running Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, September 8 through December 1. The session offers instruction for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A tap dance class for seniors meets twice a week at Armour Square Park. The program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 3, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A structured play and instruction program for early childhood, meeting weekday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Armour Square Park. The program runs from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a weekly early childhood program at Eugene Field Park that combines literacy and art activities for young learners. The class meets on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, running from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Surface Decoration runs as a weekly instruction session at Athletic Field Park on Tuesdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program is for adults.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Gym Monkeys at Hiawatha Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood, held Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A parent-and-toddler fitness class meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at Scottsdale Park, running September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction for early childhood ages,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Valley Forge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is designed for early childhood instruction,...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-08-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; pre-team gymnastics program at Harrison Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session is designed for youth...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A basketball instruction program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8 from 3:45 to 4:30 PM at Brooks (Oscar) Park in Edison Park.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-08-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for boys at the Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater, running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no class October 27 or November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for girls at Palmer Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics course for girls at Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 20 or November 24. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Floor hockey instruction runs on Tuesday evenings from 5:45 to 6:45 PM at Scottsdale Park, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is designed for youth participants. No pricing information...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 5:45 to 6:30 PM at Palmer Gymnastics Center in Roseland. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Intermediate Partnership at River</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at River Park. An intermediate-level ballet partnership class for adults, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at River Park. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Eugene Field Park, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. The program focuses on instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A weekly outdoor fitness program at Kilbourn Park, meeting Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM from September 8 through December 8. Designed for adults, this instruction-based boot camp runs through the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly open basketball session for adults at Norwood Park, running Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. Players bring their own ball and show up to play — no...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth archery instruction program at Gompers Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, running September 8 through December 8. Designed for young participants, this is a straightforward weekly...</description>
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      <title>Trash to Treasure at Avondale</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Park. A weekly youth program at Avondale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session is listed as instruction, likely a craft or recycling project...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing at Shabbona</title>
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      <category>Computers and Technology</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly 3D printing program for youth at Shabbona Park, running Tuesdays from 4:45 to 6:15 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Badminton at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Badminton instruction for youth at Mozart Park, running Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Open pickleball at Welles Park runs Tuesday mornings from 9 to 11 AM, from September 8 through December 8. This is an open-play session for adults — no instruction, just show up with a paddle and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for early childhood at Gill Park, meeting Tuesdays from 9:15 to 10:00 AM, September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction-based activities for...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Adams</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly early childhood program on Tuesday mornings at Adams Park, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with a break on October 27. The sessions run from 9:30 to 10:30 AM and focus on...</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A parent-child yoga class for the very young set, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM at Wrightwood Park. The program runs September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball League at Graver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A pickleball league for adults runs Tuesday mornings from 10 to 11:30 AM at Graver (Philip) Park, starting September 8 and continuing through December 8. Individual registration is required.</description>
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      <title>Veterans Pickleball at Gwendolyn Brooks</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Gwendolyn) Park. A free weekly pickleball session for veterans at Gwendolyn Brooks Park, running Tuesdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 8 (skipping November 3). Instruction is included, and the...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Modern at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Modern dance instruction for adults at Broadway Armory Park, held Tuesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from September 8 to December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27.</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Fuller</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/yoga-at-fuller-2026-09-08-fuller-melville-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly yoga class at Fuller Park, held on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM from September 8 through December 8. Designed for adults, the session offers instruction in a park setting.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Skinner</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Skinner Park, offering instruction through games and activities for the youngest participants. The session runs on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, beginning...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Berger</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Music and Movement at Berger Park is a weekly early childhood instruction program that meets Tuesday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, running September 8 through December 8. Designed for young children,...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Chair Exercise at Green Briar Park runs Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM, September 8 through December 8. This is an instructor-led class designed for seniors, offering a low-impact way to maintain...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A weekly walking club for seniors meets Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Brighton Park Community Campus, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The group offers a low-key way to stay...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Washington</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A beginning ballet class for early childhood ages at Washington Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. The class focuses on instruction in basic ballet...</description>
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      <title>Bridge Club at Berger</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Bridge Club at Berger Park runs Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. Open to adults of all skill levels, the program offers a regular weekly space to play bridge in a...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Play School at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center meets Tuesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8, with a break on October 27. It’s an early childhood instruction program — a steady...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 12:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27, November 3, and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Chair exercise sessions at McKinley Park, meeting Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. Designed for seniors, the program focuses on low-impact movement and instruction. No...</description>
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      <title>Handbuilding at Horner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A handbuilding pottery class for adults at Horner Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The session covers instruction in working with clay by hand....</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A 12-week abs and core strength class meeting Tuesdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running September 8 through December 8. The instruction is geared toward adults. Drop...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Adams</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Tiny Tot Tumbling at Adams Park runs on Tuesdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. This instructional program is designed for early childhood participants, offering a...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). Tone Stretch Balance is a weekly movement class for adults at Brighton Park Community Campus, combining elements of toning, flexibility, and balance work. The program meets Tuesdays from 1:00 to 1:45...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Water Aerobics &amp; Lap Swim at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly water aerobics and lap swim session for adults at Ellis Park, running Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program combines instruction with open swim time.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Talkers - Spanish at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A Spanish-language program for early childhood at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly conditioning session for seniors at Gill Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, and is designed for older adults looking for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Sheil Community Center Park, running Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. The schedule skips October 27 and November 24, so it is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A seasonal sports program for homeschooled youth, offering instruction in various sports at Kennedy Park. The class meets on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 8 through December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly drop-in architecture program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Maplewood Park. The series runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Animal Explorers at Horner Park is a weekly drop-in program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, from 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The session is structured as...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A stroller-friendly fitness class for caregivers and their young children, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport. The program runs from September 8...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A youth sports instruction program at the Commercial Club Playground, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for school-age participants, the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for youth at Haas Park, held on Tuesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 27 or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A tumbling program for early childhood participants at Ridge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Broadway Armory Park, running Tuesdays from 3:15 to 3:45 PM, September 8 through December 8. The session is instructional in focus...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly youth pickleball instruction program at Sheil Community Center Park, running Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program takes a two-week break on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Pulaski Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The schedule skips October 27 and November 24. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly volleyball instruction program for youth at Welles Park, running Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly early childhood instruction program at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, designed for young children to move and play in a structured setting. The program runs on Tuesdays from 3:45 to...</description>
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      <title>Ceramics at Horner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A structured ceramics class for youth at Horner Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM. The session runs from September 8 to December 8, 2026, with instruction included in the program.</description>
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      <title>Mommy and Me Ballet at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A parent-and-child ballet class for early childhood ages, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Warren Park. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, with no class on October 27 or...</description>
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      <title>Piano Partnership at Indian Boundary</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. Piano Partnership at Indian Boundary is a free weekly program running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Open to all ages, it meets at Indian Boundary Park in West...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A youth volleyball program at Touhy-Herbert Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session is instructional, designed for young players. Note...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for young children at Loyola Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A floor hockey program for youth runs on Tuesday afternoons at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park in Lake View. Sessions are from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, starting September 8 through December 8, with no...</description>
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      <title>Boys Flag Football at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A youth flag football program for boys, meeting Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM at Armour Square Park. The season runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 and November...</description>
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      <title>Dance Performance Workshop at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A 12-week dance workshop for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, and is instructional in...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A circuit training class for adults at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program skips October 27, November 3, and November...</description>
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      <title>Acting at Berger</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A 13-week acting class for adults at Berger Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 9:00 PM from September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction and skill-building in a neighborhood...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Volleyball instruction runs Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Kelly (Edward) Park in Brighton Park, starting September 8 through December 8. The program is open to youth, with a focus on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A 12-week Pilates session for adults meets Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Sheil Community Center Park, running September 8 through December 8. The class skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Girls Flag Football at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly girls flag football program at Armour Square Park, running Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. The program provides instruction for youth participants, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Open volleyball at Lake Shore Park runs Tuesdays from 6 to 8 PM, September 8 through December 8, with a break on November 3. This adult open play is drop-in style — no registration or set teams, just...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The class does not meet on October 27 or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. A youth cross-country running program meets at Holstein Park on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The schedule skips October 27, November 3, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Adams Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, September 8 through December 8 (no session on October 27). Designed for early childhood, the class pairs a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Chair Exercise at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center offers a low-key, seated workout for seniors, running Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:15 AM, September 8 through December 8. The series skips October 27. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Dvorak Park, meeting Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (skipping October 27). The session focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A seasonal sports program at Calumet Park offering instruction for youth on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Music and Movement is a weekly instruction program for youth at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. Open pickleball play for seniors at Trebes Park, running Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9 PM through December 8. No registration or partner needed — just show up with a paddle. This is a recurring...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Soccer Skills at Kennedy Park is a weekly instructional program for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, with no programming on November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Social Club at Hayes Park is a weekly social gathering for adults, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on November 24....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A line dance instruction program for seniors at Foster Park, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 8 through December 9, 2026. The program is on except for Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Nichols Park, meeting Tuesdays through Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 to December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A woodworking course for adults at Loyola Park, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 9. The class covers intermediate-level techniques and runs as an...</description>
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      <title>Competitive Dance Team at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A competitive dance team program at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM from September 8 through December 9. The program is for youth and focuses on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/woodcraft-beginner-at-loyola-2026-09-08-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A woodcraft course for adults at Loyola Park, running Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 9, 2026. The program covers instruction in basic woodcraft...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Blackhawk</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/play-school-at-blackhawk-2026-09-08-blackhawk-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A drop-in play school program for early childhood at Blackhawk Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. Note the program is cancelled on...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Humboldt</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/young-scientist-at-humboldt-2026-09-08-humboldt-alexander-von-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A nature and science program for early childhood at Humboldt Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-gompers-2026-09-08-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A strength and conditioning program for adults at Gompers Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly drop-in program for early childhood at Athletic Field Park, offering supervised play and instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Girls Team Tumbling at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-team-tumbling-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-08-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A girls&#39; tumbling program for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with a break on Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-08-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A pre-team gymnastics program for boys at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session excludes October 27...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/table-tennis-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-08-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A youth table tennis instruction program at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips several dates in late...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Chopin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-chopin-2026-09-08-chopin-frederic-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Chopin Park in Portage Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27,...</description>
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      <title>Competitive Dance Team at La Follette</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/competitive-dance-team-at-la-follette-2026-09-08-la-follette-robert-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A competitive dance team program for youth at La Follette Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Girls Cheerleading - Recreational at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-cheerleading-recreational-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-08-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is closed...</description>
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      <title>Storytime at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/storytime-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-08-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A storytime program for early childhood at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-sauganash-2026-09-08-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Open pickleball at Sauganash Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 10 (no session on Thursday, November 26). The program is open to adults, with no...</description>
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      <title>Girls Super Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-super-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-08-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program is designed for early childhood, focusing...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-08-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A pre-team gymnastics program for youth at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The session skips October 27,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-gill-2026-09-08-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Open pickleball play at Gill Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 AM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session is open to adults, with no organized instruction or league...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at The Pk at NTA</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Lap swim at The Park at NTA runs Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10. The session is open to adults only, with no swim on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-green-briar-2026-09-08-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Green Briar Park runs twice a week for early childhood participants, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Ping Tom Memorial Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A social club for seniors meets at Seward Park on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program takes place most weeks, with breaks...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Washington</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. Open pickleball at Washington Park’s indoor courts runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session is open to adults, with no instruction or...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Fuller</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-fuller-2026-09-08-fuller-melville-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Chair Exercise at Fuller Park runs Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 10 (skipping Thanksgiving week on Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly social program for seniors at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The club does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>DJing – Beginner at Owens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A beginner DJ course at Owens Park in Calumet Heights, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The class covers fundamentals of DJing for adults, with...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Smith</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A structured early childhood program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park runs Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A free walking club for seniors that meets at Bessemer Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A recurring open-play session for table games at Hamilton Park, running Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program is designed for adults and offers...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. An adult acting program at Hamilton Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The class does not meet on Thanksgiving, Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A twice-weekly outdoor cycling class at Tuley Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM between September 8 and December 10, 2026. The program is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 8 and running through December...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A yoga program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A play-based early childhood program meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:45 AM at Rowan Park on the east side. Runs September 8 through December 10, skipping Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A structured early childhood program at Wicker Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session excludes November 11 and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Euclid Park. A drop-in walking group meets at Euclid Park on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 10. Open to adults of all paces. The group does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kenwood Community Park. A parent-child play program for early childhood, meeting at Kenwood Community Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A twice-weekly chair-based exercise program for seniors at Touhy-Herbert Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (excluding October 27, October...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A parent-child tumbling program for early childhood at Seward Park, running for the fall season from September 8 through December 10. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, with...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A low-impact chair exercise program at Clarendon Community Center Park, designed for seniors. Sessions meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM, running from September 8 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A low-impact chair exercise class for seniors, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM at Seward Park. The program starts September 8 and continues through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Circuit training sessions at Brainerd Park for adults, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Chair Exercise at Stanton Park offers seated movement sessions designed for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, from September 8 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. A twice-weekly chair exercise class for adults at Grand Crossing Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A low-impact aerobics class for seniors at Mandrake Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Touhy-Herbert</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-citizens-club-at-touhy-herbert-2026-09-08-touhy-herbert-john-victor-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A senior social club meeting at Touhy-Herbert Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no meeting on Thursday, November 26). An...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Welles</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/music-and-movement-at-welles-2026-09-08-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A music and movement class for early childhood at Welles (Gideon) Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10. The session skips October...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-loyola-2026-09-08-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A twice-weekly conditioning program for seniors, meeting at Loyola Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Talkers - Spanish at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A Spanish-language program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at Harrison (Carter) Park. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Harrison</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A twice-weekly drop-in program for seniors at Harrison (Carter) Park, offering instruction-based activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Warren</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-warren-2026-09-08-warren-laurence-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A preschool-age instructional program at Warren Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The schedule includes four skipped...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Mann</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A recurring early childhood instruction program at Mann (James) Park in Hegewisch, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips several...</description>
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      <title>Speed &amp; Agility at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. Speed &amp; Agility is a twice-weekly adult instruction program at Trumbull (Lyman) Park in South Deering, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A twice-weekly pickleball instruction program for seniors at Cornell Square Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Margate</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Margate Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips the weeks...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. Pickleball open play for adults at Loyola Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, starting September 8 through December 10. The program takes a break on Thanksgiving, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Clarendon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-clarendon-2026-09-08-clarendon-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A parent-and-tot program at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown, designed for early childhood development through guided instruction. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A walking club for adults that meets at Armour Square Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. No club on Thursday, November 26. A...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. A drop-in play program for early childhood at Holstein Park in Bucktown, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Gill</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-child play program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at Gill Park. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A twice-weekly stretching class for seniors at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Strength &amp; Conditioning at Hamlin Park is a twice-weekly adult fitness program running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The sessions offer...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Soccer Skills at Cornell Square Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving. The program offers soccer instruction...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oz Park. A weekly drop-in program for seniors at Oz Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with no session on Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A seasonal sports program for early childhood participants at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. Boxing instruction for teens runs at Loyola Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A youth double-dutch instruction program at Avalon Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, from September 8 through December 10. No session on Thursday, November 26. Open to youth...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A strength and conditioning program for teens at Carver Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. Sessions are instructional in format. Note that the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kenwood Community Park. A youth instruction program at Kenwood Community Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 8 through December 10. The program runs most weeks, with a break on Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Bitty Basketball at Seward Park is a learn-to-play program for early childhood participants, focused on basketball fundamentals through instruction-based drills and games. The program runs Tuesdays...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth sports instruction program at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The schedule excludes October 27,...</description>
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      <title>Creative Drama at Riis</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Creative Drama at Riis Park gives young actors a chance to build performance skills through structured instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running September 8 through December...</description>
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      <title>Kock Out Stress at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. An instruction-based program at Davis Square Park for teens, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 8 through December 10. The session skips Thursday, November 26. No further...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A 30-minute abs and core conditioning class for adults, meeting twice a week at Kennedy Park. The session runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:30 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through...</description>
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      <title>Furniture Building &amp; Repair at Foster</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A hands-on furniture building and repair class for adults at Foster Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 PM, September 8 through December 10 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Winnemac</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Winnemac Park. Open volleyball runs at Winnemac Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). This is an...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at White (Willye B.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-white-willye-b-2026-09-08-white-willye-b-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. Conditioning sessions for adults at Willye B. White Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, September 8 through December 10 (skipping October 27, October 29, and November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-pulaski-2026-09-08-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A caregiver-and-child play and instruction program at Pulaski Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Gage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A step aerobics class for adults at Gage Park, running weekdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The session begins Tuesday, September 8 and continues through Thursday, December 10, with no class on November...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A parent-child introductory sports program at Welles Park, designed for early childhood participants. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, running from September 8 through December...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-carver-2026-09-08-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Seasonal Sports at Carver Park offers youth instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27, October 29,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. Open basketball for teens at Brighton Park Community Campus, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Seasonal Sports at Rainbow Beach offers instructional sessions for teens on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running September 8 through December 10 (skipping Thanksgiving week)....</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A weekday morning social program for seniors at Piotrowski Park, running Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 10 AM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The club takes a few holidays off — October...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Edison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-edison-2026-09-08-edison-thomas-alva-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A preschool program at Edison Park for early childhood, meeting weekday mornings from 8:30 to 11:30 AM, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The schedule excludes October 12, November...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A basketball league for adults at La Follette Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 11. The schedule skips November 11 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Teen Leadership Club at Garfield Park is a recurring after-school program that meets Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 8 through December 11. Designed...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Jefferson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-jefferson-2026-09-08-jefferson-thomas-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Kiddie College at Jefferson Memorial Park is an early childhood instructional program running weekdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The schedule excludes October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Garfield Park offers a weekly drop-in activity for youth, with instruction provided during each session. The program runs Tuesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 6:00 PM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Boxing skills instruction for youth at Columbus Park, meeting weekdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program takes place at the Austin neighborhood...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Lap swim at Welles Park offers a straightforward schedule for adult swimmers from September 8 through December 11, 2026. Morning sessions run weekdays from 7:30 to 8:45 AM and again from 12:15 to...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Maggie Daley Park, meeting weekday mornings from 8:45 to 9:45 AM. The session runs from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Mighty Fit Kids is a weekday morning instruction program at Maggie Daley Park for early childhood participants, running Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, September 8 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Kiddie College at Eckhart Park is an early childhood instructional program meeting weekdays from 9 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on several...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Dvorak (Anton) Park, running weekdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The program starts September 8 and continues through December 11, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-gill-2026-09-08-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Kiddie College at Gill Park is a weekday morning program for early childhood, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The session runs from September 8 to December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A drop-in early childhood program at Maggie Daley Park, designed for parents and young children to play and learn together through guided interaction. The sessions run weekdays from 12 PM to 2 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A women&#39;s boxing instruction program at Bessemer Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 8 through December 11. Designed for adults, the sessions focus on boxing...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. A low-impact aerobics program for adults at Moran Park, running weekdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The session starts September 8 and continues through December 11, with no class on November 11 or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Strength and conditioning sessions for adults at Lindblom Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A free after-school drop-in program for teens at Rosenblum Park on the South Shore, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from September 8 through December 11. The club is open to teens (no specific age...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kenwood Community Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Kenwood Community Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM between September 8 and December 11. Designed for youth, the program offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Boxing instruction for adults at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, from September 8 through December 11. The program takes...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Park Kids at Kennicott Park is an after-school program for youth, meeting weekdays from 4 to 6 PM. The fall session runs Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026, with no programming on...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A boxing instruction program for teens at Seward Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. There are no sessions October 27–30, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A leadership-focused after-school program for teens, meeting weekdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Nichols Park. The session runs from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Ada</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. A weekly drop-in program for teens at Ada Park, offering instruction-based games and activities. Sessions run Monday through Friday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, starting September 8 and continuing...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Open basketball at Rainbow Beach Park runs weekday mornings from 8 to 11 AM, September 8 through December 11, with exceptions on November 11 and November 26. This open play session is for adults.</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Lap swim at Hayes Park offers scheduled pool access for adults on a recurring basis from September 8 through December 12, 2026. Morning sessions run weekdays from 7:15 to 9:00 AM, with additional...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Lap swim at Austin Town Hall Park runs on a recurring schedule from September 8 through December 12, 2026. The pool is open for adult lap swimming Mondays through Fridays from noon to 1 PM, plus...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 5 - 6 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-5-6-at-harrison-gym-2026-09-08-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. This is a multi-month gymnastics training program for girls at the USAG Levels 5 and 6, held at Harrison Gymnastics Center. Practices run Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:15 to 8:15...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A youth flag football program at Marquette Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 12, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Trumbull Park in South Deering, running from September 8 through December 12, 2026. Sessions are held Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM and Saturdays...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Calumet Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 12. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A circuit training class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM at Kennicott Park. The program runs from September 8 through December 15, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>CPD Swim Club at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A 14-week swim instruction program for youth at Welles Park, running from September 8 through December 15. Sessions are Monday and Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, and Wednesday through Friday...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Olympia</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Olympia Park. Open basketball for adults at Olympia Park, running Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 17. No set teams or referees — just show up and play. The gym is...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Team Tumbling at West Lawn Park runs Tuesday through Thursday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 17. This youth instruction program teaches tumbling skills, with no...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Owens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Open basketball at Owens Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 2 PM, September 8 through December 17, with no session on Thanksgiving. This is an open-play slot for adults — bring your own...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A teen basketball instruction program at Pottawattomie Park in Rogers Park, running from September 8 through December 17, 2026. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. Seasonal Sports at Sherman Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM, September 8 through December 17, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). The program offers youth sports...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Teen Club at Jackson Fieldhouse offers a regular Tuesday and Thursday evening hangout for teens, running from September 8 through December 17, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM each session. The program...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Kennicott</title>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A paleontology-themed drop-in program for early childhood at Kennicott Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 17. The session is designed for little...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A walking club for adults meets at Lindblom Park in Englewood on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:20 to 1:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 18, 2026. The group does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Boxing - Open at Ogden</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-open-at-ogden-2026-09-08-ogden-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Boxing open gym at Ogden Park runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 6 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 5 PM, starting September 8 through December 18. The program is open to youth and skips November...</description>
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      <title>CPD Water Polo Club at Sheridan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cpd-water-polo-club-at-sheridan-2026-09-08-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A water polo club for teens at Sheridan Park, running weeknights from 7 to 9 PM. The program runs Monday through Friday from September 8 through December 18, with instruction as the focus. It does...</description>
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      <title>Open Studio - Quilting Partnership at Fernwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/open-studio-quilting-partnership-at-fernwood-2026-09-08-fernwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fernwood Park. An open-studio quilting session at Fernwood Park, offering dedicated workspace and presumably some shared equipment or community for adult quilters. The program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM...</description>
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      <title>CPD Swim Club at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. The CPD Swim Club at Skinner Park offers youth swim instruction on a regular schedule through the fall. Sessions run Mondays through Fridays from 7 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 11 AM to 3 PM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Ada</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Boxing instruction for youth at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, running from September 8, 2026, through January 2, 2027. Sessions take place Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM and Saturdays...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Open table tennis at Sheridan Park runs as a drop-in program for adults from September 8, 2026 through January 2, 2027. The gym is open Monday through Friday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 PM and...</description>
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      <title>Play Production Partnership at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/play-production-partnership-at-pulaski-2026-09-08-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A year-long theater program for teens at Pulaski Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM, running from September 8, 2026, through June 3, 2027 (with a break on Thursday, November 26,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spr at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Kiddie College is a long-running early childhood program at Welles Park, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to noon. The session runs from September 8, 2026 through June 4, 2027, designed for preschool-age...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Sheridan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-winter-spring-at-sheridan-2026-09-08-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A year-round early childhood program at Sheridan Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The activity package runs from September 8, 2026 through June 4, 2027,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Park Kids at Kennicott Park is an after-school activity program for youth, running weekdays from 4 to 6 PM. The program runs from Tuesday, September 8, 2026 through Friday, June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <description> at Broadway Armory Park. Open basketball at Broadway Armory Park runs Tuesdays from 6 to 8 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. This is open play for teens, with no scheduled games or instruction — just show up and...</description>
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      <description> at Warren (Laurence) Park. Open pickleball play at Warren Park for seniors, running Tuesdays from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session does not meet on October 27 or November 24. No...</description>
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      <description> at Ridge Park. A ceramics instruction program for young children at Ridge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <description> at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A weekly open game room for adults at Emmerson Park, running Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM from September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27 and November 24. Drop in to play board...</description>
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      <description> at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Tot Spot at Jefferson Memorial Park offers open play and early childhood activities for the youngest visitors, running Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:45 AM. The program meets weekly from September...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly cross-country program for youth at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM between September 9 and October 14. No session on September 23. Registration covers...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A tap and ballet program for early childhood at Pulaski (Casimer) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:55 PM, September 9 through October 14. Registration is required; no pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. An eight-week pickleball instruction program for adults at Marquette (Jacques) Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 3 PM, September 9 through October 28. The session focuses on teaching the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A flag football league for teens at Wentworth Park, running Wednesdays from 6 to 9 PM from September 9 through November 4, 2026, with no session on October 28. Individual registration is open to...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. An adult 16-inch softball league at Hamlin Park, running Wednesdays from September 9 through November 4, with games from 6:30 to 8:45 PM. Players register as a team. The season spans nine weeks of...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A youth cross-country program at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through November 9, 2026. The program is instructional, designed...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Hale Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, running from September 9 through November 18, 2026. Note that there are no sessions on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A walking club for adults meets at Sherman Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, running from September 9 through November 25, 2026. The group does not meet on October 12 or November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. A hip-hop dance class for teens at Tilton Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 2, 2026. The program skips October 12 and November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Park No. 571. Sewing Open Studio at Park No. 571 offers adults a dedicated weekly block to work on their own sewing projects. The studio runs Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM, from September 9 through December 2,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth meets Wednesday evenings at Rowan Park on the east side, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 9 through December 2. The program takes a break on November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. Seasonal Sports at Tilton Park runs as an after-school instructional program for youth, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The season starts Wednesday, September 9 and runs...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A recurring dance program for early childhood at Armour Square Park, offering tap and ballet instruction on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-toddler gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with breaks on October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Avondale Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A weekly abs-and-core conditioning class at Garfield (James) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9. Designed for adults, the class focuses on core strength and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Young Scientists meets Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at Athletic Field Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). This early childhood program offers hands-on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for seniors at Dunham Park, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program takes a break on October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly chair exercise program for adults at Marquette Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The class is designed for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A free walking club for seniors at Kelvyn Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The group does not meet on Wednesday, November 11. Open to all older adults.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. A weekly sports instruction program for early childhood participants at Olympia Park, running Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule skips Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM from September 9 through December 9 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs for the full fall, with...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics program for early childhood at Avondale Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Bitty Basketball at Gompers Park runs Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). The program offers early childhood basketball instruction for young...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for youth at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class does not meet on October 28, November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. Little Artists at Olympia Park is a weekly Wednesday afternoon program for early childhood, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The session includes...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A 3-on-3 soccer instruction program for youth meets Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM at Rutherford Sayre Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A youth kickball program at Athletic Field Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The session includes instruction for kids, with no games on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. Indoor soccer instruction for youth runs Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at Jensen (Christ) Park in Albany Park, starting September 9 and continuing through December 9, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth meets Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at Scottsdale Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A tumbling class for youth at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. A 14-week tumbling program for early childhood participants at Strohacker (Howard) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running September 9 through December 9 with a break on November 11....</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for girls working at Level 1, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 9 through December 9, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Calumet Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-calumet-gym-2026-09-09-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 girls gymnastics program at Calumet Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 9 through December 9. The session skips November 4, 11, and 25. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A teen fitness program at Dunham Park that runs on Wednesday afternoons from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, beginning September 9 and continuing through December 9. The class skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-partnership-at-jefferson-2026-09-09-jefferson-thomas-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A youth soccer partnership program runs at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Norwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-norwood-2026-09-09-norwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Norwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from September 9 through December 9. Registration covers the full session of instructional play.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Floor hockey runs at Mozart Park on Wednesday evenings, 5:30 to 6:30 PM, from September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). It&#39;s a youth instructional program, not open play — geared toward...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Kelvyn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-kelvyn-2026-09-09-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Kelvyn Park, held Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM. The session runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on November 11. Registration pricing is not listed.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-09-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session does not meet on September 16, November...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at McKiernan Playground</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cheerleading-recreational-at-mckiernan-playground-2026-09-09-mckiernan-david-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at McKiernan (David) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. Instruction-based, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-scottsdale-2026-09-09-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Scottsdale Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11....</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-09-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for youth at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program is designed for gymnasts at Level 3 and 4 skill...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Homan Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-homan-square-2026-09-09-homan-square-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly basketball skills program at Homan Square Community Center Park for youth, running Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session on November 11). The activity...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mens-basketball-at-sauganash-2026-09-09-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Men&#39;s basketball runs as an instructional program at Sauganash Park on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). Open to adults.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-oriole-2026-09-09-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oriole Park. A twice-weekly open pickleball session at Oriole Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Open to adults; the schedule excludes Monday,...</description>
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      <title>Science of Superheroes at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/science-of-superheroes-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-09-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly after-school program at Wilson (Frank J.) Park that uses superhero themes to teach science concepts to youth. The class meets Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, running from September 9...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-09-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A 13-week gymnastics class for boys at Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 21, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-09-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Photography - Digital at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/photography-digital-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-09-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly digital photography class for seniors at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-holstein-2026-09-09-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A parent-child gymnastics program at Holstein Park for early childhood ages, running Wednesdays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM, September 9 through December 9. The session skips October 28 and November 11....</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Adams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-adams-2026-09-09-adams-george-adele-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly drop-in program for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at Adams Park, running from September 9 through December 9 (skipping November 11). Designed for caregivers and...</description>
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      <title>Ocean Explorers at Maplewood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ocean-explorers-at-maplewood-2026-09-09-maplewood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly early childhood program at Maplewood Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series includes instruction for young children,...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Hamlin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-hamlin-2026-09-09-hamlin-hannibal-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics session at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. Designed for early childhood, the program skips...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/step-aerobics-at-avalon-2026-09-09-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avalon Park. A weekly step aerobics class for seniors at Avalon Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-ridge-2026-09-09-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Ridge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly stretching class for seniors at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 9 through December 9. The program runs for most of the fall with two scheduled...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/yoga-at-ellis-2026-09-09-ellis-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A senior yoga class meets at Ellis Park on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session does not meet on November 11. Instruction is geared...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Lindblom Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 9 through December 9. The program runs through the fall, with no session on November 11....</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Dunbar</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dunbar (Paul Laurence) Park. A weekly walking club for seniors at Dunbar Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. A low-key, no-registration-required way to get regular movement...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Stanton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/yoga-at-stanton-2026-09-09-stanton-edwin-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly yoga class for adults at Stanton Park in River North, meeting Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The session runs September 9 through December 9, with a break on November 11. No...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly open-play table games session at Mann Park for seniors, running Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM from September 9 through December 9. Bring your own game or join whatever is already set up — a...</description>
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      <title>Animal Explorers at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Welles Park that runs Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class skips October 28, November 11, and November 25. Designed as...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Wilson CC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-at-wilson-cc-2026-09-09-wilson-john-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Wilson (John) Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Oz</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-oz-2026-09-09-oz-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Oz Park runs Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session November 11). The program offers early childhood instruction for the youngest participants,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM at Eckhart Park. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for seniors at Fuller (Melville) Park, running Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program focuses on instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly pickleball program at Sheridan Park for seniors, running Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The sessions focus on instruction rather than open play....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Open table tennis at Haas Park runs Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, starting September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program is open to seniors, with no registration required. Note that...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. Little Artists at Loyola Park is a weekly Wednesday afternoon program for early childhood participants, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Sessions take place from 12:45 to 1:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Adams Park, running Wednesdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The session skips October 28 and November 11. Registration covers...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly ceramics program for seniors at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session runs for three months with...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly abs and core workout class at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on October 28). Designed for adults, this is a...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly line dance instruction session for seniors at Stanton Park in River North, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program takes a break on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Welles (Gideon) Park in Lincoln Square, offering instruction through games and activities. The class meets on most Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors meets Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running from September 9 through December 9. The class skips October 28 and...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly basketball program for early childhood participants at Wrightwood Park, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Dino Diggers is a weekly hands-on program for early childhood at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Beginner at Horner</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A woodworking course for adults at Horner Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM from September 9 through December 9. The program covers beginner-level woodcraft skills through hands-on...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A yoga program for early childhood at Holstein Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes several dates in...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Harrison (Carter) Park on the lower west side, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Chess (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly chess program for home-schooled youth at Kennedy Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A sports conditioning program for teens at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28 or November...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for early childhood participants at Pulaski (Casimer) Park, running Wednesdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Conditioning at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly cardio conditioning class for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly early childhood sports program at Wrightwood Park, designed for younger kids to get comfortable with basic movement and ball skills. Sessions run Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM, September 9...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Warren</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Open basketball at Warren (Laurence) Park, open to adults on Wednesday afternoons from 3 to 4 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 14 or...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Soccer at Haines School</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haines School Park. Indoor soccer for youth meets Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM at Haines School Park, running September 9 through December 9. It&#39;s an instructional program — no match play, just skill-building — for...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly sculpture class for youth at Ridge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for youth at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, running Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that the program does...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Ridge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are canceled on October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A weekly youth soccer instruction session at Gompers Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Designed for young players looking to build skills...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Beverly</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Beverly Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for youth at Beverly Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program runs as instruction-based activity, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Note that the program does not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly drawing program for youth at Taylor-Lauridsen Park in New City, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. The session skips October 28. This is an...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session on November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly floor hockey program for youth at Gill Park, running Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The focus is on instruction, so it&#39;s a good option for kids learning the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A youth conditioning program at Lowe (Samuel) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule skips October 12 and November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Team Tumbling at Maplewood Park is a weekly instructional program for youth, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A girls flag football program at Harrison (Carter) Park runs on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Harrison (Carter) Park is a weekly drop-in or registered program for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series does not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Margate Park. Basketball skills instruction for youth at Margate Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A girls&#39; dance program at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session is for youth and focuses on instruction. There is no class...</description>
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      <title>Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball at Horner</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Glow-in-the-dark dodgeball runs as a weekly program at Horner Park on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 9. This is an instructional activity for youth, with glow...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/floor-hockey-at-sheridan-2026-09-09-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Floor hockey instruction at Sheridan Park for youth, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November 25. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Creative Drama at McKinley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/creative-drama-at-mckinley-2026-09-09-mckinley-william-park/</link>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth drama program at McKinley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The activity type is instruction, for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Girls Basketball Skills at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Rowan Park, running Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Participants receive instruction in fundamentals, with no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Dodgeball at Wilson Community Center Park runs Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. An instructional program for youth, it offers a structured weekly session for...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-avalon-2026-09-09-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avalon Park. Seasonal Sports at Avalon Park offers youth instruction on Wednesday afternoons from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Seward</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A gymnastics instruction program for youth at Seward Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on...</description>
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      <title>Teen Fit Box at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Teen Fit Box at Cornell Square Park runs Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program offers instruction-based fitness training for teens, meeting twice a...</description>
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      <title>Sewing at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A sewing instruction program for adults meets Wednesday evenings at Tuley Park from September 9 through December 9, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM. The schedule skips November 11. Registration is required;...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Hermitage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-hermitage-2026-09-09-hermitage-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hermitage Park. Seasonal Sports at Hermitage Park runs Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026, with a break on November 11. The program offers youth instruction in seasonal sports at the...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Calumet</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-calumet-2026-09-09-calumet-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for youth at Calumet Park, running Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The description does not...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/circuit-training-at-haas-2026-09-09-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Circuit training sessions for adults at Haas Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25....</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media Arts at Chase</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mixed-media-arts-at-chase-2026-09-09-chase-salmon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekly mixed-media arts workshop for teens at Chase (Salmon) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program covers instruction in various mixed-media...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-holstein-2026-09-09-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A recurring open pickleball session for adults at Holstein Park, running Wednesdays from September 9 through December 9, 6:15 to 8:45 PM — with three off dates: October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Teen Club at McKinley Park runs on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, starting Wednesday, September 9 through Wednesday, December 9. The program is open to teens — a straightforward...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Gage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program at Gage Park for teens, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM between September 9 and December 9. The session does not meet on November 11. Registration information...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). Open play volleyball at Brighton Park Community Campus on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9. The program is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Floor Hockey at Kennedy Park runs Wednesday evenings from 6:45 to 7:45 PM, September 9 through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25. The program offers instruction...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-at-loyola-2026-09-09-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Loyola Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes October 12 and November...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Ada</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Teen Club at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park runs Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, skipping November 11. This open-format program is designed for teens, with no...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Play School at Kennedy Park is an early childhood instruction program running Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:30 AM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on several...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Haas</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot sports program runs on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Haas Park, starting September 9 through December 9 (skipping October 28, November 11, and November 25). The...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Table Tennis - Open at Maggie Daley Park is a recurring drop-in program for adults, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes a...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Smith</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Mighty Munchkins at Smith Park is a weekly early childhood instruction program that runs on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. A weekly volleyball program for youth at Calumet Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:15 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with instruction as the focus. Note that...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts program for youth at Touhy-Herbert Park, running Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The schedule skips October 28 and November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Holstein Park that meets on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note the program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A strength-and-conditioning class for adults at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 12...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. An open pickleball session for adults at Dvorak Park on the lower west side, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. Note that the session is canceled on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball League at Winnemac</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Winnemac Park. A men&#39;s adult basketball league runs Wednesday evenings at Winnemac Park, from 7 to 9 PM, September 9 through December 9. Teams compete in a league format over the fall; registration details are not...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A teen club meets at Rainbow Beach Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Rainbow Beach Park hosts a weekly abs-and-core workout class on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9. Designed for adults, the instruction focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. A tumbling program for youth at Loyola Park, running on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 9 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips September 10, November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A preschool readiness program at Mayfair Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:45 AM to noon, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood ages,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A drop-in art program for early childhood at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on November 11)....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. An open table tennis session for seniors at Chopin Park, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The schedule varies by day: Mondays and Fridays from noon to 3 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for adults at Amundsen Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 1:30 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program skips Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Portage Park. A boxing skills instruction program for adults at Portage Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth sports instruction program at La Follette Park in Austin, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on Wednesday, November 11)....</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Dooley Playground</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. Open basketball runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Dooley (Thomas) Park, starting September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to teens. There is no session on...</description>
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      <title>Poetry at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A poetry program for teens at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on Wednesday, November 11). The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A free, drop-in social space for teens at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:15 to 7:30 PM from September 9 through December 11. No registration needed, and there is no...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. Strength and conditioning program for seniors at Amundsen Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Badminton - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open badminton at Broadway Armory Park runs three mornings a week for adults, with courts available for drop-in play. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, starting...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Margate</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Margate Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Margate Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. Play School at Pulaski Park is an early childhood instructional program meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 10 AM to noon, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Drop-in pickleball instruction for adults at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, running from September 9 through December 11. Sessions are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, with an...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Holstein Park in Bucktown, running on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program meeting at Hamlin Park on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program that meets regularly at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown. Sessions run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A recurring adult boot camp at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown, running Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program...</description>
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      <title>Speed &amp; Agility at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. Speed &amp; Agility is an ongoing adult instruction program at Trumbull Park in South Deering, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December...</description>
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      <title>Weight Training at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A drop-in weight training program for adults at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM through December 11. The session runs as instruction-based workouts.</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Smith</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly stretching session for seniors at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Gym Monkeys at Rowan Park is an early childhood instruction program that meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Williams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A weekly social gathering for older adults at Williams Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 2:15 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, and is open to seniors....</description>
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      <title>Weight Training at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. A weight-training program for adults at Trumbull Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:45 to 7:00 PM, September 9 through December 11. The session skips Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly walking club for seniors at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The group does not meet on several dates in late October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Pickleball instruction at Cornell Square Park runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through December 11, 2026. The program is for adults...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A regular social gathering for seniors at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A senior conditioning class at Welles Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program includes instruction and runs weekly except for...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. Teen Club at Trumbull Park offers a regular midweek and Friday afternoon hangout for teens in South Deering, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A children&#39;s tap and ballet class at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Moran Playground</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. Seasonal Sports at Moran Playground offers youth instruction in sports activities at Moran (Terrance) Park in Englewood. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A hip-hop dance class for youth at Kennicott Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program runs through the fall, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Open basketball at Altgeld Park for teens, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program is closed on October 12 and November 11. No...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. An indoor soccer program for youth at White (Willye B.) Park in Rogers Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Modern at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A modern dance class for youth at Ellis Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program skips October 12 and...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A step aerobics class for adults at Pottawattomie Park, running on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A low-impact aerobics class for seniors meets three times a week at Bessemer Park, running from Wednesday, September 9 through Friday, December 11. Sessions take place Mondays, Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A walking club for seniors meeting at Green Briar Park, with group walks scheduled Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. A free drop-in teen program at Washtenaw Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. Open to teens for socializing and casual activities.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A 4-on-4 basketball program at Seward Park runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. Designed as instruction for teens, it skips October 28, October 30,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Open basketball at Seward Park runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 28, October 30, or November 11. The program is open...</description>
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      <title>Wrestling at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A wrestling instruction program for teens at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, September 9 through December 12,...</description>
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      <title>Daily Living Skills (Special Rec) at Gage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly instruction program for adults with disabilities, focused on building practical daily living skills. The group meets at Gage Park on Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Girls Dance at Ogden</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-dance-at-ogden-2026-09-09-ogden-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A dance program for youth at Ogden Park in Englewood, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 18, 2026. The session is for instruction...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for teens at Ogden Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 18. The schedule excludes October 12 and...</description>
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      <title>Ice Hockey Clinic - Goaltending at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-hockey-clinic-goaltending-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-10-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Ice hockey goaltending instruction for youth players runs Thursday evenings at McFetridge Sports Center, from September 10 through October 15, 2026. Sessions take place from 5:00 to 5:50 PM and focus...</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet Partnership at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tap-ballet-partnership-at-pulaski-2026-09-10-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A six-session early childhood dance class at Pulaski Park, meeting Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:55 AM, September 10 through October 15. The program combines tap and ballet instruction for the youngest...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A youth flag football program at Eckhart Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM between September 10 and October 15. The six-week session focuses on instruction for young players.</description>
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      <title>Creative Drama Partnership at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Park. A ten-week creative drama program for teens at Calumet Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM between September 10 and November 12, 2026. The sessions focus on instruction-based theater...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-home-school-at-kennedy-2026-09-10-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A home-school flag football program at Kennedy Park, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, September 10 through November 19, 2026. There is no session on October 29. The program is instructional and...</description>
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      <title>Archery Partnership at Hamilton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/archery-partnership-at-hamilton-2026-09-10-hamilton-alexander-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A youth archery program runs on Thursdays from September 10 through November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood. It&#39;s a partnership activity designed for young...</description>
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      <title>Baton &amp; Pom Pom at Tilton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baton-pom-pom-at-tilton-2026-09-10-tilton-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. A baton and pom pom program at Tilton Park runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 10 through December 1, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). Designed for teens, the...</description>
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      <title>Music at Kennicott</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/music-at-kennicott-2026-09-10-kennicott-jonathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A youth music instruction program at Kennicott Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running September 10 through December 3, 2026 (no session on November 26). Geared toward young...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Athletic Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-athletic-field-2026-09-10-athletic-field-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Athletic Field Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:45 to 10:45 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26). The program...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-oriole-2026-09-10-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program for early childhood ages at Oriole Park, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:50 AM. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly early childhood movement program at Dunham (Robert) Park, running Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class takes instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/storytime-crafts-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-10-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Thursdays from noon to 12:45 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program takes a break on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tap-ballet-at-oriole-2026-09-10-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. A 14-week dance class series for early childhood at Oriole Park, combining tap and ballet instruction. Sessions meet Thursdays from 12:00 to 12:50 PM, running from September 10 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A drop-in open play session for the youngest set at Eugene Field Park, running Thursdays from September 10 through December 10, 2026, from 12:30 to 1:45 PM. The program is designed for children in...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avondale Park. An early childhood soccer program at Avondale Park, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM from September 10 through December 10. The session skips Thanksgiving week (November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-10-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A 14-week gymnastics program for early childhood participants at Calumet Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A circuit-training class for adults at Eugene Field Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). Instruction-based format, no description of...</description>
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      <title>Stroller Fitness at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. A stroller-friendly fitness class meets at Oriole Park on Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:50 PM, running September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). Designed for adults, the instruction-led...</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-10-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics program for early childhood at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Hale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. Team Tumbling at Hale Park is a weekly youth tumbling instruction program that runs Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Cartooning at Chippewa</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A weekly cartooning class for youth at Chippewa Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for youth at Dunham Park, running Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program does not meet on October 29, November 12, or...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-10-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM at Calumet Gymnastics Center, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips November 5 and...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-10-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. Shooting Stars Gymnastics is a weekly instructional program for early childhood, held Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at the Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 10...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-garfield-gymnastics-2026-09-10-garfield-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for youth at Garfield Gymnastics Center, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session is Level 1, designed for girls...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-10-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for girls at Level 3 and 4, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM at Harrison Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A youth ultimate frisbee program at Archer Park, running on Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, September 10 through December 10. Instruction-based, with no sessions on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-kilbourn-2026-09-10-kilbourn-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Drop-in volleyball at Kilbourn Park for teens, running Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM, September 10 through December 10 (skipping Thanksgiving, November 26). No registration or fee listed — show up with a...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A flag football program for teens at Hayes Park in Ashburn, running Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based, with no session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Tumbling Lev. 1 at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tumbling-lev-1-at-garfield-gymnastics-2026-09-10-garfield-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A tumbling fundamentals class for youth at Garfield Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 10 to December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-10-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A 13-week gymnastics session for girls at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Tarkington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-tarkington-2026-09-10-tarkington-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tarkington Park. A youth sports instruction program at Tarkington Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or November...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Jensen</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. Team Tumbling at Jensen Park runs on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program offers youth tumbling instruction, with no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Rosedale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-rosedale-2026-09-10-rosedale-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Rosedale Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (with no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-valley-forge-2026-09-10-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A weekly volleyball program for youth at Valley Forge Park, running Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based play with no sessions on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Hayes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-at-hayes-2026-09-10-hayes-francis-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for adults at Hayes (Francis) Park, held Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Open basketball for teens at Mozart Park, meeting Thursdays and Fridays from 6:45 to 8:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session on Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 26) is canceled. No...</description>
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      <title>Dinner and a Movie (Special Rec) at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Norwood Park. A teen program at Norwood Park that combines dinner with a movie screening, meeting on Thursdays from 3 to 5 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Warren</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for seniors at Warren Park, held Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Washington</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Washington Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:00 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class does not meet on November 26....</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Adams</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly movement and instruction class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at Adams Park. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tot-spot-at-green-briar-2026-09-10-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Tot Spot at Green Briar Park is a drop-in program for early childhood, running Thursdays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Pinochle Club at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pinochle-club-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-10-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly pinochle club for seniors at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Thursdays from 10 AM to 2 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The club does not meet on Thanksgiving, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A weekly conditioning class for seniors at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly Pilates session for adults at Broadway Armory Park, running Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, September 10 through December 10. The class skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tumbling-at-loyola-2026-09-10-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly tumbling class for young children at Loyola Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:30 AM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. This...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Graver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-graver-2026-09-10-graver-philip-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. This weekly drop-in program at Graver Park offers structured play and instruction for early childhood participants. It meets Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 10 through December...</description>
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      <title>Chair Yoga at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-yoga-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-10-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Chair Yoga at Taylor-Lauridsen Park offers a low-key midday movement option for seniors, meeting Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM from September 10 through December 10. The program skips October 29...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Haas</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Open pickleball play for seniors at Haas Park, running Thursdays from noon to 2:30 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The session skips October 29 and November 26. No registration or...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Jazz at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly jazz dance class for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Thursdays from noon to 2 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A 45-minute beginner ballet class for early childhood ages, held Thursday afternoons from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. The program runs from September 10 through...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly table tennis instruction program for adults at Maggie Daley Park, running Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. Sessions are canceled on October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Printmaking Open Studio at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Printmaking Open Studio at Green Briar Park offers adult artists access to studio space and equipment on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 4 PM, running September 10 through December 10. The program...</description>
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      <title>Trash to Treasure at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly workshop at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center where adults turn discarded materials into usable objects, from furniture to decorative pieces. The program meets Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Weight Training at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weight-training program for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A free, no-registration walking group that meets at Maggie Daley Park every Thursday afternoon from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, running from September 10 through December 10. Designed for adults, the club skips...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A strength and conditioning class for seniors at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The...</description>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program does not meet on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Intermediate at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A woodcraft course for adults at Horner Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The class skips November 26 for Thanksgiving. Registration covers the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly tumbling class for young children at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. Note that there is no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Tot Spot at Adams Park is a weekly open play session for early childhood, held Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly early childhood sports program at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM between September 10 and December 10. The session skips October 29 and November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Park. A parent-and-tot dance class meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Calumet Park, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program covers basic movement and instruction for early...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. Floor hockey at Anderson (Louis) Park runs Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, starting September 10 through December 10, 2026. This is a youth instructional program, with no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Kickball at Gill</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly kickball program for youth at Gill Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 10 through December 10. Instruction-based sessions run through the fall, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. Mighty Munchkins is an early childhood instructional program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Dvorak Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule includes breaks on October 29 and November...</description>
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      <title>Ceramics at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A ceramics instruction program for adults at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Washington</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. Sports Conditioning at Washington Park runs on Thursdays from September 10 to December 10, 2026, with sessions from 4:00 to 4:30 PM. This instructional program is designed for youth, providing a...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Stanton Park, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips November 26 for the Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Drawing, Painting, and Ceramics at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A 14-week youth art program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, teaching drawing, painting, and ceramics. The class meets Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <title>Family Arts and Crafts at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly arts-and-crafts program for youth at Pulaski Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Volleyball instruction for youth runs on Thursday afternoons from 4:15 to 5:15 PM at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, starting September 10 through December 10. The program skips October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood, held Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM at Wilson (John) Community Center Park in Bridgeport. The program runs from September 10 through December...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Gill</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for youth at Gill Park, running Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM between September 10 and December 10. The program breaks for Thanksgiving on November 26. A...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class at Altgeld Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The program is designed for adults and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth meets Thursdays from September 10 to December 10, 2026, from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at McKinley Park. Instruction focuses on basic tumbling skills. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for early childhood participants, running Thursdays from September 10 through December 10 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Sessions are 5:30 to 6:15 PM, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Haas</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly open basketball session at Haas Park in Logan Square, running Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM between September 10 and December 10. Open to adults. Note that the session does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Boxing instruction for adults at Davis Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:15 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with a break on Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Holstein Park. Open gym basketball for adults at Holstein Park, running Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program takes two scheduled breaks: October 29 and November 26. Drop-in...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth instruction program at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM for a fall season running from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. Drop-in basketball for adults at Brighton Park Community Campus, running Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Welles</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-welles-2026-09-10-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly conditioning class for adults at Welles Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:15 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avondale Park. A weekly early childhood science program at Avondale Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session is instruction-based for young...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Welles</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly open pickleball session for adults runs Thursday mornings from 9 to 11 AM at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, starting September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program takes a break on...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly chair exercise program for seniors at Ellis (Samuel) Park, held on Thursday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <title>Quilting at Washington</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly quilting instruction session for seniors at Washington Park, meeting Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving (November...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Bitty Basketball at Rowan Park runs Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The program offers early childhood instruction in a park setting, designed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth tumbling class at Ridge Park runs Thursday afternoons from 3:15 to 4:00 PM, starting September 10 and continuing through December 10. The program takes a break on October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for early childhood participants at McKinley Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Team Tumbling is a youth tumbling program meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park in the north-center neighborhood. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A stroller-friendly fitness class for adults at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM between September 10 and December 10. Participants should note the program does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Park. A 14-week youth dance program at Calumet Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). The class covers tap and ballet basics...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly 45-minute outdoor boot camp for adults at Dvorak Park. The series runs Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, with no session on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A low-key stretching session for seniors at Washington Park, meeting Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 10:00 AM from September 10 through December 10. No session on November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A multi-month gymnastics program for youth at Harrison Gymnastics Center, running from September 10 through December 12. The Xcel G - P team practices on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 8:15 PM...</description>
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      <description> at West Lawn Park. A youth soccer instruction program at West Lawn Park, meeting Thursday evenings from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, running from September 10 through November 5. For kids.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A six-session 3-on-3 soccer program for youth at Eckhart Park, running Fridays from September 11 through October 16, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The sessions focus on instruction rather than open...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Olympia Park. An adult men&#39;s 16-inch softball league plays Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Olympia Park, running September 11 through October 30. Teams compete in a standard league format — no drop-in play.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. Flag Football at Norwood Park runs Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 11 through November 20, 2026. The program offers youth instruction in the basics of flag football, meeting weekly at the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Roller skating at Kennedy (Dennis) Park runs Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 11 through November 20, 2026 (skipping October 30). The program is open to youth, offering a straightforward...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A conditioning program for teens at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 11 through December 4, 2026. The sessions are instructor-led and designed for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Teen Club at LeClaire-Hearst Park offers a regular after-school drop-in space for teens, running weekdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, September 11 through December 4. The program is open to teens, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. Fun and Games at Commercial Club is a weekly instruction program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM at the Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. The series runs from September...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Volleyball instruction for teens at Eckhart Park, running Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 11 through December 4. Designed for instruction rather than open play, this program gives teens a...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open volleyball at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 11 through December 4. This is a drop-in program for adults — no registration required, just show up...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly teen club for Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 8:00 PM from September 11 through December 4, 2026. The program offers instruction and social...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth table tennis program at Kennedy Park, with instruction sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM, running from September 11 to December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A low-impact chair exercise class for seniors, held at Scottsdale Park on Friday mornings from 9:15 to 10:00 AM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with instruction focused...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly parent-and-toddler play and instruction session at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Fridays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11 and is designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Peterson Gym</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood, the sessions...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Cardio Conditioning runs Friday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Dvorak Park, starting September 11 through December 11 (with a break on October 30). This is an instruction-based class aimed at...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Marquette Park, meeting Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM through December 11. The club offers a regular opportunity for older adults in the neighborhood to connect,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Vittum Park offers a regular Friday gathering for older adults from 11 AM to 1:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30). No fee is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Mayfair Park, meeting Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The open-ended format suggests a casual drop-in program, though...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. Art &amp; ABCs is an early childhood program at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park, combining instruction in letters and art for young kids. It meets Fridays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM, running from September 11...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A recurring open pickleball session for adults at Eugene Field Park, running Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM between September 11 and December 11. Drop in to play on a first-come, first-served basis —...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A recurring open boxing session at Scottsdale Park for adults, running Mondays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No instruction or structured class — just...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. A senior strength and conditioning program meets at Norwood Park on Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The sessions focus on instruction-based fitness...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. Rising Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center is an early-childhood instruction program that meets Fridays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly golf instruction program for early childhood participants at Kosciuszko Park, using the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system designed for young beginners. Sessions run Fridays from 2:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Minuteman Park. A free weekly drop-in program for teens at Minuteman Park, running Fridays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. No registration details or specific activities are listed...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. Every Friday from September 11 through December 11, Ken-Well Park hosts a drop-in youth program from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, offering instruction-based activities. The program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Floor hockey instruction runs on Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Shabbona Park in Dunning, from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is for youth and does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. The session runs for the full fall, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Olympia Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Olympia Park, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 11 through December 11. The activity type is instruction-based, so expect structured play and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Rosedale Park, meeting on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to older adults looking for a regular,...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 2 - 3 at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A 14-session gymnastics class for boys working at Level 2 or 3 levels, held Friday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Harrison Gymnastics Center on the lower west side. The program runs from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A 14-week gymnastics program for girls, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class is designed for youth working at...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Oriole Park. A teen pickleball instruction program runs Fridays from 4:10 to 5:00 PM at Oriole Park, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session focuses on teaching the basics of the sport to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Shabbona Park, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is instructional in nature and does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Mozart Park in Logan Square, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. The activity is open to youth and focuses on skill...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 5 - 6 at Calumet Gym</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for girls at Level 5-6, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at Calumet Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no class on November 6...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Archer</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A weekly teen club at Archer Park that runs Thursdays and Fridays from 5:45 to 7:30 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program skips October 29 and 30, and November 26 and 27....</description>
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      <title>Tumbling Lev. 2 at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A 14-week tumbling class for youth at Palmer Gymnastics Center in Roseland, focusing on intermediate-level floor skills through direct instruction. The program meets Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. An instructional basketball program at Gompers Park for teens, running Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. The schedule covers three months of weekly sessions.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rosedale Park. Open volleyball at Rosedale Park runs on Friday evenings from 6:45 to 8:15 PM, September 11 through December 11. This is an adult open-play session — no set teams, just show up with your gear and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Girls basketball instruction for teens at Archer Park, running Fridays from 7:15 to 8:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, with a break on October 30. The program focuses on skill-building and...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. An arts and crafts program at Blackhawk Park for early childhood participants, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Eugene Field Park, held Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 11 through December 11. The class focuses on instruction-based fitness,...</description>
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      <title>Mommy and Me Ballet at Edison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A parent-child ballet class for early childhood ages at Edison Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 AM to noon from September 11 through December 11. The session runs weekly except on...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media Arts at Chippewa</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A weekly mixed-media arts workshop for adults at Chippewa Park, running Fridays from 1:15 to 3:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program meets most weeks but skips October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-palmer-gymnastics-2026-09-11-palmer-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Palmer Gymnastics Center, designed for early childhood participants to explore movement and basic skills together with a caregiver. The class meets Fridays from...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Sumner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sumner Park. Open basketball at Sumner Park runs on Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program is open to youth participants, with no registration or fee mentioned — just show up...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly dodgeball program for early childhood participants (ages 3-5) at Maplewood Park in Wicker Park, running Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, September 11 through December 11. Sessions are...</description>
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      <title>Sewing - Beginner at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A 14-session beginner sewing class for adults at Tuley Park, meeting Fridays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program covers foundational skills like machine basics,...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A drop-in open play session for early childhood at Kennedy Park, running Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program takes a break on October 30 and November...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly walking club for seniors at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with a break on October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Revere</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly open pickleball session for seniors at Revere Park, running Fridays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration or advance sign-up required — just show...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Tot Spot at Schreiber Park is a weekly open-play program for early childhood, held Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration details or pricing are...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Wicker Park, meeting Fridays from 10:30 AM to 12:45 PM from September 11 through December 11. The club offers a regular opportunity for older adults in the...</description>
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      <title>Social Club at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Donovan Fieldhouse. Social Club at Donovan is a weekly drop-in program for adults at the Donovan Fieldhouse, meeting Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM. The series runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026 — a...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A weekly program for adults at Sherwood (Jesse) Park in Englewood, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 11 AM to 12:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The session on Monday, October 12 is...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly soccer skills program for homeschooled youth, meeting Fridays from 11 AM to noon at Kennedy Park in Morgan Park. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, with no classes on...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A beginner ballet class for young children, offered on Fridays from noon to 1 PM at Stanton Park in River North. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, and is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A seated exercise program for seniors at Kennedy Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class does not meet on five...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Haas</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Table tennis open play for seniors at Haas Park, running Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program skips October 30 and November 27. No registration or fee is...</description>
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      <title>Paper Mache at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A paper mache instruction class for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A Friday afternoon drop-in program for early childhood at Maggie Daley Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with a break on October 30. Each session runs from 12:45 to 1:15 PM...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Conditioning at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Cardio Conditioning runs on Fridays from 12:45 to 2:00 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program offers adult instruction in cardio...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly early childhood program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The series does not meet on October 30...</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM at Wrightwood Park. The program runs September 11 through December 11, 2026, skipping October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for seniors at Green Briar Park, running Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. The program is designed for older adults looking...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A tumbling program for early childhood at Maplewood Park, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The session skips September 25, October 30, and November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. Chess at Ridge Park runs Friday afternoons from September 11 to December 11, 2026, skipping October 30 and November 27. The program is open to youth, with games and instruction from 3:30 to 4:30 PM....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. A drop-in style early childhood program at Holstein Park that meets on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Note the program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A weekly club for girls at Brainerd Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The program offers instruction and activities for youth, with no further...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Gage Park, held Fridays from 3:45 to 5:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class focuses on instruction in basic tumbling...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Soccer instruction for youth at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running on Fridays from September 11 to December 11, 2026, with sessions from 3:45 to 5:15 PM. Note that there are no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly cartooning workshop for youth at Horner Park, running Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. The program focuses on instruction in drawing and cartooning...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running on Mondays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program skips Monday, October 12.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly NERF sports program for youth at Holstein Park, running Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based play, with sessions canceled on October 30...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth volleyball league runs on Fridays from September 11 through December 11 at Dvorak Park, with games scheduled from 4:00 to 6:30 PM. Players sign up individually rather than as a team; the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A printmaking program for youth at Wrightwood Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and November 27. Registration covers...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Haas</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly cross-country running program for youth at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program runs on an instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Loyola Park. A teen leadership club meeting at Loyola Park on Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026 (skipping September 18). Designed for instruction and development, the...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Wilson Community Center</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The activity is geared toward young...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Smith Playlot</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. Teen Club at Smith Playlot meets Fridays from 5 to 6 PM, September 11 through December 11, at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland. It&#39;s a weekly drop-in program for teens.</description>
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      <title>Weight Training at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A teen weight training program running Friday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction covers proper form and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Gill</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. The basketball program at Gill Park runs on Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, offering instructional play for youth. A straightforward weekly option for kids looking to...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Mann</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Basketball instruction for teens at Mann Park on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11 with breaks on October 30 and November 27. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. Open basketball at Holstein Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. This is a teen program — open play, not a league or clinic. No registration cost listed.</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Haas</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. The girls youth volleyball league at Haas Park runs Fridays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Participants register as individuals rather than as a team. The league takes...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. An adult archery program at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, September 11 through December 11. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Margate</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. Teen Club at Margate Park offers a regular Friday evening hangout for teens in Uptown, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. The program is open to teens and...</description>
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      <title>Dance at Dawes</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. Dance instruction for youth at Dawes Park, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avalon Park. Teen Club at Avalon Park offers a regular Friday evening hangout for teens, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program meets weekly from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, providing a consistent...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Gage</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly teen club at Gage Park, open to teens ages 13 to 17 on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11. No further details on planned activities are provided.</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Boot Camp at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A parent-and-toddler boot camp running Fridays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM at Dvorak Park, September 11 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30). The program is designed for early childhood ages and...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Smith</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Yoga/Pilates at Kelly</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A weekly yoga and Pilates instruction session at Kelly Park in Brighton Park, meeting Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM from September 11 through December 11. The program is designed for adults. No...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A 14-week tumbling program for early childhood participants at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, September 11 through December 11. The schedule skips Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A woodworking instruction program for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly crocheting program for seniors at Ridge Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips September 25, October 30, and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for early childhood participants at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park, running Fridays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Note that the...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Smith Playlot</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. A weekly walking club for adults meets at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland on Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, running from September 11 through December 11. No registration or fee is mentioned — just show up...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Holstein Park, running Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The program meets from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A weekly after-school program at Wilson Community Center Park that uses superhero themes to introduce science concepts to early childhood participants. The sessions run Fridays from September 11...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A youth flag football program at Rowan (William) Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. The focus is on instruction, making it a solid choice for kids...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Soccer for Success is an instructional soccer program for youth, held at Wolfe Park on the east side. Sessions run Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, starting September 11 and continuing through December...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A drop-in arts and crafts program for youth at Nichols Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Participants work on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A basketball skills program for youth at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 11 through December 11. Instruction-based sessions, with no sessions on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Knitting instruction for adults at Grand Crossing Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. A low-key weekly option for anyone looking to learn or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A youth basketball league at Touhy-Herbert Park runs on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is for individual participants, not...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Open basketball runs at Fuller Park on Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 8 PM, starting September 11 through December 11. The court is open for adults to drop in and play; no registration or fee is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. An open pickleball session for adults at Kennedy Park, running Friday evenings from 6:30 to 7:45 PM. The program starts September 11 and continues through December 11, with no sessions on October 30...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction is a weekly drop-in program for early childhood caregivers and their little ones at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The session runs...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Pickleball instruction for adults at Rainbow Beach Park, held Fridays from 10:30 to 11:45 AM from September 11 through December 11. A straightforward weekly session for players looking to learn or...</description>
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      <title>Girls Teen Club at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Girls Teen Club meets at Rainbow Beach Park on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to teens and described as an open...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A walking club meets at Rainbow Beach Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, running from September 11 through December 12. The program is open to adults and requires no registration —...</description>
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      <title>Girls Basketball - Open at Chase</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekly open basketball session for teen girls at Chase (Salmon) Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM from September 11, 2026, through January 8, 2027. The program skips December 25 and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Don Nash</title>
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      <description> at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly open basketball session for teens at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from September 11 through December 18. Drop in and play.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A six-week flag football program at Humboldt Park for teens, meeting Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. The session runs September 12 through October 17, 2026, though the source notes a longer intended...</description>
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      <title>Garden Buddies at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Garden Buddies at Kilbourn Park is an early childhood program that meets on Saturday mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, running from September 12 through November 7, 2026. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer League at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth soccer league for individual players, meeting Saturdays from September 12 through November 14 at Norwood Park. Games run from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A weekly volleyball instruction program for youth held at Rutherford Sayre Park, running Saturdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 12 through November 21, 2026. Note the program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Badminton - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly open badminton session at Broadway Armory Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through November 28, 2026, 9:30 to 11:30 AM. The program is for adults and is open play, so no formal...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Broadway Armory Park runs Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, September 12 through November 28 (skipping October 31). It&#39;s an early childhood movement and instruction program...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Family at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A family open basketball session at Broadway Armory Park, running Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through November 28, 2026. The program is open to all ages, though it does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer - 3 on 3 League at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A 3-on-3 soccer league for youth runs at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago from September 12 through December 5, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM and Saturdays from 11 AM to 1:30 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-12-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A Saturday-morning gymnastics program for early childhood participants at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Classes run from 10:45 to 11:30 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026, excluding October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running Saturdays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM, September 12 through December 12. Designed for early childhood, the class skips October 31...</description>
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      <title>Nature Babies at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A Saturday-morning nature program for babies and toddlers at Rutherford Sayre Park, running from September 12 through December 12. Sessions meet from 9 to 10 AM, with no class on October 17 or...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Open basketball at LeClaire-Hearst Park runs Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, September 12 through December 12. Drop-in play for all ages, no registration or fee required.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Riis</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Open pickleball play at Riis Park runs Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, September 12 through December 12. This is an unstructured, drop-in session for adults — no registration or partner required,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A Saturday-morning Pilates class for adults at Jefferson Memorial Park in Jefferson Park, meeting weekly from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. The session runs September 12 through December 12, 2026. This is an...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A soccer instruction program for young children at Norwood Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The activity type is instruction, aimed at early...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Garfield Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 12 through December 12, skipping October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-12-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon at Shabbona Gymnastics Center in Dunning. Runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-12-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A girls gymnastics class for Level 2 participants, meeting Saturdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM at McKinley Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Tumbling Lev. 1 at Harris Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A twelve-week tumbling program for youth at Harris Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28. The class...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-12-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, running Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The session skips October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Avondale Park. Junior Detectives is a weekly Saturday program at Avondale Park for early childhood participants, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Sessions meet from 12:15 to 1:00 PM and focus on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly basketball program for teens at Homan Square Community Center Park, running Saturdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, September 12 through December 12. The program is instructional, focused on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Bitty Basketball at Humboldt Park runs Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, skipping October 31 and November 28. This instructional program is designed for youth,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly kickball program for youth at Rosedale Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 12 through December 12. Instruction-based play for younger participants.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Portage Park. A women&#39;s boxing skills program at Portage Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program is for adults and focuses on instruction,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Harris Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-harris-gymnastics-2026-09-12-harris-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for girls at Harris Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. The session runs weekly except on October 31 and November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-5-6-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-12-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for youth at the Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, designed for participants working at Level 5 or Level 6. The class meets Saturdays from 1:45 to 3:15 PM, running...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/special-olympics-young-athletes-special-rec-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-12-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Special Olympics Young Athletes is a weekly Saturday afternoon program at Kosciuszko Park, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Painting at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly painting class for early childhood–age kids at Rosedale Park, running Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM. The program meets from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with instruction...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-12-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics class for girls held Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program is designed for youth and skips...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Avondale Park. A weekly volleyball program for teens runs Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM at Avondale Park, starting September 12 through December 12, 2026. The activity is instructional, focused on skill-building...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth dance program at Norwood Park that introduces tap and ballet technique, meeting Saturdays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Instruction is geared toward...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A Saturday morning music and movement program for early childhood at Norwood Park, running weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 10:45 to 11:30 AM.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A hip hop dance class for adults at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM, September 12 through December 12. Instruction is the focus — no performance or competition...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. Open pickleball at Touhy-Herbert Park runs Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31. Open to adults, no registration or fee mentioned.</description>
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      <title>Super Saturdays (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Horner</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Super Saturdays at Horner Park offers instructional programming for Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth, meeting Saturdays from September 12 to December 12, 2026 (excluding October 31), 9:30 AM to 12:30...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at McKinley Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with instruction provided.</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Family at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A family woodcraft program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Saturdays from 10 AM to noon from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program is for youth and focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A 12-week outdoor boot camp at Nichols Park, meeting Saturday mornings from 10 to 11 AM between September 12 and December 12. The program is designed for adults and led by an instructor. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/arts-crafts-at-bessemer-2026-09-12-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for young children at Bessemer Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, and is designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-skills-at-park-no-596-2026-09-12-brighton-park-community-campus/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A Saturday-morning soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Brighton Park Community Campus, running weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Sessions meet from 10:00 to...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-ridge-2026-09-12-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ridge Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Ridge Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Designed for early childhood, this instruction-based class is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Mandrake</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-mandrake-2026-09-12-mandrake-henry-brown-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Open basketball at Mandrake Park runs Saturdays from 10:15 AM to 12:15 PM, September 12 through December 12. It&#39;s open to adults, with no structured programming — just show up and play.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Smith</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-smith-2026-09-12-smith-joseph-higgins-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A Saturday-morning basketball program for young children at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running from September 12 through December 12. The hour-long sessions start at 10:30 AM, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at McKinley</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly LEGO-building club for youth, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon at McKinley Park. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with instruction provided. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Soccer Skills at Maggie Daley Park runs Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026 (skipping October 31). This early childhood instruction program focuses on basic soccer...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Calumet Park. Pickleball open play for adults at Calumet Park, running Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. Drop in with your own paddle and join the rotation on the east-side...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Floor hockey runs Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program is instructional and open to youth, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Badminton at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Badminton instruction for teens at Altgeld Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, September 12 through December 12. A straightforward weekly program for anyone looking to learn the game or...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. The Seasonal Sports Club at Sheridan Park runs Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28. This instruction-based program is for...</description>
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      <title>Drawing at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A Saturday afternoon drawing class for youth at Lake Shore Park, meeting from 3:00 to 3:50 PM each week from September 12 through December 12, skipping October 31. Instruction is provided for the...</description>
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      <title>Girls Basketball League at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth girls basketball league at Mount Greenwood Park, running from September 12 to December 12. Teams practice and play on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM. Designed as...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A Saturday-morning basketball skills program for early childhood participants at Dvorak Park on the Lower West Side. The session runs from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, starting September 12 through December 12,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Loyola Park. A Saturday morning yoga series at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, running from September 12 through December 12. Classes meet from 9:30 to 11:00 AM and are designed for adults. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly soccer skills program for young children at Dvorak Park on the Lower West Side. Sessions run Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 12 through December 12, with no session on October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Haas Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026 (with no session on October 31 or November 28). Designed...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media - Drawing at Berger</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. This is a teen drawing program meeting on Saturday mornings at Berger Park in Edgewater, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. The note indicates it excludes...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth soccer instruction program meeting Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:50 AM at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A Saturday afternoon boxing instruction program for adults at Eckhart Park, running from September 12 through December 12. Sessions meet from 2:15 to 3:45 PM, with breaks on October 31 and November...</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball Skills at Warren</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A 12-week instructional basketball program for teen boys at Warren Park, running Saturdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October 17...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Avalon Park. A strength and conditioning program for teens runs Saturdays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM at Avalon Park, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The focus is on instruction-based training.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly sports program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults at Horner Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with several skipped dates...</description>
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      <title>Painting Open Studio at Gill</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly open studio for adults who want dedicated time and space to paint, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:30 PM at Gill Park in Lake View. The program runs from September 12 through December 12....</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A weekly drop-in social program for teens at Tuley Park in Chatham, running Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. It&#39;s an open, unstructured hangout — no...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program for early childhood at Rutherford Sayre Park, held Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 12 through December 12. The schedule covers a 14-week stretch of...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Carver</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Carver Park, running daily from September 12 through December 13, 2026, with sessions from noon to 2 PM. The program takes place every day except October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-palmer-gymnastics-2026-09-12-palmer-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A 45-minute introductory gymnastics class for early childhood participants at Palmer Gymnastics Center, held on Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from September 12 through December...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-12-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for early childhood, held Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at Calumet Gymnastics Center. The program runs from September 12 through December 19, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Riis</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Open pickleball play for seniors at Riis Park, running Sundays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, September 13 through December 13. No registration or partner needed — just show up with your paddle.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Maggie Daley Park, running Sundays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 13 through December 13, 2026, with no session on November 1....</description>
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      <title>Adult/Tot Adventure Yoga Club at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/adulttot-adventure-yoga-club-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-14-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An adult-and-toddler yoga series at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Monday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 14 through October 12. Designed for early childhood participants with a...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A six-week adult cardio tennis program at Kilbourn Park, meeting Monday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM between September 14 and October 19. The partnership format pairs participants for drills and...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Flag Football Skills at Kelvyn Park offers instruction in the basics of flag football for children in early childhood. The program meets on Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Welles</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A six-week youth tennis program at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 14 and October 19. This partnership activity is designed for young players...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Abbott (Robert) Park in Roseland, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 14 through November 16, 2026 (no session on October 12). The...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Senn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. A circuit-training class for adults at Senn Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 14 through November 18. The program skips five dates (October 12, 26, and 28, plus...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Senn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. Teen Club at Senn Park runs weekdays from September 14 through November 19, with a shorter afternoon session Monday through Thursday (3:20 to 4:20 PM) and an extended Friday session (2:20 to 5:40...</description>
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      <title>Team Gymnastics at Chase</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Runs from September 14 through November 30, 2026, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Dawes</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. Seasonal Sports at Dawes Park offers youth instruction in a rotating sport each Monday evening from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through November 30, 2026, with no session on October 12. The...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A drop-in sports program for early childhood ages at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 14 through November 30, with no class on October 12...</description>
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      <title>Painting at Edison</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A painting instruction program for early childhood at Edison Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM (no session on October 12). No pricing is listed...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Mayfair</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A weekly early childhood program at Mayfair Park where kids dig into paleontology-themed activities. The instruction-based series meets Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running September 14 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A weekly walking club meets at Edison Park on Mondays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). Open to adults of all fitness levels. No...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly afterschool program for girls meeting Mondays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at Austin Town Hall Park, running September 14 through December 7. The program offers instruction and activities for youth...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-14-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM at McKinley Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Recreational tumbling for youth at Hiawatha Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. A straightforward instruction-based program for young participants.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A girls basketball program at Eugene Field Park runs on Mondays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The season skips October 12. This is an instructional program for youth,...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-14-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Monday afternoons from 2:00 to 2:45 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly drop-in program for early childhood caregivers and their children, meeting Monday mornings from 9 to 10 AM at Dunham Park. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Yoga/Pilates at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A 45-minute Yoga/Pilates class for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no class on October 12). No registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Holstein Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball League at Horner</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A 12-week adult pickleball league at Horner Park, running Mondays from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. Players register individually for the league format. No pricing is listed,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A 12-session advanced sewing class for adults, meeting Mondays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Tuley (Murray) Park, from September 14 through December 7. The course does not meet on October 12....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A caregiver-and-child program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 AM from September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November 23. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. Tot Spot is an open play program for early childhood at Wilson (John P.) Park in Bridgeport, held Monday mornings from 10:00 to 11:15 AM. It runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot gymnastics session at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Mondays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 14 through December 7. The program is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Chatham Park. A weekly quilting session for adults at West Chatham Park, meeting Mondays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (with no session on October 12). The program offers...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly stretching class for seniors at Broadway Armory Park, running Mondays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 12 or October 26.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Warren Park, designed for early childhood participants to get comfortable with basic movement and instruction. The class runs on Monday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Harrison Park on Monday mornings from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7. The program takes a few scheduled breaks — no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. A low-impact abs and core conditioning class for adults at Jesse White Park, meeting Monday mornings from 11 AM to noon. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot program at Sheridan Park, running Mondays from 11 AM to noon, September 14 through December 7. Designed for early childhood, the class offers guided instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A floor hockey program for homeschooled youth at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, running Mondays from 11 AM to noon, September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 26 or November 23. The program...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A low-impact movement class for seniors at Dvorak Park, designed to improve balance, flexibility, and stability through gentle stretching and controlled exercises. The session meets Mondays from...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. The session is designed for young children with...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-haas-2026-09-14-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Open pickleball play for seniors at Haas Park, held Mondays from noon to 2:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. No registration or partner needed — just show up with a paddle.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Dvorak Park, meeting Mondays from noon to 1 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The club skips two dates (October 12 and October 26) but otherwise...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly yoga session at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Mondays from noon to 1 PM, September 14 through December 7. The class is for adults and skips October 12 and October 26....</description>
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      <title>Animal Explorers at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly early-childhood program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The series does not meet on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A 45-minute conditioning class for seniors meets Monday afternoons at 1:00 PM at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, running from September 14 through December 7. The program will not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Dvorak Park runs on Monday afternoons from September 14 through December 7, giving young children a structured introduction to basic sports skills through guided instruction. The...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Bitty Basketball at Sheil Community Center Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, running on Mondays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly sports conditioning program for teens at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Mondays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A beginner ballet class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Adams</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Tot Spot at Adams Park gives young children a dedicated hour of open play and social time on Monday afternoons. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, with...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Tiny Tot Tumbling at McGuane Park is a weekly 45-minute tumbling class for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A beginner ballet program for youth at Loyola Park, meeting Monday afternoons from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). The class focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Armour Square Park, running Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program skips October 26 and November 23.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Soccer for Success is a free youth instructional program at Rowan Park that meets on Mondays from 5 to 6 PM, running from September 14 through December 7. Designed for youth participants, it offers...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Chess instruction for teens at Smith Park, running Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, or November 23. A solid weekly commitment...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Donovan (George) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Donovan Park, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7. Designed for early childhood, the program focuses on basic instruction in...</description>
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      <title>Womens Conditioning at Owens</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A women&#39;s conditioning class meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026, at Owens Park. The session is for adults and does not meet on October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A weekly flag football skills program at Palmer Park for youth, running Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session does not meet on October 12. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults, held at Commercial Club Playground on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. Open basketball at Touhy-Herbert Park runs on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12 or October 26. This is an adult open-play format —...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly 45-minute abs-and-core class for adults at Armour Square Park, running on Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 26 or...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Haas</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. An adult basketball league at Haas Park in Logan Square, running Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, September 14 through December 7 (with no session on October 12). Organized as a team league for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A weekly drop-in program for youth at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Open to teens and pre-teens....</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at White (Edward H.)</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. Line Dance at White (Edward H.) Park is a weekly instructional program for adults, meeting Mondays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session skips October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. Open pickleball at Holstein Park runs on Monday evenings from 6:15 to 8:45 PM, starting September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12 or November 23. This is open play for adults,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Winnemac</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Winnemac Park. Open basketball at Winnemac Park for teens, running Mondays from 7 to 9 PM, September 14 through December 7. No registration or fee — just show up and play.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Teen Club at Rowan Park meets Monday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. An open teen program for ages 13 to 17, with no structured curriculum listed — more...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A circuit-training class for adults at Armour Square Park, meeting Monday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Welles</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Welles Park, running Monday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. Note that there is no session on Monday, October 12. No registration or fee...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth instructional sports program meeting Monday evenings from 8:00 to 9:00 PM at Valley Forge Park, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Owens</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly abs and core workout for adults at Owens Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12....</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Margate</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Margate Park. A weekly early childhood program at Margate Park that combines art activities with letter recognition. Sessions meet on Mondays from noon to 12:45 PM, running from September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Harrison (Carter) Park, combining art and early literacy instruction for the youngest learners. Art &amp; ABCs meets Mondays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, running September...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-special-rec-at-mann-2026-09-14-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Mann Park, running on Mondays from 1 to 2 PM, September 14 through December 7. The session skips October 12, October 26, and November 23.</description>
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      <title>Sport Art &amp; Dart at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Sport Art &amp; Dart is an early childhood instructional program at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-haas-2026-09-14-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program for toddlers and preschoolers, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Haas Park in Logan Square. The session runs from September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Wilson CC</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Brick Builders Club meets Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Wilson Community Center Park, running September 14 through December 7. The program focuses on instruction for early childhood participants,...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for youth at Sheil Community Center Park, running Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Donovan Fieldhouse. A weekly LEGO-building club for kids at Donovan Park in Bridgeport, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 14 through December 7. The sessions are instructional and designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Seasonal Sports at Davis Square runs as a weekly instructional program for youth at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park in New City. Sessions meet Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 14...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Peterson</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. A weekly walking club meets at Peterson Park on Monday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, running from September 14 through December 7. The program is designed for seniors and is open to anyone in that...</description>
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      <title>Powerlifting (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/powerlifting-special-rec-at-mann-2026-09-14-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A supervised powerlifting program for adults at Mann Park, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. Instruction-based format, with no sessions on October 26 or...</description>
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      <title>Furniture Building &amp; Repair at Foster</title>
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      <category>DIY</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A woodworking program at Foster Park, meeting Mondays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. Instruction is geared toward adults, covering furniture building and repair....</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Cole</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. The Teen Leadership Club at Cole (Nat King) Park meets on Mondays and Tuesdays from noon to 12:50 PM, running from September 14 through December 8 (excluding October 12). Designed for teens, the...</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A sports conditioning program for teens at Brighton Park Community Campus, offering structured instruction on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. The program runs from September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-park-no-596-2026-09-14-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. A youth volleyball program meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM at the Brighton Park Community Campus gymnasium, running September 14 through December 9. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Dance at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A youth dance program for girls at Don Nash Community Center Park in South Shore, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM from September 14 through December 9, 2026. The activity focuses...</description>
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      <title>Play School at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A structured early childhood program at West Lawn Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 1 to 3 PM, running from September 14 through December 10, 2026. The session includes instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mighty-fit-kids-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-14-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Mighty Fit Kids is an instructional youth fitness program meeting at Taylor-Lauridsen Park on Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, running September 14 through December 10, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Kiddie College at McGuane Park is an early childhood instruction program running three mornings a week, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 14 through December 11....</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A parent-and-child play and instruction program at McKinley Park, designed for early childhood. The group meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, running September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Carver</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Carver Park, running Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3 to 7 PM, September 14 through December 11, 2026. The program is closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Oz</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oz Park. A youth cross-country running program that meets at Oz Park on Mondays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 14 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on Monday,...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Merrimac Park in Dunning, running Mondays and Fridays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM between September 14 and December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Open basketball at Grand Crossing Park on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:15 to 7:30 PM, running September 14 through December 18. Designed for teens, with no set roster or registration...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Graver</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A weekly building club for early childhood participants at Graver Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 15 through November 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A gentle yoga class for seniors meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running from September 15 through November 19. The session skips October 27 and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A mat-based Pilates class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater. The session runs from September 15 through November 19,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Union Park. A youth sports instruction program at Union Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 15 through November 24. Designed for kids, with a focus on skill-building through the...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth sports instruction program at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 15 through December 1. Designed for kids, with a focus on skill-building through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Open basketball at Fosco Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, September 15 through December 3, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving. The program is open to teens. No registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A youth flag football program at Welles Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, running September 15 through December 3. The season skips the weeks of October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Cragin Park. Gym Monkeys is a recurring early childhood instruction program at Cragin Park, designed for young children to develop motor skills through guided physical activity. The program runs on Tuesdays and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men&#39;s 4.5 singles at McFetridge Sports Center, running Tuesday evenings from 10 PM to midnight, September 15 through December 8. This is an individual league for adults,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A men&#39;s 3.5 singles tennis league at McFetridge Sports Center, running on Tuesday evenings from 10 PM to midnight, September 15 through December 8. The league is for adults and skips November 24....</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Welness (Special Rec) at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A weekly arts and wellness program at Vittum Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. Open to all ages,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Calumet Park. A weekly sewing program for adults at Calumet Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The session runs from September 15 through December 8, 2026, offering structured instruction for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly Special Olympics bowling program at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, running Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, September 15 through December 8. The session is for adults and includes...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Step aerobics instruction for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Horner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly pickleball session designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults, held Tuesdays from noon to 1:30 PM at Horner Park. The program runs from September 15 through December 8, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. The Senior Citizens Club at Commercial Club Playground meets Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running September 15 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. This is an...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A 13-week seasonal sports program for adults with intellectual disabilities, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 6 PM at Bessemer Park. The session runs September 15 through December 8, with no activities on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A youth soccer skills program at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). The program...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A seasonal youth sports program at Cornell Square Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 15 through December 8. The note indicates it&#39;s for youth, though...</description>
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      <title>Swimming/Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/swimmingspecial-olympics-seasonal-sports-at-mcguane-2026-09-15-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A seasonal sports and swimming program for all ages at McGuane Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, September 15 through December 8. The program skips October 27 and November 24. Open to...</description>
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      <title>Ballet Conditioning at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A ballet conditioning class for adults at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, September 15 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction and technique,...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Volleyball at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly volleyball program for adults with intellectual disabilities, running Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Eckhart Park. The program runs from September 15 through December 9,...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Chair exercise classes at Don Nash Community Center Park, designed for seniors. Sessions meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 15 through December 10, 2026 (no...</description>
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      <title>Play School at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A parent-child play program for early childhood at McGuane Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15 to 2:00 PM, running September 15 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A seasonal instructional sports program for youth at The Park at NTA, running Mondays through Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026 (excluding Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Girls Teen Club at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly drop-in program for teen girls at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:50 PM, running from September 15 through December 10, 2026 (excluding Thursday, November 26). Open...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Taylor Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 15 through December 10, 2026. Sessions are held at the Robert Rochon Taylor...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A volleyball instruction program for youth at The Park at NTA on the near south side, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A multi-month recreation program for adults at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, offering structured leisure education activities. The program runs Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Wednesdays and...</description>
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      <title>Fitness and Nutrition (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A fitness and nutrition instruction program for adults at Bessemer (Henry) Park, meeting Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2 to 4 PM, running from September 15 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Fitness (Special Rec) at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A fitness instruction program for adults at Eckhart (Bernard) Park, running from September 15 through December 12, 2026. Participants meet on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from noon to 1 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Franklin (Benjamin) Park, running Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, September 15 through December 22, 2026. No registration or fee is listed, so drop-in play is likely the...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Indian Boundary</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A six-week adult cardio tennis program meets Wednesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at Indian Boundary Park, running September 16 through October 21. This is a partnership program — participants...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A six-week youth tennis program at McKinley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 16 and October 21. This is a partnership offering for young players to learn the basics of the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Cardio Tennis meets Wednesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at McKinley Park, running September 16 through October 21. This partnership program is for adults who want a high-energy workout on the...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly after-school program for girls at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 16 through December 2, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Cragin Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Cragin Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM. The session runs from September 16 through December 2, with no class on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for seniors at Foster Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 AM from September 16 through December 2, 2026 (with no session on November 11). The...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Art &amp; ABCs at Schreiber Park pairs early childhood instruction with outdoor time, meeting Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, September 16 through December 2 (skipping November 11). A straightforward...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Hip Hop Aerobics at Owens Park offers a straightforward weekly workout set to hip hop music, designed for adults. The class meets on Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, running from September 16...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for 4.0-level singles players at McFetridge Sports Center. The league meets on Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, running from September 16 through December 9, 2026. Note...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A men&#39;s 3.0 singles tennis league runs Wednesday nights at McFetridge Sports Center from September 16 through December 9, with play from 10:00 PM to midnight. The league skips November 25. It&#39;s an...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League Mens 3.5 Singles at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-mens-35-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-16-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men&#39;s 3.5 singles players at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesday nights from 10:00 PM to midnight, September 16 through December 9. The league skips November 25,...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly yoga session for adults, held Wednesday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The program runs from September 16 through December 9, 2026, with a break on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Union Park. A weekly chair exercise program for seniors meets at Union Park on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 16 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Bowling at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly bowling program for adults runs Wednesdays from 10 AM to 3 PM at Harrison (Carter) Park, starting September 16 and continuing through December 9 (with no sessions on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Tot Spot at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens is a weekly open play session for early childhood, held Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly hands-on science program for youth at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The session runs from September 16 through December 9, 2026, with no meetings on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM from September 16 through December 9. The activity is designed for youth, with...</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A weekly boys basketball program at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, September 16 through December 9 (skipping November 11). The program offers structured...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Norwood</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly drop-in recreation program at Norwood Park, offering instruction-based activities for all ages on Wednesday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The session runs from September 16 through...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Chair Exercise at Armour Square Park meets Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running September 16 through December 11, 2026. The program is designed for seniors and provides seated or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Line dance instruction for seniors at Armour Square Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 16 through December 11, 2026. A straightforward weekly program...</description>
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      <title>Kickboxing at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A teen kickboxing program at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from September 16 through December 11 and is focused on instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Basketball open play at Rainbow Beach Park for teens, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 16 through December 11. No play on Wednesday, November 11. Drop-in...</description>
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      <title>Girls Sewing at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly sewing program for youth at Ridge Park, meeting Wednesdays from September 16 through December 16, 3:30 to 4:45 PM. The class does not meet on October 28, November 11, or November 25....</description>
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      <title>Music &amp; Movement at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Music &amp; Movement brings early childhood activity to McFetridge Sports Center on Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, running September 17 through October 15. Designed for young children, the...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Peterson</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. A six-week youth tennis program at Peterson Park, meeting Thursdays from September 17 to October 22, 2026, from 4 to 5 PM. The sessions are for young players and run as a partnership program....</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Tennis 101 is a six-week youth program at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, from September 17 through October 22. It&#39;s a partnership-based introduction to the sport,...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-mens-45-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-17-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men&#39;s 4.5 singles runs Thursday nights at McFetridge Sports Center from September 17 through December 10, 2026. Matches take place from 10 PM to midnight, with a break on...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-mens-40-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-17-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men rated 4.0, playing singles matches on Thursday nights from 10:00 PM to midnight at McFetridge Sports Center. The season runs from September 17 through December 10,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A Special Olympics sports league for adults meets at Douglass Park on Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM, running September 17 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. The Special Olympics Sports League runs on Thursday mornings through fall at Marquette Park, offering instruction for adults with intellectual disabilities from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The program starts...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-17-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly drop-in program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, designed for caregivers and their young children. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction meets Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 17...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Bitty Basketball at McGuane Park is an instructional youth program that meets Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running from September 17 through December 10, 2026. No session on November 26. It offers...</description>
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      <title>Track &amp; Field at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly track and field instruction program for early childhood participants at Dvorak Park, running Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 17 through December 10, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Ridge Park. A 13-week adult volleyball league at Ridge Park, running Thursdays evenings from 6 to 9:30 PM, September 17 through December 17. The league breaks for Thanksgiving on November 26. Teams register for...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-fundamentals-of-latin-dancing-for-kids-at-morgan-pk-2026-09-18-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A four-session introductory Latin dance class for kids at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM between September 18 and October 9. Designed for young participants who want...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A six-week beginner tennis program for youth at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 18 through October 23. Offered as a partnership activity, it focuses on the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Cardio Tennis at McGuane Park is a six-week adult program that meets Friday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, running September 18 through October 23. The focus is on a high-energy workout using tennis...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A ten-session beginner piano class for youth, meeting Fridays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM at Berger Park in Edgewater. The program runs from September 18 through November 27 and is designed for new players...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A beginner guitar class for youth that meets on Fridays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, running from September 18 through November 27 at Berger Park in Edgewater. The group format focuses on introductory...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men at the 3.0 singles level, running Friday nights from 10 PM to midnight at McFetridge Sports Center. The league begins September 18 and continues through December 11,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for men&#39;s 4.0 singles players at McFetridge Sports Center, running on Friday nights from 10 PM to midnight, September 18 through December 11. The league skips November 27. For...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Galewood Park. A weekly drop-in program at Galewood Park on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. The activity offers instruction for youth, with no registration or ongoing...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A weekly volleyball program for teens at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM from September 18 through December 11. The sessions are instructional, so players can expect...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A weekly instructional running group for adults at Edison Park, meeting Fridays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM. The program runs from September 18 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A recurring Friday program at McGuane Park for adults, combining bowling and taebo instruction. The session runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, September 18 through December 11, with no activities on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A bowling program for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Fridays from 10:15 AM to 2:00 PM from September 18 through December 11. The activity type is instruction, offered through Special Olympics...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A low-key tumbling class for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The program runs from September 18 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports offers ongoing instruction and recreational activity at Owens Park, designed for participants of all ages. The program meets on Fridays from 2:45 to 4:00 PM, running...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Union Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Union Park runs on Friday afternoons, 3 to 4 PM, from September 18 through December 11. The program is designed for early childhood participants and focuses on instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A volleyball instruction program for teens runs on Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, starting September 18 through December 11, 2026. Note that there is no session on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A weekly volleyball instruction program for youth at McGuane Park, running Fridays from 3:45 to 5:00 PM, September 18 through December 11. The activity is instructional in format, aimed at young...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. A music and movement program for early childhood at Pasteur Park, offering guided instruction in music and physical activity. The program meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A six-week Cardio Tennis program for adults at Hale Park, meeting Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 AM between September 19 and October 24. The format is a partnership group, designed for players who want...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A six-week adult tennis program meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM at Washington Park, running September 19 through October 24. The format is a partnership-based group workout focused on cardio doubles...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A six-session youth tennis program meeting Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Washington Park, running September 19 through October 24. This is a partnership activity, offering basic instruction for...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing Workshop (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3d-printing-workshop-deaf-hoh-at-park-no-596-2026-09-19-brighton-park-community-campus/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A youth 3D printing workshop at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The session runs from September 19 through November 14, with breaks on September 26, October 3,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly Saturday-morning program at Armour Square Park for parents and their young children, running from September 19 through December 5. The 45-minute sessions focus on interactive play and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A 12-week beginner ballet class for early childhood participants, meeting Saturdays from noon to 12:45 PM at Armour Square Park. The program runs from September 19 through December 5, 2026, and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A social and recreational program for adults at Marquette (Jacques) Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM between September 19 and December 12, 2026. The program includes instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics session at Avondale Gymnastics Center running Saturdays from September 19 through December 12, 2026, 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The program is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly outdoor yoga class at Armour Square Park for adults, meeting Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. The session runs from September 19 through December 12, 2026. No pricing or registration details...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympic Lap Swim (Special Rec) at Welles</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A lap swim program designed for adults with special needs, running Saturdays from September 19 through December 12 at Welles Park. The session includes swim instruction and lap time, with staggered...</description>
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      <title>Super Saturdays (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Super Saturdays is a recurring adult recreation program at Bessemer Park, running on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM between September 19 and December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly social club for adults at Eckhart Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly double dutch program for youth at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Saturdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM from September 19 through December 12, 2026. The program skips October 31 and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly open basketball session for youth at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 19 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October 31 or...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League Womens 4.0 Doubles at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A women&#39;s 4.0 doubles tennis league at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, September 20 through December 13, 2026. The league does not meet on November 29. It is an adult...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, September 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A men&#39;s 4.0 singles tennis league runs Sunday evenings at McFetridge Sports Center from September 20 through December 13, 2026, from 9 to 11 PM. The league skips November 29. It&#39;s an individual-entry...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Open pickleball play at Fosco Park runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, starting September 21 through December 4. This session is open to seniors. Note that play is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Wildwood Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program at Wildwood Park, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM, running from September 21 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at McGuane Park, meeting Monday mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, running from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly open swim for seniors at Eckhart Park, running Mondays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 21 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12. No pricing is listed; likely free or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A water-walking class designed for seniors, meeting on Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at Welles Park. The program runs from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A water walking class for adults at Fosco Park, meeting Mondays from 6 to 7 PM. The session runs September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12, 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Portage Park. Adult lap swim and open swim at Portage Park, running weekdays and Saturdays from September 21 through December 9, 2026. The schedule varies by day — morning, midday, and evening slots are available,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Adult Swim at Don Nash Community Center Park runs on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 21 through December 9. This open swim time is for adults only, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Adult Swim at Welles Park offers designated lap and recreational swim times for adults, running from September 21 through December 10. The pool is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A structured youth sports program at Austin Town Hall Park, offering instruction in team sports Monday through Friday from 4:45 to 6:45 PM. The program runs from September 21 through December 11,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Portage Park. A fall youth sports program at Portage Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 5:15 to 7:15 PM and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running from September 21 to December 11. The program is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. TEAM Sports at Kosciuszko Park offers structured athletic instruction for youth, running from late September through early December. The program meets on a varied schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. A youth sports instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, running September 21 through December 11, 2026. No session on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. TEAM Sports at Wentworth Park is an instructional program for youth running from September 21 through December 11, 2026, with a varied weekly schedule: Mondays through Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at The Pk at NTA</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for seniors at The Park at NTA, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, running from September 21 through December 11. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Senior open swim at Don Nash Community Center Park runs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 7:30 to 9:00 AM, September 21 through December 11. The pool is reserved for seniors only during...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Fosco Park hosts a senior swim program weekday mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, running from September 21 through December 11, 2026. The pool is closed on October 12, November 11, and November 26. This...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Tot Swim at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A parent-and-tot open swim session at Sheridan Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to noon between September 21 and December 11. The program is for early childhood ages, with no...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Open swim at Eckhart Park runs twice a week through the fall: Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, plus a longer afternoon session on weekdays from 2:45 to 4:15 PM. The program is open...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ridge Park. Adult lap swimming at Ridge Park, running from September 21 through December 11, 2026. The pool is open for adults on a varied weekly schedule: Mondays and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM, Tuesdays and...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Adult Swim at Ellis Park offers dedicated pool time for adults only, running from September 21 through December 11. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 1:45 to 2:45 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Don Nash</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Open swim at Don Nash Community Center Park runs through December 11, with different afternoon hours depending on the day: Mondays and Fridays from 2 to 4 PM, and Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3 to...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Open swim at Sheridan Park runs on a rotating schedule through the fall: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM; Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM; and Fridays...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A multi-day youth sports instruction program at The Park at NTA on the near South Side, running weekdays from September 21 through December 11. The schedule varies by day: most afternoons run 3:45 to...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ridge Park. A multi-day youth sports instruction program at Ridge Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM, and Fridays from 5 to 8 PM, from September 21 through...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Gill Park, running weekdays from 5 to 6:30 PM, September 21 through December 11. The program does not meet on October 12, November 11, or November 26. It&#39;s a...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. TEAM Sports at Eckhart Park is an instructional program for youth, running from September 21 through December 11, 2026. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Adult Swim at West Pullman Park offers scheduled open swim time for adults, running weekdays from September 21 through December 11, 2026. Sessions take place Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Adult lap swim at Kosciuszko Park, open to adults through the fall season. The pool is available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, with additional slots on Mondays from 3:15...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Open swim at Blackhawk Park runs on a rotating schedule through the fall: weekday afternoons from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, and Saturdays from 2:15...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Open swim returns to Ellis Park on a seasonal schedule running from September 21 through December 12. The pool is open Mondays and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, and...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Youth open swim at West Pullman Park runs twice a week from September 21 through December 12, 2026. Mondays and Fridays are 3 to 5 PM; Tuesdays through Thursdays are 3 to 4 PM; Saturdays are 2:15 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Open swim at McGuane Park in Bridgeport runs on a regular schedule this fall: weekdays from 3 to 4 PM and Saturdays from 4 to 5 PM, starting September 21 through December 12. The program is open to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. Open swim at Skinner Park runs on a regular schedule from September 21 through December 12: weekday evenings from 9:00 to 9:45 PM and Saturday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. The pool is open to all...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An adult ice hockey league at McFetridge Sports Center, running late-night sessions from September 21, 2026, through March 19, 2027. Teams skate Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:00...</description>
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      <description> at Gill (Joseph) Park. A swim instruction program for youth at Gill Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The schedule excludes October 12, October 26, and November 23.</description>
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      <description> at Harris (Harriet) Park. A learn-to-swim program for youth at Harris Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The schedule has built-in breaks: no sessions on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description> at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A youth swim instruction program at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. Sessions skip October 12, October 26, and November 23....</description>
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      <description> at Welles (Gideon) Park. A senior learn-to-swim program at Welles Park, meeting Mondays from 11 AM to noon from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November 23. Instruction...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-ridge-at-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description> at Ridge Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Monday mornings from 10 to 11 AM at Ridge Park. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12,...</description>
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      <description> at Fosco (Peter) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Monday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Fosco (Peter) Park. The program runs from September 21 through December 7, with no sessions...</description>
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      <description> at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Ping Tom Memorial Park, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM, September 21 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26, or...</description>
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      <description> at Welles (Gideon) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program at Welles Park, designed for seniors and held Monday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Hayes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/learn-to-swim-at-hayes-at-hayes-francis-park/</link>
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      <description> at Hayes (Francis) Park. A 12-week adult swim instruction program at Hayes Park in Ashburn, meeting Monday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, with no class on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/learn-to-swim-at-kosciuszko-at-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description> at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth swim instruction program at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 26 or November 30. The class...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Gill</title>
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      <description> at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-child swim class at Gill Park for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays from 3 to 4 PM from September 21 through December 7, with no sessions on October 26 or November 23. The...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Humboldt</title>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly early childhood art class at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, from September 22 through December 3. The program is for toddlers and preschoolers, with...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-piotrowski-2026-09-22-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A youth swim instruction program at Piotrowski Park on Tuesday afternoons from 4 to 5 PM, running from September 22 through December 8. The program does not meet on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A water walking class for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Tuesday mornings from 8 to 9 AM from September 22 through December 8. The program skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Gill</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM at Gill Park. The program runs September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class at Don Nash Community Center Park, designed for seniors and meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 22 through December 8. The program skips October 27...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Ridge Park. An aquatic exercise class for adults at Ridge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. The high-impact...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Lap swimming at Blackhawk Park runs on a varied weekly schedule from September 22 through December 10, 2026. Sessions are available Monday through Thursday afternoons, with additional evening and...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Gill</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Open swim at Gill Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, starting September 22 and continuing through December 10, 2026. Open to all ages. No session on Thursday, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly adult sports instruction program at Ellis Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, September 22 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. TEAM Sports at Welles Park runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8:30 to 9:30 PM, September 22 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving night. The program offers adult instruction in team...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Portage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Portage Park. Parent and child swim sessions at Portage Park run on a weekly schedule from September 22 through December 12, 2026. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, plus Saturdays from 1:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Carver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Adult lap swim at Carver Park runs on a regular schedule through the fall: Tuesdays through Fridays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM and Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, beginning September 22 and ending December...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Fernwood</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Open swim sessions at Fernwood Park run on a split schedule this fall: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, and Tuesdays through Saturdays from 2 to 3 PM, September 22 through December...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description> at Mann (James) Park. A 12-week adult swim instruction program at Mann Park&#39;s pool, meeting Tuesday mornings from 11 AM to noon, September 22 through December 8. The schedule skips October 27 and November 24. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Rosenblum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/series/learn-to-swim-at-rosenblum-at-rosenblum-j-leslie-park/</link>
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      <description> at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A weekly learn-to-swim program for youth at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026. Instruction covers foundational swimming...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Fosco</title>
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      <description> at Fosco (Peter) Park. A 12-week parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM at Fosco Park. The session runs September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description> at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A parent-accompanied swim class for early childhood at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 22 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Girls Dance - Jazz at Oakdale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Oakdale Park. A nine-week jazz dance program for youth at Oakdale Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM between September 23 and November 18. Note that the session does not meet on October 28 or November...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-23-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A parent-and-child swim class for early childhood, held on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Kosciuszko Park pool. The session runs from September 23 through December 9, with no class...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Home School) at Independence</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Independence Park. A home-school swim lesson program at Independence Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to noon, September 23 through December 9. The schedule skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Independence Park. A youth swim instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-piotrowski-2026-09-23-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A learn-to-swim program for youth at Piotrowski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 23 and December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Homan Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-homan-square-2026-09-23-homan-square-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A structured swim program for early childhood at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 23 through December 9, with no sessions on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-ii-low-impact-at-mcguane-2026-09-23-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at McGuane Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-mann-2026-09-23-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon at Mann Park. The session runs from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 28, November...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A parent-and-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM at Ping Tom Memorial Park. The session runs September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Foster</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, held at Foster Park on Wednesdays from September 23 through December 9, 2026, from noon to 1 PM. The session skips October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. An open studio session for adults working in mixed media, held at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham. The program runs Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM, starting September 23 and...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Humboldt Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 23 through December 11 (skipping October 30 and November 11). The class uses...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Youth swim at Hayes (Francis) Park runs on a weekly schedule through the fall. Sessions take place Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, from September 23...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Special Rec) at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A learn-to-swim program at West Pullman Park for all ages, meeting Wednesdays from 11:15 AM to 1:00 PM and Saturdays from 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM, running from September 23 through December 12. Note that...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Tot Spot at McFetridge Sports Center is a drop-in play program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 24 through October 15. No registration or fee is mentioned — a...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Foster</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A seated exercise program for adults at Foster Park, meeting Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11 AM. The series runs from September 24 through October 22, 2026, with sessions held on the fourth...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Shabbona</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-shabbona-2026-09-24-shabbona-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A Level II swim class for toddlers at Shabbona Park, meeting Thursdays from 9 to 10 AM from September 24 through December 10. The program skips October 29 and November 26. Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Harris</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise program designed for seniors, meeting Thursday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM at Harris Park. The session runs from September 24 through December 10, with no classes on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Union</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-union-2026-09-24-union-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Union Park. Open basketball at Union Park runs on Thursdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, starting September 24 through December 10, 2026. The program is open to adults only and will not meet on Thursday, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Sheridan</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for early childhood participants at Sheridan Park, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, September 24 through December 10. The session excludes October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Stanton</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM at Stanton Park. The program runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level III at Eckhart</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A parent-and-child swim class at Eckhart Park for early childhood participants, running Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The session begins September 24 and continues through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Hayes</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Hayes Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, running from September 24 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Don Nash Community Center. The program runs from September 24 through December 10, with no...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Foster</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-and-child-swim-at-foster-2026-09-24-foster-j-frank-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A parent-and-child swim session at Foster Park, running Thursdays and Fridays from 7 to 8 PM from September 24 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to youth participants with a parent or...</description>
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      <title>16&#34; Softball League at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/16-softball-league-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-25-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. An adult 16-inch softball league at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, September 25 through November 13. Players register as a team. No additional details on...</description>
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      <title>Senior Mens Water Polo League at Sheridan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-mens-water-polo-league-at-sheridan-2026-09-25-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A water polo league for seniors meets on Friday evenings at Sheridan Park, running from September 25 to November 27, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. The program is instructional in format. Pricing is not...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-oriole-2026-09-25-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Oriole Park. Chair Exercise at Oriole Park meets Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, September 25 through December 11. The program offers seated or chair-supported exercise instruction designed for seniors. No...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/young-scientist-at-oriole-2026-09-25-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Oriole Park. Young Scientist at Oriole Park is a weekly Friday program for early childhood participants, running from September 25 to December 11, 2026. Each session meets from 12:00 to 12:45 PM and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Hayes</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class runs Fridays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM at Hayes Park, from September 25 through December 11, 2026. It skips October 30 and November 27. Designed as instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Simons</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. Open basketball at Simons Park for teens, running on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Fridays from 4:30 to 5:45 PM, from September 25 through December 11. No registration or fee is mentioned — just...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Eckhart</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-ii-low-impact-at-eckhart-2026-09-25-eckhart-bernard-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Eckhart Park, held Fridays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. The program runs from September 25 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Don Nash</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class tailored for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Fridays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, September 25 through December 11. The program skips October 30...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A low-impact water walking program designed for seniors at the Welles Park pool, running Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 25 through December 11, 2026. Participants walk through the water for...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A parent-child swim class at Eckhart Park for early childhood ages, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, with no class on October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ridge Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Ridge Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 26 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October 31 or...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Parent and Child Swim at Stanton Park runs Saturdays from September 26 through December 12, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. This open swim time is for youth with a parent or guardian, making it a...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Harris</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A parent-and-child swim session at Harris Park, open to youth and their guardians on Saturdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running September 26 through December 12. This is a straightforward open swim...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Ellis Park runs on Saturdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, starting September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28. This instructional...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Mann</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Tiny Tot Swim Level II is a Saturday morning swim instruction program for early childhood participants at Mann Park. Classes run from 11 AM to noon, September 26 through December 12, with no sessions...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park, meeting Mondays from 11 AM to 1 PM from September 28 through December 7, 2026. The program takes a break on Monday, October 26....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. ASM: Lifeguard Explorers at La Follette Park is an instructional program for young adults interested in lifeguarding skills. It meets on Mondays from 5:00 to 6:45 PM and Saturdays from noon to 2:00...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. ASM: Lifeguard Explorers is an instruction program for young adults at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, September 28 through December 16, 2026....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. ASM&#39;s Sports &amp; Recreation Leadership program at Chase (Salmon) Park is a multi-month instruction series for teens, running Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:30 PM, September 28 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A leadership program for teens at McKinley Park, focusing on sports and recreation skills through instruction and hands-on activities. The program runs Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A teen leadership program focused on sports and recreation, running Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:00 to 7:30 PM at Broadway Armory Park. The session spans September 29 through December 17,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A teen leadership program in sports and recreation at Kilbourn Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, running from September 29 through December 18, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. A teen sports and recreation leadership program at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM from September 29 through December 18, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Loyola Park. Windy City Hoops runs a basketball league for teens at Loyola Park, meeting Wednesdays through Fridays from 6 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 2 to 5 PM. The season spans September 30, 2026 through July...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A parent-and-tot swim class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon at Blackhawk Park. The session runs from October 1 through December 10, 2026, with no class on October 29 or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 5, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Basketball instruction for young adults at Sherwood Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 3 PM from October 5 through December 9. The program runs through the fall, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 5, 2026 at Oriole Park. A women&#39;s volleyball league runs on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 10:00 PM at Oriole Park, spanning October 5, 2026 through February 8, 2027. The program is a team-based league for adults, with no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Lincoln Belmont. A weekly drop-in LEGO and games session at the Lincoln Belmont branch, where kids ages 6 to 12 can build with bricks and other construction sets or play board games. Runs Wednesday afternoon, October...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Park No. 571. A twice-weekly boxing and strength program for adults at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM between October 7 and December 11, 2026. Note that the program...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Park No. 571. A recurring indoor rowing program for adults at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 to 11 AM, running from October 7 through December 11, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly volleyball league for adults at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:00 PM, October 7, 2026 through February 10, 2027 (with no games on October 28 and...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Open pickleball at McFetridge Sports Center, open to all ages on Thursday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Drop-in play, no registration needed—just bring your paddle.</description>
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      <title>CAPS Meeting Beat 2534</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at North Pulaski. A monthly CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) meeting for Beat 2534, offering Humboldt Park residents a chance to discuss public safety concerns directly with police and community partners....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A parent-tot open skate session at McFetridge Ice Rink on Thursday, October 8, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. Designed for early childhood, this is a low-key chance for little ones and their grown-ups to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Clearing. A free, drop-in laminating service at the Clearing library on the second Thursday of each month, this session runs from noon to 4 PM. Bring up to five documents to preserve; the library provides the...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at Sherman Park. A weekly drop-in program at Sherman Park on Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5 PM, offering games, crafts, and other activities for kids ages 6 to 13. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at South Chicago. A drop-in billiards session for teens at the South Chicago branch, where you can play pool with peers on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. No registration needed — just show up. For sign...</description>
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      <title>Gately Park Athletic Club (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Gately Park Athletic Club offers youth instruction on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, running from October 13, 2026 through July 15, 2027 at Gately Park in Pullman....</description>
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      <title>Consult DCASE October</title>
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      <category>Conference</category>
      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center. A free one-on-one consultation session at the Chicago Cultural Center for artists, cultural organizers, and small nonprofits looking for guidance on city resources, grant programs, and project...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Austin. A Medicare education session at the Austin branch on Wednesday, October 14, from 4 to 6 PM, aimed at seniors who are new to the program and want to understand their options. The workshop covers the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Independence. A drop-in arts program at the Independence branch, where kids ages 6 and up can create art, try a craft, and express themselves. It runs Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Call or email in...</description>
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      <title>Exhibition Tour: Guided Meditation, and Sound Bath</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Museum of Contemporary Photography. A guided meditation and sound bath set within the galleries of the Museum of Contemporary Photography, offering a different way to experience the current exhibition. The session runs from 6 to 8 PM...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A 90-minute narrated cruise aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady, covering the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. The tour departs from the Michigan Avenue dock on Friday, October 16, and offers views of the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Budlong Woods. A monthly book discussion at the Budlong Woods branch, meeting Saturday, October 17 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Participants share their reading and stay connected with others in a low-key, regular...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Field Museum. An evening gala at the Field Museum on Saturday, October 17, from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. No further details on programming or pricing are available.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Commercial Club Playground. Sessions run Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, starting October 17 through December 5, with breaks on...</description>
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      <title>Mike Ditka Lookalike Contest at Pippin’s Tavern</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Pippin&#39;s Tavern. A Mike Ditka lookalike contest at Pippin’s Tavern on Sunday, October 18. No details on time or entry cost — show up and see what happens.</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly painting class for youth at Eugene Field Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The program runs for eight sessions, from October 19 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A conditioning class for youth figure skaters, held at Morgan Park Sports Center on Monday evenings from 6:25 to 7:10 PM. The program runs from October 19 through December 7, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth soccer program for girls meets on Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Addams Park, running October 19 through December 14, 2026 (skipping Monday, November 23). The program focuses on instruction,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Open pickleball at Kosciuszko Park runs on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30 AM, from October 19 through December 18. This is open play for adults, with no instruction or...</description>
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      <title>Teen Crafts: Ghost or Jack-o-Lantern</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Dunning. Teen Crafts at the Dunning branch lets you pick between making a ghost or a jack-o-lantern to keep. The session runs Tuesday, October 20, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, and registration is required by 10:30...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A 30-minute parent-and-tot dance fitness class at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from October 20 through November 17, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Designed for early childhood ages, the class...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, running October 20 through December 10. The program skips four dates: October...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A beginner pickleball instruction program for adults at McFetridge Sports Center. Participants learn the basics of the sport in a structured setting, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, running...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Pioneer Court. Market Days sets up at Pioneer Court in Streeterville on Wednesday, October 21, bringing a seasonal outdoor market to the plaza. Shoppers can browse local vendors for fresh produce, prepared food,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly tap and ballet class for early childhood at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:55 PM, running October 21 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A hip-hop dance program for early childhood at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:55 PM. The session runs October 21 through December 9, with no class on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:15 to 3:55 PM from October 21 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A women&#39;s volleyball league runs Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, starting October 21, 2026 through March 10, 2027 (with a break on November 11, 2026). This is a...</description>
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      <title>Lecture in Photography and Book Signing with Leigh Raiford</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Ferguson Lecture Hall – 600 S. Michigan Ave.. A lecture and book signing with Leigh Raiford, taking place Thursday, October 22, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM in the Ferguson Lecture Hall at 600 S. Michigan Ave. No further details are available about the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly 40-minute tap and ballet class for early childhood at Pulaski Park, running Thursdays from October 22 through December 10, with no session on October 29 or November 26. The class meets from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A conditioning program for youth at Eckhart Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from October 22 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October 29 or November 26. The program focuses...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly sports conditioning program for youth at Addams (Jane) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from October 22 through December 17, 2026, with no session on November 26. The program...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. This is an advanced beginner pickleball class for youth, held at McFetridge Sports Center on Thursday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The program runs from October 22 through December 17, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Junior Detectives at McKiernan Playground</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. Junior Detectives is a Friday afternoon program at McKiernan Park in Mount Greenwood, running from October 23 through December 11 (skipping October 30 and November 27). It meets from 3:30 to 4:30 PM...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Museum of Contemporary Photography. A photography-themed parade organized by the Arts in the Dark group, assembling at the Museum of Contemporary Photography on Saturday evening, October 24, from 6 to 8 PM. The route and procession...</description>
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      <title>Soccer - Open at Revere</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. An open soccer session at Revere Park for teens, meeting on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 PM from October 26 through December 7. Drop-in format — no registration or ongoing commitment required.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A weekly adult tennis program at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM between October 27 and December 1. This is a partnership group, meaning it runs as a recurring session rather than a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Cardio Tennis is a fitness-focused tennis program for adults, combining tennis drills with cardiovascular exercise. The partnership group meets Tuesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at Smith (Joseph...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Revere</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Revere (Paul) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM. The program runs from October 27 through December 15.</description>
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      <title>Poetry Pop-up: What Is An Animal Poem?</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Field Museum. A drop-in poetry workshop at the Field Museum on Thursday, October 29, from 10 AM to noon. It asks participants to consider what makes a poem an animal poem, with no advance sign-up required. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Revere Park meets Thursday afternoons from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, running from October 29 through December 10, 2026, with a break on Thanksgiving. Open to seniors, this is a...</description>
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      <title>Sightseeing River &amp; Lake Cruise</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A narrated sightseeing cruise aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises, covering both the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. The trip departs on Friday, October 30.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Museum of Contemporary Photography. A panel discussion on the topic of performance to camera, hosted at the Museum of Contemporary Photography on Friday, October 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Cardio Tennis at Athletic Field Park pairs tennis drills with continuous movement to keep your heart rate up — think of it as a fitness class that happens to involve a racket. The program runs Friday...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Cardio Tennis runs Friday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at McGuane Park, October 30 through December 4, 2026. This adult partnership program blends tennis drills with heart-rate-raising cardio work,...</description>
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      <title>Chicago Premier Plus Dinner Cruise on the Chicago River</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A Chicago Premier Plus Dinner Cruise on the Chicago River, departing from City Cruises in Streeterville on Sunday, November 1. The evening includes a multi-course dinner, live entertainment, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A six-week tap and ballet partnership class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:25 PM at Seward Park in River North. The session runs November 2 through December 7, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Volleyball (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An introductory volleyball program for youth, meeting Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM from November 8 through December 20 at Gately Park. The sessions focus on instruction, making this a solid option...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Parent and Child Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A dedicated swim session for parents and children ages 6 and under at Mann Park on Wednesday, November 11, from 10:50 AM to 12:25 PM. The number of children allowed per adult may vary by location. A...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A dedicated swim session for adults 60 and older at Mann Park in Hegewisch, with the lane lanes open for whatever kind of time in the water suits you — working on strokes or simply floating. It takes...</description>
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      <title>Make Your Own Slime</title>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Jeffery Manor. Kids ages 6 to 13 can mix up their own batch of slime at Jeffery Manor on Thursday, November 12, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance, and a parent or...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot gymnastics session for early childhood ages, running Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square. The program meets November 12 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Chicago by Night River &amp; Lake Cruise</title>
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      <description>Friday, November 13, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A 90-minute evening cruise aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady, taking in the city&#39;s skyline and lit-up landmarks from the river and lake. Departs Friday, November 13; check the operator for exact boarding...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Serve &amp; Return Clinic at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A pickleball instruction clinic at McFetridge Sports Center, focused on the serve and return for adult players. The session runs Tuesday evening, November 17, from 7 to 8 PM. It&#39;s a single-night...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Wendella Tours &amp; Cruises. The Wendella Holiday Fireworks Cruise takes place Saturday, November 21, on the Wendella Tours &amp; Cruises vessel. The boat departs from the Magnificent Mile area for a holiday-themed evening on the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Chicago Water Taxi. The Chicago Water Taxi runs extended service on Saturday, November 21, for The Mag Mile Lights Festival, offering an alternative way to get to and from the festivities along the river. The schedule...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A five-week soccer program for early childhood participants at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, November 21 through December 19 (skipping December 5). The sessions focus on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A five-session flag football program for youth at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running November 21 through December 19 with no session on December 5. Instruction-based,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. An art camp at Indian Boundary Park runs Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Designed for youth, the program offers a structured creative activity during the school break.</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A drop-in camp for youth at The Park at NTA, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 4 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A girls volleyball tournament for teens takes over Mann (James) Park in Hegewisch on Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM each day.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at City Cruises. Premier Plus Architectural Brunch &amp; Lunch Cruises depart from City Cruises in Streeterville, offering narrated tours of the Chicago River&#39;s skyline and historic bridges. The Tuesday, December 1...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Avalon. Representatives from Hunger Free America set up at Avalon on Tuesday, December 1, from noon to 2 PM to help with WIC eligibility and SNAP benefit applications. Drop in anytime during those hours — no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Richard J. Daley Library (Bridgeport). A relaxed drop-in play session at the Richard J. Daley branch in Bridgeport, designed for little ones ages 0 to 5. On Wednesday, December 2, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, kids can grab a friend and spend...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, December 10, 2026 at Clearing. The Clearing branch opens its laminator to the public on the second Thursday of each month, so December 10 from noon to 4 PM is your chance to protect important documents without buying your own...</description>
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      <title>Weaving Workshop with Thương Hoài Trần</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/weaving-workshop-with-thương-hoài-trần-2026-12-11-chicago-cultural-center-chicago-rooms/</link>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms. A weaving workshop led by artist Thương Hoài Trần at the Chicago Cultural Center&#39;s Chicago Rooms on Friday, December 11, from noon to 2 PM.</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 4 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-4-at-harrison-gym-2026-12-14-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A week-long gymnastics camp for Level 4 girls at Harrison Gymnastics Center, running from Monday, December 14, through Saturday, December 19. The schedule varies: sessions meet Monday, Wednesday, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A social and instructional program for seniors at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, offering activities and games on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 12:00 to 1:30 PM during the week of...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-s-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-12-15-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics camp at Calumet Gymnastics Center for the Xcel S level, running from Tuesday, December 15 through Tuesday, December 22. Sessions take place Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-12-15-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics camp at McKinley Gymnastics Center, focused on USAG team training for youth participants. The camp runs Tuesdays through Fridays from December 15 to December 23, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A winter break camp for youth at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, running weekdays from December 21 through 31, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM. The schedule covers Mondays through Thursdays, with drop-off...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Winter Break Camp at Fuller Park runs weekdays from December 21 to 31, 2026, with sessions from 10 AM to 4 PM. This youth program offers structured activities for school-age kids during the holiday...</description>
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      <description> at Field Museum. The Field Museum opens its Members&#39; Holiday Lounge on Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM, offering a dedicated space for members to relax during a busy holiday week. Included with general admission.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Moore (Maurice) Park. Winter Break Camp at Moore Park runs weekdays (Mondays through Thursdays) from December 28, 2026, to January 7, 2027, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This is a youth camp program held at the Moore (Maurice) Park...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Winter Break Camp at Humboldt Park runs weekdays from December 28 through January 7, 2027, 10 AM to 4 PM, for youth participants. The camp offers structured activities during the school break....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Pottawattomie Park. A preschool instructional program meeting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:45 to 2:45 PM at Pottawattomie Park. The session runs from January 4 through March 12, 2027, excluding January 18...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Rowan (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Rowan Park on the east side, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM from January 4 through March 12, 2027 (excluding January 18 and February 15)....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Portage Park. Park Kids is an after-school drop-in recreation program for youth at Portage Park, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027. The program includes supervised activities...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Graver (Philip) Park. Park Kids is an afterschool recreation program at Graver (Philip) Park on the Southwest Side, running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM between January 4 and March 12, 2027. The program provides...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Tuley (Murray) Park. Park Kids at Tuley (Murray) Park is a weekday after-school program running from January 4 through March 19, 2027, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The program offers instruction...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Park Kids — Winter at Taylor is an after-school recreation program for youth, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Running from January 4 through March 19, 2027, it...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A structured after-school program at Cornell Square Park for youth, running weekdays from January 4 through March 19, 2027, with sessions from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program is closed on Martin Luther...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Homan Square Community Center Park. An after-school program for youth at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 4 through March 19, 2027 (excluding January 18 and February 15).</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at River Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at River Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between January 4 and March 19, 2027. The program offers instruction-based activities and takes a...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Riis (Jacob) Park. After-school programming at Riis Park in Belmont Cragin, running weekdays from early January through mid-March. Participants get instruction-based activities from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, with the program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Sherman (John) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreational program held at Sherman Park in the New City neighborhood, providing instruction and supervised activities for youth on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Park Kids at Wicker Park runs weekdays from January 4 through March 19, 2027, offering after-school programming for youth from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The program provides instruction and supervised...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation and instruction at Palmer (Potter) Park for youth during the winter season, running from January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program meets Mondays,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Fuller Park, offering supervised activities and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, running from Monday, January 4 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A supervised after-school program for youth at Commercial Club Playground in east village, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The session starts January 4 and continues through March 19, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Paschen (Christian) Park. This after-school program at Paschen Park runs on school days from January 4 through March 26, 2027, giving kids a structured afternoon option from 2:30 to 5:45 PM on Mondays through Fridays....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Park Kids at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center is an after-school recreation program for children age 5, meeting weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from January 4 through March 26, 2027,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a basketball league for teens at Lindblom Park, with sessions scheduled across multiple time slots through the week. From January 4 to July 17, 2027, the program meets Mondays...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Margate Park. A structured after-school recreation program at Margate Park, held weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, January 5 through March 19, 2027. The program is designed for youth, with instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a teen basketball league at Franklin Park in North Lawndale, with sessions on Wednesdays through Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, and Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM, plus additional...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, January 7, 2027 at Fernwood Park. Windy City Hoops runs a teen basketball league at Fernwood Park in Roseland, with sessions on Thursdays and Fridays from 5 to 8 PM (shifting to 4 to 8 PM at some point during the season) and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, January 8, 2027 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Windy City Hoops runs a basketball league for teens at Homan Square Community Center Park, with sessions on Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, and Saturdays...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, January 9, 2027 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a teen basketball league at Ellis Park, with drop-in-style play on Thursdays and Fridays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturdays from noon to 5 PM. The program runs from January 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, starting Monday, March 29 through Thursday, June 3, 2027. The program offers...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Maplewood Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Maplewood Park, meeting weekdays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, running Monday, March 29 through Friday, June 4, 2027 (no session on Memorial...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Park Kids at Lindblom Park is an after-school program for youth, running weekdays from Monday through Friday, 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program offers instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Kelly</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Park Kids returns to Kelly Park for its spring session, offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The program runs from March 29 through June 4, 2027, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session starts Monday, March 29 and ends Friday, June 4, 2027, with no...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Kilbourn Park. A preschool program at Kilbourn Park that meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on Memorial Day, May 31). Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A parent-participation early childhood program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, designed for young children and their caregivers. Sessions meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 1...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Euclid Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program held at Euclid Park, offering supervised instruction and activities for youth on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The spring session runs Monday, March...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Chgo Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A structured early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, running from March 29 to June 4, 2027 (with no session on May...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Gill Park meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 10, 2027 (closed Monday, May 31). It provides supervised instruction and activities for...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, offering supervised instruction for youth on weekday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM. The session runs Mondays through Fridays from...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Altgeld (John) Park. An afterschool program at Altgeld Park for youth, running weekdays from March 29 through June 10, 2027, 3:00 to 6:30 PM. It offers instruction-based activities, with no session on Monday, May 31. The...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Park Kids returns to Taylor Park for its spring session, running weekdays from March 29 through June 11, 2027 (excluding Monday, May 31). Held from 2:30 to 6:00 PM each afternoon, the program...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Paschen</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Paschen (Christian) Park. Park Kids at Paschen Park is an after-school recreation and instruction program for youth, running weekdays from 2:30 to 5:45 PM. It starts Monday, March 29 and runs through Friday, June 11, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Fosco Park, running weekdays from March 29 through June 11, 2027, with sessions from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program offers instruction-based activities;...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. A spring after-school program at Wentworth Gardens Park for youth, running weekdays from 2 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 11, 2027 (no session May 31). Kids take part in structured instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A structured after-school program at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between March 29 and June 11, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31....</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Spring at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at Shabbona Park. A weekly adult instruction program meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM at Shabbona Park, running from March 30 through June 1, 2027. The &#34;Leisure Ed&#34; label suggests a low-key, skill-building class...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, April 5, 2027 at Austin Town Hall Park. Park Kids offers supervised afternoon recreation and instruction for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, April 5 through June 4, 2027. The...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Harrison (Carter) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August 24 through Friday, December 18. The program provides...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Youth Ballet at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ballet instruction program meeting Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:00 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center, running August 26 through October 7, 2026. Designed for young dancers, this class focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Baseball at Addams</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A parent-and-tot baseball program at Addams (Jane) Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM between August 29 and October 17. Designed as an instructional activity for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Power Yoga at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly power yoga class for adults at Dvorak Park, meeting Tuesdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The class does not meet on Tuesday, October 27. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Peterson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park, meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 10 AM to noon. The session runs from September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Girls Tiny Tot Cheerleading at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A ten-session cheerleading instruction program for early childhood participants, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM at Wentworth Park. The program runs from September 10 through November 19,...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A 30-minute abs and core workout for adults at Athletic Field Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Open pickleball at Sheridan Park runs Friday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is an adult open-play session, not a class or league — just show up...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A youth basketball program at Kennicott Park for early childhood participants, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, September 12 through December 5. The focus is on instruction rather than...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly flag football skills program for teens at Taylor-Lauridsen Park in New City, running Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The session starts September 12 and continues through December 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. Open volleyball at Senn Park runs on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 PM, starting September 14 through November 18. The program is open to teens, with a few dates off — October 12, 26, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Open basketball at Taylor-Lauridsen Park runs Monday mornings from 10 AM to noon, September 14 through December 7, with no session on October 12. The program is open to adults and requires no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly badminton instruction program for youth at Dvorak (Anton) Park on the Lower West Side. The class meets Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Smith</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly open basketball session for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A parent-and-child drop-in program at the Commercial Club Playground of Chicago, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:45 AM, running from September 15 through December 8, 2026. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A conditioning class for adults at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM between September 15 and December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27, 29, or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly abs and core conditioning class for adults at Fosco Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 16 through December 9. The class skips Wednesday, November 11. It&#39;s a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. The Special Olympics Sports League offers weekly sports instruction for adults at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM between September 17 and December 10, 2026. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A Special Olympics sports league for adults meets at Bessemer Park on Thursdays from 9 AM to 3 PM, running September 17 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November 26. The...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts (Deaf &amp; HOH - Blind/VI) at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Horner Park is a weekly program designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults, as well as adults who are blind or have visual impairments. Participants work on instruction-led craft...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Tiny Tot Tumbling offers a weekly tumbling session for early childhood at Schreiber Park. The program runs Mondays from 11:15 AM to noon, September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Fosco (Peter) Park, running Monday through Friday from September 21 to December 11, with varied times: 5 to 6 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; 5 to 7 PM...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. Parent and child swim sessions at Independence Park run multiple times a week from September 21 through December 12, 2026. The schedule offers weekday lunchtime slots from 12 to 1 PM, plus Monday...</description>
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      <description> at Fosco (Peter) Park. A twelve-session swim instruction program for early childhood at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026. The schedule skips October 27 and...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Ridge Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Ridge Park in Beverly, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. Instruction-based format with no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program designed for seniors, meeting at Shabbona Park on Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM. The session runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <title>ASM: Sports &amp; Recreation Leadership at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A teen sports and recreation leadership program at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM, September 29 through December 17, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at North Austin. A low-key drop-in session for kids ages 6 to 13 at the North Austin branch on Friday, October 23, from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Participants can use their imagination on different building challenges or play...</description>
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      <title>Make a Sensory Bottle</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 9, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A workshop for young children and their caregivers at the Garfield Ridge branch of the Chicago Public Library. Participants assemble a sensory bottle from a clear plastic bottle, water, soap,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Adaptive Dance at McFetridge Sports Center offers a youth dance instruction session on Saturday, November 14, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. This program is designed for young participants and runs as a...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Sherman Park, running Monday through Wednesday, December 21 to 23, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. Registration covers the three-day program.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Park Kids runs as an after-school program at Dvorak Park on weekdays from January 4 through March 19, 2027, 2:30 to 6:00 PM. It does not meet on Monday, January 18, or Monday, February 15. The...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Passing League at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. The Junior Bear Passing League at Ogden Park runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 7 PM and Saturdays from 8 AM to noon, starting July 28 and continuing through November 6. The program offers youth...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. A youth football instruction program at Willye B. White Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 5 PM, July 28 through November 13. The program is open...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 17, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A senior social club meeting at Merrimac Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 AM to 1 PM, running from August 17 through December 23, 2026. The group does not meet on September 7, October 12, or...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Tot 4 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating class for early childhood ages at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 4:45 to 5:15 PM, running August 24 through October 12, 2026 (no session on September 7). The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week ice skating workshop for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, focused on spins and jumps. The sessions run on Mondays from 5:45 to 6:15 PM, from August 24 through October 12, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 5 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from August 24 to October 12, 2026, from 6:50 to 7:30 PM. This is an instructional program open to all ages, though...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Kidz Connect at Addams Park is an after-school drop-in program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between August 24 and October 16, 2026. The program offers instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly soccer program for early childhood participants at Wicker Park, meeting Mondays from 6:45 to 7:30 PM from August 24 through October 26, 2026 — skipping September 7. This is a partnership-led...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The program runs from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly youth dance and acrobatics class at McFetridge Sports Center, running Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, August 24 through December 14. The program skips September 7 and November 23....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly acrobatics and dance class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM. The session runs from August 24 through December 14, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A youth conditioning program at Hamilton Park in Englewood, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM from August 24 through December 14, with no sessions on September 7 or October 12. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Park Kids at Blackhawk Park in Belmont Cragin is an after-school instruction program for youth, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from August 24 through December 18, 2026 (no program on September...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Rowan Park on the east side, providing supervised recreation and instruction for youth. The program runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, August...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Paschen (Christian) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 5:45 PM at Paschen (Christian) Park. The fall session runs from August 24 through December 18, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Haines School</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Haines School Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth, meeting weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM at Haines School Park in Chinatown. The fall session runs from Monday, August 24 through Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Park Kids at Wolfe Park runs weekday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM, starting August 24 through December 18, 2026. This supervised youth program offers instruction-based activities for school-age kids...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Sherman Park, offering supervised activities and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, running August 24 through December 18,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. An after-school program for youth at Abbott Park in Roseland, meeting weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, running from Monday, August 24 through Friday, December 18. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Ada</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, with supervised instruction on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The fall session runs August 24 through December 18, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Holstein Park. Park Kids at Holstein Park is an after-school recreation program for youth, running weekdays from Monday, August 24 through Friday, December 18, 2026. The schedule varies: 3:30 to 6:00 PM on Mondays,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Park Kids provides after-school recreation and instruction for youth at Gately Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 7:00 PM. The fall session runs from August 24 through December 18, with no program...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Carver</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Carver Park for youth, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. The fall session runs August 24 through December 18, 2026, with no programming on September 7,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Durkin</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Durkin (Martin) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Durkin Park in Ashburn, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 24, 2026. The program provides supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Brainerd Park runs a fall after-school program for youth, meeting four days a week from August 24 to December 24. Kids gather Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, and on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Fernwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Fernwood Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 24. The program offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Sherwood (Jesse) Park, running Monday through Thursday from 3 to 6 PM and Fridays from 2 to 6 PM, August 24 through December 24. The program...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A weekday after-school program at Nichols Park in Hyde Park, running Monday through Friday from 3:15 to 6:30 PM, August 24 through December 24. The program provides instruction for youth, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Oakdale</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Oakdale Park. Park Kids at Oakdale Park is an after-school activity package for youth that runs weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM, starting August 24, 2026 and continuing through May 28, 2027. The program meets at the...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Jackie Robinson</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. Park Kids at Jackie Robinson Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The program spans the school year, starting Monday, August 24, 2026, through Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at The Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-08-24-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Park Kids runs as an after-school activity package at The Park at NTA, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. The program is open to youth and spans the school year from August 24, 2026 to June 4,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Brands</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Brands Park. Park Kids at Brands Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running Mondays through Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans August 24, 2026 to June 10, 2027, offering a consistent...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Haines School</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Haines School Park. Park Kids is a school-year recreation program at Haines School Park in Chinatown, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, August 24, 2026 through June 10, 2027. Designed for youth, the program offers...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Park Kids is a school-year recreation program at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program starts Monday, August 24, 2026 and continues through Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A supervised after-school program at Skinner Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:45 to 6:15 PM throughout the school year. The program spans from August 24, 2026 to June 10, 2027, and is offered...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at White (EH)</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. Park Kids at White (Edward H.) Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans from Monday, August 24, 2026, through Thursday, June 10,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A school-year after-school program at Hayes Park in Ashburn, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The activity package is designed for youth, spanning August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Avalon Park. Park Kids at Avalon Park is an after-school recreation program for youth, running weekdays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027, covering the fall,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Paschen</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Paschen (Christian) Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Paschen Park in Rogers Park, running weekdays from 2:30 to 5:45 PM. The schedule covers the full school year, from August 24, 2026, through June 11,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Euclid</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Euclid Park. Park Kids at Euclid Park is an afterschool activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027, covering the fall, winter, and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Park Kids at Sherwood (Jesse) Park runs as an after-school program for youth throughout the school year, from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. The schedule varies by day: Mondays through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Ada</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. A structured after-school program at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027, covering fall, winter, and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Graver</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity package at Graver (Philip) Park in Beverly, running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM. The program begins August 24, 2026 and continues through June 11, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Park Kids at Jackson Fieldhouse is an after-school activity package for youth, running Mondays through Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027, covering...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. Park Kids at Abbott Park is an after-school activity program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans from Monday, August 24, 2026, through Friday, June 11, 2027, offering...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity program at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The session spans from August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027, and is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. Park Kids at Dawes Park is an after-school activity program for youth, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from Monday, August 24, 2026, through Friday, June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Park Kids at Fernwood Park is an after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM through the fall, winter, and spring — August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. The program does...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Park Kids at Nichols Park is a school-year recreation program for youth, running weekdays from 3:15 to 6:30 PM. The session spans Monday, August 24, 2026 through Friday, June 11, 2027, offering...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A before- and after-school recreation program for youth at Palmer Park, running Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3 to 6 PM, with a 1:30 PM start on Wednesdays. The program covers the...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Chase</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A school-year after-school program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM starting August 24, 2026 through June 18, 2027. Designed for youth, the activity package...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly track program for youth at Gately Park, focusing on sprinting and relay techniques through structured instruction. Sessions meet Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running from August 25...</description>
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      <title>Baseball - Level 2 at Addams</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth baseball instruction program meeting Tuesdays from August 25 to October 13, 2026, at Addams (Jane) Park, with sessions running 6:00 to 6:45 PM. Designed for skill-building at the Level 2...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Russell Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. Inner City Flag Football offers boys a structured instructional program at Russell (Martin) Square Park, with practices and games held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Wolfe Park on the east side, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from August 25 through November 19. The focus is instruction, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Basketball instruction for teens at Bessemer Park, running Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM from August 25 through December 8. The program focuses on skill development and court fundamentals in a...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ballet class meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 25 through December 15, 2026, with no session on November 24. This is an instructional program...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Jazz - Youth 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth jazz dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 25 through December 15, 2026 (no session on November 24). The program provides instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Teen/Preteen 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A ballet instruction class for teens and preteens at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM, running from August 25 through December 15, 2026 (no class on November 24). Designed...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Snowplow Sam 3 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-3-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating class for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays at noon for 30 minutes from August 26 through October 14. The Snowplow Sam 3 level focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Youth Yoga at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Youth yoga at McFetridge Sports Center meets Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running August 26 through October 14. The instruction-based program is designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Basic 5 - 6 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating class at Morgan Park Sports Center, focusing on Basic 5 and 6 skills. The session runs on Wednesdays from August 26 to October 14, meeting from 5:50 to 6:35 PM. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 5 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly 40-minute freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from August 26 to October 14, from 6:50 to 7:30 PM. This is an open-format ice time for skaters of all...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 4 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for skaters working on jumps, spins, and other technical elements. The program runs Wednesdays from August 26 to October...</description>
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      <title>Track and Field 200 at Addams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth track and field instructional program at Addams Park, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM between August 26 and October 14, 2026. Designed for young athletes looking to build...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Ice Dance at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice dance instruction session at Morgan Park Sports Center, held Wednesday evenings from 7:05 to 7:35 PM, running from August 26 through October 14, 2026. The program is open to all ages and...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Registered Freestyle Ice at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-registered-freestyle-ice-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Registered freestyle ice sessions at Morgan Park Sports Center, open to all ages for practicing routines, jumps, and spins. Skaters can use the ice from 7:35 to 8:35 PM on Wednesday evenings, running...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 1 - 2 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-freestyle-1-2-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A structured ice skating program at McFetridge Sports Center, combining instruction with practice time in a 40-minute Wednesday evening session. Runs from August 26 through October 14, 2026, meeting...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Musical Theater - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-musical-theater-youth-1-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly dance and musical theater instruction program for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from August 26 through December 16, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Youth 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ballet class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 26 through December 16, 2026 (no class November 25). The program provides structured ballet...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Haines School Park. A line dance instruction program for adults at Haines School Park, meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, running August 26 through December 18, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Acrobatics - Youth 2 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-acrobatics-youth-2-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly acrobatics and dance class for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, running Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, August 26 through December 23, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11 or...</description>
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      <title>Tai Chi - Qi Gong at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A seven-week tai chi and qi gong program for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. The sessions run from August 27 through October 8, 2026, and focus on...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Tot 2 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A seven-week ballet class for early childhood dancers at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM between August 27 and October 8. The session focuses on basic ballet...</description>
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      <title>Adult Learn to Play Hockey at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Adult Learn to Play Hockey at McFetridge Sports Center is an instructional program for adults who want to get on the ice and learn the basics of the game. Sessions run on Thursdays from August 27 to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Girls pom pom practice meets at Addams Park on Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running August 27 through October 15. The program offers instruction for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Track and Field 101 at Addams</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly track-and-field instruction program for youth at Addams Park, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, August 27 through October 15. Designed to teach basic skills in a structured but low-key...</description>
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      <title>Boys Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A boys&#39; gymnastics program at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, running August 27 through October 15, 2026. The class focuses on instruction for early childhood ages.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An eight-session pole vault instruction program for teens at Gately Park, meeting Thursdays from August 27 through October 15, 5:00 to 6:15 PM. Participants learn the fundamentals of the event under...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A youth instruction program at Sherwood (Jesse) Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from August 27 through December 24, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly tumbling program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, focusing on intermediate cheer skills. Sessions run Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, from August 28 through October 16. Registration is...</description>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Gately Park, running on Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM from August 28 through October 16, 2026 (skipping September 4). Designed for skill-building and learning...</description>
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      <description> at McFetridge Sports Center. An eight-week adult tap dance class for beginners at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, August 28 through October 16. The class focuses on instruction in tap fundamentals...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating- Off Ice Jump Class at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An off-ice jump class for youth skaters at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 8:15 to 8:45 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026. The session does not meet on September 5....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Freestyle ice skating practice for skaters at level Freestyle 3 and above, held Saturday mornings from 9:35 to 10:15 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs from August 29 through October...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Freestyle 1 - 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instruction session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Saturdays from 8:55 to 9:35 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026, with no session on September 5. Open to all ages....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A parent-child play program at Addams Park for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from August 29 through October 17, 2026, with instruction focused on...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Aspire Freeskate at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ice skating program focused on freeskate skills, held at Morgan Park Sports Center on Saturday mornings from 9:10 to 9:55 AM. The session runs from August 29 through October 17, 2026, and is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A parent-toddler soccer program at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running August 29 through October 17, 2026, with no session on September 5. Designed for early childhood, the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating class for early childhood participants at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 10:05 to 10:35 AM. The session runs from August 29 to October 17, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A structured skating class for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center. Snowplow Sam 3-4 meets on Saturdays from August 29 to October 17, 2026, with 30-minute sessions at 11:10 AM. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth dance and acrobatics class at McFetridge Sports Center, running Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, August 29 through December 19 (no session on November 28). The program focuses on instruction for...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session ice skating class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM between August 30 and October 18. The course covers Basic 6 skills, building on earlier...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-3-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-30-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly ice skating class for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Sundays from 1:45 to 2:15 PM between August 30 and October 18. Snowplow Sam 3 is a beginning-level...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Basic Edge Class at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-basic-edge-class-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-30-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-session ice skating class for youth, focusing on basic edge work. The program meets on Sundays from 1:45 to 2:15 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from August 30 through October 18,...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-4-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-30-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A series of eight Sunday-afternoon ice skating lessons for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from August 30 to October 18. Each session meets from 1:45 to 2:15 PM. This is...</description>
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      <title>Jr Frogs ADM/Intro to Hockey Horned Frogs at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/jr-frogs-admintro-to-hockey-horned-frogs-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-30-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth hockey instruction program at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Sunday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM from August 30 through December 20, 2026, with no sessions on September 6 and November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baby-gym-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-31-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Baby Gym at Morgan Park Sports Center is an open play session for early childhood, meeting Monday mornings from 8:00 to 8:30 AM. The program runs from August 31 through October 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel S at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-s-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-08-31-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel S program at Avondale Gymnastics Center meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM, running from August 31 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 8+ at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-8-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A competitive boys&#39; gymnastics program for Level 8 and above, running Monday through Friday from August 31 to December 11, 2026, at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Practice times are 5 to 9 PM on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Fosco (Peter) Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7, October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at LeClaire-Hearst Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program provides supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Tilton Park that runs weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, August 31 through December 18. Designed for youth, it offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. A fall after-school program at Wentworth Gardens Park, running weekdays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18. Excluded dates include September 7, October 12, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Washtenaw</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. Park Kids offers after-school instruction and activities for youth at Washtenaw Park in Little Village. The program runs weekdays from 3:00 to 5:45 PM, Monday through Friday, from August 31 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Stanton Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, August 31 through December 18. The program provides supervised instruction and activities, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Park Kids at Cornell Square Park runs weekday afternoons from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, starting August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program provides supervised recreational instruction for youth, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Portage Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Portage Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 24. The program does not meet on September 7, October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Fieldhouse. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Brighton Park Community Campus Fieldhouse, with supervised instruction and activities. It meets weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running August 31 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A weekday after-school program for youth at Douglass Park, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 3 to 6 PM. The program runs from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Contact the park for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Park Kids at Lake Shore Park is an after-school activity program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program meets Monday through Friday from August 31, 2026, through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Fieldhouse. Park Kids runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Brighton Park Community Campus Fieldhouse, offering an activity package for youth. The program spans from August 31, 2026, through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Park Kids at Kelly Park is an after-school activity package for youth, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The program runs from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A school-year recreational program at Williams Park for youth, running weekdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Park Kids at Stanton Park is an after-school activity program for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The program spans the school year, from August 31, 2026, through June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Park Kids at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center is an after-school activity package for youth ages 6 to 12, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM. The program spans the school year, from August 31, 2026...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Park Kids is a structured after-school program for 5-year-olds held weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The registration covers the full school-year span from August...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Baby Gym at Morgan Park Sports Center is a weekly open-play session for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 9:00 to 9:30 AM, September 1 through October 20. No registration or fee is listed — drop...</description>
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      <title>Walk/Run (ASMG) - Open at Gately</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A daily open walk/run session at Gately Park, running from 7:00 to 9:00 AM every day from September 1 through October 25, 2026, excluding Monday, September 7. The program is for adults and requires...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 3 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-3-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-01-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics training program for girls at Level 3, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 3:45 to 6:00 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session begins September 1 and ends December 11, with no...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 3 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-3-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-01-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; USAG team gymnastics program at Level 3, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 1 through December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel S at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-s-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-01-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center for participants in the Xcel S division, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:15 PM from September 1 through December 11....</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Merrimac</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-league-at-merrimac-2026-09-01-merrimac-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A recreational adult basketball league at Merrimac Park, running for 16 Tuesday evenings from September 1 through December 15, 2026. Games take place between 6:00 and 10:00 PM. Team registration is...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-at-gompers-2026-09-01-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Gompers Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, September 1 through December 24, 2026. The program does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Ice Hockey League - U-10 Squirt at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-hockey-league-u-10-squirt-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-01-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth ice hockey league for U-10 players at McFetridge Sports Center, running from September 1, 2026, through March 12, 2027. Practices and games are scheduled Sundays at 9:10 AM, Tuesdays at 6:10...</description>
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      <title>Badminton - Open at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/badminton-open-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-02-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Open badminton at Pottawattomie Park, held Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 2 through December 11. This adult open-play session skips Wednesday, November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel S at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-s-at-broadway-gym-2026-09-02-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A competitive gymnastics program for youth at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM and Saturdays from 1:45 to 4:45 PM, September 2 through December...</description>
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      <title>Leadership Camp at Smith Playlot</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leadership-camp-at-smith-playlot-2026-09-02-smith-wendell-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. An afterschool leadership camp for teens at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland, running weekdays from 3 to 5 PM between September 2 and December 24, 2026. The program skips Labor Day, Indigenous...</description>
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      <title>Girls Soccer - 5 on 5 League at Hiawatha</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-soccer-5-on-5-league-at-hiawatha-2026-09-05-hiawatha-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A 5-on-5 girls soccer league at Hiawatha Park, running Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM between September 5 and October 24. Designed for early childhood participants, this individual-registration league is...</description>
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      <title>Soccer - 5 on 5 League at Hiawatha</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-5-on-5-league-at-hiawatha-2026-09-05-hiawatha-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A 5-on-5 youth soccer league at Hiawatha Park, running Saturdays from September 5 to October 24, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. Players register individually for the season.</description>
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      <title>Nature Fun at McKiernan Playground</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/nature-fun-at-mckiernan-playground-2026-09-08-mckiernan-david-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A nature-themed outdoor program for early childhood at McKiernan (David) Park in Mount Greenwood, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through October 13, 2026. Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Chippewa</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/walking-club-at-chippewa-2026-09-08-chippewa-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A walking club meeting at Chippewa Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 8 through October 15. Open to adults, no registration details provided.</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Kedvale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/little-artists-at-kedvale-2026-09-08-kedvale-park/</link>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kedvale Park. A youth art program at Kedvale Park that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM, running from September 8 through October 15. The description lists it as instruction for youth, though no...</description>
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      <title>Track &amp; Field at Dunham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/track-field-at-dunham-2026-09-08-dunham-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. Youth track and field instruction runs Tuesday afternoons at Dunham Park from September 8 through October 20, from 4:45 to 5:45 PM. The program is designed for youth and focuses on running, jumping,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning Partnership at Berger</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-partnership-at-berger-2026-09-08-berger-albert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly conditioning partnership program for adults at Berger Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:15 PM from September 8 through October 27. The session runs for eight weeks; no further details on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Midway Plaisance</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-midway-plaisance-2026-09-08-midway-plaisance-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Midway Plaisance Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Midway Plaisance Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 8 through October 29. The activity type...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Gross</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gross (Theodore) Park. A twice-weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Gross Park in Lincoln Square, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through October 29. The activity is focused...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Midway Plaisance</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Midway Plaisance Ice Rink. Seasonal Sports runs early childhood instruction at Midway Plaisance Ice Rink in Hyde Park. The program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through October 29.</description>
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      <title>Soccer - Open at Rogers</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rogers (Phillip) Park. Soccer open play at Rogers Park takes over the field Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:45 PM, running September 8 through October 29. This is a drop-in program for youth — no structured...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gross (Theodore) Park. A youth basketball program at Gross Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through October 29. The activity is structured as instruction, so participants can expect to...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A youth flag football program for boys, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. The season runs from September 8 through November 3, with instruction-focused sessions...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from 10:15 AM to 2 PM, running from September 8 through November 7. The...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A drop-in pickleball program for adults at Athletic Field Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running from September 8 through November 19. No registration or fee...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kickball-at-lawler-2026-09-08-lawler-michael-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lawler (Michael) Park. Kickball instruction for youth at Lawler Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through November 19.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth flag football program at Wentworth Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through November 19, 2026. Instruction-based, with no sessions on October 27 and 29....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, designed for young children to build foundational skills through guided activities. The program runs...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth sports instruction program at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 8 through November 19. Designed for kids, this club...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. A low-impact aerobics class for adults at Murray Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM. Runs from September 8 through November 19. Instruction-based format.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. The Senior Citizens Club meets at Washtenaw Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running from September 8 through November 24, 2026. The program is open to seniors.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. The Junior Bear Football program at Taylor Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, September 8 through November 24. This is a youth instructional...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A chair exercise class for seniors at Douglass Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM from September 8 through December 1, 2026. The class does not meet on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Park. An open men&#39;s basketball session at Avondale Park, running Tuesdays from September 8 through December 1, 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Designed for adults, this is a drop-in format — no registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Park No. 571. A weekly outdoor yoga session for adults at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM from September 8 through December 1. The class is instruction-led, with no additional...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. An open pickleball session for adults at Grand Crossing Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 1, 2026. The program takes a break on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Cornell Square Park, running Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 1.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Team Gymnastics at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs as an instruction program for youth, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 2, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Douglass Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, running from September 8 through December 3, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Simons</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. Tot Spot at Simons Park is an early childhood program that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 8 through December 3, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving (November 26).</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-at-douglass-2026-09-08-douglass-anna-and-frederick-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 8 through December 3, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A preschool instructional program at Humboldt Park running Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 4. The program is for early childhood participants and does not...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Hamilton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Open basketball for adults at Hamilton Park in Englewood, running weekdays from noon to 2 PM, September 8 through December 4. The program does not meet on October 12, November 11, or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at McKiernan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A parent-and-toddler drop-in program at McKiernan Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session is designed for early childhood and...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Brooks</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-brooks-2026-09-08-brooks-oscar-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot drop-in at Brooks Park on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, running from September 8 through December 8. The program is instruction-based and designed for early...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-bell-2026-09-08-bell-george-jr-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program at Bell Park for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 AM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction-based activities designed for moms,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly nature‑themed program for early childhood at Field (Eugene) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The sessions are instruction‑based, with...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Dunham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-dunham-2026-09-08-dunham-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A weekly sports instruction program for early childhood participants at Dunham Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8. The schedule excludes October 27 and November...</description>
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      <title>Color Theory at Ken-Well</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A weekly adult instruction series on color theory at Ken-Well Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 3 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program skips Tuesday, November 3. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Vittum Park offers early childhood instruction for little ones and their grown-ups. The program runs on Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Mixed Media Arts at Independence</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly mixed-media art program for youth at Independence Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Participants explore different materials and techniques...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-08-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics skills class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Calumet Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-calumet-gym-2026-09-08-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 gymnastics class for girls, held Tuesday afternoons from 4:45 to 5:45 PM at Calumet Gymnastics Center. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, skipping November 3 and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. Floor Hockey at Wilson (Frank J.) Park runs Tuesday afternoons from 4:45 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on September 29, October 27, November 10, or November 24. This...</description>
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      <title>Girls Pom Poms at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A youth pom poms instruction program at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The activity is open to youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A girls floor hockey program for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM at Mount Greenwood Park. Runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. This is an instructional program — a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A weekly Tuesday program at Wentworth Park that combines art and dart activities for early childhood participants, running from September 8 to December 8, 2026. Sessions meet from 5:15 to 6:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Basketball open play at Riis Park on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is open to teens and does not require advance registration.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brands Park. Pre-Teen Club at Brands Park meets Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 8. Open to youth, the program offers a regular weekly gathering for pre-teens in the Avondale...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. Open volleyball at Jensen Park runs Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. The session is open play for teens — no organized teams or instruction, just a court and a net if...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Kelvyn Park in Hermosa, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 8 through December 8. Registration covers the full session.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. Animal Explorers is a weekly youth program at Wilson Park where kids learn about animals through hands-on instruction. The series runs Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, starting September 8 through...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-citizens-club-at-hale-2026-09-08-hale-nathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Hale (Nathan) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM from September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A weekly table games program for homeschooled youth at Jefferson Memorial Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. The open format lets participants choose from...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/jewelry-at-scottsdale-2026-09-08-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly jewelry-making program for youth at Scottsdale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth that meets Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Mozart (Amadeus) Park in Logan Square. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-08-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics program at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The session is for youth participants and does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Park No. 571. Circuit training for adults meets Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, running September 8 through December 8. The class offers structured instruction in a small park...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-haas-2026-09-08-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM, September 8 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A strength and conditioning class for seniors at Warren (Laurence) Park, led by an instructor. The program runs on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Womens Crocheting at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/womens-crocheting-at-ridge-2026-09-08-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly crocheting group for seniors meets at Ridge Park on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, running from September 8 through December 8. The program skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A recurring open-play pickleball session at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Tuesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. This is an adult-oriented drop-in program,...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/line-dance-at-avalon-2026-09-08-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A weekly line dance instruction program for adults at Avalon Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing or registration details...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Broadway Armory Park, running Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, September 8 through December 8. The session skips Tuesday, October 27. Instruction-based format for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at White (Willye B.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-white-willye-b-2026-09-08-white-willye-b-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. Open basketball at Willye B. White Park runs on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026 (skipping October 27). Open to adults, no registration needed beyond showing up.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Palmer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-citizens-club-at-palmer-2026-09-08-palmer-potter-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A weekly senior club meeting at Palmer Park on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program offers a regular social and activity gathering for older...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/woodcraft-at-lincoln-2026-09-08-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Woodcraft at Lincoln Park Cultural Center offers adult-level instruction in woodworking, meeting Tuesdays from 1 to 4 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Maggie Daley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tone-stretch-balance-at-maggie-daley-2026-09-08-maggie-daley-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly tone, stretch, and balance class designed for seniors, held at Maggie Daley Park. The instruction runs Tuesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-ridge-2026-09-08-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A 14-week early childhood sports program at Ridge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM between September 8 and December 8. There are no sessions on October 27 and November 24. The program...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Emmerson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-emmerson-2026-09-08-emmerson-louis-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A weekly drop-in program for adults at Emmerson Park, running Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session offers instruction-based activities, though the...</description>
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      <title>NERF Sports at Wicker</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/nerf-sports-at-wicker-2026-09-08-wicker-charles-joel-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly NERF sports program for young children at Wicker Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Jesse White</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. A weekly food-themed instructional program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 2 to 3 PM at Jesse White Park in River North. The series runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Wrightwood</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly early childhood program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27, November 3, or November...</description>
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      <title>Hatha Yoga at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly Hatha yoga class for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The class is instructional in format. No...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ballet-beginner-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-08-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A beginner ballet class for early childhood meets at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens on Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The program focuses on basic instruction...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Hamlin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-hamlin-2026-09-08-hamlin-hannibal-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly soccer program for early childhood participants at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, and is focused...</description>
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      <title>NERF Soccer at Gill</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. NERF Soccer at Gill Park is a weekly indoor soccer program for early childhood participants, using softer NERF balls for a gentler introduction to the sport. The class meets on Tuesdays from 2:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts session for youth at Warren (Laurence) Park, held Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM from September 8 through December 8. No session on October 27 or November 24. Designed...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly drop-in recreation program at Mann Park in Hegewisch, offering instruction-based games and activities for all ages. It runs on Tuesdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 8 and...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Little Artists at Palmer (Potter) Park in Roseland is a weekly drop-in program for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Gage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly drop-in activity series at Gage Park for youth, offering instruction-based games and activities. The program meets Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM, running from September 8 through December 8,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth basketball instruction program for kids, held Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Ridge Park. The session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly recreational tumbling class for youth at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Wolfe</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-wolfe-2026-09-08-wolfe-richard-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. A weekly after-school sports instruction program for youth at Wolfe Park, running Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The session spans September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. No session on October 27. Registration cost...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-gill-2026-09-08-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Gill Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. The session runs September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Cross country training for youth meets Tuesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at Pottawattomie Park in Rogers Park, running September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction for young runners.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program focuses on instruction in hip-hop technique. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Loyola Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction-based format, open to young participants.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly sports instruction program for youth at Stanton Park in River North, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The description notes it as...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Margate</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-skills-at-margate-2026-09-08-margate-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Margate Park in Uptown, running Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program skips October 27 and November 24. Registration is required.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts program at Pulaski Park for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. The session does not meet on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Language Discovery at Washington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/language-discovery-at-washington-2026-09-08-washington-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly language instruction program for young adults at Washington Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing information is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth basketball program at Ridge Park in Beverly, offering instruction on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 8 through December 8. The program does not meet on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haines School Park. A youth badminton instruction program at Haines School Park, running Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Open to youth participants. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Eckhart Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program skips the weeks of October 27 and...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, September 8 through December 8 (no session on October 27). The schedule and age range point toward...</description>
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      <title>Cooking Academy at Kennicott</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cooking-academy-at-kennicott-2026-09-08-kennicott-jonathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A weekly cooking class for youth at Kennicott Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 8 through December 8. The program provides instruction in cooking skills. No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Washtenaw</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. A youth sports instruction program at Washtenaw Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for kids, with coaching focused on basic skills and...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Seasonal Sports at Palmer Park runs Tuesday afternoons from 5 to 6 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program provides youth sports instruction at the Roseland park. Registration is required;...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at White (Willye B.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. A weekly sports club for youth, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Willye B. White Park in Rogers Park. The program runs from September 8 to December 8, 2026, and focuses on instruction....</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Teen Club at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center meets Tuesdays from 5 to 7 PM, running September 8 through December 8 (skipping October 27). The program is open to teens — an unstructured weekly hangout...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Skinner Park, running Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. Instruction is the focus. Note that sessions are canceled on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at White (Edward H.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. Open basketball for adults at Edward H. White Park runs Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. Drop in for pickup games — no registration needed beyond showing up.</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Smith</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly conditioning class for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Badminton - Open at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly open badminton session for adults at Dvorak Park, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. No play on October 27. Drop-in format, no registration or...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Dvorak Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on October 27....</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Trebes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-trebes-2026-09-08-trebes-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A weekly youth basketball instruction program at Trebes Park, held on Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for young players, this recurring session...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Portage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-skills-at-portage-2026-09-08-portage-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Portage Park. A boxing instruction program for youth at Portage Park, running from September 8 through December 12, 2026. Sessions take place Mondays through Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, plus...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Haas</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Drop-in pickleball at Haas Park for seniors, running Tuesdays from noon to 2:30 PM, September 8 through December 8 (no session October 27 or November 24). No registration required — just show up with...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly stretching class designed for seniors at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, running Tuesdays from noon to 12:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A weight-training program for teens at Altgeld Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (skipping November 26). The session runs through...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A youth flag football skills program at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The session focuses on instruction for young...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A chair-based exercise program for seniors at Shabbona Park, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, running September 8 through December 9, 2026 (with several scheduled breaks on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. An early childhood program at Dunham Park that meets Tuesday through Thursday mornings from 9 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 10. The schedule has several planned closures in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A parent-child play and instruction program for early childhood, meeting at Hiawatha Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 10:15 AM, running September 8 through December 10 (skipping Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A circuit training class for adults at Kelvyn Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The class does not meet on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. The Senior Citizens Club meets at LeClaire-Hearst Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no meeting on Thanksgiving, November 26). This...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-08-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A youth gymnastics program for girls at Avondale Gymnastics Center, designed for pre-team skill development. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, running September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Bogan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. A dodgeball program for youth at Bogan Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The schedule skips October 27, October 29, and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A tap dance class for youth at La Follette Park in Austin, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. No session on Thursday, November 26. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A pre-teen club meets at Bell Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is open to youth, with no session on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sumner Park. A youth sports conditioning program at Sumner Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based sessions are held most weeks,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Volleyball instruction for teens at Shabbona Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Oct 27, Oct 29, Nov 24, and Nov 26). The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A chair exercise program designed for seniors at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A youth basketball skills program at Athletic Field Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. An open pickleball session for adults at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 10. The program is cancelled on October 27, October...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosedale Park. Kiddie College is a long-running early childhood program for the youngest set, combining structured play and basic instruction in a classroom-style setting. The session runs Mondays through Thursdays...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sumner Park. A youth sports instruction program at Sumner Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A regular open basketball session for adults at Sheridan Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 to 10 AM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. There is no session on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM between September 8 and December 10. The program skips October 27, October...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Union</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-union-2026-09-08-union-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Union Park. A parent-child early childhood program meeting at Union Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Smith Playlot</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. A morning program for early childhood at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based activities are...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The program runs September 8 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Cardio Line Dance at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. Cardio Line Dance at Ridge Park runs as a recurring class for adults on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, starting September 8 through December 10. Instruction is the focus, so expect...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A stretching class for seniors at Pottawattomie Park, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving). Instruction is provided; no...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Calumet Park on the East Side, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1:30 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at West Pullman Park, designed for early childhood development through guided play and basic instruction. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A boot camp program designed for seniors, meeting at Pottawattomie Park in Rogers Park. The class runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Circuit training designed for seniors at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Taylor</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A parent-supervised early childhood sports program at Taylor Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15 to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 10. The session skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Bitty Basketball at Don Nash Community Center Park is a twice-weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The session runs from...</description>
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      <title>Animal Explorers at Kelly</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Animal Explorers at Kelly Park is a recurring early childhood program for young children, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Yoga/Pilates at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A twice-weekly yoga and Pilates class for adults at Seward Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips October 27 and 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning - Basketball at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A sports conditioning program focused on basketball fundamentals, running at Brainerd Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, plus Wednesdays from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM, from September 8...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Recreational Tumbling at Sheridan Park runs as a structured instruction program for early childhood participants, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. The session starts September 8...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A twice-weekly adult instruction program at Calumet Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A parent-child instructional program for early childhood ages, meeting at Harrison (Carter) Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Bocce at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Bocce instruction for adults at Warren Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips several dates in mid-October and late November,...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A twice-weekly fitness program at Stanton Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A fitness program for young children at Calumet Park on the east side, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 3 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Stroller fitness sessions at Scottsdale Park, designed for adults looking to incorporate exercise into their day with their child in tow. The program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:15...</description>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Arts Club at Gill Park is an ongoing youth program that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 4:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program offers instruction for young...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Open basketball at Warren Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, starting September 8 through December 10, 2026. This is open play for teens, with no structured programming or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Harrison (Carter) Park on the lower west side, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A regular after-school drop-in program for teens at Dvorak Park, running Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, September 8 through December 10. The club does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/arts-crafts-at-bessemer-2026-09-08-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Bessemer Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Tuley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-hip-hop-at-tuley-2026-09-08-tuley-murray-park/</link>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A hip-hop dance program for youth at Tuley Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Gage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-gage-2026-09-08-gage-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. Open volleyball for teens at Gage Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The program does not meet on Thursday, November 26. No registration...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Woodhull</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-woodhull-2026-09-08-woodhull-ross-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Woodhull (Ross) Park. Seasonal Sports at Woodhull (Ross) Park is a youth instruction program that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Cooper</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-cooper-2026-09-08-cooper-jack-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cooper (Jack) Park. A recurring youth sports instruction program at Cooper (Jack) Park in West Pullman, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session skips...</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Ogden</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/sports-conditioning-at-ogden-2026-09-08-ogden-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A youth sports conditioning program at Ogden Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Lake Shore</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gymnastics-at-lake-shore-2026-09-08-lake-shore-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Smith Playlot</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-smith-playlot-2026-09-08-smith-wendell-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. A drop-in recreation program for youth at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session is instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Sheridan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-club-at-sheridan-2026-09-08-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Sheridan Park that runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 8 and continuing through December 10, 2026. The program skips the...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Kennicott</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-kennicott-2026-09-08-kennicott-jonathan-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A youth instructional sports program at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Don Nash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-don-nash-2026-09-08-nash-don-community-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A recurring teen program at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 10. The schedule skips October 27 and 29, and November 24...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Nichols</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-nichols-2026-09-08-nichols-john-fountain-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A youth conditioning program at Nichols Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10. The schedule skips Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Woodhull</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-woodhull-2026-09-08-woodhull-ross-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Woodhull (Ross) Park. A recreational tumbling program at Woodhull Park in South Shore, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-green-briar-2026-09-08-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A youth basketball skills program at Green Briar Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-08-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Pottawattomie Park in Rogers Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Low Impact Aerobics at Smith Playlot</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/low-impact-aerobics-at-smith-playlot-2026-09-08-smith-wendell-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. A low-impact aerobics class for adults at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/circuit-training-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A circuit training class for adults at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 27, October...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at West Pullman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/floor-hockey-at-west-pullman-2026-09-08-west-pullman-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at West Pullman Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. Sessions skip Thanksgiving on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Don Nash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-don-nash-2026-09-08-nash-don-community-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A youth sports instruction program at Nash (Don) Community Center Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Revere</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-revere-2026-09-08-revere-paul-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Team Tumbling at Revere Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thursday, November 26. The program provides youth tumbling...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/small-group-personal-training-at-avalon-2026-09-08-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. Small group personal training for adults at Avalon Park, with sessions focused on instruction and fitness. The program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, running September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Williams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-williams-2026-09-08-williams-daniel-hale-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A strength and conditioning program for young adults at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park in Douglas, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Trumbull</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-trumbull-2026-09-08-trumbull-lyman-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. Seasonal Sports at Trumbull Park runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program offers youth sports instruction, with no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Cheerleading - Recreational at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-cheerleading-recreational-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-08-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-harris-2026-09-08-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Open basketball at Harris Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM, starting September 8 through December 10. The program is open to adults only, and there is no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Seward</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-seward-2026-09-08-seward-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A regular open basketball session for adults at Seward Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. No games on October 27, October 29, or...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-08-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A basketball skills program for teens runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM at Pottawattomie Park, starting September 8 and ending December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A skills-focused basketball program at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM from September 8 through December 10. Designed for teens, with instruction rather...</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Park. A boys basketball program for teens runs weekdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM at Avondale Park, starting Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Brands</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-winter-spring-at-brands-2026-09-08-brands-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brands Park. A preschool readiness program at Brands Park, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to noon over the fall and early winter. Designed for early childhood participants, the activity package runs September 8...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Rutherford Sayre</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-rutherford-sayre-2026-09-08-rutherford-sayre-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. Kiddie College at Rutherford Sayre Park is a fall-long early childhood program meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program runs on an...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Harris</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Lap swim at Harris Park runs on a recurring schedule from September 8 through December 11, 2026. Open swim sessions are available Mondays and Thursdays from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, plus weekdays from 12:45...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Ellis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/lap-swim-at-ellis-2026-09-08-ellis-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A lap-swim session at Ellis Park running weekdays from 8:45 to 9:45 AM, September 8 through December 11. Open to adults, with the pool closed on October 12, November 11, and November 26. Drop-in...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft at Calumet</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/woodcraft-at-calumet-2026-09-08-calumet-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Park. A woodcraft program for adults at Calumet Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 AM to 4 PM, running from September 8 through December 11. The description lists instruction as the activity type,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A walking club that meets weekday mornings at Lowe Park from 10 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 11. The group is open to adults and does not meet on October 12, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A preschool instruction program for early childhood, meeting at Sheridan Park on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Open basketball runs weekdays from 11 AM to 3 PM at Williams Park, starting September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to adults and takes a break on Thanksgiving Day, November 26. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A twice-weekly stretching class for seniors at the Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, running September 8 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Mann</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A drop-in sports instruction program for early childhood at Mann Park in Hegewisch. Tiny Tot Sports meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from noon to 1 PM, running September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Foster</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/lap-swim-at-foster-2026-09-08-foster-j-frank-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. Lap swim at Foster (J. Frank) Park runs weekdays from September 8 through December 11, 2026, with sessions at 7:00–8:45 AM, 1:00–2:00 PM, and 2:00–3:00 PM. The program is open to adults only. Note...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Lindblom Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, running September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - 4 on 4 at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A 4-on-4 basketball program for adults at Altgeld Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 11. Instruction-based play, with no games on November 11 or...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Haas</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A drop-in program for girls at Haas Park in Logan Square, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 11. The club offers instruction and supervised activity...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Seasonal Sports at Altgeld Park offers youth instruction in a rotating lineup of seasonal games, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Williams</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 11. The session takes place indoors or on the court depending on...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Murray</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. A cross-country running program for youth at Murray Park in Englewood, meeting weekdays from 4 to 5 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Soccer for Success at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-for-success-at-park-no-596-2026-09-08-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. Soccer for Success runs as an instructional program for youth at the Brighton Park Community Campus gymnasium, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 8 through December 11. The...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-harris-2026-09-08-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Harris (Harriet) Park in Woodlawn, running weekdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 11. The program takes place most weekdays, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Paschen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-paschen-2026-09-08-paschen-christian-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Paschen (Christian) Park. A weekday drop-in program at Paschen Park for youth, offering instruction-based games and activities. The sessions run Monday through Friday from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, starting Tuesday, September 8...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-skills-at-bessemer-2026-09-08-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A senior boxing skills program at Bessemer Park, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM between September 8 and December 11, 2026, excluding November 11 and 26....</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-bessemer-2026-09-08-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A strength and conditioning program for adults at Bessemer Park, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. Runs from September 8 through December 11, 2026, excluding November 11 and...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Moran Playground</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/table-tennis-open-at-moran-playground-2026-09-08-moran-terrance-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. Open table tennis at Moran Park for adults, running weekdays from September 8 through December 11, 2026 (except November 11 and 26). Sessions are 11 AM to 12:30 PM most days, with a slightly earlier...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Lap swim at Fosco (Peter) Park offers dedicated morning and midday lanes for adults on weekdays, plus Saturday morning hours, running from September 8 through December 12, 2026. The pool is closed on...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Lap swim at Harrison (Carter) Park runs weekdays from September 8 through December 12, with multiple time slots: 8:30 to 9:45 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 12:00 to 2:00 PM weekdays; and...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A recurring open-play table tennis session at Green Briar Park, running weekdays from 1 to 6 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM, September 8 through December 12. The program is for adults and takes...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/lap-swim-at-gill-2026-09-08-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Lap swim for adults at Gill Park in Lake View, with multiple time slots throughout the week: weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings, plus weekend afternoon sessions. The program runs from...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Dunham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boot-camp-at-dunham-2026-09-08-dunham-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. An adult boot camp at Dunham Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 15, 2026, with no class on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at West Pullman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-west-pullman-2026-09-08-west-pullman-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Open basketball at West Pullman Park runs on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, September 8 through December 15. The session is open to adults.</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Rainey</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-rainey-2026-09-08-rainey-edward-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. A parent-child interaction program at Rainey (Edward) Park, designed for early childhood development. Caregivers and tots meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, running September 8...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Table tennis instruction for adults at Jackson Fieldhouse, offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 3 PM, running September 8 through December 17, 2026. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Fernwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Open pickleball for adults at Fernwood Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 8 through December 17, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving). No registration or fee is...</description>
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      <title>Quilting at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A quilting program for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 17, 2026 (with no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Dream Girls Mentoring Program at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A twice-weekly mentoring program for youth at Sherman (John) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 8 through December 17, 2026. The program offers instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Open basketball runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:30 PM at Grand Crossing Park, starting September 8 and continuing through December 17, 2026. The session is open to adults and does not...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. Homework Time at Wentworth Park offers supervised after-school study sessions for youth, running weekdays from 2:35 to 3:45 PM. The program starts September 8 and continues through December 18, with...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A walking program at Don Nash Community Center Park that meets weekdays from 7:00 to 10:30 AM, running from September 8 through December 18, 2026. The drop-in format is open to adults and skips...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Table tennis tables are open for drop-in play at Armour Square Park on weekdays from 10 AM to 7 PM, running from September 8 through December 18, 2026. This open-play session is for adults, with the...</description>
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      <title>Leadership Camp at Hamilton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A leadership-focused after-school camp for teens at Hamilton Park in Englewood, running weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 18, 2026. The camp does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Hamilton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Drop-in pickleball at Hamilton Park runs weekdays from 9 AM to 2 PM, starting Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 18. The program is open to adults, with no registration required. The park...</description>
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      <title>CPD Swim Club at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. CPD Swim Club at Ping Tom Memorial Park offers youth swim instruction weeknights from September 8 through December 18, 2026. The program runs Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, with no...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Open pickleball at Taylor-Lauridsen Park for adults, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, September 8 through October 15, 2026. Note that there is no session on Tuesday, October 27.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Open basketball for adults at Sheil Community Center Park, running Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:15 to 7:30 AM, from September 8 through December 29, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball Partnership at Winnemac</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Winnemac Park. A teen volleyball partnership program at Winnemac Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 9 PM, running September 8 through December 31, 2026. No session on Thursday, November 26. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood activity package at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to 12:45 PM. The program runs from September 8, 2026 through May 28, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Chase</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A structured early childhood activity program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running weekdays from 10 AM to 2 PM. The program spans September 8, 2026 through May 28, 2027, with registration...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. This is a long-running early childhood activity package at Harrison (Carter) Park on the lower-west side. The program meets Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, running from September...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A basketball skills program for youth at Franklin (Benjamin) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM between September 9 and October 9. The session focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop Partnership at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A six-week hip-hop dance class for young children at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:55 PM between September 9 and October 14, 2026. The program focuses on instruction and partnership...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A youth cross-country program at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through October 21, 2026. Instruction-based, aimed at young...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A youth cross country program at Rutherford Sayre Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 9 through October 21. Structured as instructional sessions for young runners.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth cross-country program at Lake Shore Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:50 PM from September 9 through October 21. The sessions focus on instruction for young runners.</description>
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      <title>Kickball at Ken-well</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A youth kickball instruction program at Ken-Well Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 9 through October 28.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Midway Plaisance Ice Rink. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Midway Plaisance Ice Rink, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, running from September 9 through October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Gross</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gross (Theodore) Park. A youth soccer skills program for early childhood at Gross (Theodore) Park in Lincoln Square. Sessions run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, starting Wednesday, September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Girls Junior Bear Cheerleading at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A youth cheerleading program at Kelvyn Park, running Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, September 9 through October 31. Instruction is geared toward girls in the...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Valley Forge Park, running Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, September 9 through November 4. No registration or partner needed — just show up with a paddle.</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Graver</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Graver Park combining art projects with alphabet-based activities, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM from September 9 through November 4. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 9 through November 4. The session focuses on instruction for young players....</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Union</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Union Park. A boys&#39; flag football program at Union Park, running Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM, from September 9 through November 7. Designed as instructional play for youth.</description>
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      <title>Boys Seasonal Sports Club at Clark (John)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Clark (John) Park. A boys&#39; seasonal sports club at Clark (John) Park, offering instruction for youth on Wednesdays and Fridays from 5 to 6 PM, running September 9 through November 13, 2026 (no session on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oriole Park. A youth cross country program at Oriole Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM, running September 9 through November 18, 2026. No session on November 11. Open to youth participants for...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Lawler</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-lawler-2026-09-09-lawler-michael-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lawler (Michael) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Lawler Park, running on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through November 18, 2026. Note that the session does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through November 18, 2026. Note that there is no session on Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A youth dodgeball program at Hiawatha Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 9 through November 18, 2026 (no session on November 11). The activity is instruction-based, aimed at...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Homan Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-homan-square-2026-09-09-homan-square-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Open basketball at Homan Square Community Center Park runs Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM and Fridays from 4:30 to 6 PM, September 9 through November 27, 2026. Designed for teens. No games on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly early childhood program at Mount Greenwood Park that runs Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM, September 9 through December 2. The &#34;Fun with Food&#34; session focuses on instruction — likely...</description>
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      <title>NERF Soccer at Senka</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. NERF Soccer at Senka Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, meeting Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM. The session runs September 9 through December 2, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Indian Road</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Indian Road Park. A drop-in program for early childhood at Indian Road Park, running Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 AM between September 9 and December 2, 2026. The session offers structured instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Badminton - Open at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open badminton for adults at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 9 through December 2, 2026 (no session November 11). Just show up and play.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football - Open at Anderson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A weekly open flag football session at Anderson (Louis) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 2. Open to youth participants, with no formal instruction or...</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Pre-Teen Club at West Lawn Park is a recurring after-school drop-in program for youth, meeting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Conditioning at Hale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A cardio conditioning class for adults at Hale (Nathan) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A weekly walking club for seniors at Garfield Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM through December 9. The program runs on most Wednesdays but does not meet on November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Independence</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly art and creative play session for early childhood participants at Independence Park, focused on instruction and hands-on exploration. The program meets Wednesdays from September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Harris Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Harris Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class is for early childhood ages and will not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. Tot Spot at Edison Park is a weekly open-play session for early childhood, held Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11. A...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Little Artists at Shabbona Park is an early childhood instruction program for the fall season, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program meets on Mondays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Vittum Park for caregivers and young children, meeting Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no meeting...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-09-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A 45-minute weekly gymnastics program for early childhood participants at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, running on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A weekly walking group for seniors meets at Vittum Park on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28. Open to all...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Olympia</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. A parent-and-tot tumbling program at Olympia Park for early childhood ages, meeting Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at La Follette</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/little-artists-at-la-follette-2026-09-09-la-follette-robert-park/</link>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. Little Artists is a weekly art instruction program for youth at La Follette Park in Austin, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 5 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Archer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-archer-2026-09-09-archer-william-beatty-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Archer Park on Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 3:30–4:30 PM, skipping October 28 and November 11. No cost listed.</description>
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      <title>Boys Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics program for early childhood boys at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes October 28, November...</description>
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      <title>Girls Flag Football at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth flag football program for girls meets Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Go Girl Go at Hale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/go-girl-go-at-hale-2026-09-09-hale-nathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. Go Girl Go at Hale Park is a weekly instruction program for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no meeting on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-scottsdale-2026-09-09-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Scottsdale Park, running Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Tumbling Lev. 1 at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A tumbling class for youth at Palmer Gymnastics Center, focusing on foundational skills through structured instruction. The program runs on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, starting September 9 and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A weekly basketball instruction session for youth at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, running Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Bogan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Bogan Park, running on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, 26, 28, or...</description>
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      <title>Kickball at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kickball-at-gompers-2026-09-09-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A weekly kickball program for youth at Gompers Park, running Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. Instruction-based, with no session on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at West Lawn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-west-lawn-2026-09-09-west-lawn-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A seasonal youth sports instruction program at West Lawn Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. No session on November 11. For youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A youth flag football program at Eugene Field Park meets Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). Instruction-based, for youth...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-at-sauganash-2026-09-09-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly girls volleyball program at Sauganash Park, running Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session November 11). The program is instructional, designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Intermediate at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/guitar-group-intermediate-at-sauganash-2026-09-09-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly intermediate guitar class for teens at Sauganash Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips November 11. Registration covers...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Harris Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-harris-gymnastics-2026-09-09-harris-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Harris Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program is for youth participants and does not...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 2 - 3 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-2-3-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly boys gymnastics class for levels 2–3 at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM through December 9. The session does not meet on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rosedale Park. Open pickleball at Rosedale Park runs Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session is for adults only, and there is no play on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Bogan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for early childhood, focused on building basic skills through structured play. The program runs Mondays and Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 7:00–7:45...</description>
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      <title>Bingo at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. Senior bingo at Amundsen Park meets Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. Open to seniors, no registration fee listed.</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A drop-in play and movement program for early childhood at Rosedale Park. Gym Monkeys meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on October...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Merrimac Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a weekly early childhood program at Merrimac Park that combines art activities with letter recognition. The class meets Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at Portage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Portage Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at Portage Park, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no class on November 11). The program offers guided...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A pre-team instructional gymnastics program for youth at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The schedule...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly early childhood basketball program at Kelvyn Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM from September 9 through December 9. Participants learn basic skills through instruction in a...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Strohacker</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. Recreational tumbling for youth at Strohacker (Howard) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). Instruction-based program for...</description>
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      <title>Womens Basketball League at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A women&#39;s basketball league for adults meets Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:45 PM at Piotrowski Park, running September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-09-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for girls at the Jesse White Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session is for youth instruction at Level 2...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Step aerobics class for adults at Vittum Park, held Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. The program runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, skipping October 28. Registration cost is not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A drawing and painting program for seniors at Shabbona Park, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Sessions meet Mondays from 2:30 to 3:45 PM and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, with...</description>
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      <title>Space Explorers at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. Space Explorers is a weekly youth instruction program at Wilson Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026 (with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for youth at Shabbona Park, running Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on October 28,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 to 10 AM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, and is open...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A parent-tot play and instruction program at Welles Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series is designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Gill</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Gill Park in Lake View, running Wednesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:00 AM, September 9 through December 9.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Tot Spot is a drop-in early childhood program at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Brainerd</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A weekly early childhood program at Brainerd Park, meeting Wednesdays from 9:45 to 10:30 AM between September 9 and December 9. The session focuses on instruction-based activities for young children,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-09-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly early childhood drop-in program at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, designed for caregivers and their young children to interact and play together. The group meets on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM,...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft at Foster</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A weekly woodcraft instruction program for adults at Foster Park in Auburn-Gresham, meeting Wednesdays from 10 AM to 1 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The session on November 11 is...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Washington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-washington-2026-09-09-washington-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Washington Park, designed for parents and toddlers to interact together. Sessions meet Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, running September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Sheil</title>
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      <category>Story Time</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Sheil Community Center Park, running Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A pickleball instruction program for seniors at McKinley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on October 28 or November 25.</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A weekly walking club for adults at Touhy-Herbert Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon from September 9 through December 9. The club takes a break on October 28 and November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Racket Activities (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly racket sports instruction program for youth at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, running Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly conditioning class for seniors at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Sculpture Open Studio at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/sculpture-open-studio-at-horner-2026-09-09-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly open studio session for adults at Horner Park, running Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (with no session on November 11). Participants work on their own...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Harrison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-harrison-2026-09-09-harrison-carter-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A seasonal sports program for early childhood runs at Harrison Park on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, starting September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Nature Fun at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/nature-fun-at-lincoln-2026-09-09-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly nature-themed program for early childhood at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping October 28 and November...</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gymnastics-at-ridge-2026-09-09-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A 45-minute gymnastics instruction session for early childhood, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at Ridge Park in Beverly. The program starts September 9 and continues through December 9, with...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-sheil-2026-09-09-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly basketball fundamentals program for early childhood participants at Sheil Community Center Park. Sessions run Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, with breaks on...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-davis-square-2026-09-09-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors, meeting at Davis Square Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. Runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-gill-2026-09-09-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Gill Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM from September 9 through December 9. Designed for early childhood ages, the sessions focus on basic instruction...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Berger</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. An ongoing arts and crafts program for seniors at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:45 to 3:00 PM from September 9 through December 9. The sessions are instructional,...</description>
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      <title>Womens Line Dance at Williams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/womens-line-dance-at-williams-2026-09-09-williams-daniel-hale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A line dance instruction program for seniors at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 3 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly instruction program for early childhood at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. The class meets on Wednesdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM, running from September 9 through December...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-horner-2026-09-09-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A senior conditioning class meets at Horner Park on Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Instruction-based, with a break on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-gill-2026-09-09-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. An early-childhood basketball instruction program at Gill Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The session runs from September 9 to December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A youth basketball program for early childhood participants, with instruction sessions at Cornell Square Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4 PM. The program runs from September 9 to December...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Gage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A youth soccer skills program at Gage Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). Instruction-based, open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Haas</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Floor hockey instruction runs at Haas Park on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through December 9, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <title>Dance at Warren</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly dance instruction program at Warren Park for youth, running Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (with no session on November 11). The source material...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Table tennis instruction for adults at Green Briar Park, running Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly beginner ballet class for young children at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:15 to 3:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28 and...</description>
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      <title>You Build It at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly building workshop for early childhood participants at Kennedy Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28, November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Dodgeball instruction for youth at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, running Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly dodgeball program at McKinley Park for youth, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM between September 9 and December 9. The program includes instruction and does not meet on October 28 or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth pickleball instruction program at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are skipped on October 28...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-welles-2026-09-09-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A recurring youth soccer instruction program at Welles Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-ridge-2026-09-09-ridge-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly drop-in program at Ridge Park on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9 (with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25). The activity involves...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Seward</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-seward-2026-09-09-seward-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Seward Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The schedule excludes October 12, 26, and 28, as well...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11....</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly after-school club for teens that meets at Welles Park on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program is instruction-based, though the...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Warren</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Basketball skills instruction for youth at Warren Park, running Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28, November 11, or November...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Touhy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-touhy-2026-09-09-touhy-patrick-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for youth at Touhy Park, running Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 9 through December 9. Registration covers the full fall session.</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-park-no-596-2026-09-09-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. A youth dodgeball program runs Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at the Brighton Park Community Campus gymnasium, starting September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session is...</description>
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      <title>Girls Cheerleading - Recreational at Brainerd</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-cheerleading-recreational-at-brainerd-2026-09-09-brainerd-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Brainerd Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program focuses on instruction in basic cheerleading...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Cornell Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-cornell-square-2026-09-09-cornell-paul-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A weekly flag football program for youth at Cornell Square Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Kelly</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-kelly-2026-09-09-kelly-edward-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Kelly Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The activity type is instruction, aimed at youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Dance at Kenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-at-kenwood-2026-09-09-kenwood-community-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kenwood Community Park. A youth dance instruction program at Kenwood Community Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Designed for young participants looking to learn dance...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Washington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/archery-at-washington-2026-09-09-washington-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly archery instruction program for youth at Washington (George) Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-at-sheil-2026-09-09-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly girls volleyball program at Sheil Community Center Park, running Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 9 through December 9. The session covers instruction for youth, with no volleyball...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Gage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-gage-2026-09-09-gage-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Gage (George) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/table-tennis-at-haas-2026-09-09-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly table tennis instruction program for youth at Haas Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no meeting on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Smith</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-smith-2026-09-09-smith-joseph-higgins-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 6:15 PM from September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28, November...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Clarendon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-hip-hop-at-clarendon-2026-09-09-clarendon-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A weekly hip hop dance instruction class for youth at Clarendon Community Center Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Broadway Armory</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cross-country-at-broadway-armory-2026-09-09-broadway-armory-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth cross-country instruction program at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. No sessions on October 28 or November 11.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-gill-2026-09-09-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Basketball skills instruction for youth at Gill Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Hamlin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-hamlin-2026-09-09-hamlin-hannibal-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Volleyball instruction for youth runs on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, starting September 9 and continuing through December 9. The program skips Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-league-at-mann-2026-09-09-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly adult volleyball league at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Wednesdays from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with sessions from 6 to 8 PM. The league does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Printmaking at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Park No. 571. A weekly printmaking workshop at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport, open to adults looking to learn or refine printmaking techniques. Sessions meet Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM, running September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A weekly adult volleyball instruction program at Altgeld Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). No pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-avalon-2026-09-09-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avalon Park. Open volleyball for adults at Avalon Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The program skips October 12 and November 11. No registration...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Margate</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Margate Park. Open basketball for adults at Margate Park, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. No session on October 28 or November 25. Drop-in, no registration...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A circuit training program for adults at Brighton Park Community Campus, running Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A conditioning program for teens at Altgeld Park, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The series skips November 11. Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-park-no-596-2026-09-09-brighton-park-community-campus/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). Open volleyball for teens at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not run on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Chase</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A recurring open-play pickleball session for adults at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown. The program runs Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9, 2026, excluding...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. The Walking Club at Emmerson Park offers a regular Wednesday afternoon walk from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. The group does not meet on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A youth cross-country program held at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 9 through December 9. The activity type is instruction, designed for young...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A basketball skills program for youth at Green Briar Park, running Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11. Instruction-focused, not open play.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. An arts-and-crafts program for youth, held Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at Davis Square Park in New City. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Cornell Square Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. Open to young players; registration details are...</description>
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      <title>GIrls Team Tumbling at Trebes</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A weekly tumbling class for youth at Trebes Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on November 11. Registration covers the...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Peterson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. Tot Spot at Peterson Park runs Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program is open to early childhood participants for unstructured play and social time.</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Revere</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly early childhood art and instruction program at Revere Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 9 through December 9. Designed for young children to explore creative...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-revere-2026-09-09-revere-paul-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A youth soccer instructional program at Revere Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9. Open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly early-childhood basketball class for ages 3 to 5, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Rainbow Beach Park. The program runs from September 9 to December 9, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly yoga program at Rainbow Beach Park for adults, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. The session runs from September 9 to December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Ceramics - Wheel - Advanced at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ridge Park. An advanced wheel-throwing ceramics class for adults, meeting Wednesdays from 10 AM to 2 PM at Ridge Park in Beverly from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The course focuses on refining...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football - Open at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A youth flag football program at Garfield Park that runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through December 10. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A woodcraft instruction program for adults at Mann (James) Park in Hegewisch, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from September 9 to December 10, 2026. Morning sessions meet 9:30 AM to 12:00...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Lowe</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Lowe (Samuel) Park, running Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM beginning September 9 through December 10, 2026. The program skips November 11 and...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. Table tennis open play for seniors at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running weekdays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 11. The schedule has several gaps for holidays and a full week in...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood program at Blackhawk Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026, with scheduled breaks on...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Gym Monkeys at Blackhawk Park is an early childhood instruction program for young children, meeting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 9 through December...</description>
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      <title>Photography - Digital at Riis</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A digital photography class for adults at Riis Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. Instruction covers the basics of digital photography....</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Chopin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. Tot Spot at Chopin Park is a recurring drop-in playtime for children in early childhood, held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A youth dodgeball program at Rosedale Park, offering instruction on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no activities on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. Soccer Skills at Piotrowski Park is an early childhood instructional program running on Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, beginning September 9 and continuing through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A twice-weekly after-school program for girls at Vittum Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs September 9 through December 11, with no activities on October 28...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Seasonal Sports at Austin Town Hall Park offers youth instruction on Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A youth basketball league at Amundsen Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. No session on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Soccer for Success at Bogan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. Soccer for Success at Bogan Park is a youth instructional program running three days a week from September 9 through December 11. Participants meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A fall session of Kiddie College at Kilbourn Park, designed for early childhood instruction. The program meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 9...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Sauganash</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly early childhood program at Sauganash Park, combining instruction with games and activities. The program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, running September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Marquette Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Park. Gym Monkeys offers early childhood instruction at Avondale Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:45 to 1:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program focuses on movement and play...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. A walking club for seniors meets at Calumet Park on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9 to 11 AM, running from September 9 through December 11. The club does not meet on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A long-running pickleball instruction program for seniors at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:15 to 11:15 AM, running from September 9 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. A low-impact chair exercise class for seniors at Trumbull Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Play School at Berger Park is a drop-off program for early childhood that meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to 1 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The session...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Kiddie College at Maplewood Park is a fall instructional program for early childhood, running weekdays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM between September 9 and December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a recurring early childhood program at Rowan Park on the east side, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The session combines...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A drop-in play session for toddlers and preschoolers at Skinner Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM through December 11. The program is for early childhood ages and takes...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. Open basketball runs at Loyola Park on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, starting September 9 and ending December 11, 2026. The session is for adults only, and there are no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Loyola Park. Badminton open play runs at Loyola Park on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, starting September 9 through December 11 (with no sessions on Friday, September 25 and Wednesday, November 11)....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Circuit training sessions at West Pullman Park for adults, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program focuses on instruction-based workouts. No...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. Low-impact aerobics instruction at Calumet Park, designed for seniors. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Mighty Fit Kids is an early childhood movement program at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park, designed for instruction-based activity during the fall. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Weekly open pickleball at Lake Shore Park, offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:30 to 3:45 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. This session is designated for seniors and...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Davis Square Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. A youth conditioning program meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Oz Park, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based activities for young athletes, with...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Seasonal Sports at Fuller Park runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 12 and November 11). It&#39;s an...</description>
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      <title>Urban Moves Partnership at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Urban Moves Partnership runs an ongoing instruction program for youth at Fuller Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, starting Wednesday, September 9 through Friday,...</description>
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      <title>Cheer and Dance Camp at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A cheer and dance camp for youth at Lindblom Park in Englewood, running Wednesdays through Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 9 through December 11. The program does not meet on November 11 or...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Williams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. A parent-child sports program for early childhood ages, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 to 7 PM at Williams Park in Douglas. The session runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Pickleball instruction for adults at Altgeld Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on November 11). No registration fee listed.</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Washington</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A walking club at Washington Park for adults, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 AM to noon, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The group does not meet on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Open basketball at Rowan Park runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, starting September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to adults and operates as a drop-in format. Note...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Taylor</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-taylor-2026-09-09-taylor-robert-rochon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4 to 5 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Kennicott</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-kennicott-2026-09-09-kennicott-jonathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A teen open basketball session at Kennicott Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to teens and does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Pom Poms at Jackie Robinson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. A youth pom-pom instruction program at Jackie Robinson Park in Washington Heights, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM between September 9 and December 11, 2026. Designed for young...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Cole</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Cole Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session October 12 or November 11). Designed...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 4 at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-4-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-09-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Harrison Gymnastics Center for athletes training at USAG Level 4. The session runs from September 9 to December 12, 2026, with practices on Mondays, Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Majorette at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A youth majorette dance program at Bessemer Park runs twice weekly through the fall: Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, plus Saturdays from 1 to 4 PM, starting September 9 and ending December 12,...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A small-group personal training session at Dunham Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM between September 9 and December 16, 2026. Designed for adults, the program skips several dates:...</description>
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      <title>Yoga Partnership at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/yoga-partnership-at-independence-2026-09-09-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly yoga program for adults at Independence Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 PM from September 9 through December 16, 2026. No session on November 11. Pricing is not listed.</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-harris-2026-09-09-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly chair exercise program for seniors at Harris Park in Woodlawn, running Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, September 9 through December 16, 2026. The class does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Harris</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A senior yoga program at Harris Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2:30 PM from September 9 through December 16, 2026 (no session on November 11). Instruction-based; no pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. The Seasonal Sports Club at Franklin Park offers after-school instruction for youth, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 18, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Tot Spot at Kennicott Park is an open indoor play session for early childhood, running on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 to 10:30 AM, September 9 through December 18, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Fernwood</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A weekly seniors program at Fernwood Park in Roseland, offering instruction-style activities on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM to 3 PM, running from September 9 through December 18, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A play-based early childhood program at Kennicott Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to noon from September 9 through December 18. The session runs through the fall and...</description>
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      <title>Team Gymnastics at Chase</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Chase (Salmon) Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:15 to 5:45 PM from September 9 through December 18. The program skips Wednesday, November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A youth sports instruction program at West Pullman Park, running Wednesdays from 3 to 4 PM and Saturdays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, September 9 through December 19. No session on Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Open basketball at Brainerd Park runs on a regular schedule through the fall: Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM, and Saturdays with two sessions — 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 1 to 4 PM. The program is open to...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A parent-child play program at Pottawattomie Park designed for early childhood, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:45 to 2:45 PM. The session runs from September 9, 2026 through June...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). Sled hockey at McFetridge Ice Rink is an adaptive program offering instruction for players of all ages. The season runs from September 9, 2026 through June 16, 2027, with sessions on Sundays from 9...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Oakdale Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Oakdale Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:00 PM from September 10 through October 22, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot drop-in program at Hale Park, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon, running September 10 through October 29. Designed for early childhood instruction, with caregivers and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Norwood Park. Pickleball instruction for adults at Norwood Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 to November 19, 2026, 2:30 to 3:30 PM.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Senior dance instruction at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood, meeting Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 10 through November 19, 2026. The program is designed for seniors.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A 3-on-3 basketball instruction program for teens at Anderson (Louis) Park, running Thursdays from September 10 through November 19, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 PM.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Roller skating at Kennedy Park on Thursday evenings, 5:30 to 6:30 PM, from September 10 through November 19 (skipping October 29). Open to youth — bring your own skates or check availability on site.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open badminton at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 10 through November 19. The program is open to adults and structured as casual play rather than...</description>
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      <title>Mens 16&#34; Softball League at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A men&#39;s 16-inch softball league runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:45 PM at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, starting September 10 through November 19, 2026. Designed for adult players in a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly NERF soccer instruction class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM at Commercial Club Playground, running September 10 through December 3 (skipping October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Open play pickleball for adults at Jefferson Memorial Park, running Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving. No registration or fee is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hollywood Park. Storytime and Crafts at Hollywood Park pairs weekly story sessions with hands-on craft activities designed for early childhood. The program meets Thursdays from 10 to 10:45 AM, running September 10...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-10-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A 14-week gymnastics program for early childhood participants, held Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM at McKinley Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly instructional program for early childhood at Eugene Field Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Sumner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-sumner-2026-09-10-sumner-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sumner Park. A chair exercise program for seniors at Sumner Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, with no session on November 26. The class focuses on seated...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-10-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for early childhood at Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (excluding October 29 and...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Brands</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gym-monkeys-at-brands-2026-09-10-brands-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brands Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly instruction program for early childhood at Brands Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The fall session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Brooks</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. Dino Diggers is a weekly dinosaur-themed instructional program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM at Brooks (Oscar) Park in Edison Park. The program runs from September 10...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-10-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics program for early childhood participants at Avondale Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The session does not run on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Tarkington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-tarkington-2026-09-10-tarkington-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tarkington Park. Flag Football at Tarkington Park runs Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26. This instructional program is for teens....</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Mt. Greenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-mt-greenwood-2026-09-10-mount-greenwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth dodgeball program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Open to young players.</description>
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      <title>Drawing at Rosedale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drawing-at-rosedale-2026-09-10-rosedale-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly drawing class for youth at Rosedale Park, held Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-palmer-gymnastics-2026-09-10-palmer-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for youth at Palmer Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM between September 10 and December 10. The course covers Level 1 skills and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Beginner at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/guitar-group-beginner-at-sauganash-2026-09-10-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A beginner guitar class for adults at Sauganash Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The class skips Thanksgiving on November 26. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-10-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. An instructional gymnastics program for early childhood, held Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at the Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. Runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Team Gymnastics at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-gymnastics-at-gompers-2026-09-10-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Gompers Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Two session blocks are offered: 4:00 to 4:30 PM and 4:30 to 5:00 PM. No session...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A youth pickleball instruction program at Shabbona Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 6:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-10-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for girls at Level 3–4 skill level, meeting Thursdays from September 10 through December 10, 2026, from 5:15 to 6:15 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Mayfair</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mayfair Park. Team Tumbling at Mayfair Park is a weekly youth tumbling program meeting Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving on November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Soccer - 3 on 3 at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A weekly 3-on-3 soccer instruction program for youth at Mozart (Amadeus) Park, running Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. Note that there is no session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Kelvyn Park in Hermosa, running Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26). Designed for young players...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A mat-based Pilates class for adults at Jefferson Memorial Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Womens Basketball - Open at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A weekly open basketball session for adults at Gompers Park, running Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. The program skips November 26. No registration details or fee...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. An open volleyball session for teens at Valley Forge Park, running Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly gathering for seniors at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Thursdays from 12 PM to 2 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The club takes a break on Thanksgiving (November 26). No...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-10-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. Runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Boot Camp at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly parent-child boot camp at Scottsdale Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). The instruction-based class is...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Independence</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Independence Park, meeting Thursdays from 3 to 4 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. Fun and Games provides weekly play-based instruction for early childhood at McKiernan (David) Park in Mount Greenwood. The program meets Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 10 through...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Olympia Park. Floor hockey runs on Thursdays from September 10 through December 10 at Olympia Park, with sessions from 3:45 to 4:30 PM. The program is instructional and aimed at youth, though no specific age range...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mayfair Park. Young Scientist meets at Mayfair Park on Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26). The program is designed for youth, offering instruction...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A twice-weekly early childhood program at Vittum Park, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on October 26,...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A senior citizens club at Mozart (Amadeus) Park in Logan Square, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 4:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-haas-2026-09-10-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly parent-and-tot drop-in program at Haas Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping October 29 and November 26). Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Gill</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Gill Park for the fall season, designed for early childhood. The class meets Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, running September 10 through December 10, with a...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Washington</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly chair exercise program for adults at Washington Park, running Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 10 through December 10. The class skips November 26. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Speed &amp; Agility at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly speed and agility training session for adults at Maggie Daley Park, running Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM between September 10 and December 10. The program has instruction-led workouts...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Seasonal Sports at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A seasonal sports program for adults at McKinley Park, running on Mondays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, beginning Thursday, September 10 through December 10. Instruction-based activities...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Margate</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Margate Park. A weekly early childhood activity program at Margate Park in Uptown, running Thursdays from noon to 12:45 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session does not meet on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Wrightwood</title>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A 12-week parent-and-tot sports program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Thursdays from noon to 12:45 PM from September 10 through December 10. Designed for early childhood instruction, the session skips...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly drop-in program for early childhood at Loyola Park, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving on November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Wrightwood</title>
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      <category>Health and Science</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly yoga class for early childhood at Wrightwood Park, held Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-gill-2026-09-10-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A low-impact conditioning class for seniors at Gill Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:00 PM from September 10 through December 10. The class does not meet on Thanksgiving, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Jesse White</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. A weekly drop-in program for early childhood, running Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM at Jesse White Park in River North. The session offers instruction-based activities for young children, with no...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-lincoln-2026-09-10-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Pickleball open play for seniors at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center, with drop-in games Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Adams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-adams-2026-09-10-adams-george-adele-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 2 to 3 PM at Adams Park from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping October 29 and November 26). No...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Wilson Community Center</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-wilson-community-center-2026-09-10-wilson-john-community-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A weekly drop-in activity session for seniors at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, running Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-haas-2026-09-10-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Haas Park in Logan Square. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Warren</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Warren Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Adams</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A recurring soccer instruction program for early childhood ages at Adams Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session skips October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-pulaski-2026-09-10-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Pulaski Park, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 or November 26. Open to youth;...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Anderson</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Anderson (Louis) Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26).</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Welles</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Floor hockey runs Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Welles Park for youth participants, starting September 10 and continuing through December 10. The program is instructional and does not...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A youth archery instruction program at Horner Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving on November 26. Registration is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Touhy</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Touhy Park, running on Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips November 26 for Thanksgiving....</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly flag football skills program at Maggie Daley Park, teaching youth the fundamentals through instruction and drills. Sessions run Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 10 through December...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Commercial Club</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-commercial-club-2026-09-10-commercial-club-playground-of-chicago/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly volleyball instruction program for youth at Commercial Club Playground, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The season starts September 10 and ends December 10, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Mann</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A youth flag football program meets Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Mann Park, running September 10 through December 10, with no session on November 26. The activity is instructional, for youth...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Commercial Club</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-commercial-club-2026-09-10-commercial-club-playground-of-chicago/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Commercial Club Playground in East Village, running Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 10 through December 10. Note that the program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Dvorak</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-club-at-dvorak-2026-09-10-dvorak-anton-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A seasonal sports club for teens runs Thursday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Dvorak Park, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program offers instruction in a team sport setting, with no...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Open basketball at Lake Shore Park for teens, running Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26. Drop-in play, no...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Trebes</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A weekly youth pickleball instruction program at Trebes Park in the Sheffield-DePaul neighborhood, running Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Latin Partnership at Berger</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. Latin partnership dance instruction for adults, meeting Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Berger Park in Edgewater. The program runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving week...</description>
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      <title>Sewing - Intermediate at Foster</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. An intermediate sewing class for adults at Foster Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:45 PM, September 10 through December 10 (no class on November 26). Registration is required;...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekly mixed media arts class for adults at Chase (Salmon) Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. Registration cost is...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A footworking dance instruction program for adults at Clarendon Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Open badminton for adults at Jesse White Park, running Thursdays from 7 to 8:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November 26. Drop in for open play; no...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. Mighty Fit Kids is a weekly youth fitness program at Trebes Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:15 PM between September 10 and December 10. The program focuses on instruction for kids, with no...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-trebes-2026-09-10-trebes-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Trebes (Robert) Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 to December 10, 2026, 8:15 to 9:00 PM. The session is canceled on Thanksgiving, November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly arts and crafts session for adults at Maggie Daley Park, running Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Margate Park. A youth flag football program at Margate Park in Uptown, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based format for kids. No sessions on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Warren</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Warren Park, running Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 10 through December 10. Instruction-based sessions, with no sessions on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Recreational Tumbling at Davis Square Park runs Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving on November 26. This instructional program is...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Revere</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for youth at Revere Park, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving week (November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Carver</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Boxing instruction at Carver Park, open to adults on Monday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons from noon to 2 PM, running from September 10 through December 11, 2026. The program skips several dates in...</description>
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      <title>Team Gymnastics at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A youth gymnastics program at Skinner Park that meets twice a week: Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM and Saturdays from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 10 through December 12, 2026. The class...</description>
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      <title>Karate Partnership at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A youth karate program runs on Thursdays from September 10 through December 24 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting each week from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The session is a partnership program for...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly soccer skills program for youth at Norwood Park, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 10 and December 31, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). Designed for...</description>
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      <title>T-Ball at Minuteman</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Minuteman Park. T-Ball at Minuteman Park runs Fridays from September 11 through October 16, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. This instruction-focused program is designed for early childhood participants.</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-valley-forge-2026-09-11-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Valley Forge Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 11 through October 23. Designed for kids, with coaching and drills provided.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Park. A youth flag football program at Calumet Park on the east side, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM between September 11 and October 23, 2026. The activity is instruction-based.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A youth cross-country program meeting Fridays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM at Austin Town Hall Park, running from September 11 through November 6, 2026. The focus is on instruction for young runners.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A cross-country running program for youth at Athletic Field Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 11 through November 13, 2026. Instruction-focused, no registration fee listed.</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Sherman Park, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM and Saturdays from noon to 2:00 PM, September 11 through November 14. The focus is on instruction, not...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A volleyball instruction program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 3:15 to 3:45 PM at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater. The program runs from September 11 through November 20, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open volleyball at Broadway Armory Park runs on Friday evenings from 6 to 8 PM, September 11 through November 20, 2026, with a break on October 30. The program is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A youth basketball instruction program at West Lawn Park, open to youth participants. The program meets Fridays from 5 to 6 PM, running September 11 through December 4, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth basketball league for teams runs on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Norwood Park, spanning September 11 through December 4, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Fuller Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM from September 11 through December 4. The program is open to anyone in the senior age range.</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly brick-building club for young children at Armour Square Park, meeting Fridays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM through December 4. The program is designed for early childhood participants and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly basketball program for early childhood participants at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago, running Fridays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM, September 11 through December 4, 2026. There are no...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Moran Playground</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Moran (Terrance) Park. A recurring youth program at Moran Park in Englewood, offering instruction and activities on Mondays and Fridays from 3 to 5 PM, running from September 11 through December 4, 2026. Designed for young...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. The Volleyball League at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown is a youth program running Friday afternoons from September 11 through December 4, 2026. Sessions go from 4:00 to 6:15 PM. This is an...</description>
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      <title>Boys Mentoring Program at Sherman</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A weekly mentoring program for teen boys at Sherman Park, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 11 through December 4. The session focuses on instruction and guidance. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Ocean Explorers at Augusta</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Augusta (Carpenter) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Augusta (Carpenter) Park, meeting Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM from September 11 through December 11. The activity focuses on instruction for young children, with...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly parent-and-tot program at Norwood Park, meeting Fridays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11 and is designed for early childhood instruction, with...</description>
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      <title>NERF Sports at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly NERF-based sports program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Athletic Field Park. The instruction runs September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A parent-and-toddler yoga class meeting Friday mornings from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Eugene Field Park, running September 11 through December 11. The program is designed for early childhood participants...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly open-gym session for early childhood at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, running Fridays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on September 25,...</description>
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      <title>Dino Diggers at Brands</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brands Park. A weekly early childhood program at Brands Park where kids can dig into a paleontology-themed activity. Sessions run Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, from September 11 through December 11. This is an...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Olympia Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for seniors at Olympia Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-11-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A 14-week gymnastics program for early childhood participants at Calumet Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Fridays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session focuses on basic...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drawing-at-online-2026-09-11-berger-albert-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly drawing class for adults meets at Berger Park on Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11. Instruction is included; check with the park for any registration...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-11-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction class for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM at McKinley Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Vittum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-vittum-2026-09-11-vittum-harriet-elizabeth-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Tiny Tot Sports offers weekly sports instruction for early childhood at Vittum Park, meeting Fridays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly sports program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Marquette Park. Runs from September 11 through December 11. Registration is required; no pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Girls Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-11-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics class for young girls at Harrison Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 3 to 4 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026 (with no class on September 18 or November 27). The program is...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Archer</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Girls in the Park Club at Archer offers weekly instruction for youth on Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30), meeting from 3:30 to 4:45 PM at Archer Park. The...</description>
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      <title>Girls Archery at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A weekly archery program for youth at Gompers Park, running Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 11 through December 11. The session focuses on instruction, giving young archers a chance to...</description>
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      <title>Girls Flag Football Skills at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-flag-football-skills-at-scottsdale-2026-09-11-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly instruction program for youth interested in flag football, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at Scottsdale Park. Runs from September 11 through December 11. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A youth instructional sports program at Dunham Park, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27. The activity type is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Jensen</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Jensen (Christ) Park in Albany Park, running Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM through December 11. The session focuses on instruction, though the source...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-11-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A 12-week boys gymnastics program for youth at the Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 11 and December 11. The session skips October 30 and November...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Eugene Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-eugene-field-2026-09-11-field-eugene-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Eugene Field Park, running Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for young players, this is a recurring weekly...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-11-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Fridays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 11 through December 11. For kids and teens.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-11-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A girls gymnastics Level 1 class at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater, meeting Fridays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Jefferson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gymnastics-at-jefferson-2026-09-11-jefferson-thomas-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A gymnastics instruction program for youth runs on Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, starting September 11 and ending December 11, 2026. The 13-week session focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Lawler</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lawler (Michael) Park. Teen Club at Lawler Park offers a weekly drop-in space for teens, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no registration required. An...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at River</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at River Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at River Park, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program focuses on skill development and is open to young...</description>
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      <title>Drawing at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drawing-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-11-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A drawing instruction program for youth meets on Fridays at Wilson (Frank J.) Park in Portage Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Sessions run from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, with no...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Avondale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-avondale-2026-09-11-avondale-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avondale Park. Open volleyball for teens at Avondale Park, running Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 5:15 to 7:15 PM. No registration details provided.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Harris Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-harris-gymnastics-2026-09-11-harris-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 girls gymnastics class at Harris Gymnastics Center in Woodlawn, meeting Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program skips October 30 and November 27....</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Tarkington</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tarkington Park. A weekly youth cooking program at Tarkington Park, meeting Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 5:15 to 6:15 PM. The instruction-based activity introduces young participants to kitchen...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Riis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-riis-2026-09-11-riis-jacob-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Riis (Jacob) Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to young players; no additional details on cost or...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Sumner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sumner Park. A youth basketball league at Sumner Park, running Fridays from 6 to 8 PM, September 11 through December 11. Designed as an individual-entry league — no team sign-up required — for young players in...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-11-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls gymnastics class for Levels 3 and 4 at Peterson Gymnastics Center runs on Friday evenings from 7:15 to 8:15 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session is for youth...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly early childhood instruction program at Kilbourn Park, running Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-11-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Palmer Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-palmer-gymnastics-2026-09-11-palmer-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Palmer Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Palmer Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no class on October 30 or November 27). For youth...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Bogan</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts session for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM at Bogan Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program takes...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Tot Spot at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park is a drop-in open play session for early childhood, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Union</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Union Park. A weekly gathering for older adults at Union Park, running Fridays from 10 AM to 2 PM through December 11. The program is open to seniors and offers a regular daytime social meetup in the West Loop.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Graver</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. Open pickleball play at Graver Park for adults, running Fridays from 10 AM to noon, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration or fee required — just show up with a paddle.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Play School at Sheil Community Center Park offers early childhood instruction on Friday mornings from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Nature Babies at McKinley Park is a Friday morning program for infants and toddlers, running from September 11 through December 11. Each session runs from 11 AM to noon and focuses on early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Open volleyball runs Friday mornings from 11 AM to noon at West Pullman Park, September 11 through December 11. The session is open to adults and operates as a drop-in program rather than a...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A low-impact chair exercise program for seniors at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Mondays and Fridays from noon to 12:45 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for seniors at Harris Park in Woodlawn, held Fridays from noon to 1:45 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Play School at Graver</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A parent-child play program for early childhood at Graver Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session focuses on instruction-based activities...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Margate</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. A weekly tumbling program for early childhood at Margate Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 12:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session runs most weeks, with breaks on October...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly conditioning class for adults at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Fridays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM. The program runs from September 11 to December 11, 2026, with no session on October 30. No pricing...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Gym Monkeys is an early childhood instructional program at Sheil Community Center Park, designed for young children to develop motor skills through guided movement. The class meets Fridays from 12:30...</description>
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      <title>Sculpture Open Studio at Horner</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly sculpture open studio for adults at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Participants bring their own projects to work on in a...</description>
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      <title>Chair Yoga at Margate</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. Chair yoga at Margate Park, designed for seniors, meets Fridays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no session on October 30 or November 27. The class provides...</description>
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      <title>Nature Fun at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly nature-themed instructional program for early childhood at Welles (Gideon) Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A tap dance class for seniors at Stanton Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program focuses on instruction in a group setting....</description>
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      <title>Mens Chair Exercise at Wentworth Gardens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. A chair-based exercise program designed for adult men, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM at Wentworth Gardens Park. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, focusing on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics provides instruction for early childhood participants and their caregivers at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park on Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, running September 11 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Chair Pilates at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Chair Pilates instruction for seniors at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park in Lake View, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Sculpture Open Studio at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/sculpture-open-studio-at-ridge-2026-09-11-ridge-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. An open studio session for adults working in sculpture, held at Ridge Park on Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11. The studio is closed on October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-gill-2026-09-11-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A drop-in sports program for early childhood at Gill Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM. Runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with instruction-based activities for the youngest...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-home-school-at-kennedy-2026-09-11-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A homeschool program at Kennedy Park, offering instruction and games for youth on Mondays and Fridays from 2:00 to 3:15 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Smith</title>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A parent-and-tot program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Fridays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The session is designed for early childhood instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-pulaski-2026-09-11-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly early childhood soccer instruction program at Pulaski Park, running Fridays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No session on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-gill-2026-09-11-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A bitty basketball program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM at Gill Park. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, with instruction focused on the basics for...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Hamlin</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly instruction program for early childhood at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM. Runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-haas-2026-09-11-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A youth flag football program at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27.</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Berger</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-berger-2026-09-11-berger-albert-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A parent-child interaction program for early childhood at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly brick-building club for youth at Maplewood Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on September 25, October 30, or November 27)....</description>
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      <title>Dance - Mexican Folkloric at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly Mexican folkloric dance class for young children at McKinley Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program focuses on instruction in traditional...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown, running Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:45 PM, September 11 through December 11. Designed for younger players,...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Jesse White</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Jesse White Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no session on October 30.</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A recurring dodgeball program at Welles Park for youth, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Park. A 50-minute introductory basketball session for early childhood participants, held on Friday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:50 PM at Calumet Park. The program runs from September 11 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Ceramics at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A ceramics instruction program for adults at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Fridays from 4 to 7:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-gill-2026-09-11-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Gill Park, running Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 11 through December 11. Instruction-based play for younger participants.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Adults can learn to swim at Mann Park in Hegewisch, with classes meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly basketball skills program for teens at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, and focuses on instruction. No...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A free, weekly cross-country running program for youth at Cornell Square Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth floor hockey program at Harrison (Carter) Park, offering instruction on Fridays from 4 to 5 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth football instruction program at Gately Park in Pullman, running Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program is for youth participants and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth flag football program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. Instruction-based, the program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A youth tumbling class at Gage Park that meets Fridays from 5:00 to 6:15 PM, running from September 11 through December 11. Instruction-based, designed for young participants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth flag football program at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 5:50 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30). The activity...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Kennedy Park, running Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program takes a break on October 30 and November 27. It&#39;s an...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Flag Football at Armour Square Park runs Friday afternoons from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, starting September 11 and continuing through December 11 (skipping October 30). This instruction-based program is...</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Intermediate at Horner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly intermediate guitar group for youth at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:15 PM. The class focuses on building on existing guitar skills...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Dawes Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM, September 11 through December 11. Instruction-based format; no competition or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly strength and conditioning program for adults at Commercial Club Playground, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A 45-minute fitness class focused on core and abdominal work, held at Armour Square Park on Friday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A parent-child tumbling program for early childhood at Kennedy Park, running Fridays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Haas</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Tot Spot at Haas Park is a drop-in play program for early childhood, held Friday mornings from 9:15 to 10:30 AM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly parent-and-toddler drop-in program at Gill Park, meeting Fridays from 9:15 to 10:00 AM, September 11 through December 11. Designed for early childhood, the session offers a structured play...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Ridge Park, meeting Friday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27. Designed...</description>
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      <title>Kettlebells at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly kettlebell instruction session for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Fridays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM, September 11 through December 11. The class focuses on guided strength training...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Gym Monkeys is a recurring early childhood movement program at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 1:15 to 1:45 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A youth soccer program at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Mondays and Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood participants, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Script Writing at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A long-running script writing class for adults at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 4:30 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Helping Hands at Touhy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A weekly drop-in program for teens at Touhy Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. The description indicates instruction-based activities, though specific...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Park. A youth instruction program at Calumet Park that meets Fridays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Wicker</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly drop-in program at Wicker Park for early childhood, with instruction-led activities on Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running from September 11 through December 11. Designed for the youngest...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Green Briar Park, meeting Fridays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, September 11 through December 11. The activity is instruction-focused, suitable for kids looking for a...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, running Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 2026, from 4:15 to 5:15 PM. The program does not meet on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth dodgeball program at Ridge Park, meeting Fridays from 4:40 to 5:40 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 30 or November 27. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Open volleyball runs at Dvorak Park on Mondays and Fridays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is adult open play, with no organized teams or instruction —...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Winnemac</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Winnemac Park. Open basketball at Winnemac Park runs on Friday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, starting September 11 through December 11. This is open play for adults — no set teams, just show up and join a pickup...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly youth basketball instruction program at Sauganash Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. Runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A parent-child yoga class for early childhood ages, meeting Friday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM at the Sheil Community Center Park. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. This program invites teens to a weekly fitness session at Washington Park that blends boxing-inspired conditioning with strength and agility drills. It meets Friday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:30 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A recurring open-play badminton session at McKinley Park, running Mondays and Fridays from 6 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, from September 11 through December 19, 2026. Open to adults. Note...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A six-week youth flag football program at Bessemer Park on Chicago&#39;s South Side, meeting Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM between September 12 and October 17. The program is instruction-based and open to...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Inner City Flag Football runs Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM at Rainbow Beach Park, September 12 through November 7, 2026. The program provides instruction for youth participants over the fall season.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A youth flag football program at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, running Saturdays from September 12 through November 7, 2026, from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. The program focuses on instruction and...</description>
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      <title>16&#34; Softball League at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A 16-inch softball league for adults at Merrimac Park, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM between September 12 and November 14. Teams compete in a league format; registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Open basketball runs Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Kelvyn Park, from September 12 through November 14, 2026. The session is open to adults of all skill levels — no registration required, just...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A weekly open basketball session at Ogden Park in Englewood, running Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM between September 12 and November 14. Open to adults, no registration or structured play — just drop...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 12 through November 14, with no session on October 31. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth flag football league for individual participants, meeting Saturdays from 10 AM to noon at Harrison (Carter) Park on the Lower West Side. The season runs from September 12 through November 21,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Inner City Flag Football at Williams Park runs Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through November 28, 2026, offering instructional play for youth. No pricing or registration details are...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A drop-in basketball session for teens runs Saturdays from 10 AM to noon at Humboldt Park, starting September 12 through December 5. No registration required — just show up and play.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Archer (William Beatty) Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:15 to 11:30 AM, running September 12 through December 5, 2026 (no session on October 31). For young...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park, running Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, September 12 through December 5. The session focuses on instruction for young players.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Open basketball at Pottawattomie Park for teens, running Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM between September 12 and December 5. No registration required.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Open basketball at Kennicott Park runs Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, September 12 through December 5. The session is open to adults, with no registration or ongoing commitment — just show up and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A chair exercise program at Rosenblum Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM from September 12 through December 5, 2026. Designed for seniors, the sessions focus on low-impact instruction. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly open play session for early childhood, held Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at Shabbona Park. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31 or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A theater program for youth at Amundsen Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM from September 12 through December 12. The activity type is instruction, and it&#39;s open to young participants....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A music instruction program for youth at Amundsen (Roald) Park in Galewood, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. This is a recurring instructional...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A Saturday-morning dance instruction program for youth at Amundsen Park in Galewood, running weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026, 10:00 to 11:30 AM. The series focuses on teaching...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-12-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A Saturday-morning gymnastics instruction program for early childhood at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with sessions from 10:15 to 11:00 AM....</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A youth dodgeball program with instruction at Rutherford Sayre Park, running Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. Open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-12-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction program for early childhood at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, running Saturdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM, September 12 through December 12. Note the program skips...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Archer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-archer-2026-09-12-archer-william-beatty-park/</link>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A weekly Saturday morning program for early childhood-age children and their parents at Archer Park, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with sessions from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. The...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Riis</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Open basketball at Riis Park runs Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. All ages are welcome for drop-in play. No registration or fee required.</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. Teen Club at Piotrowski Park runs on Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 2026, meeting from 2:30 to 4:30 PM each week. The program is open to teens; no further activities or registration...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Family at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Shabbona Park. An open basketball session at Shabbona Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 3:00 to 4:30 PM. The program is open to all ages. Note that there is no session on October 31 or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park is a Saturday-morning program for parents and toddlers, meeting from 10:45 to 11:45 AM each week from September 12 through December 12,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A weekly instructional soccer program for early childhood at Riis Park, meeting Saturdays from 12 PM to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-12-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A level 1 boys gymnastics class at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Riis</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A weekly basketball program for early childhood participants at Riis Park in Belmont Cragin, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The activity is...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 4 - 6 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-4-6-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-12-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for boys at Level 4 through 6, held Saturdays from 3:15 to 4:45 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Oriole Park. Family basketball at Oriole Park runs on Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program is open to all ages and does not meet on November 28. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-12-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Open basketball for adults at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly boxing instruction class for adults at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Saturdays from September 12 to December 12, 2026, 9:15 to 10:15 AM. The program runs for the full fall season.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Haas Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:15 to 10:00 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The class takes two Saturdays off — October 31 and November 28 —...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A beginner ballet class for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The session runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A youth basketball instruction program for children, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at Green Briar Park. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A senior citizens club meets at Wicker Park on Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026 (excluding October 3, October 17, and December 5).</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Union Park. A Saturday-morning basketball program for early childhood participants at Union Park, running weekly from September 12 through December 12. Sessions are 10 to 11 AM and focus on instruction rather...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A 12-week mixed-media painting class for adults at Wrightwood Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. The session skips October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <title>Womens Basketball - Open at Warren</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Women&#39;s basketball open play at Warren Park on Saturdays from 10:30 AM to noon, running September 12 through December 12, 2026 (excluding October 17 and November 28). Open to adults; no registration...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly Saturday-morning program at Sheridan Park for early childhood participants, running from September 12 through December 12, 10:30 to 11:15 AM. Instruction-based activities are led by park...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly open pickleball session for adults at Owens Park in Calumet Heights, running Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration or fee mentioned — just...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A Saturday morning puppetry instruction program for youth at Gill Park in Lake View, running from 11 AM to 12:30 PM on Saturdays, September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ridge Park. Tiny Tot Tumbling meets Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Ridge Park, running September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31 or November 28. The program offers tumbling...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Open basketball runs Saturdays from 11 AM to 1 PM at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, from September 12 through December 12. This is a drop-in program for adults, no registration needed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Margate Park. A teen weight training program at Margate Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No session on October 31.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-gill-2026-09-12-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Open basketball at Gill Park runs Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, September 12 through December 12, for adults. No registration required — just show up to play.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ridge Park. A gymnastics instruction program for youth at Ridge Park in Beverly, meeting Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Seward Park, meeting Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31. The activity runs weekly for the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A youth flag football program at Pulaski Park, running Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. Instruction is the focus. The program skips October 31 and November 28. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Seasonal Sports at Eckhart Park is a weekly sports instruction program for teens, meeting Saturdays from 2 to 3 PM. The session runs from September 12 through December 12 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park in...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-park-no-596-2026-09-12-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. A youth soccer instruction program at the Brighton Park Community Campus gymnasium, running Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:15 PM, September 12 through December 12. The program is open to youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Open basketball for youth at Bessemer Park, running Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. An adult basketball instructional program at Eckhart Park, running Saturdays from 3:15 to 4:45 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. Designed for adults looking to learn or refine their game.</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A weekly conditioning program for teens at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, meeting Saturdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. The class focuses on instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. Basketball instruction for teens at Pulaski Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program skips October 31 and November 28. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A weekly basketball program for early childhood participants at Mandrake Park, running Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, September 12 through December 12. The sessions focus on instruction in a structured...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A weekly open pickleball session at Pottawattomie Park, running Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. This is an adult open-play format, so bring your paddle and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. T-Ball instruction for youth at Dvorak Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. No session on October 31.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A youth basketball skills program at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM between September 12 and December 12. The instruction-based format runs through the fall season.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Dvorak (Anton) Park on the lower west side, running Saturdays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM, September 12 through December 12. No session on October 31....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A Saturday soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Skinner Park in the West Loop. Sessions run from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, starting September 12 through December 12. Registration is...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. Open volleyball at Pottawattomie Park runs Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, September 12 through December 12. The sessions are open and designed for teens.</description>
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      <title>Drop-in at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A weekly drop-in program for teens at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, offering instruction on Saturdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Park No. 595. A weekly basketball skills program for youth, held Saturdays from 11 AM to noon at Park No. 595 in Riverdale, running September 12 through December 12. Instruction-based, geared toward young players...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth instructional program at Veterans’ Memorial Park, bringing games and structured activities to the South Deering neighborhood on Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, from September 12 through...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Bingo at Wolfe Park runs Saturdays from 10:30 AM to noon, September 12 through December 12. The program is open to seniors, providing a regular low-key morning activity for the east-side neighborhood.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 girls gymnastics class at Calumet Gymnastics Center, meeting Saturdays from 12 PM to 1 PM between September 12 and December 19, 2026. The session does not meet on October 24, November 7,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Open basketball at Sherwood Park runs Saturdays from 10 AM to 12:30 PM, September 12 through December 19. This is an adult open-play session — no registration, just show up with your sneakers.</description>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Calumet Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Calumet Park, meeting Sundays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 13 through December 13. The focus is on skill development for young players.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A five-week music and movement class for early childhood and their caregivers, meeting Monday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The program runs from September 14 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A tap and ballet partnership class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:25 PM at Seward Park, running September 14 through October 19, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A six-week youth tennis program meeting Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Sherman Park, running September 14 through October 19. The program is a partnership offering, with no pricing listed....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Indian Road Park. A soccer partnership program for early childhood at Indian Road Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 to November 2, 2026, from 3:45 to 4:25 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chippewa Park. Pickleball open play at Chippewa Park on Monday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, running September 14 through November 2, 2026. Open to adults. Note the session is canceled on Monday, October 12. No...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. NERF Soccer at Wentworth Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The session runs from September 14 through November 16, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A 10-week basketball program for early childhood participants at Anderson (Louis) Park, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 14 through November 16. The sessions focus on instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Cross country training for youth at Ogden Park, meeting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through November 20. The program skips October 12 and November...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Indian Road Park. Tot Spot is a drop-in play program for early childhood, held Monday mornings at Indian Road Park from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. It runs from September 14 through November 30, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Warren</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A girls volleyball league for youth meets Monday afternoons and evenings from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Warren Park, running from September 14 through November 30, 2026. The league takes a break on October...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekday morning instructional program for early childhood at Armour Square Park, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 9 AM to noon, September 14 through December 4, 2026. The program takes a break...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Volleyball instruction for youth at Broadway Armory Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 14 through December 4. The program skips October 12 and November 11....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Kosciuszko Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, running Mondays from 12:45 to 1:30 PM. The session begins September 14 and continues through...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Scottsdale Park, running Mondays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 14 through December 7. The class focuses on skill development for adult players.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at McKiernan Playground</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for early childhood meets at McKiernan Park in Mount Greenwood on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Eugene Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-eugene-field-2026-09-14-field-eugene-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A soccer instruction program for early childhood at Field (Eugene) Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Registration...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Open basketball for teens at Jefferson Memorial Park, running Mondays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM, September 14 through December 7 (no session October 12). A straightforward drop-in slot on the court, no...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-scottsdale-2026-09-14-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Scottsdale Park, held Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A weekly tumbling program for early childhood at Wentworth Park, meeting Mondays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM. The session runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no classes on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Dooley Playground</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-dooley-playground-2026-09-14-dooley-thomas-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Dooley (Thomas) Park in Ashburn, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-14-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics class for girls at Level 2, meeting Mondays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-14-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A girls gymnastics class for levels 3 and 4 at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Senka</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Senka Park for parents and toddlers to interact together. Meets Mondays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on November 23)....</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Homan Square Community Center Park, running Mondays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Restorative Yoga at Dunham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/restorative-yoga-at-dunham-2026-09-14-dunham-robert-park/</link>
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      <category>Health and Science</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A restorative yoga class for adults at Dunham Park, meeting Mondays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 26 or November 23.</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A strength and conditioning class for adults at Wentworth Park, meeting Mondays from 7:15 to 8:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12, October 26, or November 23).</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth gymnastics program at Gompers Park on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Stem/Steam at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly STEM/STEAM instruction program for youth at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12).</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at McKinley Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-mckinley-gym-2026-09-14-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A beginner-level girls gymnastics class at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Mondays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <title>You Build It at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly youth program at Rosedale Park focused on building projects, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. Instruction is provided for participants.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Open pickleball at Gompers Park for adults, running Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). No registration or fee mentioned — just show up...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-14-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Monday mornings from 10:45 to 11:30 AM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session skips October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A weekly instructional sports program for early childhood at Kilbourn Park, meeting Mondays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12).</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-peterson-gym-2026-09-14-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running on Mondays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session is designed for early childhood ages and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tarkington Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Tarkington Park, running Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with sessions from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Note that the program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Valley Forge Park, meeting Mondays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM, September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12, 26, and November 2). The schedule covers a...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Park No. 571. A 30-minute abs and core workout class for adults, meeting Monday mornings from 9:00 to 9:30 AM at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Adams</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. Play School at Adams is an instructional program for early childhood, designed for creative play and learning at the park. The class meets Monday mornings from 9:15 to 10:45 AM, running September 14...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mom-and-baby-fitness-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly fitness class for parents and their babies, held at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The program meets Mondays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no class...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-ohallaren-2026-09-14-ohallaren-bernard-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. A low-impact chair exercise program designed for seniors, meeting Monday mornings from 10 to 11 AM at O&#39;Hallaren Park in Auburn Gresham. The series runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Union Park. Gym Monkeys is an early childhood instructional program at Union Park, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Kelly Park, meeting Mondays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-wilson-cc-2026-09-14-wilson-john-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Wilson Community Center Park offers instruction for toddlers and their caregivers. The program runs on Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly music-and-movement class for young children at Adams Park in Lincoln Park, meeting Mondays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gym-monkeys-at-green-briar-2026-09-14-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly instruction program for early childhood at Green Briar Park, meeting Mondays from 11 AM to noon. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Wrightwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-wrightwood-2026-09-14-wrightwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program for early childhood at Wrightwood Park, meeting on Mondays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Circuit training for seniors at Broadway Armory Park, led as an instructional class on Mondays from noon to 12:45 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Printmaking at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/printmaking-at-holstein-2026-09-14-holstein-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A printmaking class for adults at Holstein Park, meeting Mondays from 12:00 to 1:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Registration details are not provided.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly soccer skills program for early childhood at Wrightwood Park, meeting Mondays from 12:15 to 1:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program is instruction-based and does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ballet-beginner-at-sheil-2026-09-14-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. The session runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Rowan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-rowan-2026-09-14-rowan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. An open pickleball session for adults at Rowan Park on the east side, running Mondays from 1 to 3 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No registration or structured play — just drop in with...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/stretching-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A guided stretching program for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). No registration...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A low-key weekly program for early childhood at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Mondays from 1 to 2 PM, September 14 through December 7. The session does not meet on October 26. No pricing is listed —...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Maplewood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-maplewood-2026-09-14-maplewood-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly basketball skills session for early childhood participants at Maplewood Park, running Mondays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program is instructional in nature...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing at Olympia</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3d-printing-at-olympia-2026-09-14-olympia-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Olympia Park. A weekly 3D printing class for adults at Olympia Park, meeting Mondays from 2 to 3:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. Participants learn the basics of 3D printing through hands-on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-ridge-2026-09-14-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth soccer program at Ridge Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-in-the-park-club-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-14-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly after-school club for girls at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 26). The program offers instruction...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-loyola-2026-09-14-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A basketball program for early childhood ages, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:00 PM at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, running from September 14 through December 7.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Maplewood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-maplewood-2026-09-14-maplewood-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Maplewood Park, held Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/arts-crafts-at-horner-2026-09-14-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Horner Park runs Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026, skipping October 12. The program offers instruction for youth. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Skinner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-skinner-2026-09-14-skinner-mark-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly basketball skills program at Skinner Park for youth, running Mondays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM. The session begins September 14 and continues through December 7, with no programming on October...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids at McKinley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mighty-fit-kids-at-mckinley-2026-09-14-mckinley-william-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly fitness and instruction program for youth at McKinley Park, meeting Mondays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 26 and November 23).</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Gage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-gage-2026-09-14-gage-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Gage Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7. The program is instructional, aimed at young players looking to develop...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Wilson CC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-wilson-cc-2026-09-14-wilson-john-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. Basketball instruction for youth at Wilson (John) Community Center Park in Bridgeport, running Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. A straightforward weekly skills...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Rowan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-rowan-2026-09-14-rowan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A weekly volleyball program at Rowan Park on the east side, running Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. Designed as instruction for teens.</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics at Ping Tom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-at-ping-tom-2026-09-14-tom-ping-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A boys gymnastics program at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class offers instruction for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-pulaski-2026-09-14-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. Open basketball at Pulaski Park runs on Monday evenings from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 26 or November 23. The program is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Calumet</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tap-ballet-at-calumet-2026-09-14-calumet-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Calumet Park. Tap and ballet instruction for youth at Calumet Park, meeting Mondays from 5 to 6:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). Open to young dancers; no pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Palmer</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Palmer Park runs on Monday evenings from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program offers youth instruction in arts and crafts, making it a low-key after-school...</description>
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      <title>One-Person Show at Berger</title>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A 12-week adult instruction program at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Mondays from 5 to 9 PM between September 14 and December 7 (no session on October 12). The source provides a category label...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at McKinley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-mckinley-2026-09-14-mckinley-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at McKinley Park, running Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 14 through December 7. The session focuses on skill-building for young players.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-mcguane-2026-09-14-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Adult volleyball instruction at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, running Mondays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Open to adults of all skill levels.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly basketball skills program at West Pullman Park, meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM from September 14 through December 7. The session is instruction-based and open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-holstein-2026-09-14-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A parent-and-tot activity program at Holstein Park, meeting Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session is designed for early childhood instruction,...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-at-park-no-596-2026-09-14-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. A girls volleyball program for teens at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. The focus is on instruction, making this a solid choice...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - 4 on 4 at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A 4-on-4 basketball program for youth runs Monday evenings from 6:45 to 7:45 PM at Kennedy Park, starting September 14 and continuing through December 7. The session skips October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A 45-minute boot camp workout for adults at Berger Park, held on Monday evenings from 6:45 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly open pickleball session at Pulaski Park for adults, running Mondays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. Note the schedule skips Monday, October 26, and Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A youth soccer skills program at Marquette Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session is focused on instruction for young players, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Monday mornings from 8:15 to 9:15 AM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly art-making session for early childhood at Warren Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Mondays from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly recreational program for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, 12:00 to 3:00 PM. The session includes instruction-based activities and...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly yoga class for young children at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, running on Mondays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A piano instruction program for seniors at Horner Park, meeting Mondays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session does not meet on October 12. Registration and pricing...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. A weekly after-school club for girls at Wilson Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between September 14 and December 7. The program focuses on instruction and is open to youth participants....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A youth flag football program at Horner Park runs on Mondays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, starting September 14 through December 7, with no session on October 12. The activity focuses on instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Open basketball runs Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:45 PM at Fosco (Peter) Park, from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12. The program is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Powerlifting at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly powerlifting training program for adults with intellectual disabilities, hosted by Special Olympics at Loyola Park. Sessions run on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Revere</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly sports instruction program for early childhood at Revere Park, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open pickleball at Broadway Armory Park, open to adults every Monday from noon to 2 PM. Runs from September 14 through December 7. Just show up with your paddle.</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A weekly circuit training session for adults at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Mondays from 6 to 7 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, with instruction included. No further...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Norwood Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports runs as an instruction program for teens at Norwood Park, meeting Mondays and Tuesdays from 3 to 6 PM, September 14 through December 8, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A hip-hop dance instruction program for youth at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 14 through December 9, 2026 (no session on October 12...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Modern at Smith Playlot</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. A modern dance class for youth at Smith (Wendell) Park in Roseland, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 PM, September 14 through December 9. The session runs for most of the fall, with breaks...</description>
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      <title>Girls Recreational Tumbling at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Girls Recreational Tumbling meets at Kelvyn Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM, running September 14 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 12 or November 11. This...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A twice-weekly class focused on back strength and balance for seniors, meeting at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. Sessions run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Open pickleball play at McGuane Park’s courts, open to adults on Monday afternoons from 1 to 3 PM and Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 AM, running from September 14 through December 10 (no session on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Merrimac Park. Kiddie College at Merrimac Park is an early childhood instruction program for the youngest learners, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The session runs from...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ridge Park. Open pickleball play at Ridge Park, open to adults on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM, running September 14 through December 11. The schedule skips October 12 and November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A low-impact chair-based exercise program for seniors at West Pullman Park, running Mondays and Fridays from noon to 1 PM, September 14 through December 11. The class focuses on instruction-style...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Drop-in pickleball at Owens Park in Calumet Heights, open to adults on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from noon to 2 PM, running September 14 through December 11. No session on Wednesday, November...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids (Spec Rec) - Fall at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. An after-school recreation program for youth at Loyola Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from September 14 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on holidays and school breaks. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A preschool program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, running September 14 through December 11,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekday social gathering for seniors at Ellis Park, running Monday through Friday from noon to 2 PM, starting September 14 through December 11. The program takes place most days, with breaks on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Don Nash Community Center Park is a drop-in program for seniors, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 11 AM to noon, September 14 through December 11. Instruction is provided, though the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM at Norwood Park from September 14 through December 14, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Soccer for Success is an instructional youth program meeting Monday evenings from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at West Lawn Park. The program runs from September 14 through December 14, 2026, offering weekly...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A chair-based exercise program for adults at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Monday mornings from 8:45 to 9:45 AM, September 14 through December 14. The class does not meet on October 12....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly yoga partnership program for early childhood participants at Holstein Park in Bucktown, running Mondays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, September 14 through December 14. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A chair-based exercise class for seniors, held at Harris Park on Mondays from noon to 1 PM, running September 14 through December 14, 2026. No session on October 12. No pricing information listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports provides weekly instruction for young adults at Mann Park. Sessions run Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, September 14 through December 14, 2026, with no programming on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, running Mondays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM between September 14 and December 14. The program takes a break on October 26 and November 23....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Open volleyball at Broadway Armory Park runs Monday evenings from 6 to 8 PM, September 14 through December 14, with no sessions on October 12 or October 26. This is a drop-in program for adults — no...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spr at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A preschool-style program for early childhood, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM at Lincoln Park Cultural Center. Runs from September 14, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Cardio Tennis at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park runs Tuesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, September 15 through October 20. The program is a partnership activity designed for adults who want a...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Senn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. Open volleyball at Senn Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, running September 15 through November 19. This is open play for teens.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Union Park. Open badminton for adults at Union Park, running Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, September 15 through November 28. No registration or fee listed — likely drop-in.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for seniors at Pulaski Park, running Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM between September 15 and December 1, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth recreational tumbling program at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM from September 15 through December 1, 2026. The class does not meet on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Schreiber Park. A drop-off program for early childhood at Schreiber Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM from September 15 through December 1 (skipping Thursday, November 26). The session...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gym-monkeys-at-independence-2026-09-15-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Independence Park. An early childhood gym instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 15 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Bowling (Special Rec) at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bowling-special-rec-at-independence-2026-09-15-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Independence Park. Bowling instruction for all ages at Independence Park, running Tuesdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A basketball instruction program for teens at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:45 PM, running September 15 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Douglass</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/special-olympics-seasonal-sports-at-douglass-2026-09-15-douglass-anna-and-frederick-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports offers adaptive sports instruction for adults at Douglass Park. The program meets Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM, running September 15 through December 8 (skipping...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Rutherford Sayre Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM, September 15 through December 8, 2026. No sessions on October 27 and November 3.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Douglass</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-special-rec-at-douglass-2026-09-15-douglass-anna-and-frederick-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A weekly drop-in program at Douglass Park for youth, running Tuesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between September 15 and December 8 (skipping October 27 and November 24). The city’s description lists it...</description>
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      <title>Adult Leadership Club(Special Rec) at Gage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly adult leadership program at Gage Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 3 PM between September 15 and December 8, 2026. The program is instructional in nature and designed for adults, though it...</description>
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      <title>Social Club (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/social-club-special-rec-at-mann-2026-09-15-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly social program for adults at Mann Park, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 3 PM, September 15 through December 8, 2026 (skipping October 27 and November 24). The description lists it as...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Donovan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tumbling-at-donovan-2026-09-15-donovan-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Donovan (George) Park. A weekly tumbling program for early childhood at Donovan Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM from September 15 through December 8. Registration covers the full session.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-mcguane-2026-09-15-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Volleyball instruction for youth at McGuane Park, running Tuesdays from September 15 to December 8, 2026. Sessions are 3:45 to 4:45 PM.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Donovan (George) Park. A recreational tumbling program at Donovan Park in Bridgeport, meeting on Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 15 through December 8. Designed for youth participants, it offers instruction in...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Jackson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cross-country-at-jackson-2026-09-15-jackson-fieldhouse/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. A youth cross-country program at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM from September 15 through December 8. The activity is instructional in nature and open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at The Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cross-country-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-09-15-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A youth cross country program at The Park at NTA, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, September 15 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Welles</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-welles-2026-09-15-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A teen volleyball instruction program at Welles (Gideon) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, running September 15 through December 8, 2026. The program skips October 27 and November 24....</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A walking club for seniors at Merrimac Park, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 2 to 2:45 PM between September 15 and December 10, 2026. The program does not meet during the weeks...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Amundsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-amundsen-2026-09-15-amundsen-roald-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A youth volleyball program at Amundsen Park in Galewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM from September 15 through December 10, 2026. Note that there is no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-lincoln-2026-09-15-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A conditioning class for seniors at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, running from September 15 through December 10. Note that the program does...</description>
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      <title>Mom, Pop &amp; Tot Yoga at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A parent-child yoga program for toddlers and their grown-ups, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:45 to 1:30 PM at Armour Square Park. The session runs from September 15 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly drop-in arts and crafts program for youth at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:00 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Abbott Park in Roseland, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, starting September 15 through December 10, 2026. Instruction-based, with...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, running Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:45 PM, September 15 through December 10. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer - 3 on 3 at The Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-3-on-3-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-09-15-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A 3-on-3 soccer program for youth at The Park at NTA, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 15 through December 10. Instruction-focused, with no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A floor hockey instruction program for youth at Fosco (Peter) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM. The program runs from September 15 through December 10, 2026, with no session...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A boot camp fitness program at Nash Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 15 through December 10. The session is for adults, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Daily Living Skills (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A weekly skills program for adults at Bessemer (Henry) Park, focusing on daily living instruction. Sessions meet Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running from September 15...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A skills-building program for all ages at West Pullman Park, focusing on daily living instruction. The group meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:00 to 5:30 PM, running from September 15...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth recreation program at Kosciuszko Park running Tuesdays through Fridays from September 15 through December 11. The schedule shifts by day: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A multi-session sports instruction program for adults at West Pullman Park, running from September 15 to December 12, 2026. Sessions take place Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Fall Winter Spr at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A recurring adult leisure education program at Shabbona Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM from September 15, 2026 through May 18, 2027, with breaks on several holiday dates. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-special-rec-at-bessemer-2026-09-16-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A learn-to-swim program for adults at Bessemer Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, running September 16 through October 7. The sessions focus on instruction for adult swimmers of any...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A cardio tennis program for adults at Douglass Park, meeting Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 PM from September 16 through October 21. This is a partnership group session — no further details on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. A ten-week fitness boot camp at Murray Park in Englewood, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 16 through November 18, 2026. The program is designed for adults and includes...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Owens</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly adult fitness class focused on tone, stretch, and balance at Owens Park. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 to 10 AM, September 16 through December 2, 2026, with no session on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for youth at Pulaski Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 16 through December 2, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Open basketball at Armour Square Park for teens, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, September 16 through December 4. No registration or fee mentioned — just show up with a ball.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Homework Time at Schreiber Park is a structured after-school program for youth, held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM, and on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Art (Special Rec) at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Norwood Park. An art instruction program at Norwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:30 PM, running September 16 through December 9, 2026. The schedule skips October 28, November 11, and November 25. Open...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Gymnastics instruction for all ages at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 16 through December 9 (skipping November 11). Instruction-based. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Yoga &amp; Movement (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly yoga and movement class for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28 or...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Union</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Union Park. Gym Monkeys is a weekly early childhood instruction program at Union Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>SO Seasonal Sports/Around the World (Special Rec) at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A seasonal sports and recreation program for adults at McGuane Park, running Wednesdays from 10 AM to 3 PM, September 16 through December 9. The schedule skips October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <title>Family Arts and Crafts at Wilson (John P.)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. Family Arts and Crafts at Wilson (John P.) Park is a weekly drop-in program for young children, focusing on hands-on creative projects and instruction. The session runs every Wednesday from 11:00 AM...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood, held at Washington Park. The program runs Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM, starting September 16 through December 9, with no class on November 11....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly conditioning program for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The session runs from September 16 through December 9, 2026, and is...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly stretching session for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Wednesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 16 through December 9. The program takes a break on November 11....</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly basketball skills program for early childhood participants at Commercial Club Playground, running Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The session does...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at McKinley Park, running Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM through December 9. The program focuses on basic motor skills and movement...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A youth karate program at Fuller Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The session runs for the fall season and is open to young participants for...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Bocce and Football at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Loyola Park. Bocce and football instruction for all ages, offered through Special Olympics programming at Loyola Park. The program meets on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, running from September 16 through...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Small group personal training at Don Nash Community Center, designed for seniors and focused on instruction. Sessions take place Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:45 PM, running September 16 through December...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Jackson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Flag Football at Jackson Fieldhouse runs Wednesdays through Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 16 through December 10, 2026 (excluding Thursday, November 26). The program offers instruction...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise (Special Rec) at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for adults, meeting at Welles (Gideon) Park on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, running September 16 through December 11. The schedule excludes October...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Donovan</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Donovan (George) Park. Team Tumbling at Donovan Park offers youth tumbling instruction on Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, running September 16 through December 11, 2026. The program takes a break on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Social Club (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A weekly social program at Bessemer Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, September 16 through December 16, 2026 (skipping Oct 28, Nov 11, and Nov 25). The activity is listed as instruction...</description>
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      <title>CPD Swim Club at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A swim club offering instruction for all ages at Shabbona Park, meeting Wednesdays through Fridays from 6:45 to 8:45 PM, September 16 through December 18, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-league-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-16-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth girls volleyball league at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 8:30 PM, September 16 through December 23, 2026 (no session on November 11). Open to youth players;...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A six-week youth tennis program at Eugene Field Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 17 and October 22. This partnership-based activity introduces the basics of the game to...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Cardio Tennis sessions at Revere Park, held Thursday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, September 17 through October 22. Designed for adults.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A six-week dance partnership program for adults meeting Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Indian Boundary Park in West Ridge. The series runs from September 17 through October 22. The source...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. A youth flag football skills program at Wolfe Park on the east side, meeting Thursdays from September 17 through November 5, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program provides instruction for youth...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Schreiber Park. A weekly music and movement class for early childhood at Schreiber Park in Rogers Park, meeting Thursdays from September 17 to November 19, 2026, 10:15 to 11:00 AM.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Union</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Union Park. A weekly open pickleball session for adults at Union Park, running Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, September 17 through November 19. Drop in to play on the available courts; no registration or fee is...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly table tennis session for seniors at Fuller Park, with instruction and open play on Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. The program runs from September 17 through December 3, 2026, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A Special Olympics sports league for adults runs on Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM at Vittum Park in Garfield Ridge. The program starts September 17 and continues through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A tumbling class for early childhood participants at Merrimac Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM. The session runs from September 17 through December 10, 2026, with no class on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Mommy and Me Ballet at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mommy-and-me-ballet-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-17-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A parent-child ballet class for early childhood, held Thursday mornings from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. The series runs September 17 through December 10, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympic Lap Swim (Special Rec) at Welles</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly lap swim for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, held Thursdays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Welles Park in Lincoln Square. The program runs from September 17 through December...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth dodgeball instruction program at Wicker Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 17 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A youth soccer instruction program at West Pullman Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 17 through December 10, 2026. Skips the session on Thursday, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Cornell Square Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Runs from September 17 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving on November 26....</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Palmer (Potter) Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM, September 17 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26). Designed for young players who...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly yoga class for adults at Rosedale Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. The session runs from September 17 through December 10, 2026, with no class on Thanksgiving (November 26). No...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A six-week tennis partnership program for youth, running Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, starting September 18 through October 23. The program is listed as a partnership...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Dance at Edison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A weekly dance class for early childhood participants at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park, held Fridays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, running September 18 through December 4, 2026. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Cragin</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Cragin Park. A youth dodgeball program at Cragin Park, meeting Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM between September 18 and December 4, 2026. The session includes instruction and does not meet on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Cragin</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Cragin Park. Teen Club at Cragin Park is a weekly drop-in program for teens, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, running September 18 through December 4, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Bowling at Gage</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly bowling program for Special Olympics participants at Gage Park, running Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM between September 18 and December 4, 2026. The schedule skips October 30 and November 27....</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Pre-Teen Club at Schreiber Park gives kids a chance to hang out after school on Fridays, running from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program meets weekly from September 18 through December 4, 2026, and is open...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A weekly volleyball instruction program for youth at The Park at NTA, running Fridays from 4:00 to 7:00 PM from September 18 through December 4, 2026. The activity is listed as instruction, so...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A seasonal sports program for teens at Cornell Square Park, running Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from September 18 through December 4. The instruction-based activity is designed for teenagers,...</description>
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      <title>Indoor Tennis League 3.5 Singles at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-tennis-league-35-singles-at-mcfetridge-2026-09-18-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An indoor tennis league for adult 3.5-level singles players at McFetridge Sports Center. The league runs Fridays from noon to 2 PM, September 18 through December 11, 2026, with no session on November...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at West Lawn Park. An adult circuit training class at West Lawn Park, held Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM between September 18 and December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Fall at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly instructional program for adults at Shabbona Park, running Fridays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-18-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. Rising Stars Gymnastics is a Friday afternoon class for early childhood at Avondale Gymnastics Center, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026. Sessions meet from 2:45 to 3:30 PM, with no...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM at West Lawn Park, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based, no performance or competition...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. A teen basketball instruction program at Pasteur Park, running Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 18 through December 11, 2026. Open to teens only.</description>
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      <title>Girls Team Tumbling at Senka</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A weekly tumbling class for youth girls at Senka Park, running Fridays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM between September 18 and December 11, 2026. Instruction-based, with no session on November 27.</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Chair Exercise at Hayes Park offers a low-impact fitness option for seniors, meeting on Mondays and Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. The program runs from September 18 through December 11, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Merrimac Park. Little Artists at Merrimac Park is an early childhood art program meeting on Mondays and Fridays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program is instructor-led...</description>
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      <title>Adult Leadership Club (Special Rec) at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly Friday program for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The club provides instruction in leadership skills, with...</description>
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      <title>Bowling League (Special Rec) at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A bowling league for all ages meets Fridays from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM at Eckhart Park, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program is instructional in format, open to any skill level.</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A conditioning class for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Fridays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Fitness (Special Rec) at Owens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A fitness instruction program at Owens Park, meeting Fridays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. Open to all ages, with no session on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Special Olympics swimming instruction at Harrison (Carter) Park runs Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, starting September 18 through December 11. The program is open to all ages and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Special Rec) at Owens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A learn-to-swim program at Owens Park, open to all ages and meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. Instruction is the focus, with no classes on October...</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning - Basketball at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Sports Conditioning – Basketball offers teen instruction at Don Nash Community Center Park on Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30 or...</description>
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      <title>Dream Girls Mentoring Program at Hermitage</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Hermitage Park. A weekly mentoring program for youth at Hermitage Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 18 through December 11. Focused on instruction and designed for teens.</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Owens</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Owens Park, held Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, running September 18 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-led, no registration details provided.</description>
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      <title>Reading Club at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A reading club for adults meets on Friday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:45 PM at Rainbow Beach Park, running from September 18 through December 11. The source lists an open age range, so the discussion...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Fall Winter Spr at Shabbona</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leisure-ed-special-rec-fall-winter-spr-at-shabbona-2026-09-18-shabbona-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A recurring adult activity program at Shabbona Park, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM between September 18, 2026 and May 21, 2027. The schedule excludes October 30, November 27, and December 25,...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A youth tennis introduction program meeting Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running September 19 through October 24, 2026. The partnership format suggests instruction is...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Tuley Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for ten weeks starting September 19. This is instructional play, not a formal league, open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Teen Sports (Deaf &amp; HOH) at Horner</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A teen sports program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing participants, with instruction in recreational activities. Meets Saturdays from September 19 to December 5, 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Horner Park, though...</description>
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      <title>Swimming (Special Rec) at Independence</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Independence Park. A swimming instruction program for all ages at Independence Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. The session runs from September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no class on October 31...</description>
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      <title>Bowling (Special Rec) at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly bowling instruction program at Kosciuszko Park, held Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, running September 19 through December 12, 2026 (skipping October 31 and November 28). Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Don Nash</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly basketball fundamentals class for early childhood participants at Don Nash Community Center Park, running Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM between September 19 and December 12. The program...</description>
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      <title>Super Saturdays (Special Rec) at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Super Saturdays at McGuane Park is a drop-in recreation program that runs on Saturdays from 10 AM to 3 PM, September 19 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28. The program...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Don Nash</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A youth basketball skills instruction program at Nash (Don) Community Center Park, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 or...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Washington</title>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A Saturday afternoon program at Washington Park offering instruction in leisure education for all ages, meeting from 12 to 3 PM from September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports offers adult instruction at Mount Greenwood Park on Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM, running September 19 through December 12, 2026 (skipping October 31 and November 28)....</description>
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      <title>Youth Wheelchair Basketball at Rainbow Beach</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/youth-wheelchair-basketball-at-rainbow-beach-2026-09-19-rainbow-beach-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A youth wheelchair basketball program at Rainbow Beach Park, running Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, September 19, 2026 through April 17, 2027. The program offers instruction for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. A dedicated lap-swim session for seniors at Independence Park, running Monday mornings from 9 to 10 AM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The program skips October 12. Open to senior-age...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Portage</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth swim program at Portage Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. An adult learn-to-swim program at Blackhawk Park, running Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, September 21 through December 7, 2026. The program takes a break on October 26 and November 23. This instruction...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Recreational Tumbling at Schreiber Park runs on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 21 through December 7 (skipping October 12). The program offers youth instruction in basic tumbling skills....</description>
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      <title>Teen Swim at Foster</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. Teen Swim at Foster Park runs on Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12. This is an open swim period for teens only, held at the...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at The Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-09-21-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A parent-and-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at The Park at NTA. The session runs from September 21 through December 7, 2026, with no classes on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Homan Square</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A recurring open swim session for youth at Homan Square Community Center Park, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 21 through December 9. The schedule excludes...</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Hayes</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A dedicated lap swim or open swim slot for seniors at the Hayes Park pool, running Monday through Thursday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, from September 21 through December 10. The program is closed on...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Homan Square</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. TEAM Sports at Homan Square Community Center Park is an instructional program for youth that runs weekdays from September 21 through December 11, 2026. Afternoon sessions take place Monday through...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Tot Swim at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-tot open swim at Gill Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 10 to 11 AM from September 21 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood ages, with the pool closed on Monday,...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Adult lap swim at Ping Tom Memorial Park, running weekdays from 11 AM to noon between September 21 and December 11. Open to all adults, with no programming on October 12, November 11, or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Senior Swim at West Pullman Park offers lap swimming or water walking for older adults on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 21 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ridge Park. Senior Swim at Ridge Park offers open lap swimming for older adults on weekday afternoons from noon to 1 PM, running from September 21 through December 11. The program skips October 12, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A youth swim program at Ellis Park in Oakland runs weekdays from September 21 to December 11, with a rotating schedule that includes Monday sessions at 3:00 PM (and 4:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays),...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Ping Tom</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. TEAM Sports at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs as an after-school instructional program for youth, meeting weekdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, September 21 through December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Parent and child swim sessions at The Park at NTA, open to youth participants. The program runs Mondays and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, beginning September 21 and ending December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A multi-sport instruction program for youth at Harris Park in Woodlawn, running Monday through Friday from September 21 to December 11. Sessions are 5:00 to 6:45 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Adult lap swim at Hayes Park runs weekdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM and Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, starting September 21 through December 12. The program is open to adults and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Open swim hours at Austin Town Hall Park run on a weekly schedule from September 21 through December 12. The pool is open Mondays through Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Lap swim at Sheridan Park is available for adults on a drop-in basis from September 21 through December 12. The pool is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7 to 9 AM; Monday through Friday from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. Adult open swim at Foster Park in Auburn-Gresham, with sessions Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from noon to 1 PM, Tuesdays 11 AM to 1 PM, and Saturdays 9 to 10 AM, running September 21 through...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Parent and child swim time at Fosco (Peter) Park runs on a recurring schedule from September 21 through December 12, 2026. Sessions take place Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:00 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Lap swim at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs on a rotating weekly schedule from September 21 through December 12, 2026. Morning sessions are available Mondays through Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, with...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ridge Park. A parent-child swim program at Ridge Park, running from September 21 through December 13, 2026. Sessions take place daily from 2 to 3 PM, plus an additional Monday evening slot from 8 to 8:45 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A four-session music and movement program for early childhood participants and their adults, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The class runs September 22...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An open drop-in play session for early childhood at McFetridge Sports Center. Tot Spot meets Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running from September 22 through October 13, 2026, in Irving...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A girls youth volleyball league meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at McKinley Park, running from September 22 through November 24, 2026. This is a team-based league program for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Adult Swim at Austin Town Hall is a weekly open swim session for adults, held Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The program runs from September 22 through December 8, 2026, at the Austin Town Hall Park...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Independence Park. A youth swim instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth learn-to-swim program at Wentworth (John) Park, held on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, running September 22 through December 8, 2026. The session skips October 27 and November 24. Open to...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program designed for seniors at Shabbona Park in Dunning. The class meets on Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, running September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM at Eckhart Park. The program runs from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A twelve-session swim class for early childhood participants at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM between September 22 and December 8, 2026 — with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A parent-and-tot swim class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Sheridan Park. The session runs from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A swim instruction program for toddlers at Sheridan Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3 to 4 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Nature Fun at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Nature Fun at Humboldt Park runs as a recurring program for early childhood participants on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, September 22 through December 10, 2026. The program offers...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Open swim at The Park at NTA runs on a weekly schedule from September 22 through December 10: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The pool is closed on...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. TEAM Sports at Austin Town Hall Park runs as an instructional program for youth, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM, starting September 22 through December 10 (skipping Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Sewing at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A sewing instruction program for adults at Pulaski Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 PM from September 22 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26).</description>
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      <title>Parent and Tot Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Parent and Tot Swim at Mann Park is a recurring open swim session for early childhood participants, held Tuesdays through Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 22 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Teen Swim at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. Teen open swim at Rosenblum Park, available Tuesday through Friday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 22 through December 11, 2026. The program is for teens ages 13 to 17, with...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Harris</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Adult Swim at Harris Park offers open swim sessions for adults on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, and again on Tuesdays and Fridays from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM. The program runs from...</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Senior Swim at Harrison Park offers dedicated lap swimming hours for older adults, running on a regular schedule from September 22 through December 12. The pool is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Adult-only open swim at Mann Park runs Tuesdays through Saturdays from September 22 to December 12, 2026, with morning and afternoon sessions (plus a Saturday afternoon slot), except on November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Carver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Open swim at Carver Park runs on a regular schedule from September 22 through December 12: Tuesday through Friday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, and Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM. Open to all...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Pasteur Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 22 through December 15. Instruction-based, no details on pricing or registration.</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Wednesdays from September 23 to December 9, 2026, at Hayes Park in Ashburn. Sessions run from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Portage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Portage Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood at Portage Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM. The session runs from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no classes on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors at La Follette Park, running Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 23 through December 9. The program skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Portage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Portage Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors meets Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at Portage Park, running from September 23 through December 9, 2026. The program takes a break on October 28,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Eckhart Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM. The program runs September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim Advanced at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A swim instruction program for youth at Eckhart Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM between September 23 and December 9, 2026. The schedule skips October 28, November 11, and November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Park No. 595. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults, meeting Wednesdays from 7 to 8 PM at Park No. 595 in Riverdale. The program runs September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 28,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Parent and Child Swim at West Pullman Park runs on a regular schedule through December 12: Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, and Saturdays from 3:15 to 4:45 PM. This open swim program is...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth swim instruction program at La Follette Park, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 24 through November 19, 2026, with no session on October 29. Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Oakdale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Oakdale Park. A weekly Thursday afternoon program for youth at Oakdale Park, running from September 24 to November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 5:30 PM. The sessions offer instruction through games and activities.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A structured swim instruction program for homeschooled youth at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, September 24 through December 10, 2026. The class does...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-24-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly swim class for early childhood participants at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A 12-week youth swim instruction program at Wentworth Park, meeting Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, running September 24 through December 10. The program takes two scheduled breaks — no...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-ii-low-impact-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-24-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Thursdays from September 24 to December 10, 9:15 to 10:15 AM, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26. The class...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Don Nash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-i-water-walking-at-don-nash-2026-09-24-nash-don-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A low-impact water walking program for seniors at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 8:00 to 9:00 AM. The session runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-mcguane-2026-09-24-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A parent-child swim class at McGuane Park, designed for early childhood. The session runs Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 24 through December 10, with no class on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A 12-session parent-child swim class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM at Eckhart Park. The program runs from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Don Nash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-don-nash-2026-09-24-nash-don-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A structured swim class for early childhood participants at Don Nash Community Center Park. The program meets Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, running from September 24 through December 10, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-and-child-swim-at-carver-2026-09-24-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A parent-and-child open swim session at Carver Park, held Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM, running September 24 through December 10 (skipping November 26). Open to youth of all ages. A straightforward...</description>
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      <title>Private Swim Lessons at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Private swim lessons for adults at West Pullman Park, running Thursdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Harrison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-harrison-2026-09-24-harrison-carter-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A parent-tot swim class for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Harrison (Carter) Park. The program runs September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Ridge Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise program for adults at Ridge Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, running September 24 through December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Rutherford Sayre</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-rutherford-sayre-2026-09-25-rutherford-sayre-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. Team Tumbling at Rutherford Sayre Park is a youth instruction program that runs Fridays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, September 25 through December 4, 2026. The activity is geared toward children and focuses...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Blackhawk</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-ii-low-impact-at-blackhawk-2026-09-25-blackhawk-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Low-impact aquatic exercise for adults at Blackhawk Park, meeting Fridays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM. The session runs September 25 through December 11, with no class on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-25-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A swim instruction program for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, running Fridays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 25 through December 11. The program skips October 30 and November 27. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Homan Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-homan-square-2026-09-25-homan-square-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Tiny Tot Swim – Level II at Homan Square Community Center Park is an instructional swim class for early childhood, held on Fridays from 6 to 7 PM. The program runs from September 25 through December...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-harris-2026-09-25-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A swim class for young children at Harris Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026. No session on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Parent and Child Swim at Ellis Park runs Friday evenings from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 25 through December 11. The program is open to youth, with an adult required in the water alongside them. No...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Mann</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A parent-accompanied swim class for early childhood participants at Mann Park, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026. The program skips October 30 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level III at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-iii-at-mcguane-2026-09-25-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A weekly swim instruction class for early childhood at McGuane Park, focusing on Level III skills. The program runs Fridays from 7 to 8 PM, September 25 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Kelly</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A 12-session swim instruction program for early childhood participants at Kelly Park, meeting Fridays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, running September 25 through December 11. The schedule excludes October 30...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Rosenblum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-iii-high-impact-at-rosenblum-2026-09-25-park-no-595/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Park No. 595, meeting Fridays from 7:00 to 8:00 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026. The class does not meet on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Welles</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A recurring parent-and-child swim session at the Welles Park pool, running Fridays from 7 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 12:45 to 2:15 PM, September 25 through December 12. Designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Gill</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A parent-and-child open swim session at Gill Park, running on Sundays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM and Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, from September 25 through December 13. This is a recurring drop-in program...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - 3 on 3 at Bosley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A weekly 3-on-3 basketball program for youth at Bosley Park, meeting Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 25 through December 18. Instruction is included. Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Blackhawk</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-blackhawk-2026-09-26-blackhawk-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A learn-to-swim program for youth at Blackhawk Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 26 through December 5, 2026, with no classes on October 31 or November 28.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Homan Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-homan-square-2026-09-26-homan-square-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for early childhood participants at Homan Square Community Center Park. Classes meet Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, beginning September 26 and running through...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Blackhawk</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-blackhawk-2026-09-26-blackhawk-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A Saturday-morning swim class for toddlers at Blackhawk Park, running from September 26 to December 12 (skipping October 31 and November 28). Level I introduces early childhood swimmers to water...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-piotrowski-2026-09-26-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A swim instruction class for early childhood at Piotrowski Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:05 to 11:00 AM from September 26 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October 31 or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A low-impact aquatic cycling class at Rosenblum Park, meeting Saturdays from 8:00 to 9:00 AM. The session runs September 26 through December 12, with no class on October 31 or November 28. Open to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A weekly swim instruction program for early childhood at Rosenblum Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no class on October 31...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood at Mann Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, with no class on October 31, November 21, or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A Saturday morning swim class for early childhood at Sheridan Park, running from September 26 to December 12, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. The Level II instruction skips October 31 and November 28. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for toddlers and preschoolers at Eckhart Park, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, running September 26 through December 12 with no sessions on October 31 or...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Parent and Child Swim at Sheridan Park offers a weekly open swim session for families with young children, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM between September 26 and December 12, 2026. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A parent-and-child open swim session at Ellis Park, held Saturdays from 3:15 to 4:30 PM, running September 26 through December 12, 2026. The program is open to youth and their guardians for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood, held Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM at Carver Park in Riverdale. Runs from September 26 through December 12, skipping October 31 and November 28. No...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A youth learn-to-swim program at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 PM from September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28. Instruction...</description>
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      <title>USAG Girls Team Gymnastics Lev. 6+ at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A three-week gymnastics program for competitive-level girls (Level 6 and above) at Morgan Park Sports Center. Athletes train Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, plus...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A ten-session swim instruction class for early childhood participants at Shabbona Park, held on Mondays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, running September 28 through December 7, 2026. The program skips October...</description>
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      <title>USAG Girls Team Gymnastics Lev. 4 - 5 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics instruction program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, running from Tuesday, September 29 through Saturday, October 17. Participants meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 9:00 PM...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Morgan Park Sports Center for youth participants at Level 3, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM during the September 29 to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A lifeguard training program for young adults at Fernwood Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 4 to 6 PM from September 29 through December 18. Participants receive instruction in water safety and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A weekly open-ice session for hockey players looking to practice shooting and stickhandling outside of a game or clinic. Stick &amp; Puck runs Friday mornings from 9:45 to 11:15 AM at the McFetridge Ice...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Bingo at McKinley Park runs on the second Friday of each month from October 9 through November 13, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. The activity is open to seniors.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekly open basketball session for teens at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running Fridays from 8 to 10 PM through January 8, 2027. The program takes place every Friday except December 25 and...</description>
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      <title>Canine Cruise</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A canine-themed cruise aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises, happening Saturday, October 10. Bring your dog for a ride on the Chicago River. Check with the venue for time and ticket pricing.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A 30-minute open skating session for all ages at McFetridge Sports Center, held on Saturday, October 10, from 12:00 to 12:30 PM. This is a freestyle ice session designated for pre-alpha through delta...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Senior Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A holiday morning swim for adults 60 and older at Mann Park on Monday, October 12, from 9:45 to 10:45 AM. The session is social and unstructured — some participants work on their strokes, others just...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A social swim for youth ages 6 to 17 at Mann Park on Monday, October 12, from 12:45 to 1:45 PM. Participants can work on their strokes or just float around — no instruction, just a casual holiday...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A social adult swim at Mann Park on Monday, October 12, from 1:45 to 2:15 PM, open to anyone 18 and older. Some participants work on their strokes; others just float and chat. A low-key option for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Open basketball at Gately Park on Monday, October 12, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, open to youth. No registration fee is listed, and the session is a straightforward drop-in opportunity for anyone...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. An indoor track and field training program for youth at Gately Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, running from October 13, 2026, through February 4, 2027....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly basketball program for young children at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running from October 14, 2026 through February 24, 2027 (skipping November 11). This...</description>
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      <title>Poetry Pop-up: Lives of Plants</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Field Museum. The Field Museum hosts a poetry pop-up on Thursday morning, October 15, from 10:00 AM to noon. Attendees can explore poems that touch on the lives of plants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Pre-K open gym at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Friday, October 16, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Designed for early childhood ages, with open play time for little ones.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A weekly tumbling class for young children, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. The program runs October 17 through December 5, 2026, skipping October 31....</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink (Indoor). A youth introductory hockey program at Morgan Park Sports Center Ice Rink, meeting Saturdays from 1:25 to 2:25 PM from October 17 through December 19, 2026. The program does not meet on November 7 or...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Adaptive Dance at McFetridge Sports Center offers a Sunday afternoon dance instruction session for youth, running from 2:00 to 3:00 PM on October 18, 2026. The program is designed for young...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at The Shops at North Bridge. A vintage market takes over The Shops at North Bridge on Sunday, October 18, inviting shoppers to browse antique and second-hand goods in a streeterville setting.</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A five-week gymnastics program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, October 19 through November 20. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A USA Gymnastics team training program for Level 6 and above, running at Morgan Park Sports Center from October 19 through November 21. The schedule is Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5 to 9...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Strength and conditioning training for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Mondays from 1 to 2 PM from October 19 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 26 or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A Mini Poms dance program for early childhood, offering instruction on Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Runs from October 19 to December 7, 2026, with no session on November 23. At Morgan Park Sports...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A youth instruction program at Ping Tom Memorial Park that turns discarded materials into something new. The series runs on Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, from October 19 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth girls basketball league at Addams Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:15 PM from October 19 to December 18, 2026, with a break during Thanksgiving week. Open to young players as...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A USAG Girls Team Gymnastics Level 3 program at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, running from October 20 through November 21,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics training program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 9:00 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, October 20 through November 21....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A weekly sports instruction program for early childhood at McKiernan Park in Mount Greenwood, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from October 20 through December 8 (skipping November 24). No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A strength and conditioning program for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park in West Town, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM between October 20 and December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A youth basketball skills program meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Eckhart Park, running from October 20 through December 8, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A women&#39;s volleyball league for adults plays Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, running from October 20, 2026 through March 2, 2027. Teams compete in a league format.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Chicago History Museum. A screening of *Stand Up* at the Chicago History Museum on Tuesday, October 20, at 6:30 PM. The source material doesn&#39;t provide any detail about the film itself—whether it&#39;s a documentary, narrative...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North. A free screening of *I Love Boosters* in the Claudia Cassidy Theater at the Chicago Cultural Center, followed by a talkback. The film screens on Wednesday, October 21, from 6:30 to 9 PM on the second...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Snowplow Sam 3 is a beginning ice skating class for early childhood skaters, focusing on basic skills through instruction. The program runs Wednesdays from 12:00 to 12:30 PM at Morgan Park Sports...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Field Museum. Poetry Pop-up: Space Rock Poetry lands at the Field Museum on Thursday, October 22, from 10 AM to noon. The event&#39;s focus on space rocks and poetry suggests an unusual intersection of science and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at North Pulaski. A Medicare information session led by Nancy De Lira, a certified Medicare teacher and Norwood Park resident, covering the basics of enrollment, plan types, and how the Inflation Reduction Act affects...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth track and field instruction program at Addams Track, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from October 22 through December 17, 2026 (no session on November 26). Covers the basics for young...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Offsite or Online Location. An adaptive archery program for all ages, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running from October 22 through December 24, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving (November 26). The program offers...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for teens at Addams Park, running Fridays from 6 to 7 PM from October 23 through December 18, 2026 (no session on November 27).</description>
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      <title>Learn to Play Hockey - ADM River Pups at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-play-hockey-adm-river-pups-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-23-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth hockey program at McFetridge Sports Center focused on basic skating and puck skills for young players. The session runs Fridays from 6:30 to 7:20 PM and Saturdays from 12:40 to 2:10 PM,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly adult jazz dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from October 23 through December 18, 2026 (skipping November 27). The class focuses on instruction...</description>
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      <title>Kids Martial Arts &amp; Self Defense - Level 2 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kids-martial-arts-self-defense-level-2-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-10-24-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth martial arts and self-defense class at Morgan Park Sports Center, for kids who have completed Level 1 or equivalent. Sessions run Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, October 24 through December 5,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Addams Clubroom. A Saturday morning instruction program for early childhood at Addams Clubroom, running from October 24 to December 19, 2026, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM. No session on November 28.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An adult musical theater dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from October 24 to December 19, 2026 (no class on November 28), from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. The sessions focus on dance...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A parent-child basketball program at Addams Park, designed for early childhood ages. Sessions run Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, October 24 through December 19, 2026 (no session on November 28).</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A Saturday soccer program for teens at Addams Park, meeting weekly from October 24 through December 19, 2026. Sessions run from noon to 1 PM, with no program on November 28. The focus is on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A parent-and-tot baseball program at Addams Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM between October 24 and December 19 (skipping November 28). Designed for early childhood, with instruction...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Intro to Ice Dance at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly introductory ice dance class for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, covering the fundamentals of footwork and edge work on the ice. Sessions run Sundays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM from October 25...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, running Sundays from 10 AM to noon, October 25 through December 20, 2026. The class focuses on skill development for players in the teen...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Cardio Tennis Partnership meets Monday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at Kilbourn Park, October 26 through November 30, 2026. The program is designed for adults and focuses on tennis-based cardio...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Cardio Tennis is a fitness-oriented program for adults, combining tennis drills with cardiovascular exercise. The partnership group meets Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM at Humboldt Park, running from...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A six-week adult cardio tennis partnership program at McKinley Park, meeting Wednesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM. Runs from October 28 through December 2, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Open basketball for teens at Revere Park, running Wednesdays from 5:45 to 7:45 PM from October 28 through December 9. Just show up and play.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Cardio Tennis meets Thursday mornings at Revere Park from October 29 through December 3, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving week). The 7:30 to 8:30 AM session is designed for adults looking for a...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Green Briar Park. An adult cardio tennis program at Green Briar Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 AM from October 29 through December 3, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. A nighttime cruise on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan aboard Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises, scheduled for Friday, October 30.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Cardio Tennis at Douglass Park runs Saturday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, October 31 through December 5. This adult partnership program combines tennis drills with cardiovascular exercise in a...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A playful skating class for skaters ages 4 to 8, using bubbles, balls, cones, hula hoops, and colorful markers to build balance, coordination, and teamwork through interactive activities....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Driehaus Museum. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra moves its performance to the Driehaus Museum in River North on Tuesday, November 3, for an evening program. The specific time is not listed, so check the venue or box...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A weekly adaptive fitness and swim program at Fosco Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, running November 3 through December 8. Open to all ages, the session combines instruction in both...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/wttw-first-wednesday-2026-11-04-field-museum/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Field Museum. WTTW First Wednesday at the Field Museum offers free general admission all day on Wednesday, November 4, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A reliable, no-cost way to visit one of the city&#39;s major museums on a...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-games-asmg-at-gately-2026-11-04-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly volleyball program for youth at Gately Park, running Wednesdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, November 4 through December 16, 2026. The session focuses on instruction and game play.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A teen conditioning program at Gately Park that focuses on speed and strength training. Participants meet on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, running from November 4 through December 16. The...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A weekly after-school hangout for pre-teens at Valley Forge Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM over six sessions from November 5 through December 10, skipping Thanksgiving week. The program...</description>
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      <description>Friday, November 6, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A youth basketball league at Amundsen Park, meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM from November 6, 2026, through March 5, 2027. The league does not meet on December 25, 2026, or January 1, 2027....</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-kelvyn-2026-11-07-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A six-week youth volleyball instruction program at Kelvyn Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, November 7 through December 12. Designed as skill-building sessions rather than open play, this...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A five-week instructional program at Valley Forge Park where youth participants meet on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, November 10 through December 8. The &#34;Mighty Munchkins&#34; title suggests an...</description>
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      <title>Holiday Youth Swim at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/holiday-youth-swim-at-mann-2026-11-11-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A youth swim session at Mann Park on Wednesday, November 11, from 12:45 to 1:45 PM, open to swimmers ages 6 through 17. The format is unstructured: some participants work on their strokes while...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/story-and-craft-2026-11-11-garfield-ridge/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Garfield Ridge. A straightforward story-and-craft session for the youngest set, held at the Garfield Ridge library branch on Wednesday, November 11, from 10:30 to 11:15 AM. The librarian reads a quick story, then...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Washington</title>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. Bitty Basketball at Washington Park runs Saturday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, November 14 through December 12. The program offers early childhood instruction in a group setting. Registration covers...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-league-at-loyola-2026-11-14-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A youth basketball league at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, running Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM, November 14 through March 13. This is an individual sign-up league for young players, not a team...</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Graver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-league-at-graver-2026-11-17-graver-philip-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A recreational volleyball league for teams of teens, running on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30 to 9:00 PM at Graver Park in Beverly. The season stretches from November 17, 2026, to March 9, 2027....</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-league-at-graver-2026-11-18-graver-philip-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A girls youth volleyball league at Graver Park meets on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 9:00 PM, running from November 18, 2026 through March 17, 2027. The league is team-based and open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Girls Sports Camp at Wilson Community Center</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-sports-camp-at-wilson-community-center-2026-11-23-wilson-john-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A girls sports camp meeting daily at Wilson Community Center Park from Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Designed for youth participants. Registration cost is not...</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Addams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fall-break-camp-at-addams-2026-11-23-addams-jane-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at ComEd Recreation Center at Addams Park. A fall break camp at Addams Park for youth, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM. Registration covers three full days of programming in the Little Italy / UIC...</description>
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      <title>USAG Girls Gymnastics Xcel Team at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/usag-girls-gymnastics-xcel-team-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-11-30-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A girls&#39; gymnastics team program for youth, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs from November 30 through December 16, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball League at Wentworth</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-basketball-league-at-wentworth-2026-12-02-wentworth-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A teen basketball league at Wentworth Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 9 PM from December 2, 2026 through March 17, 2027 (with no games on December 23 and 30). Players join a team and compete over...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 5 - 7 at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-5-7-at-peterson-gym-2026-12-14-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for boys at Peterson Gymnastics Center, designed for USAG Level 5 through 7 athletes. The camp runs weekdays from December 14 to 23, 2026, meeting from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM each...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel P - D at Avondale Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-p-d-at-avondale-gym-2026-12-15-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A four-day gymnastics camp for girls competing in the Xcel P-D levels, held at Avondale Gymnastics Center. Sessions run Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 PM during the week of December...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 3 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-3-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-12-15-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; gymnastics camp at Peterson Gymnastics Center for Level 3 participants, meeting Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons from 3:45 to 6:45 PM during the December 15 to 22 period. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel S at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-s-at-peterson-gym-2026-12-15-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for youth participants in the Xcel S program at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The camp meets on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:45 PM to 6:15 PM, running from December 15...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-12-15-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp at Peterson Gymnastics Center for youth boys working at Level 4, running from Tuesday, December 15 through Wednesday, December 23. The schedule varies by day: Tuesdays, Thursdays,...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-s-at-broadway-gym-2026-12-16-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for youth in the Xcel S program at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM and Saturdays from 1:45 to 4:45 PM, December 16 through...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel G at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-g-at-peterson-gym-2026-12-16-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics camp for youth participants at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running from Wednesday, December 16 through Wednesday, December 23. The schedule follows a weekly pattern: Wednesdays...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/winter-break-camp-at-kennedy-2026-12-21-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A youth camp at Kennedy Park in Morgan Park, running Monday through Wednesday, December 21 to 23, from 10 AM to 3 PM each day. Designed for school-age kids during winter break.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Ken-Well Park. A winter break day camp at Ken-Well Park for youth, running Monday through Thursday, December 21 to 24, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. The source lists no registration fee or further details...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A winter break day camp for youth at Kennicott Park in Kenwood, running weekdays from December 21 through December 30, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. The program offers supervised activities for...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A youth basketball league at Brainerd Park, running Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with no session on Friday, December 25. The league meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Palmer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/winter-break-camp-at-palmer-2026-12-21-palmer-potter-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A winter break camp at Palmer (Potter) Park in Roseland, running weekdays from December 21 to December 30, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Designed for youth, the camp offers daytime programming...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A winter break camp for youth at La Follette Park in Austin, running weekdays from December 21 through December 31, 2026, except on Christmas Day. Participants meet from 10 AM to 4 PM each day....</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Ridge Park. A winter break day camp for youth at Ridge Park in Beverly, running weekdays from Monday, December 21 through Thursday, December 31, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. Designed for school-age kids...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, running weekdays from December 21 through 31, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Registration and pricing details are not provided in the listing.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A winter break camp at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park, running weekdays from December 21 through December 31, 2026, 10 AM to 4 PM. Designed for youth, this camp offers structured daytime activities...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/winter-break-camp-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-12-21-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth camp at Taylor-Lauridsen Park running weekdays from December 21 through 31, 2026, 10 AM to 4 PM each day. The program is for school-age kids during winter break.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park. A winter break camp at Peterson (Pehr Samuel) Park for youth, running Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. The camp meets weekdays only during that four-day...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A winter break camp at Altgeld Park for youth, running weekdays from December 28, 2026, through January 8, 2027, with no session on Friday, January 1. The camp meets Monday through Friday from 10 AM...</description>
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      <title>Wendella New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise</title>
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      <description>Thursday, December 31, 2026 at Wendella Tours &amp; Cruises. A New Year’s Eve fireworks cruise on the Wendella, departing from the Magnificent Mile area on Thursday, December 31, 2026. The boat offers a view of the city’s fireworks display from the water. No...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Winter at Chgo Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A structured early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, combining instruction with supervised play for the winter session. Kiddie College meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Sherwood (Jesse) Park in Englewood, offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth on weekday afternoons. The program runs Mondays through Thursdays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Hayes (Francis) Park. Park Kids provides after-school recreation and instruction at Hayes Park on weekday afternoons from January 4 to March 12, 2027, 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program is for youth and will not meet on January...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. An after-school program for youth at Wolfe Park, offering instruction and activities on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. Runs from January 4 to March 12, 2027, with no sessions on January 18 and February 15.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Park No. 596</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Fieldhouse. Park Kids is an after-school drop-in program running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM at the Brighton Park Community Campus fieldhouse, from January 4 through March 12, 2027 (with no sessions on January 18...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Nichols Park that runs weekdays from January 4 through March 12, 2027, from 3:15 to 6:30 PM. It offers supervised recreation and instruction for youth. The...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Winter at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Kilbourn Park. Kiddie College returns to Kilbourn Park as a winter-long early childhood program meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to 12:30 PM, running January 4 through March 12, 2027. The program...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Winter at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Wicker Park, meeting Monday through Thursday from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, running January 4 through March 18, 2027. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Kelly</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program offering instruction for youth at Kelly Park in Brighton Park. It runs weekdays from January 4 to March 19, 2027, 3:00 to 6:00 PM, with no sessions on January 18...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Grand Crossing Park. Park Kids at Grand Crossing Park runs weekday afternoons from January 4 through March 19, 2027, with a slightly earlier start on Wednesdays. The program offers supervised instructional activities for...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at White (EH)</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at White (Edward H.) Park. Park Kids offers after-school instruction for youth at White (Edward H.) Park in West Pullman. The program runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Hermitage</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Hermitage Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation and instruction at Hermitage Park on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running January 4 through March 19, 2027, with no sessions on Martin Luther King Jr. Day...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lake Shore Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, Monday, January 4 through Friday, March 19, 2027. The program offers supervised...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Pottawattomie</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Pottawattomie Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Pottawattomie Park in Rogers Park, offering instruction and supervision weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. It runs January 4 through March 19, 2027, except on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Dawes</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. A before- and after-school program at Dawes Park in Auburn Gresham, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 19 (no sessions on January 18 or February 15). The program provides...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at LeClaire-Hearst Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program does not meet on January 18 or...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Amundsen Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program does not meet on January 18 or...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter (ages 5-8) at Madigan</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. A weekday after-school program at Madigan Park for kids ages 5 to 8, running from January 4 through March 19, 2027. Participants meet Mondays through Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at McKinley (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at McKinley Park for youth, running Mondays through Fridays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The winter session goes from January 4 to March 19, 2027, with no...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time - Winter at Edgebrook</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Edgebrook Park. Homework Time at Edgebrook Park offers supervised quiet study sessions for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between January 4 and March 19, 2027. The program takes place Monday through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Holstein Park. Park Kids at Holstein Park runs weekdays from January 4 through March 19, 2027, offering after-school recreation and supervised play for youth in Bucktown. Hours vary by day: Mondays, Thursdays, and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at The Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at The Park at NTA. Park Kids provides after-school recreation and instruction for youth at The Park at NTA, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Austin Town Hall Park. Park Kids offers an after-school program with supervised instruction for youth at Austin Town Hall Park. The program runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A supervised after-school recreation program for youth at Sheridan Park, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027. The program does not meet on January 18 or February...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A winter recreation program for youth at Humboldt Park that runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 26 (excluding Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 18 and Presidents&#39; Day on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Tilton</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Tilton (George) Park. A structured after-school program at Tilton Park for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM between January 4 and March 26, 2027. The program does not meet on January 18 or February 15....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. A supervised after-school program at Wentworth Gardens Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027 (no session on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 18,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Altgeld (John) Park. Park Kids at Altgeld Park is an after-school program that runs weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027. Designed for youth, the program provides supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Broadway Armory Park. Park Kids offers after-school instruction for youth at Broadway Armory, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The winter session runs from January 4 through March 26, 2027, with no program on January 18...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at McKinley (William) Park. Kiddie College runs as a twice-weekly drop-off program at McKinley Park for early childhood-aged kids, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The session runs from January 5 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Durkin (Martin) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Durkin Park in Ashburn, running weekdays from January 5 through March 19, 2027, from 2:45 to 6:00 PM (excluding January 18 and February 15)....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Bosley (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school drop-in program at Bosley Park in Bridgeport, providing supervised recreation and instruction for youth. It runs weekdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, starting Tuesday, January...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Sumner Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Sumner Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 5 through March 19, 2027, with no sessions on January 18 or February 15. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Abbott (Robert) Park. An after-school program for youth at Abbott Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 5 through March 19, 2027 (no program on January 18 or February 15).</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Hamilton Park, offering instruction and supervised activities for youth on weekday afternoons from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The program runs Tuesday through...</description>
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      <description>Friday, January 8, 2027 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a teen basketball league at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, with sessions on Fridays from 5 to 8 PM and Saturdays from noon to 5 PM. The program runs January 8 through July 17,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 11, 2027 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Park Kids at Williams Park runs weekday afternoons through the winter, offering supervised recreation and instruction for school-age children. The program meets Mondays through Fridays from 4:00 to...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League Partnership at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Saturday, January 16, 2027 at Merrimac Park. A youth basketball league partnership at Merrimac Park in Dunning, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from January 16 to March 27, 2027 (excluding Jan 18 and Feb 15). Evening games run 6:30...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Winter at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 25, 2027 at Shabbona Park. Leisure Ed (Special Rec) offers adult instruction on Monday afternoons at Shabbona Park, running from January 25 through March 8, 2027 (excluding February 15). Sessions are from 2:30 to 7:00 PM.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Dvorak</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Dvorak Park, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The session starts Monday, March 29 and runs through Wednesday, May 26, 2027, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Sumner</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Sumner Park. A spring after-school program for youth at Sumner Park, offering instruction and supervised recreation. The program runs weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting Monday, March 29 through Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Clark (John)</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Clark (John) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Clark (John) Park in Austin, offering instruction-based activities. It runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through May 26, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Garfield (James) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Garfield (James) Park, offering instruction-based activities on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. It runs Monday through Friday from March 29 to May 26,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Tilton</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Tilton (George) Park. An after-school recreation program at Tilton Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM between March 29 and May 26, 2027. Designed for youth, it provides supervised instruction and activities...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Margate</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Margate Park. Park Kids at Margate Park is an after-school program running weekdays from March 29 through May 28, 2027, from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The program offers supervised instruction and activities for youth,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at River Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at River Park that runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, starting Monday, March 29 through Thursday, June 3, 2027. It provides instruction for youth, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lake Shore Park. Kiddie College returns to Lake Shore Park this spring as an instructional program for early childhood, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM. The session runs from March 29 to June 3,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Rowan (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Rowan Park on the east side, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM from March 29 through June 4, 2027. Instruction-based activities are provided for youth...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Tuley (Murray) Park in Chatham, running weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027, 2:30 to 6:00 PM. Participants receive instruction and structured...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Franklin (Benjamin) Park in North Lawndale, offering instruction and activities for youth. The spring session runs weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027, 3:00...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Brainerd Park. Park Kids at Brainerd Park is an after-school recreation program running weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027, with slightly earlier start times on Wednesdays (2:00 to 7:00 PM) versus other days...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Park Kids at Cornell Square Park is an after-school program running weekdays from Monday, March 29 through Friday, June 4, 2027, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program offers youth instruction and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Park Kids offers an after-school program for youth at Jackson Fieldhouse this spring, with supervised instruction and recreation weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027, 3 to 6 PM. The program does...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A youth recreation program at Abbott (Robert) Park in Roseland, running weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027, 3 to 6 PM. Closed Monday, May 31. The program focuses on instruction and activities for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at West Pullman Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation and instruction program at West Pullman Park for school-age youth, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from March 29 through June 4, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids (Spec Rec) - Spring at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Loyola Park. A structured after-school recreation program for youth at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from March 29 through June 4, 2027. No session on Monday, May 31. The...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Grand Crossing Park. Park Kids — Spring at Grand Crossing is a weekday drop-in recreation program for youth, running from March 29 to June 4, 2027, at Grand Crossing Park. Kids can join on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Sherman (John) Park. An after-school drop-in program for youth at Sherman (John) Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31. Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A supervised after-school recreational program for youth at Humboldt Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The spring session begins March 29, 2027, and ends June 4, 2027, with no program on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Harrison (Carter) Park on the lower west side, running weekdays from March 29 through June 4, 2027, 3:00 to 6:00 PM, with no session on Memorial...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring (ages 9-13) at Madigan</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth ages 9 to 13 that meets weekdays from 3 to 6 PM at Madigan Park in West Lawn, running from March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program offers structured...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Brands</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Brands Park. An after-school recreation and instruction program for youth at Brands Park in Avondale, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from March 29 through June 4, 2027, with no session on May 31.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, offering instruction and supervised activities. It meets weekdays from 3:15 to 6:30 PM from March 29 through June 4,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation and instruction program for youth at O&#39;Hallaren Park in Auburn-Gresham. It runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 4, with no session on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Bosley (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, from March 29 through June 10, 2027, at Bosley (William) Park in Bridgeport. The program provides supervised...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A spring after-school program at Ellis Park offering instruction for youth, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3 to 6 PM and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 10....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at La Follette (Robert) Park. The Park Kids program at La Follette Park provides supervised recreational activities for youth on weekdays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, running from March 29 through June 10, 2027. The program does not...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Broadway Armory Park. A drop-in after-school program at Broadway Armory Park for youth, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 10, 2027 (no session on Monday, May 31). Structured instruction and supervised...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Stanton Park in River North, offering supervised activities and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The spring session runs...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Sheridan Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 11, 2027. The program provides instruction-based activities, though no...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, March 31, 2027 at Haines School Park. After-school programming at Haines School Park runs weekdays from March 31 through June 10, 2027, 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM, with no session on Monday, May 31. The program provides instruction for youth....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Tiny Tot Sports at Kelvyn Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no session on November 24). The...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leisure-education-special-rec-at-bessemer-2026-09-18-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A weekly leisure-education program at Bessemer Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30 and November 27). The program is...</description>
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      <title>Teen Checkers Open Play</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at Back of the Yards. A casual checkers drop-in at the Back of the Yards branch, open to teens 13 to 18 on Friday, October 30, from 3 to 4 PM. All skill levels are welcome, and no sign-up is needed — just show up and play.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Winter at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A winter enrichment program at Lincoln Park’s Cultural Center for early childhood, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027. Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Varsity at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth football instruction program for varsity-level players at Fosco Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:00 to 7:30 PM, August 4 through October 30. The program is designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A flag football instruction program for boys at Hayes Park, focusing on skill development in a team setting. The program meets Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, running...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A weekly open pickleball session at West Lawn Park, held Tuesdays from 1:15 to 3:15 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. Open to adults of all skill levels — just show up with a paddle.</description>
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      <title>3D Printing - Intermediate at Olympia</title>
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      <category>Computers and Technology</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. A 3D printing class for intermediate-level youth at Olympia Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). Registration details are...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. Teen Club at La Follette Park offers a regular drop-in space for teens to hang out, play games, or work on activities three evenings a week. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at River</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at River Park. Teen Club offers an open hangout for teens at River Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no meeting on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at Edison</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at Edison Park, meeting Thursdays from 1 to 4 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session skips Thanksgiving week (November 26). No registration...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. Seasonal Sports is a youth instructional program at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 6:30 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Bocce and Snowshoe (Special Rec) at Marquette</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bocce-and-snowshoe-special-rec-at-marquette-2026-09-11-marquette-jacques-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. An all-ages bocce and snowshoe instruction program at Marquette Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program skips October 30 and November 27. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Piano - Group - Intermediate at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/piano-group-intermediate-at-horner-2026-09-11-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A group piano class for intermediate-level youth at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class is listed as instruction for youth, though no...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Teen Club at Cornell Square Park runs Friday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A youth flag football instruction program at Green Briar Park, meeting Fridays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Rosedale</title>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A Saturday-morning parent-and-child program at Rosedale Park, designed for early childhood. It runs weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026, meeting from 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM.</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Gym Monkeys offers early childhood instruction at Maplewood Park, meeting Mondays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not run on October 12, October 26,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A conditioning class for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session on October 12 is skipped. The class...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. A youth swim program at Independence Park, running Mondays from September 21 through December 7, 2026. Two time slots are available: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Designed for young...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Thursdays from September 24 to December 10 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Sessions run 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-iii-high-impact-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-26-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. An adult aquatic exercise class focused on high-impact movements, held at Austin Town Hall Park. The program meets Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Foster</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for early childhood participants at Foster Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM between September 26 and December 12. The session skips October 31 and November...</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball League at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth basketball league at Wentworth Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 9:00 PM from December 1, 2026 through March 16, 2027 (no sessions on December 22, December 29, or February 23). Registration...</description>
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      <title>Seed Library: Seeds Available</title>
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      <description>Friday, December 11, 2026 at Austin. The Austin library has free flower, herb, and native-plant seeds available for patrons to take home, with a limit of three packets per household while supplies last. Stop by the adult reference desk...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls in the Xcel P level at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 PM and Saturday mornings from 9:30 AM to 1 PM during the week of...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A youth camp running Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9 AM to 3 PM at Scottsdale Park in Ashburn. Designed for school-age kids during winter break.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Oakdale Park. Park Kids — Spring at Oakdale is a youth instruction program running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM at Oakdale Park, Monday, March 29 through Friday, May 28, 2027. A straightforward after-school...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A preschool enrichment program meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Sheridan Park. The session runs from March 30 through June 4, 2027, and is designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at Ada</title>
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      <description>Monday, July 27, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Junior Bear Football runs at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, starting July 27 through December 11. The program provides football instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Passing League at Lindblom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-passing-league-at-lindblom-2026-07-28-lindblom-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A youth football instruction program at Lindblom Park in Englewood, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 7 PM and Saturdays from 8 AM to noon, July 28 through November 6. The schedule is for...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Varsity at Ada</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-football-varsity-at-ada-2026-07-28-ada-sawyer-garrett-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Junior Bear Football runs as an instructional program for youth at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, with practices on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The season stretches from July...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at Fosco</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-football-pee-wee-at-fosco-2026-08-04-fosco-peter-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth football instruction program for pee wee players at Fosco Park, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, August 4 through November 6.</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Varsity at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-football-varsity-at-carver-2026-08-10-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 10, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A youth football program at Carver Park for the fall season, running weekdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, August 10 through November 4. The varsity-level Junior Bear Football program provides instruction...</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-football-pee-wee-at-carver-2026-08-10-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 10, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A youth football program at Carver Park in Riverdale, running weekdays from August 10 through November 13, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The activity type is instruction, open to youth participants. No...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Tot 3 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-tot-3-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-24-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instruction session for early childhood skaters at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Mondays from 4:45 to 5:15 PM between August 24 and October 12, 2026. The program runs for...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Bessemer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-bessemer-2026-08-24-bessemer-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A youth instruction program at Bessemer Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running August 24 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on September 7, October 12, or...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Oakdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-oakdale-2026-08-24-oakdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Oakdale Park. An after-school program at Oakdale Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM between August 24 and December 11, 2026. Designed for youth, the program offers instruction-based activities and is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at River</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-river-2026-08-24-river-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at River Park. After-school programming at River Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between August 24 and December 18. The session provides supervised instruction and recreation for youth, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Avalon</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-avalon-2026-08-24-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Avalon Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Avalon Park, running weekdays from 2 to 6 PM for the fall session, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Margate</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-margate-2026-08-24-margate-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Margate Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Margate Park, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on several holidays...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Tuley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-tuley-2026-08-24-tuley-murray-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. Park Kids offers after-school instruction and recreation for youth at Tuley Park in Chatham. The program runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, starting August 24 through December 18, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Drop-in at West Chatham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drop-in-at-west-chatham-2026-08-24-west-chatham-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at West Chatham Park. A weekday drop-in program at West Chatham Park for youth, running Monday through Friday from 2:45 to 5:45 PM, August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7, November...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Lindblom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-lindblom-2026-08-24-lindblom-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Park Kids at Lindblom Park is an after-school program for youth, offering instruction and supervised recreation weekdays from 3 to 6 PM during the fall session, August 24 through December 18, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Leadership Camp at Lowe</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leadership-camp-at-lowe-2026-08-24-lowe-samuel-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A teen leadership camp meeting weekday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM at Lowe (Samuel) Park, running from August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program takes place Mondays through Fridays, with no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at West Pullman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-west-pullman-2026-08-24-west-pullman-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Park Kids is an after-school youth program at West Pullman Park, offering instruction for school-age kids on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The fall session runs from August 24 through December 18, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Dvorak</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-dvorak-2026-08-24-dvorak-anton-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth after-school program at Dvorak Park on the Lower West Side, running weekdays from August 24 through December 18, 2026, from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The schedule excludes several dates in September,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Brands</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-brands-2026-08-24-brands-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Brands Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Brands Park in Avondale, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 24 through December 24, 2026. The program is not held on September 7,...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Hiawatha</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mens-basketball-open-at-hiawatha-2026-08-24-hiawatha-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Open basketball for adults at Hiawatha Park, running Mondays from August 24 through December 28, 2026, 6:00 to 7:30 PM (no session on September 7).</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-at-pottawattomie-2026-08-24-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A school-year recreational program for youth at Pottawattomie Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The activity package spans from Monday, August 24, 2026 through Thursday, June 10, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring (ages 5-8) at Madigan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-winter-spring-ages-5-8-at-madigan-2026-08-24-madigan-michael-j-sr-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. An after-school recreation program for children ages 5 to 8 at Madigan Park in West Lawn. Participants meet weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, running from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. Park Kids at Clarendon Community Center Park is a recurring after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The session spans from August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A school-year after-school recreation program at Rowan Park, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Designed for youth, this activity package provides...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Harris</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Park Kids at Harris Park offers a supervised after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans the school year, from August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Wolfe Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The program runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreational program for youth at West Pullman Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans from August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Park Kids at Brainerd Park is a year-round after-school program for youth, running from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. The schedule varies by day: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Cooper</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Cooper (Jack) Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Cooper (Jack) Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027, and is available as an activity...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans the full fall, winter, and spring seasons,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Park Kids at Gately Park is an after-school activity program for youth, operating weekdays from 3:30 to 7:00 PM. The session runs from Monday, August 24, 2026 through Friday, June 11, 2027....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Lowe</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A school-year after-school program for youth at Lowe Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The session spans August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027, and is structured as an activity package for kids....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Columbus Park, running Tuesday through Saturday from August 25 to October 23. Practice and games take place Tuesdays through Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A youth pom-pom instruction program at Robichaux Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running from August 25 through December 3, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). For...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. A basketball conditioning program for teens at Robichaux Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM from August 25 through December 10 (skipping November 26). The focus is on instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Jazz - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth jazz dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from August 25 through December 15, 2026 (no class on November 24). The program focuses on instruction for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A teen leadership program that meets Tuesdays through Wednesdays from 3 to 5 PM at Bradley (Josephine) Park, running from August 25 to December 23, 2026. The program focuses on instruction for teens,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An ice hockey league for youth players at Morgan Park Sports Center, running on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. The season stretches from August 25, 2026, through March 2, 2027, and is...</description>
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      <title>Track and Field 101 at Addams</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth track and field instruction program at Addams (Jane) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running August 26 through October 14, 2026. The program focuses on basic skills for young...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Tot 3 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly half-hour ice skating class for early childhood skaters at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 4:45 to 5:15 PM. The session runs from August 26 through October 14, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Intro to Hurdles (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly hurdles instruction program at Gately Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM from August 26 through October 14. Designed for youth participants, the sessions focus on technique and...</description>
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      <title>Elite Cheer Stunt at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth cheerleading instruction program meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running August 26 through October 14 at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session focuses on stunt technique and is open...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Snowplow Sam 3 - 4 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-snowplow-sam-3-4-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-26-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Eight weekly 30-minute ice skating lessons for early childhood skaters at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:20 to 5:50 PM. The Snowplow Sam 3-4 level builds on basic gliding and...</description>
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      <title>Middle &amp; Long Distance Training (ASMG) at Gately</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/middle-long-distance-training-asmg-at-gately-2026-08-26-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A structured track workout for youth runners at Gately Park, focused on middle and long distances. The program meets Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, running from August 26 through October...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Gamma - Delta at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-gamma-delta-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An ice skating instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, held Wednesday evenings from 8:45 to 9:25 PM from August 26 through October 14, 2026. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop - Youth 1 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-hip-hop-youth-1-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from August 26 through December 16, 2026, with no class on November 25....</description>
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      <title>Dance - Musical Theater - Youth 2 at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-musical-theater-youth-2-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly dance and musical theater class for youth at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from August 26 through December 16. The session runs for 16 weeks with no class...</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Gamma - Delta at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-gamma-delta-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-27-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly ice skating instructional session at McFetridge Sports Center, running Thursdays from 8:15 to 9:00 AM from August 27 through October 15. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Football Partnership at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth football program meeting at Wicker Park on Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, running from August 27 through October 29. This is a partnership-organized activity open to youth participants. No...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A ten-week youth flag football program meeting on Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM at Wicker Park. Runs from August 27 through October 29, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Cheer Tumbling Adv. at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An advanced cheer tumbling class for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 5 to 6 PM from August 28 through October 16. Instruction focused on tumbling skills for cheerleading.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Robichaux Park meets Fridays from noon to 2 PM, running from August 28 through November 27, 2026. The program is open to seniors and offers a regular weekly gathering in...</description>
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      <title>16&#34; Softball League at Normandy</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Normandy Park. The 16-inch softball league at Normandy Park runs Fridays from 5 to 10 PM, August 28 through December 18. This adult league is organized for teams to compete through the fall.</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Alpha - Beta at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Ice skating instruction sessions at McFetridge Sports Center, running Saturdays from 8:55 to 9:35 AM between August 29 and October 17, 2026. Open to all ages, though note there is no session on...</description>
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      <title>Futsal 101 at Addams</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A futsal fundamentals program for youth at Addams Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM from August 29 through October 17. The activity focuses on instruction and basic skill-building for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A ballet class for early childhood participants at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running August 29 through October 17, 2026. The program skips September 5. Registration is...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/off-ice-performance-training-for-skaters-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-29-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A youth skating program at McFetridge Sports Center focused on performance skills off the ice. The class meets Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running August 29 through October 17, with no sessions...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-intro-to-synchro-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-08-29-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). An eight-week introductory synchronized skating program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Saturdays from 10:40 to 11:20 AM, August 29 through October 17. The session covers basic...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A toddler t-ball program at Gately Park in Pullman, running Saturdays from August 29 through October 17, 2026. Sessions meet from 11:00 to 11:45 AM and focus on basic instruction for early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth ballet class for beginners meeting Saturdays from noon to 12:45 PM at Gately Park in Pullman, running from August 29 through October 17, 2026. The session skips September 5 and covers basic...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A Saturday morning youth ballet class at McFetridge Sports Center, running from August 29 through December 19 with a break on November 28. Instruction runs weekly from 10 to 11 AM. Registration is...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Floor hockey instruction for early childhood at Addams (Jane) Park, running Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM between August 30 and October 18. Registration is required; check the park for pricing.</description>
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      <description>Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A parent-and-child gymnastics program at Morgan Park Sports Center, designed for early childhood development. The session runs Sundays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, from August 30 through October 18, 2026....</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Park Kids — Fall at Douglass is an after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7, October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; USAG Level 4 team gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running from August 31 through December 11, 2026. Practice sessions are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. Homework Time at Owens Park provides a supervised after-school space for youth to work on assignments, with staff on hand to offer instruction. The program runs weekdays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, August...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 7 at Peterson Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-7-at-peterson-gym-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A Level 7 girls&#39; competitive gymnastics program at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running from August 31 through December 12. The schedule is Mondays from 5:15 to 8:45 PM, Wednesdays through Fridays...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Garfield Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between August 31 and December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at La Follette Park in Austin, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. An after-school program for youth at Amundsen Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples&#39; Day,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Taylor Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18. The program offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A structured after-school program for youth at Gill Park, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, running from August 31 through December 24, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7, October...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Clark (John)</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Clark (John) Park. Park Kids at Clark (John) Park is an after-school program for youth, providing supervised activities and recreation Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 31, 2026...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Fuller</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Park Kids at Fuller Park offers an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans from August 31, 2026 through June 4, 2027. Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Gill</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Park Kids at Gill Park runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, starting August 31 and continuing through June 10, 2027. The program offers an after-school activity package for youth, providing a...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Park Kids at Humboldt Park is an after-school program for youth, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM during the school year (August 31, 2026 to June 11, 2027). No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Park Kids at LeClaire-Hearst Park is a recurring after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The session spans August 31, 2026, through June 11, 2027, offering a consistent...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Gardens Park. Park Kids is a drop-in after-school program at Wentworth Gardens Park for youth, running weekdays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. The session spans August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027. It&#39;s an activity...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Park Kids at Taylor Park is a school-year recreation program for youth, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The session runs from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027, offering supervised...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. Park Kids at Altgeld Park is an after-school activity package for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The program spans from Monday, August 31, 2026 through Friday, June 11, 2027, providing...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity program for youth at Wicker Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The program spans the school year, from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. An after-school program for youth at Amundsen Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 31, 2026 through June 17, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at McKinley (William) Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The program runs from August 31, 2026 through June 18, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel S at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-s-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-01-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics training program for youth at McKinley Gymnastics Center, running Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM from September 1 through December 11, 2026. The session is for...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel P at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-p-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-01-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A competitive youth gymnastics program for girls in the Xcel P division, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 1 through December 11...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel P at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-p-at-broadway-gym-2026-09-01-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics training program for youth at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 1 through...</description>
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      <title>Baseball Fundamentals Skills Partnership at Wicker</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baseball-fundamentals-skills-partnership-at-wicker-2026-09-05-wicker-charles-joel-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A Saturday-morning baseball skills program for youth at Wicker Park, running from September 5 through October 24, 2026, from 9 AM to noon. The program is a partnership offering, focused on...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Mighty Munchkins is a six-week instruction program for early childhood ages at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM between September 8 and October 13. The series offers structured...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Gompers Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 8 through October 27, 2026. Registration pricing is not provided.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Gross</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gross (Theodore) Park. A youth soccer skills program at Gross Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 8 through October 29. Designed as instruction for young players.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for seniors at Kelvyn Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 8 through November 10.</description>
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      <title>Baton &amp; Pom Pom at Tilton</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. A baton and pom pom instruction program for youth at Tilton Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, running September 8 through November 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Chase</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A drop-in open play session for toddlers and preschoolers at Chase (Salmon) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 8 through November 12 and is...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A youth basketball program at Hiawatha Park, designed for early childhood participants (ages 3 to 5, typically). The sessions focus on instruction and run on Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, September...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Wentworth Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through November 17, 2026. Note that sessions are skipped on October 27 and November 3. The...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Flag Football at Hamlin Park runs as an instructional program for youth on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, starting September 8 through November 19. The focus is on skill-building and...</description>
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      <title>Jazzercise Partnership at Independence</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Independence Park. A Jazzercise partnership class for adults at Independence Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 8 through December 1.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A conditioning class for adults at Ellis Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, running September 8 through December 1, 2026. The session skips Thursday, November 26. Registration and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A structured early childhood program meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at Chippewa Park, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (skipping Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. Open pickleball for adults at Brooks (Oscar) Park, Tuesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, running September 8 through December 8. No registration or fee is listed — likely a free drop-in session.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rogers (Phillip) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Rogers Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM from September 8 through December 8. Instruction-based, no prior experience required.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Norwood Park. Soccer Skills at Norwood Park is a weekly instruction program for early childhood participants, running on Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8. Sessions go from 1:15 to 2:00 PM.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly science program for early childhood learners at Sauganash Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM. The 14-week session runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Introduction to T-Ball at Eugene Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/introduction-to-t-ball-at-eugene-field-2026-09-08-field-eugene-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly T-ball introduction for young children at Eugene Field Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Jensen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-jensen-2026-09-08-jensen-christ-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Jensen (Christ) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is geared toward youth...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-flag-football-at-olympia-2026-09-08-olympia-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Olympia Park. Girls flag football at Olympia Park runs Tuesday afternoons from 3:45 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program is designed for youth and offers instruction in a team setting.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A youth flag football instruction program at Kelvyn (William) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for young players, this weekly session...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Durkin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Durkin (Martin) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Durkin (Martin) Park in Ashburn, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The description lists an age range of &#34;Youth&#34; without...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Riis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tumbling-at-riis-2026-09-08-riis-jacob-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A weekly tumbling class for toddlers at Riis Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for early childhood.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-sauganash-2026-09-08-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly flag football program for youth at Sauganash Park, running Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM between September 8 and December 8, 2026. The session focuses on instruction and is open to young...</description>
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      <title>Drawing at Edison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. Drawing instruction for youth at Edison Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:45 PM to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A cross country instruction program for youth at Kelvyn Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving Day,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Portage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-portage-2026-09-08-portage-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Portage Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Portage Park, running Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Instruction-focused, no registration fee listed.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Mens basketball runs Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Gompers Park, from September 8 through December 8. The program is instructional and open to adults.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-08-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Jesse White Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no class on October 20 or November 24)....</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Chippewa</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/arts-crafts-at-chippewa-2026-09-08-chippewa-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A weekly early childhood arts and crafts program at Chippewa Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no sessions on October 27 or November 24). This...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing at Jensen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3d-printing-at-jensen-2026-09-08-jensen-christ-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. A weekly 3D printing program for youth at Jensen (Christ) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-08-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A Tuesday afternoon gymnastics program for early childhood at Calumet Gymnastics Center, running from September 8 to December 8, 2026, 3:45 to 4:30 PM, with no sessions on November 3 and 24.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly basketball skills program at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. The instruction is designed for youth. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Boys Flag Football at Olympia</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Olympia Park. A boys flag football program for youth at Olympia Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, running September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Scottsdale Park, held Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Go Girl Go at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/go-girl-go-at-valley-forge-2026-09-08-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. Go Girl Go is a youth instruction program at Valley Forge Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 and November 3.</description>
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      <title>3D Design Arts at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly youth program in 3D design arts at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM, September 8 through December 8. The program does not meet on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-08-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 gymnastics class for youth at Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. The program meets Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 2:15 to 3:00 PM. Designed for young children, the sessions offer...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A weekly dodgeball program for youth at Mozart (Amadeus) Park in Logan Square, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8. The activity is instruction-focused rather...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Bradley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A weekly walking club meets at Bradley (Josephine) Park on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 to 10 AM, running from September 8 through December 8. Open to adults.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Loyola Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction-based, designed for toddlers and...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids (Home School) at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A fitness class for home-schooled youth at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon from September 8 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27, November 3, or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Toned by TRX at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Park No. 571. A 30-minute TRX strength session for adults at Park No. 571, held Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:30 AM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The class focuses on toning using suspension...</description>
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      <title>Weightlifting at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly weightlifting instruction program for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no session on October 27). Registration cost...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly yoga instruction program for seniors at Ridge Park in Beverly, meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. The series runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 or...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A small-group personal training session meeting Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Lake Shore Park, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for adults, the program skips October 27....</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. Soccer instruction for early childhood runs on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Rowan (William) Park, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program focuses on basic skills in a structured setting...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. A weekly pickleball instruction session for adults at Margate Park in Uptown, meeting Tuesdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No session on October 27.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A tumbling program for early childhood at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Anderson (Louis) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. The activity type is listed as instruction, appropriate for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A seasonal youth sports club meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program provides instruction for young...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Green Briar Park, held Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/3d-printing-at-emmerson-2026-09-08-emmerson-louis-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A youth 3D printing instruction program at Emmerson Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A youth sports instruction program at Brainerd Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 8 through December 8. The class is designed for instruction-based activity, though the specific...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Hamlin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-hamlin-2026-09-08-hamlin-hannibal-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. Registration details are not specified.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Robo Builders Lab at Haas</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A weekly robotics building program for youth at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (with no session on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly flag football skills session for youth at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no session on October 27). Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Schreiber</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cross-country-at-schreiber-2026-09-08-schreiber-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Schreiber Park. A youth cross-country program at Schreiber Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 8 through December 8. Designed as instructional running for young participants, it&#39;s a...</description>
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      <title>Storytime &amp; Crafts at Gill</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly storytime and craft session for early childhood at Gill Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for young children and their...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Beginner at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A beginner woodcraft class for young participants at Lincoln Park&#39;s Cultural Center. The program meets on Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 4:30 to 6:00 PM, with no session on October 27.</description>
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      <title>Sport Art &amp; Dart at Wilson CC</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wilson (John) Community Center Park. A youth program combining sports, art, and darts at Wilson Community Center Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8. Instruction is included;...</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/yoga-at-sheil-2026-09-08-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A youth yoga program at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No sessions on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Competitive at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A competitive cheerleading instruction program for youth at Loyola Park, running Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-davis-square-2026-09-08-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Open basketball for teens at Davis Square Park, running Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at White (Willye B.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-white-willye-b-2026-09-08-white-willye-b-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. A youth basketball skills program at White (Willye B.) Park, running Mondays and Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for young players, with instruction-focused...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-mann-2026-09-08-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Mann (James) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 7:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27, November 3, and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 27 or November 24. No...</description>
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      <title>Sport Art &amp; Dart at Bosley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. Sport Art &amp; Dart at Bosley Park is a weekly Tuesday afternoon program for early childhood, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 12 PM to 1 PM. The activity combines instruction in...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/floor-hockey-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-08-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly floor hockey program for youth at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Tuesdays from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with sessions from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. Instruction-based format; no games or...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A weekly recreational tumbling program for youth at Rowan Park, running Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM from September 8 through December 8. The class focuses on basic tumbling instruction....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A youth gymnastics program at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The schedule indicates instruction-style sessions for youth...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A twice-weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Jefferson Memorial Park, running on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:45 to 9:45 AM, September 8 through December 10. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Open volleyball for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, running on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 AM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session on Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 26) is...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Rosedale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosedale Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Rosedale Park is a drop-in style program for young children and their caregivers, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, September 8 through December...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. Play School at Valley Forge Park offers an instructional program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon. The session runs September 8 through December 10, 2026, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. A weekly abs and core strengthening class at LeClaire-Hearst Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 1 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The class is for adults only and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. An online abs-and-core strengthening class for adults, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no class on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Moore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moore (Maurice) Park. Open basketball at Moore Park runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM, starting September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is open to teens and does not include a session on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shedd (John G.) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Shedd Park, running Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no sessions on November 11 or 26). Open to youth...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A walking club for seniors at Rosedale Park meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. A conditioning program for youth at Chopin Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026, with breaks on select dates.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Play School at Gompers is an early childhood instruction program meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (excluding Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/play-school-at-augusta-2026-09-08-augusta-carpenter-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Augusta (Carpenter) Park. Play School at Augusta is an early childhood instructional program meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from September 8 to December 10, 2026, 10:15 to 11:30 AM at Augusta (Carpenter) Park. The program...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. Small group personal training for seniors at Amundsen Park, offered as an instruction-based program on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Margate</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. A preschool-level instructional program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM to noon at Margate Park in Uptown. The session runs from September 8 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A line dance instruction program for seniors at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program skips...</description>
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      <title>Weightlifting at Trumbull</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. A weightlifting instruction program for adults at Trumbull (Lyman) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Rowan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tumbling-at-rowan-2026-09-08-rowan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A tumbling program for early childhood at Rowan Park, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Monologue Class at Hamilton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/monologue-class-at-hamilton-2026-09-08-hamilton-alexander-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A monologue class for adults at Hamilton Park in Englewood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM from September 8 through December 10 (with no class on Thanksgiving).</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tennis at Hamlin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tennis-at-hamlin-2026-09-08-hamlin-hannibal-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A tennis instruction program for early childhood at Hamlin Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Sport Art &amp; Dart at Armour Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/sport-art-dart-at-armour-square-2026-09-08-armour-philip-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A recurring early childhood program at Armour Square Park, combining art and movement for the youngest participants. The class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM, running from...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Berger</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/stretching-at-berger-2026-09-08-berger-albert-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A stretching and mobility class for seniors at Berger Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Rowan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-rowan-2026-09-08-rowan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for youth at Rowan Park on the East Side, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Smith</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-smith-2026-09-08-smith-joseph-higgins-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Mandrake</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-mandrake-2026-09-08-mandrake-henry-brown-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program runs on a regular schedule...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Lindblom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-lindblom-2026-09-08-lindblom-robert-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A seasonal youth sports program at Lindblom Park in Englewood, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program offers instruction for children,...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at West Pullman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-west-pullman-2026-09-08-west-pullman-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A youth flag football program at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:30 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26). The...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-ridge-2026-09-08-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth tumbling program at Ridge Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5:30 PM between September 8 and December 10, 2026, with breaks on October 27, 29, and November 24, 26.</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Theater at Hamilton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/childrens-theater-at-hamilton-2026-09-08-hamilton-alexander-park/</link>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A youth theater program at Hamilton Park, offering instruction for children on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, running from September 8 through December 10. Note that there is no session on...</description>
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      <title>Competitive Dance Team at Palmer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/competitive-dance-team-at-palmer-2026-09-08-palmer-potter-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A youth dance team program at Palmer (Potter) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:45 PM, running from September 8 to December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thursday, November...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Gage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-gage-2026-09-08-gage-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A teen volleyball instruction program at Gage Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:15 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Team Gymnastics at Lake Shore</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-gymnastics-at-lake-shore-2026-09-08-lake-shore-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is suspended...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Seward</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-seward-2026-09-08-seward-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A recreational tumbling class for youth at Seward (William) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, running from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Skinner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-skills-at-skinner-2026-09-08-skinner-mark-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A youth flag football skills program at Skinner Park for the fall season, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 8 through December 10. Instruction-based, for youth...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Cornell Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mens-basketball-open-at-cornell-square-2026-09-08-cornell-paul-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. Open basketball for adults at Cornell Square Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The session is canceled on Thanksgiving, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Seward</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Teen Club at Seward (William) Park meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is for teens and takes a break on Thanksgiving (Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A cross-country running program for teens at Altgeld Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program focuses on instruction and skips...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Emmerson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-emmerson-2026-09-08-emmerson-louis-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. An early childhood instruction program at Emmerson (Louis) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Open pickleball at Green Briar Park runs on a regular schedule through the fall: Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 4 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 2 PM, from September 8 through December 10....</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Wolfe</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-wolfe-2026-09-08-wolfe-richard-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. An early childhood instructional program at Wolfe Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 2 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 20, October 22, or...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Bogan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-club-at-bogan-2026-09-08-bogan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bogan (William) Park. A youth sports club at Bogan Park offering instruction on most weekdays from September 8 to December 11, 2026, 3:30 to 4:15 PM, with some dates excluded.</description>
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      <title>Cardio Conditioning at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A youth cardio conditioning program at Columbus Park, offering instruction weekdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on November 11 or 26). Registration...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Shedd</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-shedd-2026-09-08-shedd-john-g-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shedd (John G.) Park. A conditioning program for teens at Shedd Park, running weekdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, November 11, or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Open basketball at Armour Square Park runs weekday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, beginning Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, 2026. The program is open to adults. No session on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-loyola-2026-09-08-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A weekday morning program for early childhood at Loyola Park, running Mondays through Fridays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 11. The session skips October 12, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Harrison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-at-harrison-2026-09-08-harrison-carter-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A preschool-level instructional program at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, running September 8 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips the...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Woodhull</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Woodhull (Ross) Park. A youth instruction program at Woodhull (Ross) Park in the South Shore neighborhood, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program is closed on several...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekday afterschool drop-in for teens at Broadway Armory, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 4 to 6 PM from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to teens and skips select...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A daily 30-minute drop-in activity block at Owens Park, running weekdays from 5:00 to 5:30 PM between September 8 and December 11, 2026. Designed for youth, the program offers instruction-based games...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A morning instructional program for early childhood at Welles Park, running weekdays from 10 AM to noon between September 8 and December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on several holidays and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Loyola Park. A drop-in open play program for early childhood at Loyola Park in Rogers Park. Tot Spot runs weekday mornings from 10 AM to noon, Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, December 11, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A teen drop-in program at Fernwood Park, open Tuesdays through Fridays from 5 to 8 PM, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. The club is closed on November 11 and November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Revere</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Kiddie College is a weekday morning program for early childhood at Revere Park, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. Sessions meet Mondays through Fridays from 10 AM to 1 PM, with no...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. A weekly youth soccer instruction program at Rainey Park in Ashburn, running Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 8 through December 15. The activity type is instruction, so expect drills and...</description>
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      <title>Belly Dancing Partnership at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A weekly belly dancing class for seniors at Hayes Park in Ashburn, running Tuesdays from 11 AM to 12:30 PM, September 8 through December 15. The program is focused on instruction and movement,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Dunham Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 8 through December 15, 2026 (no sessions on October 27 or November 24). For youth. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A weekly 30-minute abs and core workout class for adults at Avalon Park. The program meets Tuesdays from 1:00 to 1:30 PM, running September 8 through December 15, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at O&#39;Hallaren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. A drop-in playtime for toddlers and preschoolers at O&#39;Hallaren Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 17 (excluding Thanksgiving).</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A drop-in activity program for early childhood at Kennicott Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, running September 8 through December 17, 2026 (no session on November 26). The...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a structured early childhood program at Kennicott Park, combining art activities with letter-learning for young children. The program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30...</description>
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      <title>Social Club at Carver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. An adult social club program at Carver Park, held Tuesdays through Fridays from 12 to 3 PM, September 8 through December 18, 2026. The club does not meet on Wednesday, November 11, or Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A teen leadership program that meets weekdays from 3 to 6 PM at Sherwood Park in Englewood, running from September 8 through December 18, 2026. The program operates on an instruction-based format and...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. Teen Club at Taylor Park runs weekdays from 5 to 8 PM, September 8 through December 18, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, November 11, or November 26. Open to teens, the club provides a regular...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly drop-in gathering for seniors at Scottsdale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 9:00 to 11:30 AM from September 8 through December 22. No description of activities beyond the open format, so expect...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Kiddie College at Lake Shore Park is an early childhood activity package that meets Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM. The program runs from September 8, 2026, through June 3, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Minuteman</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Minuteman Park. A volleyball instruction program for youth at Minuteman Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running from September 9 through October 7, 2026. The program focuses on teaching...</description>
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      <title>Ballet &amp; Jazz Partnership at Pulaski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ballet-jazz-partnership-at-pulaski-2026-09-09-pulaski-casimer-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A ballet and jazz instruction program for youth, held at Pulaski Park on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 6:55 PM, September 9 through October 14, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A seven-week soccer instruction program for early childhood participants at Valley Forge Park, held on Wednesdays from September 9 through October 21, with sessions from 4:00 to 4:45 PM.</description>
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      <title>Boys Flag Football at Hale</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. Boys flag football at Hale Park runs as an instructional program for youth, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4 PM, September 9 through October 28, 2026 (skipping October 12). Open to boys; no...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football League at Valley Forge</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A flag football league for teens at Valley Forge Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 9 PM from September 9 through November 4, 2026. Players register individually for the season.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A youth cross country program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 9 through November 4, 2026. The session includes instruction for young runners, with no...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at the Park at NTA</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A boys&#39; flag football program at The Park at NTA, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, September 9 through November 9. The program is instructional and designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Girls at the Park at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/inner-city-flag-football-girls-at-the-park-at-nta-2026-09-09-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A girls&#39; flag football program at The Park at NTA, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 9 through November 9, 2026. The program is instructional, designed...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A parent-supervised open gym program for early childhood, running Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Palmer (Potter) Park in Roseland. Instruction is included, and the session runs from...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Gately</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A walking club for youth at Gately Park, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 9 through December 2, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12 or November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A basketball instruction program for teens at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 4. The schedule skips...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. A teen strength and conditioning program at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 9 through December 4, 2026 (no sessions on October 12...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Chase</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A structured preschool-style program for early childhood, meeting at Chase (Salmon) Park on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 4,...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A teen leadership club at Altgeld Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 to 7 PM, September 9 through December 4, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program offers instruction for teens.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Mount Greenwood Park, held Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A weekly Zumba class for seniors at Hayes Park, meeting Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The class does not meet on November 11. No registration fee is listed, so...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A weekly conditioning class for adults at Columbus Park, meeting Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. Instruction is provided.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A weekly storytime and craft session at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, running Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session on November 11). Designed for early childhood.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shedd (John G.) Park. Volleyball instruction for teens at Shedd (John G. Shedd) Park in Little Village, meeting Wednesdays from 1 to 3 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-at-scottsdale-2026-09-09-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Boxing instruction for adults at Scottsdale Park — a weekly Wednesday afternoon session from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Athletic Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-athletic-field-2026-09-09-athletic-field-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program at Athletic Field Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session does not meet on November...</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-09-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting at Avondale Gymnastics Center. Sessions run Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, 3:15 to 4:15 PM, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Chippewa</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pre-teen-club-at-chippewa-2026-09-09-chippewa-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A weekly after-school drop-in program at Chippewa Park for teens, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28 or November 25. Open...</description>
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      <title>Boys Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gymnastics-2026-09-09-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Amundsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-amundsen-2026-09-09-amundsen-roald-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Amundsen Park, running Mondays and Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, 4:15 to 5:30 PM. No session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Beginner at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/guitar-group-beginner-at-sauganash-2026-09-09-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A beginner group guitar class for youth at Sauganash Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No class on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Riis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-riis-2026-09-09-riis-jacob-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Riis Park, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. The session on November 11 is canceled. Open to youth (exact...</description>
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      <title>Womens Volleyball League at Archer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/womens-volleyball-league-at-archer-2026-09-09-archer-william-beatty-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A women&#39;s volleyball league for adults at Archer Park, meeting Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, 6:45 to 9:00 PM (no session on November 11). Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-scottsdale-2026-09-09-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Open pickleball for adults at Scottsdale Park, held Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Norwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-norwood-2026-09-09-norwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Norwood Park. Volleyball instruction for teens at Norwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11. No pricing information listed.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Mt. Greenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-mt-greenwood-2026-09-09-mount-greenwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on October 12 or November 11).</description>
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      <title>Little Naturalists at NPV</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/little-naturalists-at-npv-2026-09-09-north-park-village-nature-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Education</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at North Park Village Nature Center Park. A nature-based early childhood program at North Park Village Nature Center, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 AM to noon, September 9 through December 9 (excluding Oct 28, 30, Nov 25, 27)....</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at McKinley Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-mckinley-gymnastics-2026-09-09-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics program for early childhood at McKinley Gymnastics Center, running Wednesdays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Mt. Greenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/little-artists-at-mt-greenwood-2026-09-09-mount-greenwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Little Artists at Mt. Greenwood is a weekly early childhood art program, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM. The session runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on November...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports (Home School) at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-home-school-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-09-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly homeschool sports program at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Wednesdays from 3 to 4 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session November 11). Designed for youth, the...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Olympia</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-olympia-2026-09-09-olympia-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. Recreational Tumbling at Olympia Park is a youth instruction program running Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. Participants work...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Online</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-online-2026-09-09-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A strength and conditioning instruction program for seniors at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 to 11:30 AM. Runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-09-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A 12-week gymnastics program for boys, held Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Harrison Gymnastics Center, running September 9 through December 9. The class is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Gately</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-gately-2026-09-09-gately-james-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly conditioning class for seniors at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Wednesdays from 9 to 10 AM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (the session skips November 11). No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Rainbow Beach</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/circuit-training-at-rainbow-beach-2026-09-09-rainbow-beach-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A circuit training program for adults at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM. Runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Oz</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/stretching-at-oz-2026-09-09-oz-park/</link>
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      <category>Health and Science</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. A weekly stretching class for seniors at Oz Park, held Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/art-abcs-at-green-briar-2026-09-09-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Green Briar Park. Art &amp; ABCs is an early childhood program at Green Briar Park that combines art and literacy instruction. It meets Wednesdays from 11 AM to 12 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pre-teen-club-at-holstein-2026-09-09-holstein-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly drop-in program at Holstein Park for pre-teens, meeting on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The group does not meet on October 28, November...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-kennedy-2026-09-09-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A recurring open pickleball session at Kennedy Park for seniors, running Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November...</description>
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      <title>Band - Jazz at Kennicott</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/band-jazz-at-kennicott-2026-09-09-kennicott-jonathan-park/</link>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. A jazz band program for adults at Kennicott Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session includes instruction but skips...</description>
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      <title>Dance at Owens</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dance-at-owens-2026-09-09-owens-jesse-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A youth dance instruction program at Owens Park that runs on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, starting September 9 and continuing through December 9, 2026. The program takes a break on...</description>
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      <title>Archery (Deaf &amp; HOH and Blind/VI) at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/archery-deaf-hoh-and-blindvi-at-horner-2026-09-09-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. An archery instruction program designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants and blind or visually impaired participants, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at Horner (Henry) Park in Irving...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Owens</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Owens Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11)....</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-kennedy-2026-09-09-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly instructional program for early childhood at Kennedy Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through December 9. The program does not meet on October 28, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for youth at McKinley Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program offers instruction in drawing and painting...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-dvorak-2026-09-09-dvorak-anton-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Dvorak Park, running Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No sessions on October 28 or November 11. Open to youth.</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-league-at-davis-square-2026-09-09-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A 14-week adult basketball league at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, running Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:45 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. Teams compete in a league format — registration...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Volleyball instruction for youth at Eckhart Park, running Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. The program skips November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for boys at Rowan Park on the East Side, running Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (no session November 11). Instruction-based format,...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boot-camp-at-park-no-596-2026-09-09-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-group-fitness-room/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Group Fitness Room. A no-frills adult boot camp at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026. There&#39;s no session on November 11. The class runs in...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A teen weight training program at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 9 (skipping October 28 and November 11). Instruction is for teens only.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-soccer-at-haas-2026-09-09-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. An instructional indoor soccer program for adults at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-09-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program is designed for...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly program at West Pullman Park for teens, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (skipping November 11). The schedule lists &#34;instruction&#34; as the...</description>
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      <title>Weight Training at Altgeld</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A teen weight training program at Altgeld Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (excluding October 12 and November 11). No...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Touhy-Herbert</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-touhy-herbert-2026-09-09-touhy-herbert-john-victor-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Touhy-Herbert Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on October 28 or November...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Welles</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mens-basketball-open-at-welles-2026-09-09-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. An open basketball session for adults at Welles Park, running Wednesdays from 7 to 9 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program takes a break on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Euclid</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-euclid-2026-09-09-euclid-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Euclid Park. Seasonal Sports at Euclid Park runs as an instructional program for youth, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 9 through December 9. The focus is on teaching fundamentals...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-oz-2026-09-09-oz-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood at Oz Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon from September 9 through December 9. Designed as a low-key introduction to the sport for...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leisure-education-special-rec-at-mt-greenwood-2026-09-09-mount-greenwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly instruction program for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. The session does not meet on October 28 or November 25....</description>
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      <title>Boys Flag Football League at Hale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-flag-football-league-at-hale-2026-09-09-hale-nathan-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A boys flag football league for youth runs Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Hale Park, starting September 9 through December 9, 2026. This is an individual registration league — players...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Dvorak</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-dvorak-2026-09-09-dvorak-anton-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth sports instruction program running at Dvorak Park on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 10, 2026. The program skips the weeks of October...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-gompers-2026-09-09-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Kiddie College at Gompers Park provides early childhood instruction on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 10 AM to 1 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at McKiernan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-mckiernan-2026-09-09-mckiernan-david-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A preschool program at McKiernan Park for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon. The session runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-independence-2026-09-09-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Independence Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instructional program at Independence Park, designed for young children. The program runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, starting September 9 and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Archer</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-archer-2026-09-09-archer-william-beatty-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Tiny Tot Sports offers early childhood movement and introductory sports instruction at Archer (William Beatty) Park. The program runs Wednesdays through Fridays from 1 to 2 PM, starting September 9...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Franklin</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-franklin-2026-09-09-franklin-benjamin-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Open basketball at Franklin Park for teens, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. Note that the session on Wednesday, November 11 is canceled.</description>
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      <title>Indoor Soccer at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-soccer-at-scottsdale-2026-09-09-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Indoor soccer instruction for youth at Scottsdale Park, running Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. No session on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A teen sports instruction program at Humboldt Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The focus is on skill-building in seasonal sports,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-at-wilson-frank-j-2026-09-09-wilson-frank-j-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 AM to noon, September 9 through December 11, 2026. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly club for girls at Marquette Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11. The program focuses on instruction for youth...</description>
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      <title>Play School at Bosley</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. Play School at Bosley Park is an early childhood instructional program meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Pool at Foster</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A supervised open swim session for youth at Foster Park&#39;s pool, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to 12 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A weekly conditioning class for adults at Cornell (Paul) Square Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-09-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A preschool instructional program at Pottawattomie Park for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:45 to 2:45 PM. The fall session runs from September 9...</description>
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      <title>Arts Club at Gill</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Arts Club at Gill Park is a recurring instruction program for youth, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:30 to 4:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. Note that the source does...</description>
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      <title>Archery at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A youth archery instruction program at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The session runs September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no classes on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Fernwood</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Fernwood Park hosts a fitness boot camp for adults on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program runs from September 9 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A strength and conditioning program for adults at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 9 through December 11, 2026 (excluding...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Welles Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 PM and Fridays from 4:30 to 6 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026 (skipping several dates in late...</description>
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      <title>Cross Training at Seward</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Cross training sessions for adults at Seward (William) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM between September 9 and December 11, 2026. The program is instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Cooper</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cooper (Jack) Park. A chair exercise program for seniors at Cooper (Jack) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running September 9 through December 11.</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boot-camp-at-harris-2026-09-09-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly boot camp for adults at Harris Park in Woodlawn, meeting Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM from September 9 through December 16, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A music-focused program for early childhood participants, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:05 AM at Wicker Park from September 9 through December 16, 2026. The &#34;Partnership&#34; designation suggests a...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Crocheting instruction for adults at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, September 9 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Boxing - Open at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Open boxing sessions for adults at Ogden Park in Englewood, running Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from noon to 2 PM, September 9 through December 18, 2026 (excluding November 11). No...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-league-at-sheil-2026-09-09-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. An adult volleyball league meeting Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at Sheil Community Center Park, running September 9, 2026 through April 28, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at Chase</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-winter-spring-at-chase-2026-09-09-chase-salmon-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A year-round early childhood activity program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to 2 PM, beginning Wednesday, September 9, 2026 and continuing...</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Girls at Mandrake</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/inner-city-flag-football-girls-at-mandrake-2026-09-10-mandrake-henry-brown-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A girls&#39; flag football program at Mandrake Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 to November 5, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>12&#34; Fast Pitch Softball at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A youth instructional 12-inch fast pitch softball program at William Rowan Park on the east side, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 10 through November 5. The activity type is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Kelly</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-kelly-2026-09-10-kelly-edward-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Kelly Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 10 through November 19. The session focuses on instruction, with no additional details on cost...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Rosenblum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-rosenblum-2026-09-10-park-no-595/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Park No. 595. A youth sports instruction program at Park No. 595 in Riverdale, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM from September 10 through December 1, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving). No...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Tiny Tot Tumbling at Morgan Pk SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/special-olympics-tiny-tot-tumbling-at-morgan-pk-sc-2026-09-10-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A tumbling program for young children, offered Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs September 10 through December 3, skipping November 26. Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-park-no-596-2026-09-10-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A youth basketball skills program at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Runs from September 10 through December 3, 2026, with no session on November 26....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Washington</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-washington-2026-09-10-washington-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Washington Park, running Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 10 through December 4. The program skips Thursday, November 26. No further details...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-independence-2026-09-10-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Independence Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Independence Park meets Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. Designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-10-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly pickleball instruction program for adults at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Mayfair</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-mayfair-2026-09-10-mayfair-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A parent-tot gymnastics program for early childhood at Mayfair Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Registration is...</description>
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      <title>Rising Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/rising-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-10-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October 29...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Gompers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-gompers-2026-09-10-gompers-samuel-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Gompers Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26.</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-1-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-10-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A Level 1 boys gymnastics class at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October 29 or November 26. For youth...</description>
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      <title>Girls Roller Skating at Rutherford Sayre</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-roller-skating-at-rutherford-sayre-2026-09-10-rutherford-sayre-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. Girls roller skating at Rutherford Sayre Park runs Thursdays from 5:45 to 7:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, skipping Thanksgiving week. Open to youth participants. No additional details on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Portage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-portage-2026-09-10-portage-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth flag football program at Portage Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Instruction-based, for youth...</description>
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      <title>Jazzercise Partnership at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/jazzercise-partnership-at-independence-2026-09-10-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Independence Park. Jazzercise classes meet at Independence Park on Thursday evenings, 6:30 to 7:30 PM, from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program is for adults and skips Thanksgiving week (no class on...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Olympia</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tot-spot-at-olympia-2026-09-10-olympia-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Olympia Park. Tot Spot at Olympia Park is an open-play program for early childhood, meeting Thursday mornings from 9:15 to 10:00 AM, running from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (with no session on November...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-10-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Avondale Gymnastics Center for early childhood participants with a caregiver. The program runs Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM, September 10 through December...</description>
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      <title>Guitar - Group - Intermediate at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/guitar-group-intermediate-at-sauganash-2026-09-10-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. An intermediate guitar class for adults at Sauganash Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Instruction focuses on group...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Jensen</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. A youth recreational tumbling program at Jensen (Christ) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-valley-forge-2026-09-10-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A weekly early childhood program for parents and their young children at Valley Forge Park in Clearing, combining instruction and interaction. The series runs Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 10...</description>
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      <title>Girls Dance - Hip Hop at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-dance-hip-hop-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-10-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly hip hop dance class for girls in early childhood, held Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM at Austin Town Hall Park. The program runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Senka</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A recreational cheerleading instruction program for youth at Senka Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Hiawatha Park is a weekly early childhood program running Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Instruction is included...</description>
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      <title>Weaving Open Studio at Indian Boundary</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A weaving open studio for adults at Indian Boundary Park, meeting Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Drop in to work on your...</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Cole</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. A weekly drop-in program for pre-teens at Cole (Nat King) Park, running Thursdays from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving, November 26. The club meets from 12:00...</description>
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      <title>Stretching at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avalon Park. A stretching instruction program for adults at Avalon Park, meeting Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on Thanksgiving, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A conditioning program for seniors at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park in Lake View, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. Tot Spot is an open play session for early childhood at Anderson (Louis) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program runs except on...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. An adult instruction program featuring games and activities at Emmerson Park in West Ridge. Sessions run Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 10 through December 10, skipping October 29 and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly pickleball program for seniors at Ridge Park, with instruction, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on October 29 or November 26).</description>
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      <title>Archery at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A senior archery instruction program at Pulaski Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26. The description...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Gym Monkeys is an early childhood movement and instruction program at Horner (Henry) Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-sauganash-2026-09-10-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program at Sauganash Park, designed for toddlers and preschoolers to build motor skills through guided play. Sessions run Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Smith</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-smith-2026-09-10-smith-joseph-higgins-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth instructional sports program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The schedule skips October 29 and November...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Green Briar</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-green-briar-2026-09-10-green-briar-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Green Briar Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Green Briar Park, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 10 through December 10. The session skips November 26. The description is sparse — no...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-lincoln-2026-09-10-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A weekly tumbling class for youth at Lincoln Park Cultural Center, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Euclid</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-euclid-2026-09-10-euclid-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Euclid Park. Flag Football at Euclid Park runs as an instructional program for youth on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting Thursday, September 10 through Thursday, December 10, 2026. No session...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Ping Tom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-ping-tom-2026-09-10-tom-ping-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open volleyball for teens at Ping Tom Memorial Park, running Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. No registration information provided.</description>
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      <title>Lacrosse at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/lacrosse-at-davis-square-2026-09-10-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A youth lacrosse instruction program at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. No session on November 26. Open to young...</description>
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      <title>Scrap Booking at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/scrap-booking-at-holstein-2026-09-10-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly scrapbooking instruction session for youth at Holstein Park, running Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. Note that the program does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Dream Girls Mentoring Program at Touhy-Herbert</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dream-girls-mentoring-program-at-touhy-herbert-2026-09-10-touhy-herbert-john-victor-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A weekly mentoring program for youth, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM at Touhy-Herbert Park, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no sessions October 29 or November 26). Registration...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Warren</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-skills-at-warren-2026-09-10-warren-laurence-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly soccer skills program for youth at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session on Thanksgiving (November 26) is not held.</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Schreiber</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-schreiber-2026-09-10-schreiber-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Schreiber Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Schreiber Park in Rogers Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). Open to...</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-with-food-at-kennedy-2026-09-10-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly food-themed instruction program for youth at Kennedy (Dennis) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-10-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth instructional flag football program at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on October 29 or November 26). Open to...</description>
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      <title>Woodcraft Beginner at Lincoln</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/woodcraft-beginner-at-lincoln-2026-09-10-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A beginner woodcraft program for teens at Lincoln Park Cultural Center, focused on instruction in basic woodworking skills. The program meets Thursdays from 4:30 to 7:00 PM, running September 10...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-at-ridge-2026-09-10-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Ridge Park. Boxing instruction for youth at Ridge Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:40 to 5:40 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Haas</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-haas-2026-09-10-haas-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. A youth tumbling class at Haas Park in Logan Square, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on October 29 or November 26). Registration cost is...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-davis-square-2026-09-10-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A weekly youth program at Davis Square Park, meeting Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (skipping Thanksgiving on November 26). Instruction and games for youth.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Nichols</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-club-at-nichols-2026-09-10-nichols-john-fountain-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A youth sports club at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Graver</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. An instructional arts-and-crafts program for youth at Graver Park, held Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving week (November 26).</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-holstein-2026-09-10-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Holstein Park. Dodgeball instruction for youth at Holstein Park, meeting Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Avalon Park. A weekly open basketball session at Avalon Park, running Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. Open to adults. No session on Thursday, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Oriole</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-oriole-2026-09-10-oriole-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Oriole Park. A weekly basketball program for early childhood participants at Oriole Park, running Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Sheil</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Sheil Community Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:45 to 3:30 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Chase</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth, held Thursday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown. The program runs from September 10 through December 10, skipping...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Revere</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/recreational-tumbling-at-revere-2026-09-10-revere-paul-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Revere Park on Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). A steady weekly option for...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Revere</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A tumbling class for early childhood at Revere (Paul) Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Piotrowski Park, offering instruction on Thursday afternoons from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Saturday afternoons from 12:30 to 2:30 PM. The program runs from...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Pre Team Gymnastics at Harrison Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-pre-team-gymnastics-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-10-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A youth gymnastics program at Harrison Gymnastics Center for boys, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:45 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 10 through December 12. The session skips...</description>
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      <title>Veterans Archery at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. An archery program for adults at McKinley Park, running Mondays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, September 10 through December 14. The session is open to veterans and provides instruction. Note that...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - 4 on 4 at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A 4-on-4 basketball program for adults at Marquette Park, focused on instruction. It meets Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:15 PM, running September 10 through December 17, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Set Design at Munroe</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Munroe (Roy) Park. A set design class for adults at Munroe Park in Beverly, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 9 PM. The program runs from September 10 through December 24, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A six-session soccer skills program for early childhood participants at Bosley (William) Park in Bridgeport. The group meets Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM, running September 11 through October 16....</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Hale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly walking program for adults at Hale (Nathan) Park, meeting Friday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM from September 11 through October 30. Free and open to all adults.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Indian Road Park. The Walking Club at Indian Road Park offers weekly Friday afternoon walks for adults, meeting from 2 to 3 PM from September 11 through October 30. No pricing or registration information is provided,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth touch football instruction program at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, running September 11 through November 13, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kedvale Park. A senior social club at Kedvale Park, meeting on Mondays and Fridays from 10:15 AM to 12:00 PM, September 11 through November 20, 2026. The club does not meet on Monday, October 26 or Friday, October...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A youth flag football program at Abbott Park in Roseland, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 11 through November 20, 2026. Instruction-based activity for youth; registration details are...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A weekly social gathering for seniors at Brainerd Park, meeting Fridays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, September 11 through November 27. No pricing is listed; check with the park for details.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM between September 11 and December 4. Designed for kids and teens, with an emphasis on...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Open pickleball at Mandrake Park runs twice a week for adults, Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 3 PM, starting September 11 through December 4, 2026. The schedule skips Monday, October 12. No...</description>
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      <title>Sewing - Intermediate at Foster</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A weekly intermediate sewing class for seniors at Foster Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 4, 2026. Instruction covers intermediate techniques.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at Graver</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. A youth sports club meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at Graver (Philip) Park in Beverly, running September 11 through December 4. The program offers instruction for participants, with...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Family at Dunham</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. Mighty Fit Family is a weekly fitness program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Dunham (Robert) Park in Portage Park. The program runs September 11 through December...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Brooks</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A weekly open pickleball session for adults at Brooks Park, running Fridays from noon to 2 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. No registration or fee is listed — just show up with your...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Hale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. Pickleball open play for adults at Hale (Nathan) Park, running Fridays from noon to 2 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration or fee information provided — drop-in format.</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Mayfair</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mayfair Park. Gym Monkeys is an instructional gym program for early childhood at Mayfair Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM. The program runs from September 11 to December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A weekly Friday afternoon drop-in program for young children at Kilbourn Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session meets from 12:30 to 1:30 PM and is categorized as...</description>
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      <title>Social Club at River</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at River Park. Social Club at River Park meets Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. This is an adult open-age program — no description of activities was provided, so call...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Piotrowski</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at Piotrowski Park, designed for early childhood participants. The session runs Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 11 through December 11....</description>
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      <title>Social Club at McKiernan Playground</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. A drop-in social program for adults at McKiernan Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. The group does not meet on October 30 or November 27. No further...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Mayfair</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-mayfair-2026-09-11-mayfair-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A weekly basketball skills program for early childhood participants at Mayfair Park, meeting Fridays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. Instruction-based format for the...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A weekly drawing and painting session for youth at La Follette (Robert) Park, held Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026, and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Hale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly tap and ballet instructional class for early childhood at Hale Park, meeting Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. Seasonal Sports at Jefferson Memorial Park offers youth instruction Friday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program provides structured activity...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth basketball skills program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. Instruction-based activity for young players, no additional...</description>
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      <title>Drop-in at Wildwood</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wildwood Park. Drop-in at Wildwood offers youth instruction on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Wildwood Park, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. No additional details on activities or registration...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A youth pickleball instruction program at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on October 30, November...</description>
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      <title>Fun with Food at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A weekly food-focused program for early childhood participants at Amundsen (Roald) Park in Galewood, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Hiawatha Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The class focuses on instruction in cheer basics....</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly pre-teen club at Marquette Park, meeting Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to youth, with no specific age range listed...</description>
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      <title>Girls Pre-Teen Club at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A weekly club for pre-teen girls at Wentworth Park, meeting Fridays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27. Open to youth; no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Hiawatha Park, meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to youth participants; no pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A strength and conditioning class for seniors at Field (Eugene) Park, meeting Fridays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based, no registration fee listed.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-11-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. Twinkle Stars Gymnastics is a weekly Friday class for early childhood, meeting from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Avondale Gymnastics Center, offering early childhood instruction on Friday mornings from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The session runs from September 11 through December...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Brooks (Oscar) Park, meeting Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction is provided.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, running from September 11 to December 11, 2026....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. A weekly senior citizens club meeting at Wilson Park in Bridgeport, gathering Fridays from 9 AM to 2 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program offers a regular daytime social space for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A ceramics instruction program for adults at Berger Park, meeting Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. Registration and pricing details are not provided.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. An intermediate woodcraft program for adults at Foster Park in Auburn-Gresham, meeting Fridays from 10 AM to 1 PM, September 11 through December 11. The instruction covers woodworking techniques at...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Sheil Community Center Park runs Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, September 11 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30 and November 27). Designed for early childhood...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Schreiber Park. Table tennis open play at Schreiber Park, running Fridays from September 11 through December 11, 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. This is a drop-in slot for adults — bring your own paddle and come ready to play.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly conditioning class for seniors at Ellis Park, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11 and focuses on instruction-based exercise.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. Tot Spot is a drop-in playtime for early childhood at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM from September 11 to December 11, 2026. Note that there is no session on Friday, October...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A weekly Friday program for early childhood at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, running from September 11 to December 11, 2026, from 12:15 to 1:00 PM. The instruction-based session includes fun and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). Tot Spot is a weekly open play session for early childhood, held Fridays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM at Brighton Park Community Campus. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. A weekly pickleball session with instruction for adults at Grand Crossing Park, running Fridays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 11. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Open basketball at Brainerd Park for teens, running Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brainerd Park. Game Room at Brainerd Park offers a dedicated Friday afternoon hangout for teens, running from 1:00 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program provides a supervised space for...</description>
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      <title>Upcycling Fabric Scraps at Park No. 571</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Park No. 571. A weekly workshop for adults who want to turn fabric scraps into something useful. Instruction runs Fridays from 2 to 3:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, at Park No. 571 in Bridgeport.</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A teen-focused sports conditioning program at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Fridays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30). The class...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Berger</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly art class for early childhood at Berger Park in Edgewater, meeting Fridays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM. The program runs from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No pricing information is...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Horner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A conditioning program for seniors at Horner Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The session does not meet on September 18 or...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. A music and movement class for early childhood at Holstein Park in Bucktown, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with some holiday dates...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Beverly</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Beverly Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Beverly Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Girls Ballet - Beginner at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A beginner ballet class for young children at Ridge Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no class October 30 or November 27). Intended for early...</description>
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      <title>Game Room at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. The game room at Rainbow Beach Park opens to teens every Friday from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, running from September 11 through December 11. No description of the activities is provided beyond the schedule.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Fuller</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A teen sports instruction program at Fuller (Melville) Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 4 to 7 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no session on Monday, October 12. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Youth pickleball instruction at Lake Shore Park, designed for younger players, runs Fridays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. The program skips September 25 and October...</description>
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      <title>Girls Basketball at Gately</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly instructional basketball program for teens at Gately (James) Park, running Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Dolls, Houses, &amp; Action Figures at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dolls-houses-action-figures-at-gill-2026-09-11-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly youth program at Gill Park, exploring dolls, houses, and action figures through guided instruction. Meets Fridays from 4 to 5 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. Table tennis instruction for youth runs on Fridays at Pulaski Park, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program skips October 30 and November 27. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Nichols</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A youth basketball program runs on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The activity is instruction-based for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Hair Braiding at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A weekly hair braiding instruction session at Tuley (Murray) Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026, with no session on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Glow-in-the-Dark Kickball at Horner</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A glow-in-the-dark kickball program for youth at Horner Park, offering instruction in the game while playing under lights. The program meets Fridays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, running September 11 through...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Volleyball instruction for youth on Fridays, 4:30 to 5:30 PM, at McKinley Park from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Dance at Ridge</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth dance instruction program at Ridge Park, meeting Fridays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Roller skating at Seward Park on Fridays from 5:00 to 7:30 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no session September 25 or October 30). Open to all ages, no registration required.</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Table games for youth at McKinley Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. Open soccer for teens at Brighton Park Community Campus Gymnasium, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM from September 11 through December 11. No registration or fee is listed — just show up for open...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Park. A youth sports instruction program at Calumet Park, running Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The activity type is listed as instruction, with no further details...</description>
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      <title>Paper Mache at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Paper Mache at Palmer Park offers weekly instruction in paper mache techniques for teens 13 to 17. The program meets Fridays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026, at Palmer...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Calumet Park. Open basketball at Calumet Park runs Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 11 through December 11. The program is open to teens. No registration details or fee are listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A woodcraft program for youth meeting Friday evenings at Horner Park, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Participants gather from 6:30 to 7:30 PM for instruction-based activities....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly caregiver-and-child program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Fridays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood participants, the sessions...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A tumbling program for early childhood at Wicker Park, meeting Fridays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Youth volleyball instruction at Jesse White Park in River North, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at The Park at NTA. Teen Club at The Park at NTA meets Mondays and Fridays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to teens, with no specific age range given beyond...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Revere</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program at Revere Park, designed for early childhood development through guided instruction. Meets Fridays from 11 AM to noon, September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly parent-and-child interaction program for early childhood, meeting Fridays from 9 to 9:45 AM at Welles Park from September 11 through December 11, with no session on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Foster</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A weekly open basketball session at Foster Park for teens, running Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration or fees are mentioned — show up with a...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A Friday morning nutrition instruction program for seniors at Hiawatha Park, running from September 11 to December 18, 2026, from 10 to 10:45 AM. No registration cost is listed.</description>
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      <title>Running Club at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A running club for adults at Rutherford Sayre Park, meeting Saturdays from September 12 through October 24, 2026, from 9:45 to 10:45 AM.</description>
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      <title>Inner City Flag Football Boys at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. A youth flag football program for boys at Grand Crossing Park, running Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:45 PM and Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, from September 12 through October 24, 2026. The program focuses...</description>
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      <title>Eco Explorers at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. An eight-session outdoor program for youth, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Kilbourn Park. The series runs from September 12 through November 7, 2026, and is described as a camp-style...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. Open basketball runs Saturdays from 11 AM to 1 PM at Marquette Park, starting September 12 through December 5. This is an open gym session for adults — show up, play, no registration required.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Soccer instruction for youth meets Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Sauganash Park, running September 12 through December 5, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Family Arts and Crafts Partnership at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Holstein Park. A Saturday morning arts and crafts program for youth at Holstein Park, running from September 12 through December 5, 2026. Sessions meet from 9:45 to 10:45 AM on select Saturdays — the schedule skips...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Grand Crossing</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/teen-club-at-grand-crossing-2026-09-12-grand-crossing-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. A teen club meets at Grand Crossing Park on Saturdays from September 12 through December 5, 2026, from 3:15 to 4:00 PM. The program is open to teens, with no specific age range narrower than that...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-broadway-gym-2026-09-12-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program meeting Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater. Runs September 12 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-garfield-gymnastics-2026-09-12-garfield-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class for early childhood, held Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at Garfield Gymnastics Center. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Eugene Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-sports-at-eugene-field-2026-09-12-field-eugene-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A Saturday-morning series at Eugene Field Park for early childhood participants, running from September 12 through December 12. Each session runs 9:30 to 10:15 AM and focuses on instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner Partnership at River</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at River Park. A 12-week beginner ballet partnership class for adults at River Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM, September 12 through December 12. The class skips October 31 and November 28. No...</description>
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      <title>Play Production at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/play-production-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-12-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A play production program for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Saturdays from noon to 2:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The listing describes it as instructional, though no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Dance at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly dance class for early childhood participants at Norwood Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM. The program runs from September 12 through December 12 and focuses on instruction for...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports Club at La Follette</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-club-at-la-follette-2026-09-12-la-follette-robert-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth sports instruction program at La Follette Park, running Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The club is open to youth participants, with no specific...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-12-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Girls Gymnastics Level 1 at Peterson Gymnastics Center meets Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28. This...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Oriole Park. Open pickleball for adults at Oriole Park, with drop-in play on Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM. The season runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, but note that there is no session on Saturday,...</description>
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      <title>Animal Explorers at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Animal Explorers at McKinley Park is a Saturday morning program for young children, combining nature observation with hands-on activities. Sessions run from 9:00 to 9:45 AM each Saturday, September...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Gill</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Gill Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. For kids; no further details on age range or cost are...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A Saturday morning soccer program at Armour Square Park for early childhood, running from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Sessions are instruction-based and meet from 9:30 to 10:30 AM.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A weekly tumbling class for young children at Skinner Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, September 12 through December 12 (no session on October 31).</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-skills-at-carver-2026-09-12-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Carver Park in Riverdale, running Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session focuses on instruction and runs from September 12 through December 12.</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Seward</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A Saturday morning basketball program for young children, focused on instruction and skill-building. Bitty Basketball runs weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026, at Seward Park in River...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Touhy-Herbert</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Touhy-Herbert Park, running Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Game Room at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A weekly open game room for youth at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Saturdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No session on October 31. The listing does not specify...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly basketball program for young children at Armour Square Park, running Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 12 through December 12. The focus is on instruction and basic skills for...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM from September 12 through December 12, with no sessions on October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Smith</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A weekly youth basketball instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, held Saturdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. The program runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. Open basketball for teens at Seward Park, running Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:45 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A pickleball league for adults at Lake Shore Park, running Saturdays from September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 12:30 to 2:45 PM. The league skips October 31. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Bitty Basketball is a weekly instructional program for early childhood, held Saturdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM at McKinley Park. The session runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly Saturday afternoon program for teens at South Shore Cultural Center Park, running from September 12 to December 12, 2026. Participants learn baton twirling and pom-pom routines in a...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-avalon-2026-09-12-avalon-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Avalon Park. Open basketball for teens at Avalon Park, running Saturdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth runs on Saturdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at McKinley (William) Park, from September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration cost or further details are listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A floor hockey instruction program for early childhood ages at Stanton Park, running Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Margate</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Margate Park. A teen drop-in program at Margate Park, meeting Saturdays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. The club does not meet on October 31 or November 28. Open to teens; no...</description>
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      <title>Womens Crocheting at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/womens-crocheting-at-ridge-2026-09-12-ridge-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly crocheting session for adults at Ridge Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The program does not meet on October 31 or November 28. No...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-veterans-memorial-2026-09-12-veterans-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A strength and conditioning program for adults at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Instrumental at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. Instrumental at Marquette runs daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Marquette (Jacques) Park, offering all-ages instructional programming from Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, December 13, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Open pickleball play for adults at West Lawn Park, running daily from 2 to 4 PM from Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, December 13. No registration or structured programming — just show up and...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Carver</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Boxing instruction for adults at Carver Park in Riverdale, running daily from September 12 through December 13, 2026. Sessions are offered in two time slots: 9:00 to 11:00 AM and 2:30 to 4:00 PM. No...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/teen-club-at-carver-2026-09-12-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A teen drop-in program at Carver Park running Sunday through Saturday from September 12 to December 13, 2026, with sessions from 2:15 to 3:00 PM. The club is open to teens and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-12-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Calumet Gymnastics Center pairs toddlers and their caregivers for guided movement and instruction. The program meets Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, running September 12...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Rogers</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-rogers-2026-09-13-rogers-phillip-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Rogers (Phillip) Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction is an early childhood program at Rogers Park, meeting Sundays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM between September 13 and October 25. The activity focuses on instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Maggie Daley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-maggie-daley-2026-09-13-maggie-daley-park/</link>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. An adult soccer instruction program at Maggie Daley Park, running Sundays from 10 to 11 AM, September 13 through December 13, 2026 (no session on November 1). No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Track &amp; Field at Oakdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/track-field-at-oakdale-2026-09-14-oakdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oakdale Park. Track &amp; field instruction for youth at Oakdale Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from September 14 to October 21, 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The program skips Monday, October 12. No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Kelvyn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-kelvyn-2026-09-14-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly chair exercise program for seniors at Kelvyn Park, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from September 14 through November 9, 2026. Instruction is included; no pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-skills-at-veterans-memorial-2026-09-14-veterans-memorial-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A soccer skills program for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering. The session runs from September 14 to November 23, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Simons</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-simons-2026-09-14-simons-almira-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. Open volleyball for teens at Simons Park, running Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through November 30 (no session on October 12). No registration fee mentioned.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. An open basketball session for adults at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, running Mondays from September 14 through November 30, 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. No session on October 12. Drop-in play — no...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. Recreational tumbling for youth, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM at Abbott Park. The program runs from September 14 through December 2, with no sessions on October 12 or November...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Humboldt</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-at-humboldt-2026-09-14-humboldt-alexander-von-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Boxing instruction for youth at Humboldt Park, running weekdays from 4:00 to 5:45 PM, September 14 through December 4, 2026, with no sessions on Oct 26–30, Nov 11, or Nov 26.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Wilson Park, running Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. The session skips October 12, October 26, and November...</description>
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      <title>Painting at Chippewa</title>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A painting instruction program for seniors at Chippewa Park, meeting Mondays from 1:15 to 3:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12, 26, and November 23.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Shedd</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-at-shedd-2026-09-14-shedd-john-g-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shedd (John G.) Park. A teen basketball instruction program at Shedd Park, meeting Mondays from 2:45 to 4:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12).</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oriole Park. A teen indoor soccer instruction program at Oriole Park, running Mondays from 4:50 to 5:40 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). The description is limited to schedule...</description>
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      <title>Boys Rising Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-rising-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-14-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for boys in early childhood, meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A youth soccer league for early childhood participants, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM at Mount Greenwood Park. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026. This is an individual...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A youth floor hockey program at Shabbona Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 14 through December 7 (excluding October 12, 26, and November 23).</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Bell Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The sessions are instruction-based and open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Harris Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-harris-gymnastics-2026-09-14-harris-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harris Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; Level 1 gymnastics class at Harris Gymnastics in Woodlawn, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Archer</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A youth dodgeball instruction program at Archer (William Beatty) Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No sessions on October 12 and October 26.</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A youth dodgeball program at Rutherford Sayre Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM between September 14 and December 7, 2026. The session focuses on instruction and runs weekly, except on...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. Recreational tumbling instruction for youth at Wentworth Park, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Soccer Skills at Pasteur Park is an instructional program for early childhood participants, running Monday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The session meets weekly from September 14 through December...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tarkington Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Tarkington Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 26 and November 23.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. A weekly youth volleyball instruction program at Madigan Park, meeting Mondays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on November 23.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Sauganash</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-sauganash-2026-09-14-sauganash-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Open volleyball at Sauganash Park for adults, running Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. Note the program is not held on October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A volleyball instruction program for adults at Shabbona Park, running Mondays from 7:00 to 8:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Madigan Park, meeting Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. No session on November 23.</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics Lev. 1 at McKinley Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gymnastics-lev-1-at-mckinley-gym-2026-09-14-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A youth gymnastics instruction program at McKinley Gymnastics Center, meeting Mondays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly drop-in program for parents and toddlers at Kelvyn Park, offering guided interaction and play for early childhood development. Meets Mondays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-14-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics class for Level 3–4 skill levels, meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>NERF Sports at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A youth NERF sports program at Athletic Field Park, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 5:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12).</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A youth basketball skills program at Kilbourn Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). Designed for youth players, the sessions...</description>
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      <title>Pre-Teen Club at Independence</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Independence Park. A pre-teen club meets at Independence Park on Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12. The program is open to youth, though specific...</description>
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      <title>Drawing &amp; Painting at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A youth drawing and painting program at Shabbona Park in Dunning, offering weekly instruction for young artists. The class meets Mondays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Mozart Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at McKiernan Playground</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. Team Tumbling at McKiernan Playground offers youth instruction on Monday afternoons, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. Sessions meet from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, with no class on October...</description>
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      <title>Circuit Training at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Circuit training for adults at Scottsdale Park, held Mondays from 6 to 7 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). The program is instruction-based and designed for...</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Dunham</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pilates-at-dunham-2026-09-14-dunham-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. Pilates instruction for adults at Dunham Park, meeting Monday evenings from 6 to 7 PM. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12, October 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Norwood</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly art program for early childhood at Norwood Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 12:30 to 1:15 PM. The session on October 12 is skipped. Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Fall at Shabbona</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leisure-ed-special-rec-fall-at-shabbona-2026-09-14-shabbona-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly leisure education program for adults with special needs, offering instruction at Shabbona Park. The program runs on Mondays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise (Special Rec) at Harrison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-special-rec-at-harrison-2026-09-14-harrison-carter-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Aquatic exercise for adults at Harrison Park, meeting Mondays from 11 AM to noon from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, October 26, November 23, or...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A senior abs and core strength class at Don Nash Community Center, meeting Mondays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Washington</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly tap and ballet class for early childhood at Washington Park, held Mondays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The program runs September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Mommy and Me Ballet at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mommy-and-me-ballet-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Mommy and Me Ballet meets Mondays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no class October 12). The program is billed for adults...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. An adult conditioning class at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Mondays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM. The session runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on October 12 or 26.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Jesse White</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Open basketball for adults at Jesse White Park, running Mondays from 12 to 2 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No sessions on October 12 or 26. Drop-in, no registration required.</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Adams</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly art instruction program for early childhood at Adams Park, meeting Mondays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, with no class on October 12 or 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekly abs-and-core class for seniors at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM from September 14 through December 7 (no session on October 12 or 26). No registration cost listed.</description>
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      <title>Pilates at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A weekly pilates class for adults at Lake Shore Park, meeting Mondays from 1 to 2 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class does not meet on October 12 or 26.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A strength and conditioning class for adults, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Taylor-Lauridsen Park. The program runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Stanton Park, held Mondays from 1 to 2 PM from September 14 through December 7. Instruction-based.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Graver (Philip) Park. Open pickleball sessions for adults at Graver Park, held Mondays from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly early-childhood basketball instruction program at Wrightwood Park for the youngest players. Sessions run on Mondays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A weekly sports program for early childhood at Wicker Park, meeting Mondays from 1:45 to 2:30 PM from September 14 through December 7. The focus is on instruction and basic movement skills for young...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly woodcraft instruction program for adults at Mann (James) Park, meeting Mondays from 2 to 3 PM. The session runs September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no meetings on October 26,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A weekly senior club at Welles (Gideon) Park in Lincoln Square, meeting Mondays from 2:15 to 3:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The club does not meet on October 12, October 26, or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly fitness and nutrition instruction program at Mann (James) Park, meeting Mondays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 26 or November...</description>
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      <title>Little Yogis at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A weekly yoga session for early childhood participants at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater. The class meets Mondays from 3:15 to 3:45 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Armour Square Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No pricing information provided.</description>
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      <title>Soccer For Success at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at McKinley Park, meeting Mondays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 14 through December 7 (no session on October 12). Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth dodgeball program at Wicker Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Instruction-based and open to youth.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Smith</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program is canceled on October 12, October...</description>
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      <title>Piano - Group - Beginner at Horner</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A beginner group piano class for youth at Horner Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Armour Square Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 26 and November 23). No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A youth basketball skills program at Wrightwood Park, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November 23....</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Welles</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A youth flag football program at Welles Park, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November 23. The program...</description>
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      <title>You Build It at Harrison</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly youth building program at Harrison (Carter) Park, where participants work on construction-style projects under instruction. The program meets Mondays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. A youth flag football program at Cornell Square Park, running Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 14 through December 7. The activity is instructional, geared toward young players. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Golf at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth golf instruction program at Fosco (Peter) Park runs on Mondays from September 14 to December 7, 2026, skipping October 12. Sessions go from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. The program is designed for youth...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Owens</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-owens-2026-09-14-owens-jesse-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A youth flag football program at Owens (Jesse) Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM from September 14 through December 7. The program is instructional, for youth participants. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Harrison</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth tumbling instruction program at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no sessions on October 12, October 26, or November 23).</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Calumet</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/soccer-at-calumet-2026-09-14-calumet-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Calumet Park. A weekly soccer instruction program for early childhood at Calumet Park, held Mondays from 4:00 to 4:50 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program skips October 12. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. Bitty Basketball at Veteran&#39;s Memorial Park is a weekly instructional program for early childhood participants, running Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Davis Square</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-davis-square-2026-09-14-davis-dr-nathan-square-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A flag football program for youth, meeting Monday afternoons from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at Davis Square Park. The season runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with instruction-based sessions....</description>
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      <title>Jazzercise Partnership at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/jazzercise-partnership-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly Jazzercise partnership program for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12....</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at West Pullman</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly youth recreation program at West Pullman Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM from September 14 through December 7. The activity type is instruction, aimed at youth. No further details...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Ridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-ridge-2026-09-14-ridge-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ridge Park. A youth sports instruction program meeting Monday evenings from 6 to 7 PM at Ridge Park, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, October 26, and November 23....</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Loyola</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-loyola-2026-09-14-loyola-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Loyola Park. A conditioning class for adults at Loyola Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on Wednesday, November 11).</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Fosco</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Open volleyball for youth at Fosco Park, meeting Mondays from 6 to 7 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session October 12).</description>
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      <title>Archery at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A youth archery instruction program at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Open to young archers;...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A teen leadership program at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park, meeting Mondays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. Open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Haas</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Tot Spot at Haas Park runs Monday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00 AM, from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). It&#39;s an open, drop-in program for early childhood, meaning...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly instructional program for all ages at Mann Park in Hegewisch, meeting Mondays from noon to 1 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 26). The activity is focused on...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at McGuane</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Brick Builders Club meets weekly at McGuane Park for early childhood participants. The program runs Mondays from 12:30 to 1:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026, with instruction in building...</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement at Wolfe</title>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Music and Movement at Wolfe Park is a weekly early childhood instruction program held on Mondays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 12...</description>
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      <title>Small Group Personal Training at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A small group personal training program designed for seniors, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 4:45 PM at the Don Nash Community Center. The sessions run from September 14 through December 7, 2026. This...</description>
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      <title>Band at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. Band at Tuley Park offers youth instrumental instruction on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on Monday, November 23....</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A seated exercise class for seniors at Franklin (Benjamin) Park in North Lawndale, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 14 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 12...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 14 through December 9 (no session on November 11). For youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Adult Leadership Club (Special Rec) at Owens</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. An instruction-based leadership program for adults at Owens Park, meeting Mondays through Wednesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through December 9, 2026. The program has a number of...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A youth cross-country program at West Pullman Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 9. The program skips Wednesday, November 11. Instruction is...</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A weekly line dance class for seniors at Ellis Park, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A play-based early childhood program at Kelvyn Park in Hermosa, meeting weekdays from 1:30 to 2:00 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 11, 2026, with no programming on November 11...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A t-ball program for young children at Athletic Field Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 2:15 to 3:00 PM, running September 14 through December 11, 2026. Instruction-based format for early...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly abs and core conditioning class for adults, meeting on Mondays and Fridays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM at Kelvyn Park in Hermosa. The program runs from September 14 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Open pickleball for adults at Nash (Don) Community Center Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1 to 4 PM between September 14 and December 11, 2026. The program does not run on Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oz Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Oz Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, September 14 through December 11. The program does not meet on Monday, October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park, running weekdays from 9 AM to 3 PM, September 14 through December 11. The program does not meet on October 12, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Don Nash Community Center Park, meeting Mondays and Fridays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM. The session runs from September 14 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A youth sports instruction program meeting Mondays at Hayes Park in Ashburn from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 14 through December 14, 2026. The program takes a break on Monday, October 12, and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. A weekly yoga and Pilates class for adults at Rainey Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:15 PM. The program runs from September 14 through December 14, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Harris</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly instructional boot camp for adults at Harris Park in Woodlawn, meeting Mondays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM from September 14 through December 14. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Archery at Revere</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A youth archery instruction program at Revere (Paul) Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM. Runs from September 14 through December 14, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Womens Bridge Club at Warren</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. The Women&#39;s Bridge Club meets at Warren (Laurence) Park on Mondays from 11 AM to 3 PM on the second and third weeks of each month, running September 14, 2026 through May 17, 2027. The program is open...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spr at Chgo Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-winter-spr-at-chgo-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A long-running early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 to 10:30 AM. The session runs from September 14, 2026 through June 11,...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Cardio Tennis for adults at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM between September 15 and October 20.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A youth tennis program runs at Bell Park on Tuesdays from September 15 to October 20, 2026, meeting weekly from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session is offered as a partnership activity for young players....</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Warren</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A six-week adult cardio tennis partnership program at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Tuesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM. Runs from September 15 through October 20.</description>
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      <title>Tap &amp; Ballet at Schreiber</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Schreiber Park. A 12-week session of tap and ballet instruction for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM at Schreiber Park in Rogers Park. The program runs from September 15 through December 1,...</description>
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      <title>Tabata at Archer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Tabata is a high-intensity interval training class for adults at Archer (William Beatty) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Fridays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM from September 15 through December 4, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Leisure Ed (Special Rec) - Fall at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Leisure Ed (Special Rec) returns to Shabbona Park on Tuesdays from September 15 through December 8, offering instructional programming for adults from 2:30 to 7:00 PM. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Mozart Park, Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 15 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Tot Spot at McGuane Park is a weekly open-play session for toddlers and preschoolers, held Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 15 through December 8, 2026. It&#39;s a...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Anderson</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A teen instruction program running Tuesday afternoons from 5:00 to 6:45 PM at Anderson Park in the Douglas neighborhood, September 15 through December 8. The listing covers seasonal sports...</description>
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      <title>Zumba Partnership at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/zumba-partnership-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-15-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly Zumba class for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM from September 15 through December 8.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports (Special Rec) at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-special-rec-at-piotrowski-2026-09-15-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for adults at Piotrowski Park, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to 12:30 PM, September 15 through December 9, with several excluded dates in late...</description>
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      <title>Adult Leadership Club (Special Rec) at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. Adult Leadership Club (Special Rec) at Columbus Park runs as an instruction-based program for all ages, meeting Tuesdays through Wednesdays from noon to 2 PM. The session spans September 15 to...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club (Special Rec) at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A walking club for adults at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 15 through December 9, 2026. The program skips a handful of dates in late October and...</description>
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      <title>Abs &amp; Core at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly abs and core strengthening class for adults at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 15 through December 10 (no session on...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Merrimac Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 27, 29, November 24, or 26.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth flag football skills program at La Follette Park, offering instruction for young players. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026 (no...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Amundsen</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A tumbling program for early childhood participants, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Amundsen (Roald) Park in Galewood. The session runs September 15 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Online</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/conditioning-at-online-2026-09-15-lincoln-park-cultural-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A conditioning class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The program runs from September 15 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Youth flag football program at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November 26.</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A teen volleyball instruction program at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 10 PM, September 15 through December 10 (no session on Thanksgiving).</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games (Special Rec) at Washington</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A drop-in recreation program at Washington Park, offering instruction-based activities for all ages on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM. Runs from September 15 through...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at West Lawn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Team tumbling instruction for youth at West Lawn Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 15 through December 17 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A youth tennis program at Sauganash Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 16 and October 21. This partnership program offers basic tennis instruction for young players.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A six-week youth tennis program meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, running September 16 through October 21. The park district runs this as a partnership activity, open...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A six-week youth tennis program meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM at Warren Park, running September 16 through October 21. This is a partnership activity — no further details on instruction level or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Green Briar Park. An introductory tennis program for youth at Green Briar Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 16 through October 21. The partnership program covers basic skills for beginners. No...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A cardio tennis program for adults at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 16 through October 21.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Athletic Field Park runs a youth flag football program focused on instruction for young players. The program meets Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM, running from September 16 through November 18, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Girls Pom Poms at Abbott</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A youth pom-pom instruction program at Abbott Park in Roseland, meeting Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, running September 16 through November 18, 2026 (no session on November 11). For girls, age...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. Line dance instruction for adults at Senn (Nicholas) Park in Edgewater, meeting Wednesdays from 5:45 to 6:30 PM from September 16 through November 18, 2026 (no session on November 11). No...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Cragin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Cragin Park. Walking Club at Cragin Park is a weekly walking program designed for seniors, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 16 through December 2, 2026. The club does not meet on October...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Independence</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Independence Park. A parent-child gymnastics class for early childhood ages at Independence Park, meeting Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, September 16 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Leisure Education is a weekly program for adults at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, running Wednesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 PM between September 16 and December 9, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Bowling (Special Rec) at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Bowling instruction at Douglass Park on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, running September 16 through December 9, 2026 (no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25). Open to all ages. No...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. Basketball instruction for youth runs on Wednesday evenings at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering, from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program starts September 16 and continues through December 9, with a...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Special Olympics seasonal sports instruction for youth meets at Vittum Park on Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 16 through December 11, 2026. The program skips several...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Merrimac Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, September 16 through December 11, 2026. Open to young players.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Hamilton</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Open basketball at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood, open to teens, Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. The session runs September 16 through December 11, 2026, with no registration or...</description>
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      <title>Kickboxing at Online</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Meyering (William) Park. A kickboxing instruction program for adults at Meyering Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 16 through December 18, 2026 (no session on October 12 or...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot T-Ball at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A four-session parent-and-tot t-ball program at Skinner Park, meeting Thursday mornings from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM between September 17 and October 8. Designed for early childhood instruction, it...</description>
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      <title>Soccer for Success at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Soccer for Success offers weekly soccer instruction for youth at Kilbourn Park, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 17 through October 22, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Riis</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A six-session introductory tennis program for youth, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at Riis (Jacob) Park in Belmont Cragin, running September 17 through October 22, 2026. No registration fee...</description>
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      <title>Dance Theatre at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A teen dance instruction program at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM, September 17 through November 19, 2026. The class is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Senn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. A recreational tumbling class for youth, meeting Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:30 PM at Senn (Nicholas) Park. The program runs from September 17 through November 19, 2026, with no session on October 29....</description>
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      <title>Womens Basketball - Open at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. An open women&#39;s basketball session for adults at Kennicott Park, running Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM between September 17 and November 19, 2026. No registration or fee is listed — just show up and...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Shabbona Park. The Special Olympics Sports League provides instruction for adults at Shabbona Park, meeting Thursdays from 9 AM to 2 PM between September 17 and December 10, 2026. The program does not run on...</description>
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      <title>Bowling (Special Rec) at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A bowling program for adults at Shabbona Park, meeting Thursdays from 3 to 6 PM between September 17 and December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 8, October 29, November 12, or...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Sports League at Gage</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. The Special Olympics Sports League at Gage Park offers adult instruction on Thursday mornings from 9 AM to 2 PM, running from September 17 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Sports League/Leisure Ed (Special Rec) at McGuane</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A weekly sports and leisure education program for all ages at McGuane Park, running Thursdays from 10 AM to 3 PM between September 17 and December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 or November...</description>
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      <title>Table Games at Wilson (John P.)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. Table games are on offer at Wilson (John P.) Park on Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running from September 17 through December 10. The program is open to youth and does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. A weekly early childhood program combining art and literacy at Pasteur Park in West Elsdon. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 17 through December 17, 2026 (no session on...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Mighty Munchkins is an early childhood instructional program at Pasteur Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 17 through December 17, 2026 (excluding Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Athletic Field</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. A youth tennis fundamentals program at Athletic Field Park, meeting Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM between September 18 and October 23. This partnership program is designed for youth participants....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Brainerd Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 18 through December 4, 2026. Instruction-based, for young participants in the...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A weekly social and recreational program for adults at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park in Little Village, meeting Fridays from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Independence Park. Special Olympics runs seasonal sports instruction at Independence Park on Fridays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program is open to all ages and focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Hollywood Park. Cardio Conditioning is a weekly fitness class for seniors at Hollywood Park, held on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 18 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly social club for young adults at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Fridays from 6 to 8 PM from September 18 through December 11. The program combines instruction with social activities, making it...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly mom-and-baby fitness class at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Fridays from September 18 through December 11, 10:15 to 11:15 AM.</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. Fun and Games at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens is a weekly Friday-morning instruction program for early childhood, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:45 AM. No...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Fosco Park meets Friday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running from September 18 through December 11, 2026. Open to seniors, this is a weekly social and recreational...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A weekly cooking instruction program for adults at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Fridays from noon to 3 PM, September 18 through December 11. The program does not meet on October 30 or November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Avalon Park. A weekly youth dance instruction program at Avalon Park, meeting Fridays from 3:45 to 5:00 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026. Designed for young dancers looking to learn fundamentals in...</description>
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      <title>Step Aerobics at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/step-aerobics-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-18-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly step aerobics class for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM between September 18 and December 11, 2026. Instruction-based format, no registration...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Teen Club at McGuane Park offers a weekly hangout for teens, meeting Fridays from 7 to 8 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026. The open format means participants can shape the evening...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Rosedale Park. A weekly science program for youth at Rosedale Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 18 through December 11. Participants engage in hands-on instruction exploring scientific concepts.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. Storytime and crafts for early childhood at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, September 18 through December 16.</description>
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      <title>Girls Volleyball League at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-volleyball-league-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-18-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A girls volleyball league for teens at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, meeting Fridays from September 18 to December 18, 2026, 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM. No pricing or registration details listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A weekly flag football program for girls at Tuley Park, running Saturdays from September 19 through November 21, 2026. Sessions take place from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with instruction for youth...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/deaf-kids-code-deaf-hoh-at-park-no-596-2026-09-19-brighton-park-community-campus/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A coding program for deaf and hard of hearing youth, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM at Brighton Park Community Campus from September 19 through November 28, 2026, on the first through fourth weeks...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Union Park. Open basketball for teens at Union Park, running Saturdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM from September 19 through November 28. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park in Little Village, meeting Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 19 through December 12, 2026. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Special Olympics Young Athletes is a Saturday-morning instructional program for early childhood participants at Vittum Park, running from September 19 through December 12, 2026. Sessions meet from...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Special Olympics Powerlifting offers instructional sessions for adults on Saturdays from 11 AM to noon at Eckhart Park, running September 19 through December 12, 2026. The program takes a break on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Union</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Union Park. A youth basketball skills program at Union Park, meeting Saturdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, September 19 through December 12. Focuses on instruction for young players.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A swim instruction class for toddlers at Hayes Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. The session skips October 12. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at McGuane</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A swim class for early childhood at McGuane Park, meeting Mondays from 7 to 8 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026. There is no class on October 12, October 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Haas (Joseph) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Haas Park, meeting Mondays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, running September 21 through December 7.</description>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A weekly adult swim at Sheridan Park runs Mondays from 9 to 10 AM and Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon, starting September 21 through December 8 (no session on Monday, October 12). Open to adults of any...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. A mentoring program for teen boys at Simons (Almira) Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, running September 21 through December 9, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A senior swim program at Kosciuszko Park, open to older adults on Mondays and Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 AM. It runs September 21 through December 11, 2026, with no session on October 12. Pricing is...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Senior swim at Homan Square Community Center Park offers a dedicated lap and leisure swim time for seniors, running weekdays from 12:30 to 1:00 PM between September 21 and December 11, 2026. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Shabbona Park. An adult sports instruction program at Shabbona Park, meeting weekdays from 1:45 to 3:00 PM from September 21 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on November 11 or November 26. Open to adults;...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Senior swim at Gill Park, open to seniors weekdays from September 21 through December 11, 2026, from 11 AM to noon. The program runs Monday through Friday except on November 11 and November 26. No...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Open swim at West Pullman Park runs weekdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 21 through December 11, 2026. The pool is open to all ages, with no session on October 12, November 11, or November 26.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. An after-school sports instruction program for youth, meeting weekdays from 4 to 5 PM at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Runs from September 21 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A youth sports program at Ellis Park, meeting weekdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 21 through December 11, 2026. The program does not run on October 12, November 11, or November 26. For youth...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. A youth instructional sports program at Kelly (Edward) Park in Brighton Park, running weekdays from September 21 through December 11, 2026, 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Open swim at Stanton (Edwin) Park runs weekdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, September 21 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, November 11, or November 26. Open to all ages. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Adult Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Independence Park. Adult lap and recreational swim for adults at Independence Park, running weekdays and Saturdays from September 21 through December 12, 2026. Multiple time slots are available each day, including...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Lap swimming for adults at Homan Square Community Center Park, running Mondays from 7 to 8 PM, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 to 11 AM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, from September 21...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Open swim at Harrison (Carter) Park runs on a weekly schedule from September 21 through December 12: Mondays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, Fridays from 7:30 to 8:45 PM, and Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:00 PM....</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open swim at Ping Tom Memorial Park runs on a varied weekly schedule from September 21 to December 12: Mondays through Thursdays from 3 to 4 PM, plus an additional Monday session from noon to 1 PM...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program for early childhood at Pasteur Park, meeting Monday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 AM through December 14. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. A modern dance partnership class for adults at Indian Boundary Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 22 to November 10, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 PM.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Oriole Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Oriole Park, providing structured instruction for early childhood participants. The program meets Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, running September 22 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Oriole Park. Art &amp; ABCs is a weekly early childhood program at Oriole Park, combining art and letter recognition. It meets Tuesdays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM, running September 22 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesday mornings from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Homan Square Community Center Park. The program runs September 22 through December 8,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at Harris</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, meeting Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15 AM at Harris Park. The program runs from September 22 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A recurring swim instruction program for early childhood at Harrison Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, running September 22 through December 8, 2026. The schedule skips October 27 and...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Donovan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-donovan-2026-09-22-donovan-fieldhouse/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Donovan Fieldhouse. A parent-and-tot gymnastics program at Donovan Fieldhouse, meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM between September 22 and December 8, 2026. Designed for early childhood, this instruction-based...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise III - High Impact at McGuane</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-iii-high-impact-at-mcguane-2026-09-22-mcguane-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise program for adults at McGuane Park, meeting Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM from September 22 through December 8, with no sessions on October 27 and November 24. Pricing is not...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. Youth Swim at Kosciuszko Park offers open pool time for young swimmers on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, running from September 22 through December 9, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Senior Swim at Sheridan Park offers dedicated lap swimming or water exercise time for older adults on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, running September 22 through December 10. The...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Carver</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Carver Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. Runs from September 22 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on November 11 and...</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Carver</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-swim-at-carver-2026-09-22-carver-george-washington-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Senior swim at Carver Park offers open pool time for seniors on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11 AM to noon, running September 22 through December 11. Note that the session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Rosenblum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-sports-at-rosenblum-2026-09-22-park-no-595/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Park No. 595. TEAM Sports at Park No. 595 is an instructional sports program for youth that runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, starting September 22 through December 11, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Ping Tom</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-and-child-swim-at-ping-tom-2026-09-22-tom-ping-memorial-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Parent and child swim sessions at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown run Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 PM and Saturdays from 2:15 to 3 PM, starting September 22 through December 12 (no...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Mann</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-and-child-swim-at-mann-2026-09-22-mann-james-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A parent-child open swim session at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 3 to 4 PM and Saturdays from 2 to 3:30 PM, September 22 through December 12, 2026. The program is for...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Tuley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-tuley-2026-09-22-tuley-murray-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A chair exercise program for adults at Tuley Park in Chatham, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. The sessions run from September 22 through December 17, 2026, with a break on...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Austin TH</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-i-water-walking-at-austin-th-2026-09-23-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A weekly water walking class for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, held Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 28, November 11, and November 25.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Portage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-portage-2026-09-23-portage-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth learn-to-swim program at Portage Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The session runs from September 23 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Sheridan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-i-water-walking-at-sheridan-2026-09-23-sheridan-philip-henry-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A low-impact water walking class for seniors at Sheridan Park, meeting Wednesdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 23 through December 9. The program is designed for instruction and gentle movement in...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at West Pullman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-west-pullman-2026-09-23-west-pullman-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for early childhood at West Pullman Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 23 through December 9. The program skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Foster</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-foster-2026-09-23-foster-j-frank-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Foster (J. Frank) Park. A parent-and-child swim class at Foster Park for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28, November 11, and...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Fernwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-fernwood-2026-09-23-fernwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Fernwood Park. A parent-and-child swim class for early childhood participants at Fernwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM between September 23 and December 9, 2026. The session skips October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at The Pk at NTA</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/learn-to-swim-at-the-pk-at-nta-2026-09-23-the-park-at-nta/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A youth swim instruction program at The Park at NTA, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. Sessions are not held on October 28, November 11, or November 25.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Park No. 595. Adult swim instruction at Park No. 595 in Riverdale, designed for those who want to learn or improve their swimming skills. The program runs on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, September 23 through...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Carver</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A weekly parent-and-child open swim session at Carver Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 23 through December 9. Designed for youth and their parents.</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/aquatic-exercise-i-water-walking-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-23-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A low-impact water walking class for seniors at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon, September 23 through December 9, 2026. The program skips November 25. Registration period...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim (Home School) at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. Learn to swim for homeschool youth at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to noon and Fridays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 23 through December 11, 2026 (with a...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction is a weekly Wednesday morning program at Pasteur Park designed for early childhood kids and their caregivers. It runs from September 23 through December 16, 2026, from...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Independence</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Independence Park. A youth swim instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM between September 24 and December 10, 2026. The session does not meet on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for seniors at La Follette Park, meeting Thursdays from 11 AM to noon between September 24 and December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Gill</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for toddlers at Gill Park, meeting Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. The session skips October 29 and November 26. Designed...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A parent-child swim class for early childhood participants at Welles Park, held Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. No class on October 29 or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Family at Simons</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. A family basketball program at Simons Park in Humboldt Park, open to youth on Friday evenings from 6:00 to 7:15 PM. The session runs weekly from September 25 through December 4, 2026. No registration...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. An open swim session for adults at La Follette Park, running Fridays from 1 to 2 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026. Check with the park for pricing and registration details.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Edgebrook Park. A youth tumbling program at Edgebrook Park, meeting Fridays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026. The class provides tumbling instruction for young participants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. A low-impact water walking class for seniors at Sheridan Park, meeting Fridays from 10 to 11 AM. The program runs from September 25 through December 11, skipping October 30 and November 27. No...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Parent and tot swim at Eckhart Park runs Fridays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 25 through December 11, 2026. Open to early childhood ages with a parent or guardian.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level I provides swim instruction for early childhood at Mann (James) Park in Hegewisch. The program meets Fridays from 11 AM to 12 PM, running from September 25 to December 11, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Ridge Park. Open swim at Ridge Park runs Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, starting September 25 through December 11, 2026. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown. Tiny Tot Swim - Level II meets Fridays from 3 to 4 PM, running September 25 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood at Eckhart Park, meeting Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Ellis Park is an instructional swim program for early childhood, meeting on Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, running from September 25 through December 11, 2026. The schedule...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at The Park at NTA. A youth swim instruction program at The Park at NTA, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, running September 25 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 30 or November 27. For ages listed as...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A four-week Zumba program for adults at Hiawatha Park, meeting Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, September 26 through October 17. Instruction covers basic Zumba moves in a group setting.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A youth swim instruction program at Piotrowski Park, meeting Saturdays from 9:05 to 10:00 AM from September 26 through December 12, 2026 (skipping October 31 and November 28). Registration pricing is...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth swim instruction program at La Follette Park, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28. Registration...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Independence</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-independence-2026-09-26-independence-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Independence Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood at Independence Park, meeting Saturdays from noon to 1 PM, running September 26 through December 12, 2026. The schedule skips October 31 and November 28.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A weekly swim instruction program for young children at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Saturdays from September 26 through December 12, 2026, with sessions from 1 to 2 PM. The program...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth swim instruction program at Portage Park, meeting Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM from September 26 through December 12, 2026. No sessions on October 31 or November 28. Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Austin Town Hall</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-i-at-austin-town-hall-2026-09-26-austin-town-hall-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Tiny Tot Swim Level I offers swim instruction for early childhood at Austin Town Hall Park on Saturdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 26 through December 12, 2026. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Park No. 595. A weekly parent-child swim class for early childhood participants, held Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM at Park No. 595 in Riverdale. The session runs from September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Harris Park offers early childhood swim instruction on Saturdays from 11 AM to noon, running September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly swim lesson for young children at West Pullman Park, designed for Level II participants. The program meets Saturdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM, September 26 through December 12, skipping...</description>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. A 12-week swim instruction program for early childhood participants, meeting Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Ellis Park. The session runs September 26 through December 12, 2026, with no class...</description>
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      <title>Open Swim at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Park No. 595. Open swim at Park No. 595 in Riverdale runs Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM, September 26 through December 12. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A parent-and-child open swim session at Rosenblum Park, running Saturdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM between September 26 and December 12. Designed for youth swimmers with a parent or guardian in the...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Parent and Child Swim at Eckhart Park runs Saturdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, September 26 through December 12, 2026. The program is open to youth participants with a parent or guardian in the water. A...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Skinner (Mark) Park. A parent-and-child swim session at Skinner Park, running Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM between September 26 and December 12. Open to youth participants with a parent or guardian in the water.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics training program for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, September 28 through October 16. The session focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Adult Social Club (Special Rec) at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 28, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. An adult social club program at Harrison (Carter) Park, offering instruction and social time for adults. It meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 28 through December 8, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Womens Abs &amp; Core at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Avondale Park. A women&#39;s abs and core strength class at Avondale Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 to 10:15 AM from September 29 through December 1. The session skips Thursday, November 26. Open to...</description>
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      <title>Boys Basketball Partnership at Taylor</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A youth basketball program at Taylor Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, from September 29 through December 12 (no session on Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Saturdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM between October 3 and December 12, 2026. Open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Drop-In Camp at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A drop-in camp for youth at Marquette (Jacques) Park, meeting Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM between October 3 and December 12, 2026. No further details on activities or pricing are provided.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. Basketball skills instruction for youth at Marquette Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM from October 3 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Bradley</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 5, 2026 at Bradley (Josephine) Park. A structured early childhood program at Bradley (Josephine) Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 AM to 2 PM between October 5 and December 10. The session runs through the fall...</description>
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      <title>Fall Festival at Pioneer Court</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Pioneer Court. A community fall festival at Pioneer Court in Streeterville, taking place Wednesday, October 7, 2026. No time, pricing, or program details are listed.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Judd Goldman Cmty Sailing Ctr. A five-week sailing course for adults at Judd Goldman Community Sailing Center, focusing on beginning racing techniques. Sessions meet Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, October 7 through November 4,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 8, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A parent-tot ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for early childhood participants. This program meets on Thursday, October 8, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. The description does not...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A supervised open gym session for early childhood-aged kids at the Morgan Park Sports Center, held on Friday, October 9, from 11 AM to noon. This is a single-day drop-in program, not a recurring...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Austin. The Austin branch library makes seeds available for patrons to take home year-round. Stop by the adult reference desk during regular business hours — including Friday, October 9, from 9 AM to 5 PM —...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Open pickleball play at McFetridge Sports Center on Saturday, October 10, from 1 to 3 PM. All ages are welcome — bring your own paddle and join the open session.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Eataly. The Marathon Dinner at Eataly spans two days in October, with service from 1:00 to 8:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday. It&#39;s a multi-course tasting event that runs well into the evening, though no further...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Toro. Toro Chicago offers a post-race deal for Chicago Marathon runners and their supporters on Sunday, October 11. The specifics of the offer are not detailed here, so stop by the Loop spot after the race...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Open pickleball play for teens 13 to 17 at Mann (James) Park&#39;s gymnasium on Monday morning, October 12, from 10 to 11 AM. No officials or pre-set teams — just an open court where anyone in that age...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Toro. A post-race offer for Chicago Marathon runners and their supporters at Toro in the Loop, available on Monday, October 12. The specifics of the deal are not listed, so check with the restaurant...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A single-session youth ice hockey skills clinic at the Morgan Park Sports Center, focusing on stickhandling technique. The instruction runs from 2:30 to 3:15 PM on Monday, October 12. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, October 12, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Open volleyball at Gately Park on Monday, October 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. This is a drop-in program for youth with no structured instruction or teams — just open court time to play. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Brainerd Park. A youth instruction program at Brainerd Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM and Fridays from 11 AM to noon, running from October 13 through December 11 (no session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Pioneer Court. Pioneer Court hosts a fall festival on Wednesday, October 14 in Streeterville. Specific hours, activities, and pricing have not been announced.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). Stick &amp; Puck at McFetridge Ice Rink is an open ice session for all ages, held Friday, October 16, from 9:45 to 11:15 AM. Bring your own stick and puck; no instruction or organized play is included.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at The Shops at North Bridge. A pop-up vintage market takes over The Shops at North Bridge on Friday, October 16. Details on what the market will feature or when it runs during the day are not yet available.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A 30-minute open freestyle ice skating session at McFetridge Sports Center for skaters of all levels, held Saturday, October 17, from 12:00 to 12:30 PM. This is a single-day session, not a recurring...</description>
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      <title>Gately Track Showcase (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A track and field instruction session for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, with a focus on running skills. The program runs Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. No pricing information is...</description>
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      <title>Kids Yoga at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A six-week kids yoga series at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM between October 19 and November 30. The class skips November 23. Open to youth participants—no...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Ballet - Tot 1 at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A ballet class for the youngest dancers, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center from October 19 through December 7, 2026 (with no class on November 23). The program is...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Drills and Skills - Tactical at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-drills-and-skills-tactical-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-19-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly pickleball drill series at McFetridge Sports Center focused on tactical play, for adults. Meets Mondays from noon to 1 PM, October 19 through December 14, with no session on November 23.</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-10-19-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A level 3-4 boys gymnastics class for youth, meeting Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Morgan Park Sports Center. The session runs October 19 through December 14, 2026, with no class on November 23....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth basketball league at Addams Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:15 PM and Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:45 PM, running October 20 through December 19, 2026 (no sessions on November 24 or 28)....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A youth ballet and jazz dance program at Pulaski Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:55 PM from October 21 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28, November 11, or November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth ballet class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:00 PM from October 21 through December 9, 2026, with no class on November 25 or December 2. Instruction for young...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth track and field instruction program at Addams Park, meeting Wednesdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, October 21 through December 16 (no session November 25).</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A cardio kickboxing class for adults at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM from October 22 through December 3, 2026. No class on November 26. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A ballet class for early childhood (tots) at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from October 22 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on November 26 or...</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap - Adult 2 at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly adult tap dance class at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. The session runs October 22 through December 17, 2026, with no class on November 26. Pricing...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. An adult hockey instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM from October 22 through December 17, 2026, with no session on November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly adult dance class focused on stretching and strength, meeting Thursdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at McFetridge Sports Center. The session runs October 22 through December 17, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tennis-lessons-ntrp-40-50-level-4-5-wksh-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-22-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A weekly tennis instruction program for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from October 22 to December 17, 2026, 7:00 to 9:00 PM, with no session on Thanksgiving (November 26). No...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A recreational adult volleyball league meets Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at Mount Greenwood Park, running October 22 through March 25, 2027 (skipping November 26). The league is team-based...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Eckhart Park, running Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from October 23 through December 11, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27. The program focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth cheer tumbling program at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Fridays from 5 to 6 PM from October 23 through December 18, 2026 (no session on November 27). Instruction for youth...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 24, 2026 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (ISAC) Museum. The ISAC Museum&#39;s regular Saturday docent-led tour is canceled on October 24 due to the Haunted Museum event. Normally, the tour meets at 1:30 PM and runs about an hour, but on this Saturday the 4:30...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program for the youngest set, meeting Sundays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM at the Addams Clubroom, running from October 25 through December 20, 2026 (skipping November...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Addams Park, running Sundays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM, October 25 through December 20 (skipping November 29). A straightforward weekly program for young players to...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A cardio tennis program for adults at Warren Park, meeting Tuesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM from October 27 through December 1.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. A Halloween costume parade for pets at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago on Saturday, October 31. Dogs and cats are welcome to dress up and join the fun.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. Cardio Tennis Partnership at Hale Park is a fitness-focused tennis program for adults, meeting Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, October 31 through December 5.</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A Premier Plus brunch or lunch cruise on the Chicago River, departing from Streeterville aboard City Cruises. The experience includes a narrated tour of the city&#39;s architecture with dining service....</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at City Cruises. Lunch cruises on Lake Michigan depart from City Cruises in Streeterville on Sundays, with boarding and sailing times varying by season. This is a recurring late-season option for November 1, though...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A six-week youth basketball skills program at Kelvyn Park, meeting Tuesday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, November 3 through December 8. No session on November 24. Instruction-based format for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth on Tuesday afternoons at Gompers Park, running November 3 through December 8, with sessions from 4:15 to 5:15 PM.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bowling-blind-vi-deaf-hoh-at-horner-2026-11-04-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A weekly bowling program for adults who are blind, deaf, or hard of hearing, held at Horner Park on Wednesdays from November 4 to December 9, 2026, 1:30 to 3:00 PM.</description>
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      <title>Drawing and Painting - Art at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drawing-and-painting-art-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-11-05-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Drawing and painting instruction for youth at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:00 PM from November 5 through December 3, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. Adult volleyball instruction at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Thursdays from November 5 through December 17, 2026, 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The program is designed for adults and skips Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A toddler dance program at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Sundays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM from November 8 through December 20, 2026. Designed for early childhood participants, the class focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Intro to Dance (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly dance class for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, November 8 through December 20. The program offers introductory instruction for young dancers.</description>
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      <title>Open Computer Lab for Teens</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Greater Grand Crossing. The open computer lab at Greater Grand Crossing gives teens and tweens ages 10 to 19 a self-guided space to use library computers and applications however they choose — homework, creative writing,...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Open pickleball at Mann Park&#39;s gym for players ages 13 to 17 on Wednesday, November 11, from 10 to 11 AM. No officials or pre-set teams; just drop in for open-level play.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A four-session basketball skills program for teens at Valley Forge Park, held on Wednesdays from November 18 through December 9, 7:30 to 8:30 PM. Instruction covers fundamentals in a structured,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A toddler dance program at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, November 21 through December 19, 2026 (no session on December 5). Designed for early childhood. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Intro to Dance (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth dance instruction program at Gately Park in Pullman, meeting Saturdays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM from November 21 through December 19, 2026. The December 5 session is skipped. No registration...</description>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Gately Park, running on Saturdays from November 21 through December 19, 2026, with sessions from 10 to 10:45 AM. Note that there is no session on Saturday,...</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A fall break day camp for youth at Eugene Field Park, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day.</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A fall break camp at Edison Park for youth, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. Registration and pricing details are not listed in the source material.</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at River Park. A youth dance camp at River Park, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 1 PM each day. The camp is designed for young participants, though the source does not specify...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A fall break camp for youth at Franklin Park in North Lawndale, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. Registration details and activities are not provided...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A youth volleyball camp at Sheil Community Center Park, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. This is a partnership program for young players.</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A youth camp at Harrison (Carter) Park for the three days of fall break, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. The program is designed for school-age...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A youth sports camp at McGuane Park in Bridgeport, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 10 AM to 2 PM each day. Designed for youth participants, the camp focuses on sports...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A multi-day sports camp for youth at Carver Park in Riverdale, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. The program keeps kids active during the school break...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. A day camp for youth at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park during fall break, running Monday through Wednesday and Friday, November 23 to 27, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The schedule skips Thursday, November...</description>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Washtenaw Park. A youth camp running at Washtenaw Park, meeting Monday through Wednesday from 9 AM to 3 PM during the period of November 23 to December 23, 2026. The schedule covers a full month of weekday...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. A youth drop-in program at Bosley (William) Park in Bridgeport, offering instruction on Tuesday, November 24, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This session runs that single Tuesday only, for kids. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A dinner cruise on the Chicago River with City Cruises, departing from Streeterville. The experience includes a multi-course meal and sightseeing from the water. This is a scheduled Tuesday evening...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Online. A Giving Tuesday fundraiser for pets, held online on Tuesday, December 1. The drive aims to support pets in need of a second chance.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A gymnastics program for USAG Girls Team Levels 4-5 at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, December 1 through December 19. The...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A track showcase and instructional program for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, taking place Saturday, December 12, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. No pricing or further details provided.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A gymnastics camp at Rutherford Sayre Park in Montclare, meeting Monday through Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 PM during the week of December 14 to 17. For youth.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-s-g-at-avondale-gym-2026-12-14-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls in the USAG Xcel program, held at Avondale Gymnastics Center. The camp meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 PM during the week of December 14 to 18, 2026....</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls at USAG Team Level 7, held at Peterson Gymnastics Center from December 14 to 22. Sessions run Monday (5:15–8:45 PM), Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (5:45–9:00 PM), and...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Serve &amp; Return Clinic at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A single-session pickleball clinic at McFetridge Sports Center focusing on serve and return technique for adults. The instruction runs from 7:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, December 15, 2026.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-3-at-harrison-gym-2026-12-15-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls at Harrison Gymnastics Center, focusing on USAG Team Level 3 skills. The camp runs Tuesday through Friday, December 15 to 18, with sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 5 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-5-at-harrison-gym-2026-12-15-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for boys at Harrison Gymnastics Center, designed for USAG Level 5 athletes. The program runs from Tuesday, December 15 through Saturday, December 19, with sessions on Tuesday and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at McKiernan (David) Park. Family Night Out at McKiernan Playground is an open, all-ages gathering on Wednesday evening, December 16, from 5:30 to 6:15 PM at McKiernan (David) Park in Mount Greenwood. No further details on...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Loyola</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Loyola Park. A winter break day camp for youth at Loyola Park in Rogers Park, running Monday through Wednesday, December 21 to 23, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. Registration is required; no pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A winter break camp for youth at Scottsdale Park in Ashburn, running Monday through Thursday, December 21 to 24, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Sauganash Park. Winter Break Camp at Sauganash Park runs Monday through Thursday, December 21 to 24, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for youth participants. The camp offers a structured daytime program during the school...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Klibourn</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A winter break day camp at Kilbourn Park for youth, running Monday through Thursday, December 21 to 24, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. No further details on activities or pricing are available.</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth camp at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, running Monday through Wednesday from December 21 to 30, 9 AM to 3 PM each day. The camp is designed for school-age kids during winter break....</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Kenwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Kenwood Community Park. A winter break camp at Kenwood Community Park, meeting Monday through Wednesday from 10 AM to 3 PM during the period of December 21 to 30. Designed for youth, this program offers a structured daytime...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Abbott</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Abbott (Robert) Park. A youth camp at Abbott Park in Roseland, running Monday through Wednesday from 10 AM to 2 PM, December 21 through December 30. Designed for school-age kids during winter break.</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at McGuane</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at McGuane (John) Park. A winter break camp at McGuane Park for youth, running Monday through Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, December 21 to December 30, 2026.</description>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Winter Break Camp at LeClaire-Hearst Park runs weekdays from Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM, between December 21 and December 31, 2026. Designed for youth, this camp offers structured daytime...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A winter break camp at Homan Square Community Center Park, running weekdays from December 21 to 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The camp is designed for youth participants. Registration pricing...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Douglass</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, running weekdays from December 21 to 31, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM. The schedule covers Monday through Thursday each week, with no...</description>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Avalon Park. A youth camp at Avalon Park running weekdays from December 21 through December 31, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The camp is designed for youth, with activities taking place during the winter break...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at McKinley</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth winter break camp at McKinley Park, running weekdays from December 21 to 31, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The listing notes this is for youth, with no further details on activities or...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Hamilton</title>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A winter break day camp at Hamilton Park in Englewood, running weekdays from December 21 to 31, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Designed for youth (specific age range not provided in the source), the...</description>
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      <title>Wrestling at Ogden</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. A youth wrestling program at Ogden Park in Englewood, running weekdays from Monday, December 21 through Thursday, December 31, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The schedule is instruction-based for...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Cole</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Cole (Nat King) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Cole (Nat King) Park in Chatham, running Monday through Thursday from December 21 to 31, 2026, 10 AM to 4 PM. No further details on activities or pricing are...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Rowan</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Rowan Park on the east side, meeting weekdays from December 21 to 31, 10 AM to 4 PM. The camp runs on a Monday-through-Thursday schedule during that period, with no...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - 3 on 3 League at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A 3-on-3 basketball league for teens at Bessemer Park, running Tuesday and Wednesday, December 22 and 23, from 1 to 5 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A youth sports camp at Mann Park in Hegewisch, running Monday through Wednesday, December 28 to 30, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The camp is for young participants, though no specific age range or pricing...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Holstein Park. A youth camp at Holstein Park in Bucktown, running Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9 AM to 3 PM. The description lists no specific activities, just the schedule and age range...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Drop-In Camp at Robichaux Park runs on Monday through Thursday, December 28 through 31, 2026, from 6:45 to 7:45 PM each evening. The program is for teens only.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A youth basketball camp at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood, running from Monday, December 28 through Thursday, December 31, 2026, from 10 AM to 1 PM each day. The schedule covers Monday,...</description>
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      <title>Glow-in-the-Dark Winter Break Camp at Horner</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Glow-in-the-dark themed activities fill the winter break camp at Horner Park, running Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9 AM to 3 PM. The camp is designed for youth, though the...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Winter Break Camp at Garfield Park runs weekdays from December 28, 2026, through January 8, 2027 (excluding Friday, January 1), with drop-off at 9 AM and pickup at 4 PM. The camp is designed for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park. A youth camp at Taylor (Robert Rochon) Park running Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from December 28 to January 8, 10 AM to 4 PM. The camp does not meet on Friday, January 1. Designed for...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lake Shore Park. A structured early childhood program at Lake Shore Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM between January 4 and March 11, 2027. The session is designed for young children and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A structured early childhood program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to 2 PM between January 4 and March 12, 2027. The program is closed on January 18 and February 15....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A preschool-level instructional program at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to noon between January 4 and March 12, 2027 (no session on January 18 or February 15). Designed...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Maplewood Park. A morning program at Maplewood Park designed for early childhood, running weekdays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The winter session goes from Monday, January 4 through Friday, March 12, 2027, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Clarendon Community Center Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown. It runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. An after-school program for kids ages 6 to 12 at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, offering instruction and supervised activities. The program runs weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, starting Monday,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Loyola Park. Park Kids (Spec Rec) runs an after-school instructional program for youth at Loyola Park. It meets weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027, excluding January 18 and February...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Oakdale Park. Park Kids is a winter after-school program at Oakdale Park for youth, offering instruction weekdays from 3:00 to 5:30 PM. The program runs from January 4 through March 12, 2027, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekday morning program for early childhood at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, offering instruction from 10 AM to 12:45 PM. The winter session runs Monday through Friday from January 4 to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Avalon Park. Park Kids runs as an after-school program at Avalon Park, offering instruction for youth on weekdays from 2 to 6 PM. The winter session runs from January 4 through March 19, 2027, excluding Martin...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Park Kids offers an after-school program at Franklin Park in North Lawndale, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM between January 4 and March 19, 2027, with no sessions on January 18 or February 15. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Loyola Park. An after-school program for youth at Loyola Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program does not meet on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Jan 18) or Presidents&#39;...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Ellis</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Ellis (Samuel) Park. Park Kids is a youth program at Ellis Park that runs weekdays from January 4 to March 19, 2027. Hours are 3 to 6 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 1 to 6 PM on Wednesdays. The program...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at West Pullman Park. An after-school program for youth at West Pullman Park, offering instruction and supervised recreation on weekday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM, running January 4 through March 19, 2027 (excluding...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Washtenaw Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Washtenaw Park, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 5:45 PM from January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program does not run on January 18 or...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Fernwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Fernwood Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Fernwood Park offering instruction and supervised activities for youth. It meets weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027, excluding...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Dooley</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. Park Kids at Dooley Park is an after-school program running weekdays from January 4 to March 19, 2027, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program offers supervised instruction and activities for youth, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Harris</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Harris (Harriet) Park. Park Kids provides after-school recreation and instruction at Harris Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The winter session runs January 4 through March 19, 2027, with no programming on January 18...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Gately (James) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, running weekdays from 3:30 to 7:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program provides supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Park Kids — Winter at Kennicott is an after-school instruction program for youth, meeting weekdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, January...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Skinner (Mark) Park. An after-school recreation program for youth at Skinner Park in the West Loop, offering supervised instruction and activities weekdays from 3:45 to 6:15 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027 (no...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Park Kids at Harrison (Carter) Park is an after-school program for youth, offering instruction and supervised recreation weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The winter session runs from January 4 through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Park Kids at Stanton Park runs weekday afternoons from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027 (no session on January 18 or February 15). The program provides instruction and supervised...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Winter at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Kiddie College at Sheridan Park offers early childhood instruction on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, running January 5 through March 12, 2027. The program is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Haines School</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Haines School Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Haines School Park, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM from Tuesday, January 5 through Friday, March 19, 2027, with no sessions on January 18 and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Mandrake</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM during the winter season — January 5 through March 19, 2027 — with no...</description>
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      <title>Windy City Hoops-Basketball at Carver</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Windy City Hoops runs a basketball league for teens at Carver Park, with sessions on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from January 6 to July 17, 2027. The schedule varies by day — Wednesday and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, January 8, 2027 at West Pullman Park. Windy City Hoops offers a basketball league for teens at West Pullman Park, running Fridays from 6 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, with additional Thursday and Friday hours from 4 to 8 PM...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Clark (John)</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 11, 2027 at Clark (John) Park. An after-school program for youth at Clark (John) Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 11 through March 26, 2027. The program does not meet on January 18 or February 15. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 11, 2027 at Moore (Maurice) Park. An after-school program for youth at Moore Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 11 through March 26, 2027 (no session on Jan 18 or Feb 15). Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, January 15, 2027 at Shabbona Park. A weekly instructional program for adults at Shabbona Park, meeting Fridays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM between January 15 and March 12, 2027. Part of the Special Recreation track, this Leisure Ed session...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 22, 2027 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at LeClaire-Hearst Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM, March 22 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Mount Greenwood Park. An early childhood instruction program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, March 29 through May 6, 2027. Designed for young children.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Shabbona Park. An adult instructional program through the Chicago Park District&#39;s Special Recreation division, meeting Mondays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM at Shabbona Park from March 29 through May 24, 2027. This spring...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Riis Park for youth, running weekdays from March 29 through May 28, 2027. Participants meet from 3:00 to 6:00 PM for supervised instruction and activities....</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Fuller Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from March 29 through May 28, 2027. Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at McKinley (William) Park. A school-year afternoon program at McKinley Park for youth, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 5:00 PM between March 29 and May 28, 2027. The session involves supervised instruction and activities,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at The Park at NTA. Park Kids runs as an after-school instructional program for youth at The Park at NTA, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM from March 29 through May 28, 2027. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Durkin (Martin) Park. Park Kids at Durkin Park is an after-school recreation program for elementary-age children, running Mondays through Fridays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, starting March 29 through June 2, 2027 (closed...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A spring early childhood program at Wicker Park that meets Mondays through Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, running from March 29 to June 3, 2027. The session is for young children and does not...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. Park Kids at Hamilton Park is an after-school recreation program for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. The spring session starts Monday, March 29, and continues through Thursday, June 3,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at White (Edward H.) Park. An after-school program for youth at White Park, with instruction and activities offered weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 3, 2027 (no session on May 31).</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A school-year afternoon program at Amundsen Park, meeting weekdays from March 29 through June 3, 2027, with no session on Monday, May 31. The supervised drop-in time runs from 3:30 to 6:00 PM and is...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Skinner</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Skinner (Mark) Park. An after-school instructional program for youth at Skinner Park, running weekdays from 3:45 to 6:15 PM, March 29 through June 3, 2027 (no session on May 31). Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekday morning program for early childhood at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, offering instruction from 10 AM to 12:45 PM, Monday through Friday, from March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Brands</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Brands Park. A weekday morning instructional program for early childhood at Brands Park, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 10 AM to noon, March 29 through June 4, 2027. No session on May 31. Registration cost...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Avalon Park. A spring after-school program at Avalon Park, offering supervised recreational activities and instruction for youth on weekdays from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, running March 29 through June 4, 2027. The...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Clarendon</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Clarendon Community Center Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreational program for youth, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown. The spring session runs Monday, March 29 through...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Portage</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Portage Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Portage Park, offering instruction on weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM. The spring session runs from March 29 through June 4, 2027, with no program on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring (ages 5-8) at Madigan</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. Park Kids is a weekday after-school program for ages 5 to 8 at Madigan Park in West Lawn, offering instruction and supervised recreation from 3 to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, March 29 through June...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Hayes (Francis) Park. An after-school program for youth at Hayes Park, offering instruction weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on May 31).</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Hermitage</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Hermitage Park. A supervised after-school program for youth at Hermitage Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on Monday, May 31). Registration details are not...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. After-school recreation and instruction for youth at Wolfe Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, from March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Sherwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. Park Kids Spring at Sherwood Park in Englewood provides after-school instruction for youth, meeting weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027 (excluding May 31) — 3 to 6 PM Monday through Thursday and 2...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Dawes</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. Park Kids, an after-school program for youth, meets weekdays from 3 to 6 PM at Dawes Park in Auburn Gresham, running from March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Kennicott</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Kennicott (Jonathan) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Kennicott Park, offering supervised instruction and activities on weekdays from 4 to 6 PM. The spring session runs March 29 through June 4, 2027,...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Chase</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A weekday early childhood program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 10 AM to 2 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on May 31). Instruction-based, aimed...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Dooley</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Dooley (Thomas) Park, offering instruction weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Fernwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Fernwood Park. An after-school program for youth at Fernwood Park, offering instruction and activities weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on May 31).</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Jackie Robinson</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Jackie Robinson Park in Washington Heights, offering instruction for youth weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. It runs from March 29 through June 4, 2027, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Gately (James) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program offering instruction for youth at Gately Park in Pullman, running weekdays from 3:30 to 7:00 PM. The spring session starts Monday, March 29, 2027, and runs...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Harris</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A daily after-school program at Harris Park in Woodlawn for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM between March 29 and June 10 (excluding May 31). The program offers supervised instruction and...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Wicker Park offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth. It runs weekdays from March 29 to June 10, 2027, 3:30 to 6:30 PM, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring (age 5) at Lincoln</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. A before- and after-school recreation program for five-year-olds at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center, running weekdays from 2:45 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 10, 2027. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Carver</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Carver (George Washington) Park. An after-school program at Carver Park for youth, running weekdays from March 29 through June 11, 2027, with instruction provided during the 2:30 to 5:00 PM session. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Chase</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A spring after-school program for youth at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, meeting weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 11, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31....</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Lowe</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. A youth after-school program at Lowe (Samuel) Park in New City, offering instruction-based activities weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 11, 2027 (no session on May 31). Open to...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Williams</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Williams (Daniel Hale) Park. Park Kids is an instructional after-school program for youth at Williams Park in Douglas, meeting weekdays from 4 to 6 PM from March 29 through June 11, 2027. No session on Monday, May 31.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A supervised after-school program at Homan Square Community Center Park for school-age youth, running weekdays from March 29 to June 11, 2027, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at McKinley (William) Park. A spring instructional program for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 30 to June 3, 2027, 10 AM to 1 PM at McKinley (William) Park. Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Spring at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Kiddie College returns to Harrison Park for a spring session of early childhood instruction. The program meets Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to noon, running March 30 through June 4.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, March 31, 2027 at Field (Eugene) Park. A school-year afternoon program at Eugene Field Park for youth, running weekdays from March 31 to June 11, 2027, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Registration covers supervised activities and instruction,...</description>
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      <title>Boys Gymnastics Lev. 2 - 3 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-gymnastics-lev-2-3-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-08-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A boys gymnastics class for Level 2-3 at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 or November 24....</description>
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      <title>Game Room at Davis Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. A weekly game room at Davis Square Park, open to all ages on Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 PM, running September 10 through December 10 (skipping November 26).</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Athletic Field Park. Athletic Field Park hosts open pickleball play for adults on Fridays from 10 AM to noon, September 11 through November 13. No registration required — just show up with a paddle.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. An adult pickleball instruction program at Hale Park, meeting Mondays from 3 to 4 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A Latin dance instruction program for youth at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12). No pricing information is...</description>
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      <title>Youth Tennis 101 Partnership at Smith</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A six-week youth tennis program held on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park in West Town, running from September 15 through October 20. The sessions are part of a partnership...</description>
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      <title>Adult Leadership Club (Special Rec) at Vittum</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. An adult leadership club meeting Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12 to 3 PM at Vittum Park, running September 15 through December 11, 2026. The program is instruction-based for adults, with...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Welles</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A parent-and-child swim class at Welles Park for early childhood ages, meeting Tuesdays from 11:00 AM to noon between September 22 and December 8. The session skips October 27 and November 24. The...</description>
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      <title>Baseball - Level 2 at Addams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baseball-level-2-at-addams-2026-10-20-addams-jane-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth baseball instruction program at Addams (Jane) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM. The session runs from October 20 through December 15, 2026, with no class on November 24.</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel G at McKinley Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-g-at-mckinley-gym-2026-12-15-mckinley-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at McKinley Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; USAG team gymnastics camp at McKinley Gymnastics Center for Xcel G level, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 7 PM during the December 15 to 23 period. Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Intro to Pole Vault (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly pole vault instruction program for youth at Gately Park, running Mondays from 6:00 to 7:15 PM between August 24 and October 12, 2026. The session skips Labor Day on September 7. The source...</description>
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      <title>Uniting Voices Chicago Partnership at Indian Boundary</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Indian Boundary Park. Uniting Voices Chicago runs a youth partnership program at Indian Boundary Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 7:30 PM, starting August 24 and running through December 16, 2026. The program...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time at Russell Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. Homework Time at Russell Square offers a supervised after-school space for youth to work on assignments, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program is not...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at O&#39;Hallaren</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at O&#39;Hallaren Park in Auburn-Gresham, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 24 through December 24, 2026. The program is closed on Labor Day (Sep...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Rainey</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Rainey (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity program for youth at Rainey Park in Ashburn, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The session runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Grand Crossing</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program at Grand Crossing Park, running weekdays from August 24, 2026, through June 11, 2027. The schedule varies: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Holstein Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Holstein Park, running weekdays from August 24, 2026 through June 17, 2027. The schedule varies: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:30...</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Bessemer Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, running from August 25 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving Day,...</description>
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      <title>Skating Skills Class - Pre-Preliminary/Prelim at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/skating-skills-class-pre-preliminaryprelim-at-mcfetridge-2026-08-26-mcfetridge-ice-rink/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). A pre-preliminary and preliminary skating skills class at McFetridge Ice Rink, meeting Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:00 PM, August 26 through October 14. Open to all ages, focused on instruction....</description>
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      <title>Teen Soccer at Addams</title>
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      <description>Friday, August 28, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly teen soccer program at Addams Park, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM from August 28 through October 16. The activity focuses on instruction for teens. Registration is required; pricing...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 5 - 6 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-5-6-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-08-31-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics training program for boys competing at USAG Levels 5 and 6, held weekdays from 6 to 9 PM at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The program runs from August 31 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel G at Avondale Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-g-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-08-31-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Avondale Gymnastics Center focused on the USAG Xcel G level, with instruction on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:30 to 7:30 PM. The session runs from August 31...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Clark (John)</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Clark (John) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Clark (John) Park in Austin, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 3 to 6 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. Park Kids at Franklin (Benjamin) Park is an after-school program offering instruction for youth, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. Park Kids offers after-school instruction for youth at Wicker Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The fall session runs from August 31 to December 18, 2026, with no program on September 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Loyola Park. Park Kids at Loyola Park offers an after-school program for youth, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 31 through December 24, 2026. The program includes instruction and recreation, with no...</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Sumner Park. Park Kids is an after-school activity package for youth at Sumner Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program spans the full school year, from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth after-school program at Fosco (Peter) Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Designed for youth (age range not specified further), the program...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Lev. 5 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-lev-5-at-harrison-gym-2026-09-01-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A boys USAG team gymnastics program at Level 5 at Harrison Gymnastics Center, running from September 1 through December 12, 2026. Training sessions are Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:15 to 8:15 PM...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel P at Calumet Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-p-at-calumet-gymnastics-2026-09-01-calumet-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Calumet Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics program at Calumet Gymnastics Center for participants in the USAG Xcel P level. The program meets Tuesdays through Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 1:30 to 4:30 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A weekly club for girls at Hiawatha Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 2 through November 18, 2026 (no session on November 11). Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Open basketball for adults at Ogden Park, running Tuesdays through Thursdays from September 8 to November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Note that the session is canceled on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Russell (Martin) Square Park. A senior citizens club at Russell Square Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from September 8 to November 12, 2026, from 12 PM to 2:30 PM. The program runs except on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lawler (Michael) Park. Flag football instruction for youth at Lawler Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 8 through November 19. The program focuses on skill development and game...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Portage Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction offers a weekly instructional session for early childhood development, designed for parents and their young children to play and learn together at Portage Park. The...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oriole Park. An early childhood sports instruction program at Oriole Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brands Park. A weekly instructional soccer program for early childhood participants at Brands Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tarkington Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Tarkington Park, running on Tuesdays from September 8 to December 8, 2026, 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The program is designed for youth ages (youth category) and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. Youth instruction in seasonal sports at Vittum Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on October 27.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly soccer skills program for youth at Marquette (Jacques) Park, offering instruction on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at River Park. A youth modern dance partnership class meets at River Park on Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program does not meet on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A youth volleyball program at Sauganash Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The sessions focus on instruction for young players.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A teen instructional sports program at Marquette (Jacques) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving). No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Avondale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avondale Park. A weekly parent-child interaction class for early childhood families at Avondale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM from September 8 through December 8. The instruction focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Field (Eugene) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 8 through December 8. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Cheerleading - Recreational at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A recreational cheerleading program for youth at Scottsdale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM, running September 8 through December 8. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood ages at Mozart Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No pricing information provided.</description>
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      <title>Trash to Treasure at Chippewa</title>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A weekly youth instructional program at Chippewa Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No sessions on October 27 and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A senior strength and conditioning program at Avalon Park, meeting Tuesdays from 10 AM to 11:30 AM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. NERF Soccer is an early childhood instructional program at McKinley Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Participants play a foam-ball version of...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Adams</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Adams (George &amp; Adele) Park. A weekly early childhood movement and instruction program at Adams Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 8 through December 8, skipping October 27.</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis - Open at Margate</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Margate Park. An open table tennis session for adults at Margate Park, running Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. No sessions on October 27 and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at White (Willye B.)</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at White (Willye B.) Park. Flag football skills instruction for youth at Willye B. White Park in Rogers Park, meeting Mondays and Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no sessions on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Sheridan</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Sheridan Park, running Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Note that there is no session on Tuesday, October 27.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Revere</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A youth recreational tumbling program at Revere Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. The class provides instruction in tumbling skills for young...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Line Dance at Oz</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oz Park. Cardio line dance sessions for seniors at Oz Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM, September 8 through December 8. Registration and pricing details are not provided.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Moore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Moore (Maurice) Park. A basketball skills instruction program for teens at Moore Park in Austin, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <title>Boxing - Open at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. Boxing open hours at Scottsdale Park run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, starting September 8 through December 10. The program is for adults only. Note that sessions are canceled on...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oriole Park. Open pickleball for adults at Oriole Park in Norwood Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. Note that play is canceled on October 29, November...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Chopin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chopin (Frederic) Park. An open pickleball session for seniors at Chopin Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with breaks on October 27, October 29, and November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. Adult boxing instruction at Brooks Park, meeting Monday through Thursday evenings from 6:45 to 8:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12, November 11, or...</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. Gym Monkeys offers structured indoor play and instruction for early childhood at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM. The program runs from September 8 through...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Holstein Park. Open pickleball for seniors at Holstein Park in Bucktown, Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 2 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. Play is canceled on several dates in late October and...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. Mighty Fit Kids offers youth instruction at Rainbow Beach Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, running September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <title>Sewing at Pulaski</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Pulaski (Casimer) Park. A youth sewing class at Pulaski Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no sessions on Oct 27, Oct 29, Nov 24, or Nov 26).</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A basketball instruction program for teens at Seward Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program is off on October 27, 29, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Circuit training for adults at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving Day, November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Beverly Park. Table Games at Beverly Park is a recurring fall program for youth, offering board games and tabletop activities on a varied weekly schedule. Sessions run Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30 to...</description>
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      <title>Pom Poms at Ada</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. Pom poms instruction for youth at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 6 PM, running from September 8 to December 11, 2026. The program skips Wednesday, November 11,...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Oz Park. A youth arts and crafts program at Oz Park, meeting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 8 through December 11, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekday storytime for early childhood at Revere Park, running Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 1:30 PM, September 8 through December 11, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Murray (David) Park. Seasonal Sports at Murray offers youth sports instruction at Murray Park in Englewood, running weekday afternoons from 3 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 11 (excluding Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-open-at-portage-2026-09-08-portage-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Portage Park. Open boxing sessions for adults at Portage Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 PM and Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 8 through December 12. No session on Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. Lap swim for adults at Eckhart Park, offered on weekday mornings and afternoons plus Saturday afternoons from September 8 through December 12. The pool is closed on October 12, November 11, and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Sherman (John) Park. A youth basketball skills program at Sherman Park, meeting weekdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 8 through December 18, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, November 11, and November 26. Designed...</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Tuley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Tuley (Murray) Park. A senior citizens club gathering at Tuley (Murray) Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 3 PM, running September 8 through December 24, 2026. The club does not meet on Thanksgiving, November...</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Chippewa</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/walking-club-at-chippewa-2026-09-09-chippewa-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A walking club for adults meets at Chippewa Park in West Ridge on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM, running September 9 through October 16, 2026. No registration details...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A youth flag football instructional program at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 9 through October 21. Designed for young players, the program focuses...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Nichols</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-nichols-2026-09-09-nichols-john-fountain-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. Bitty Basketball is a weekly instructional program for youth at Nichols (John Fountain) Park, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:15 PM, September 9 through November 18. The session skips November 11....</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Hamilton</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-hamilton-2026-09-09-hamilton-alexander-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamilton (Alexander) Park. A weekly youth sports instruction program at Hamilton (Alexander) Park in Englewood, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through November 25, 2026 (no session on November 11). Open...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Pasteur</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/floor-hockey-at-pasteur-2026-09-09-pasteur-louis-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Pasteur (Louis) Park, running Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM from September 9 through December 2, 2026 (no session on November 11). Registration cost is not...</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Merrimac</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/arts-crafts-at-merrimac-2026-09-09-merrimac-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Merrimac Park. Arts &amp; Crafts at Merrimac Park offers a weekly drop-in arts program for early childhood, meeting Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The session runs September 9 through December 2, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Connection at Dawes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/teen-leadership-connection-at-dawes-2026-09-09-dawes-charles-g-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. Teen Leadership Connection is a weekly program at Dawes Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 9 through December 2, 2026, with no session on November 11. Designed for teens, the...</description>
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      <title>You Build It at Wilson (Frank J.)</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wilson (Frank J.) Park. A weekly building and construction activity for early childhood at Wilson (Frank J.) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 PM. The program runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>T-Ball at Edison</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/t-ball-at-edison-2026-09-09-edison-thomas-alva-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. A T-ball program for young children at Edison Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11. Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Girls Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Girls Shooting Stars Gymnastics offers weekly instruction for early childhood participants at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The program runs Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, September 9 through...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Norwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/young-scientist-at-norwood-2026-09-09-norwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly early childhood science program at Norwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session November 11). Designed for young children, the...</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games at Brooks</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-brooks-2026-09-09-brooks-oscar-park/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Brooks Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no sessions on October 12 or November 11). No...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Norwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bitty-basketball-at-norwood-2026-09-09-norwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Norwood Park. A weekly early-childhood basketball instruction program at Norwood Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM between September 9 and December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Olympia</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Olympia Park. A weekly sports conditioning class for youth at Olympia Park, held Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The program skips November 11. No pricing or registration...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Sheil</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-sheil-2026-09-09-sheil-bernard-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park in Lake View. The program runs Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tennis at Oz</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-tennis-at-oz-2026-09-09-oz-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Oz Park. A weekly tennis instruction program for early childhood at Oz Park, running Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 9. There is a break on Wednesday, November 11....</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Dawes</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/senior-citizens-club-at-dawes-2026-09-09-dawes-charles-g-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Dawes (Charles G.) Park. A social club for seniors meeting at Dawes Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. A senior social club meeting at Calumet Park on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, running from September 9 through December 9, 2026. The club does not meet on October 12 or November 11. No...</description>
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      <title>Crafting at Holstein</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/crafting-at-holstein-2026-09-09-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly youth crafting program at Holstein Park in Bucktown, meeting Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A weekly dodgeball instruction program for youth at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, running Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on November 11. No pricing...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Mandrake</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-mandrake-2026-09-09-mandrake-henry-brown-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mandrake (Henry Brown) Park. Open basketball for adults at Mandrake Park, running Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No registration or fee mentioned — just show up and play.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Basketball open play for adults at West Pullman Park, running Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). No registration or fee is listed —...</description>
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      <title>Strength &amp; Conditioning at Rainbow Beach</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Rainbow Beach Park. A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Rainbow Beach Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that there is no...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Green Briar</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Green Briar Park. An early childhood instruction program at Green Briar Park, meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9 to 11 AM from September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session on September 25)....</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Bessemer</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A conditioning program for adults at Bessemer Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1 to 2 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The schedule skips October 12 and November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. Chair Exercise at Mann (James) Park offers a seated or standing workout for seniors, meeting three afternoons a week. The program runs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, starting...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A youth soccer league at Eckhart Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM and Saturdays from 10:15 AM to 12:15 PM, running September 9 through December 12, 2026 (no session November 11). Open to...</description>
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      <title>Brick Builders Club at Hale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly Brick Builders Club at Hale Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 through October 29, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Open to youth for creative building activities.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A youth sports instruction program at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park, meeting Thursdays from September 10 to November 19, 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Registration details not listed.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A youth dance instruction program at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:30 PM. The session runs from September 10 through December 3, 2026, with no class on Thursday,...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A weekly early childhood program at Merrimac Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:00 to 1:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29, November 12, and November 26.</description>
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      <title>Archery at Mozart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Mozart (Amadeus) Park. A weekly archery instruction program for youth at Mozart (Amadeus) Park in Logan Square, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet...</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Broadway Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-broadway-gymnastics-2026-09-10-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction class for young children, meeting Thursdays from 12:45 to 1:30 PM at the Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater. The program runs September 10 through December 10,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Tiny Tot Sports offers early childhood movement and instruction at Hiawatha Park on Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM, running September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). No...</description>
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      <title>3D Printing at Sauganash</title>
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      <category>Computers and Technology</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly 3D printing instruction program for youth at Sauganash Park, held Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Registration details...</description>
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      <title>Table Tennis at Taylor-Lauridsen</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/table-tennis-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-10-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A youth table tennis instruction program at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Horner</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A youth cross country program at Horner Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving, November 26. The program is open to...</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Cornell Square</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Cornell (Paul) Square Park. An instructional floor hockey program for youth at Cornell Square Park, meeting Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26).</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Pottawattomie</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-pottawattomie-2026-09-10-pottawattomie-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A youth sports instruction program at Pottawattomie Park, running Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26). Designed for youth,...</description>
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      <title>Cross Country at Margate</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Margate Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Margate Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. Sessions are canceled on October 29 and November 26. Open to...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Maggie Daley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-maggie-daley-2026-09-10-maggie-daley-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A youth dodgeball instruction program at Maggie Daley Park, running Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, with no session on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Senior Citizens Club at Edison</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Edison (Thomas Alva) Park. The Senior Citizens Club at Edison Park meets Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:30 PM, running September 10 through December 17, 2026, with no meeting on November 26. The weekly program is open to seniors for...</description>
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      <title>Park Cardio Cycling at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-cardio-cycling-at-harris-2026-09-10-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly indoor cycling class for adults at Harris Park, held Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM from September 10 through December 17, 2026. The program skips Thanksgiving, November 26, and focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth flag football skills program at Kosciuszko Park in Logan Square, running Fridays from September 11 through October 16, 2026, 4:15 to 5:15 PM. The sessions focus on instruction for young...</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Indian Road</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Indian Road Park. A drop-in open play session for early childhood at Indian Road Park, running Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM from September 11 through November 13, 2026. No registration or pricing information is...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Wentworth</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-wentworth-2026-09-11-wentworth-john-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. Seasonal sports instruction for youth at Wentworth Park, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. The program runs from September 11 through November 20, 2026, with no session on October 30.</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A youth dodgeball program at Commercial Club Playground, offering instruction in the game on Fridays from 4 to 4:45 PM. The session runs from September 11 through November 20, 2026, with no play on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at White (Edward H.)</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at White (Edward H.) Park. An open basketball session for teens at White (Edward H.) Park in West Pullman, running Fridays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 11 through December 4. No registration or fee mentioned—just show up...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boot-camp-at-scottsdale-2026-09-11-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly boot camp for adults at Scottsdale Park, meeting Fridays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program focuses on instruction-based fitness training.</description>
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      <title>Tot Spot at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A weekly drop-in playtime for toddlers at Scottsdale Park, held Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for early childhood.</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/gymnastics-lev-1-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-11-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics Level 1 class for youth at Peterson Gymnastics Center, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-rising-stars-gymnastics-at-harrison-gymnastics-2026-09-11-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics program for boys in early childhood, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM at Harrison Gymnastics Center from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 23 and...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-avondale-gymnastics-2026-09-11-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A Level 2 girls gymnastics class at Avondale Gymnastics Center, for youth participants. The program meets Fridays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Dooley Playground</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. Teen Club at Dooley Playground offers a regular Friday afternoon hangout for teens in Ashburn, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The program is open to teens...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-11-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Girls Gymnastics Level 2 at Peterson Gymnastics Center provides youth instruction on Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Amundsen (Roald) Park. A weekly club for girls at Amundsen Park, meeting Fridays from 5:30 to 7 PM from September 11 through December 11. The program focuses on instruction for youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. Tone Stretch Balance at Warren Park is a Friday morning instruction class for seniors, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026, from 9 to 10 AM. The class does not meet on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A weekly program for seniors at Gately Park, combining light games with instruction. The group meets on Fridays from 10 to 11 AM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. A weekly strength and conditioning class for adults at Lake Shore Park, meeting Fridays from 10:00 to 10:50 AM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no class on September 25 or October 30.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A weekly stretching class for adults at Washington (George) Park, meeting Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM from September 11 through December 11. No pricing or registration information is listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Holstein Park. Chair exercise sessions at Holstein Park, designed for seniors, meet Fridays from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not run on October 30 or November...</description>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth sports instruction program at McKinley Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Anderson (Louis) Park. A teen basketball instruction program at Anderson Park, running Fridays from 3 to 6 PM, September 11 through December 11.</description>
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      <title>Soccer - Open at Gage</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. A NERF Soccer program for early childhood participants at Sheil Community Center Park, running Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Youth dodgeball instruction at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park, running Fridays from 4 to 5 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026 — with no sessions on October 30 and November 27. Open to...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A girls basketball skills instruction program at Warren (Laurence) Park, meeting Fridays from 5 to 6 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 16 and November 27....</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A mixed media arts instruction program for all ages, meeting Fridays from 5 to 7 PM at West Pullman Park, September 11 through December 11.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. Teen Club at Fuller Park meets Fridays from 5 to 6 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to teens, with no specific activities or pricing listed in the schedule.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. Basketball instruction at Sheil Community Center Park, running Fridays from 5 to 6 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 or November 27. The program is for...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Palmer (Potter) Park. A weekly teen club meeting at Palmer Park on Fridays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026. Open to teens.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at White (Jesse) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Jesse White Park on Friday evenings from 6 to 8 PM, running from September 11 through December 11, 2026. Note that there is no session on October 30.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Basketball open gym for teens at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts (Special Rec) at Mann</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. An arts and crafts instruction program for adults at Mann Park, meeting Fridays from 3 to 4 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No session on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Archery at Revere</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A youth archery instruction program at Revere (Paul) Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Partnership at Gladstone</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Gladstone (William) Park. A weekly soccer partnership program for early childhood ages at Gladstone Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:05 to 10:45 AM from September 12 through October 31.</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood, held Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:45 AM at Armour (Philip) Square Park. The session runs September 12 through December 5, 2026. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Family at Ping Tom</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A youth basketball program at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 12 through December 5, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Archer</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Seasonal Sports at Archer Park offers youth instruction in a rotating lineup of seasonal sports, meeting Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM. The program runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A weekly floor hockey program for youth at Sauganash Park, focused on instruction and skill-building. It runs Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Handbuilding at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A handbuilding clay class for all ages at Douglass Park, meeting Saturdays from 2 to 3:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. Instruction is provided; no pricing listed.</description>
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      <title>Sports Conditioning at Columbus</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A youth sports conditioning program at Columbus Park, running Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM, September 12 through December 12. The sessions focus on instruction for young athletes. No pricing is...</description>
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      <title>Little Artists at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Norwood Park. A Saturday art instruction program for youth at Norwood Park, running weekly from September 12 through December 12, 2026. Sessions meet from 12:15 to 1:15 PM.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Sauganash</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A basketball instruction program for teens at Sauganash Park, held Saturdays from 3 to 4 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Smith</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. An adult pickleball instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, held Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Lake Shore</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Tiny Tot Tumbling offers early childhood movement instruction at Lake Shore Park on Saturday mornings, September 12 through December 12, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. The program skips October 31.</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey League at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A floor hockey league for youth at Stanton Park, running Saturdays from September 12 to December 12, 2026, 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The league takes a break on October 17.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. Bitty Basketball at Bessemer Park is an instructional program for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 12:00 to 12:45 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Rosenblum</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Park No. 595. Open basketball at Park No. 595 in Riverdale, for adults looking for a casual run on Saturday afternoons. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with games from noon to 2 PM.</description>
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      <title>Children&#39;s Theater at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A weekly theater instruction program for youth, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM at South Shore Cultural Center Park. Runs September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Smith Park, meeting Saturdays from 1 to 2 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 or November 28.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. An open studio session for adults exploring woodcraft projects, held Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:30 PM at the Lincoln Park Cultural Center. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth flag football program at McKinley Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The sessions focus on instruction for youth players.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Nichols (John Fountain) Park. A weekly fitness boot camp for adults at Nichols Park, meeting Saturdays from 2 to 3 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. The class provides guided instruction in exercise routines.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A teen volleyball instruction program at Armour Square Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly abs and core conditioning class for adults at Armour Square Park, meeting Saturdays from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Touhy-Herbert Park, running Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. The session on October 31 is canceled. No pricing is listed, so it...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. Open volleyball for teens at Harrison (Carter) Park, running Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration or fee is listed — likely a drop-in program.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Touhy-Herbert (John, Victor) Park. Open basketball for seniors at Touhy-Herbert Park, Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:45 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026 (no session on October 31).</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. Open basketball for teens at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown, meeting Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM from September 12 through December 12, 2026. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <description>Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Grand Crossing Park. Open basketball for adults at Grand Crossing Park, running Sundays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM, September 13 through December 13, 2026. Drop-in play, no registration required.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunbar (Paul Laurence) Park. A six-week introductory tennis program for youth at Dunbar Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM between September 14 and October 19. The partnership format suggests instruction is led by an outside...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at Fosco (Peter) Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through October 26, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A tennis partnership program for all ages at Maggie Daley Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM, September 14 through October 26, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Portage Park. Open basketball at Portage Park for teens, running Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through November 30, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Dunham (Robert) Park. A girls-only youth club meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 5:30 PM at Dunham Park, running September 14 through December 7 (no session October 12, October 26, or November 23). Instruction-based programming...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-14-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for girls, Level 1, at the Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. Sessions run Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no class on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. Hip hop dance instruction for adults at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Mondays from 6 to 7 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Kelvyn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-league-at-kelvyn-2026-09-14-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly adult basketball league at Kelvyn Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 to December 7, 2026, 6:15 to 8:15 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. An intermediate boxing skills program for teens at Scottsdale Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. Note: no session on October 12.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Go Girl Go meets at Mount Greenwood Park on Mondays from 5 to 6 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. This instructional program is for youth.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-at-chicago-womens-2026-09-14-chicago-womens-park-and-gardens/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly early childhood program at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, running Mondays from 10:30 to 11:45 AM, September 14 through December 7 (skipping October 12). The session offers structured...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A kettlebell class for adults at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Mondays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM. The session runs September 14 through December 7, 2026 (skipping October 12). Instruction-led format,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Margate</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Margate Park. Open pickleball for seniors at Margate Park, meeting Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12 or 26.</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Armour Square</title>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly early childhood program combining art and letter recognition at Armour Square Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 through December 7, 2026, from 1:15 to 2:00 PM. The program does not...</description>
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      <title>Young Scientist at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Maplewood Park. Young Scientist brings early childhood science instruction to Maplewood Park on Mondays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Arts@Play at Kennedy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/artsplay-at-kennedy-2026-09-14-kennedy-dennis-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly arts instruction program for youth at Kennedy Park, meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No sessions on October 12, October 26, or November 23.</description>
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      <title>Indoor Soccer at Horner</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/indoor-soccer-at-horner-2026-09-14-horner-henry-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Indoor soccer instruction for youth at Horner Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM, running September 14 through December 7. No pricing information is listed.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Park No. 596</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-park-no-596-2026-09-14-brighton-park-community-campus-park-no-596-gymnasium/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596) Gymnasium. A youth flag football program at Brighton Park Community Campus Gymnasium, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12. Open to...</description>
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      <title>Baseball - Cubs Rookie League at Touhy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/baseball-cubs-rookie-league-at-touhy-2026-09-14-touhy-patrick-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Touhy (Patrick) Park. A youth baseball instruction program at Touhy Park in Rogers Park, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026. Designed for young players, the Cubs Rookie League focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Dodgeball at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Dodgeball for youth at Wolfe Park, with instruction provided during Monday afternoon sessions from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The program runs weekly from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball League at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Calumet Park. A men&#39;s basketball league for individual players at Calumet Park, running Monday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). Open to adults....</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Owens</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Owens (Jesse) Park. A leisure education program for teens at Owens (Jesse) Park in Calumet Heights, offering instruction on weekdays from 2 to 6 PM. The program runs Monday through Thursday, September 14 through...</description>
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      <title>Tone Stretch Balance at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. A senior fitness class focusing on tone, stretch, and balance, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at Fosco (Peter) Park. The program runs from September 14 through December 9,...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Sumner</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sumner Park. A youth sports instruction program at Sumner Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 14 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 12, November 11, or November 26....</description>
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      <title>Painting at West Pullman</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A painting instruction program for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:45 PM, September 14 through December 10, 2026 (no session October 12 or November 26).</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekday morning program for early childhood at Kelvyn Park, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September 14 through December 11, 2026. The program does not meet on November...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. Open men&#39;s basketball sessions for adults at Armour Square Park, meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 1 to 3 PM, September 15 through November 25, 2026, with no session on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Girls in the Park Club at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A twice-weekly instruction program for youth at Rutherford Sayre Park in Montclare, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, running September 15 through December 4,...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Normandy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Normandy Park. A youth recreational tumbling program at Normandy Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3 to 4 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026 (no session on November 3). Designed for youth, this...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A swimming instruction program for adults with intellectual disabilities, part of Special Olympics, held at Shabbona Park in Dunning. Sessions run on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM, September 15 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Oriole Park. A youth kickball program at Oriole Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:10 to 4:00 PM from September 15 through December 8. The activity focuses on instruction for young players. No pricing information is...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Homework Time at West Pullman Park offers a supervised after-school space for youth to work on assignments. The program runs Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, starting September 15...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Dooley Playground</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Dooley (Thomas) Park. A recreational tumbling program for youth at Dooley (Thomas) Park in Ashburn, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, September 15 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Youth Tennis 101 Partnership at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. A youth tennis program at Humboldt Park, meeting Wednesdays from September 16 to October 21, 2026, 4 to 5 PM. Designed for young players to learn the basics.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Open basketball for youth at Fosco Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00 to 7:45 PM, running September 16 through December 4, 2026 (no session on November 11).</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Rogers (Phillip) Park. A weekly adult instruction class focused on toning, stretching, and balance, meeting Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at Rogers (Phillip) Park. The program runs September 16 through December...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Independence Park. A weekly social group for adults at Independence Park, meeting Wednesdays from 11 AM to 2 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026. The group will not meet on October 28, November 11, or...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program at Marquette (Jacques) Park for all ages, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from September 16 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October 28, November...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Simons (Almira) Park. Open pickleball for adults at Simons Park, running Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, September 17 through November 19, 2026. Open play format, no registration required beyond showing up.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A weekly Pilates class for adults at Stanton Park in River North, meeting Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM from September 17 through December 3, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. The Special Olympics Sports League runs on Thursdays from September 17 to December 10, 2026, at Piotrowski Park, with sessions from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM (no activities on Oct 29 or Nov 26). This...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Talkers - Spanish at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A Spanish-language program for early childhood, meeting Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM at Rutherford Sayre Park, running September 17 through December 10, 2026 (skipping November 26 for Thanksgiving).</description>
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      <title>Swim Team (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A swim team program at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, September 17 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Open to all ages, focused on instruction.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Bosley (William) Park. The Senior Citizens Club gathers at Bosley Park on Thursdays from 11 AM to 2 PM, running September 17 through December 17, 2026. The club does not meet on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26. This...</description>
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      <title>Swimming (Special Rec) at Independence</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Independence Park. A swimming instruction program for adults at Independence Park, meeting Fridays from 1 to 2 PM from September 18 through December 11. Note: no sessions on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Bowling League (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/bowling-league-special-rec-at-mt-greenwood-2026-09-18-mount-greenwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Bowling league for all ages at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, September 18 through December 11. Instruction is included.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A weekly music and movement class for youth at Archer Park, meeting Fridays from 4:45 to 6:00 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30). Registration details are not...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball League at Hale</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A men&#39;s basketball league at Hale Park in Clearing, running Fridays from 6 to 10 PM, September 18 through January 8, 2027 (no games December 25 or January 1). Open to adults.</description>
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      <title>Leisure Education (Special Rec) at Douglass</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/leisure-education-special-rec-at-douglass-2026-09-19-douglass-anna-and-frederick-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Leisure Education is a special recreation program for adults at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, September 19 through December 12, 2026. The program does...</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Hamlin</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park. A youth boxing instruction program at Hamlin (Hannibal) Park, meeting Saturdays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, September 19 through December 12, 2026. Designed for young participants, the program focuses on...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports at Welles</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. Special Olympics Seasonal Sports offers Saturday afternoon instruction for adults at Welles Park, running from September 19 through December 12, 2026, from 1 to 3 PM. The program takes a break on...</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Lap swim sessions for adults at Shabbona Park, running from September 21 to December 8, 2026. The pool is open Monday and Tuesday evenings from 8 to 8:45 PM, Monday through Friday lunchtimes from...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Shabbona</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A parent-and-child swim session at Shabbona Park, meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9 to 10 AM from September 21 through December 11. The program does not meet on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Parent and Child Swim at Kelly</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Kelly (Edward) Park. Parent and child swim sessions at Kelly Park run weekday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, starting September 21 through December 11. The program is open to youth participants, with no swim on October...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Welles</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-sports-at-welles-2026-09-21-welles-gideon-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Welles (Gideon) Park in Lincoln Square, running weekdays from September 21 to December 11, 2026. Sessions meet Monday through Thursday from 5:00 to 6:30 PM and...</description>
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      <title>Park Voyagers at Chippewa</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-voyagers-at-chippewa-2026-09-22-chippewa-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Chippewa Park. A youth instruction program meeting Tuesdays through Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM at Chippewa Park, running from September 22 through November 5, 2026. Note that sessions are not held on October 22, 27,...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Portage</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Portage Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Portage Park, held Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 22 through December 8, 2026 (no class October 27 or November 24). Registration is...</description>
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      <title>TEAM Sports at Harrison</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly adult sports instruction program at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:45 to 8:45 PM, running September 22 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving,...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. Adult swim instruction at Blackhawk Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4 to 5 PM between September 23 and December 2, 2026 (no session on October 28).</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Welles</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A senior water walking class at Welles Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, September 23 through December 9, 2026. The program skips October 28, November 11, and November 25. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level I at Harris</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A swim class for toddlers at Harris Park, meeting Wednesdays from September 23 through December 9, 2026, from 1:45 to 2:45 PM. The program skips October 28 and November 25. Designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise I - Water Walking at Blackhawk</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Blackhawk Park. A water walking class for seniors at Blackhawk Park, meeting Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM. The session runs September 24 through December 3, 2026, with no class on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Portage Park. Tiny Tot Swim Level II at Portage Park offers early childhood swim instruction for toddlers. The class meets Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, running September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at Portage</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Portage Park. A youth learn-to-swim program at Portage Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. No sessions on October 29 or November 26. Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Eckhart</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class for seniors at Eckhart Park, held Thursdays from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM. The program runs September 24 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A high-impact aquatic exercise class for adults at Welles (Gideon) Park, meeting Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026 (skipping October 29 and November 26).</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Carver</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A Level II swim class for toddlers at Carver Park, meeting Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM between September 24 and December 10, 2026. The program skips October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Oriole Park. Little Artists is a Friday morning art program for early childhood, running weekly from September 25 through December 11 at Oriole Park. The sessions meet from 11:00 to 11:45 AM and focus on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A Level II swim instruction program for early childhood at Hayes (Francis) Park, meeting Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 25 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30 or...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A Level I swim class for early childhood at Austin Town Hall Park, meeting Fridays from 1 to 2 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026 (skipping October 30 and November 27).</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Independence Park. A swimming instruction program at Independence Park, meeting Fridays from 6 to 7 PM from September 25 through December 11, 2026 (no session on October 30 or November 27). Open to all ages.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Ridge Park. A weekly swim class for early childhood at Ridge Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 25 through December 11, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-tot-swim-level-ii-at-don-nash-2026-09-26-nash-don-community-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A Saturday morning swim class for early childhood at Don Nash Community Center Park, running from September 26 through December 12 (excluding October 31 and November 28), from 10 to 11 AM.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Tom (Ping) Memorial Park. A weekly swim instruction class for early childhood, Level II, held Saturdays from 11 AM to 12 PM at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown. The session runs September 26 through December 12, 2026,...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ridge Park. A parent-and-child swim program at Ridge Park, meeting Saturdays from 12:45 to 1:45 PM from September 26 through December 12. The session is designed for all ages and focuses on instruction in the...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Ogden (William) Park. Wrestling instruction for youth at Ogden Park in Englewood, running Tuesdays through Fridays from 4 to 7 PM, October 1 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on November 11 or 26).</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Pioneer Court. A pop-up market in Streeterville&#39;s Pioneer Court, open Wednesday, October 7, from an unlisted start to end time. No further details on vendors, featured goods, or pricing.</description>
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      <description>Friday, October 9, 2026 at Driehaus Museum. Emma Stebbins: Carving Out History takes place Friday, October 9 at the Driehaus Museum in River North. No time or pricing is listed, and the source description is empty — this is a placeholder...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. Recreational tumbling sessions for youth at La Follette Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 PM, October 13 through December 10 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Chicago by Night River &amp; Lake Cruise</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 16, 2026 at Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises. An evening cruise with Chicago&#39;s First Lady Cruises on Friday, October 16, taking in the city skyline from the river and lake. No further details on timing or pricing are provided.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, October 17, 2026 at The Shops at North Bridge. A vintage market at The Shops at North Bridge on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Go browse antiques, collectibles, and secondhand goods from local vendors. No time or pricing details provided.</description>
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      <title>Autumn Harvest Market</title>
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      <description>Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Pioneer Court. A seasonal market at Pioneer Court on Sunday, October 18, with no further details available about hours or vendors.</description>
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      <title>Adult/Tot Adventure Yoga Club at McFetridge</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A four-week yoga series for adults and their young children at McFetridge Sports Center, designed for early childhood. Classes meet Monday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, October 19 through November...</description>
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      <title>USAG Girls Gymnastics Xcel Team at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/usag-girls-gymnastics-xcel-team-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-10-19-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A USAG Girls Gymnastics Xcel Team program at Morgan Park Sports Center Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, October 19 through November 18, 2026. Open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Cheer Tumbling Int. at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cheer-tumbling-int-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-10-20-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A youth cheer tumbling class at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM between October 20 and December 15, 2026 (no session November 24). Designed for intermediate-level...</description>
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      <title>Youth Swim at Harris</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/youth-swim-at-harris-2026-10-21-harris-harriet-park/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A daily open swim for youth at Harris Park in Woodlawn, running weekdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM between October 21 and December 11. The program does not meet on November 11 or November 26. No...</description>
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      <title>Track and Field 101 at Addams</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Addams Track. Track and Field 101 offers youth instruction in basic track and field skills at Addams Track. The program meets Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, running October 21 through December 16, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Normandy</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/moms-pops-tots-interaction-at-normandy-2026-10-22-normandy-park/</link>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Normandy Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program for early childhood at Normandy Park, meeting Thursdays from October 22 to November 19, 2026, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. Caregivers and tots spend time together...</description>
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      <title>Girls Soccer at Addams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-soccer-at-addams-2026-10-23-addams-jane-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Addams Park, meeting Fridays from 6:00 to 6:45 PM, October 23 through December 18, 2026 (no session November 27). Open to youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Ice Skating - Ice Dance at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ice-skating-ice-dance-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-25-mcfetridge-ice-rink/</link>
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      <category>Performing Arts</category>
      <description>Sunday, October 25, 2026 at McFetridge Ice Rink (Indoor). An ice dance instruction program at McFetridge Ice Rink, open to all ages. Sessions run Sundays from 6:20 to 7:00 PM, October 25 through December 20, 2026, with no session on November 29.</description>
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      <title>Fall Festival at Pioneer Court</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fall-festival-at-pioneer-court-2026-10-28-pioneer-court/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Pioneer Court. A fall festival at Pioneer Court in Streeterville, taking place on Wednesday, October 28. The source provides the location and date but no details on timing, activities, or cost.</description>
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      <title>Lecture with Deborah Willis</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/lecture-with-deborah-willis-2026-10-29-ferguson-lecture-hall-600-s-michigan-ave/</link>
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      <description>Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Ferguson Lecture Hall – 600 S. Michigan Ave.. Deborah Willis gives a lecture at Ferguson Lecture Hall on Thursday evening, October 29, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.</description>
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      <title>20% off Core Products at City Cruises</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/20-off-core-products-at-city-cruises-2026-10-30-city-cruises/</link>
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      <description>Friday, October 30, 2026 at City Cruises. A 20% discount on core products at City Cruises in Streeterville, available Friday, October 30. No further details on what &#34;core products&#34; includes or whether a code or in-person visit is required.</description>
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      <title>The Midway of Wonders</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/the-midway-of-wonders-2026-10-31-the-hand-and-the-eye/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, October 31, 2026 at The Hand and the Eye. The Midway of Wonders takes place on Saturday, October 31, at The Hand and the Eye in Streeterville. No other details are available yet.</description>
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      <title>Brunch Cruises on Lake Michigan</title>
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      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A Sunday brunch cruise on Lake Michigan aboard City Cruises in Streeterville — a floating meal with city skyline views. No time or pricing provided in the listing.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dinner-cruises-on-lake-michigan-2026-11-01-city-cruises/</link>
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      <category>Nightlife</category>
      <description>Sunday, November 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A series of dinner cruises on Lake Michigan, departing from City Cruises in Streeterville on Sunday, November 1. The schedule and pricing are not specified in the source.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball Partnership at Wicker</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A volleyball program for youth at Wicker Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:45 to 7:30 PM from November 4 through January 20, 2027. The session runs as a partnership activity, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Kelvyn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-sports-at-kelvyn-2026-11-07-kelvyn-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Parent &amp; Tot Sports at Kelvyn Park pairs early childhood participants with a parent for sports instruction, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM between November 7 and December 12.</description>
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      <title>Holiday Adult Swim at Mann</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. An adult-only open swim at Mann Park on Wednesday, November 11, from 1:45 to 2:15 PM. The pool is set aside for social swimming — some work on their strokes, others simply float. For ages 18 and up.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Washington</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Washington (George) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Washington Park, meeting Saturdays from November 14 through December 12, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Designed for youth players looking to develop...</description>
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      <title>Soccer Games (ASMG) at Gately</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gately (James) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Gately Park, meeting Saturdays from November 21 to December 19 (no session December 5), 11:00 to 11:45 AM.</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Emmerson</title>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Emmerson (Louis) Park. A fall break camp for youth at Emmerson Park in West Ridge, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Campers participate in supervised activities during school break....</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Gompers</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Gompers (Samuel) Park. A three-day fall break camp at Gompers Park for youth, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. The listing includes no details on activities, pricing, or...</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Chase</title>
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      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Chase (Salmon) Park. A youth camp at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown, running weekdays from Monday through Friday, November 23 to 27, 2026, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed on Thursday, November 26 for the holiday. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A lunch cruise on Lake Michigan, departing Tuesday, December 1 from City Cruises in Streeterville. The source provides no time or pricing details, so check the operator&#39;s site for schedules and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at City Cruises. A dinner cruise on Lake Michigan aboard City Cruises in Streeterville, departing on Tuesday, December 1. The evening includes dining and skyline views from the water. No time or pricing is provided.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls at Level 4, held at Peterson Gymnastics Center from December 14 through 23, 2026. Sessions run Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:45 to 6:00 PM, with a later...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A boys&#39; gymnastics camp for USAG Team Level 8 and above at Peterson Gymnastics Center, running from December 14 to 23. Practice sessions are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5 to 9 PM, and Tuesday...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls in the Xcel P program at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater. The camp meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, running from...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-3-at-peterson-gym-2026-12-15-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; gymnastics camp for Level 3 participants, meeting Tuesdays through Fridays from December 15 to 23, 2026, at Peterson Gymnastics Center. Sessions run from 3:45 PM to 6:00 PM. The camp is...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-6-at-peterson-gym-2026-12-15-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A USAG Team gymnastics camp for girls at Level 6, held at Peterson Gymnastics Center from December 15 to 23, 2026. Sessions run Tuesdays through Fridays, 5:45 to 9:00 PM, and Saturdays, 9:00 AM to...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-g-at-broadway-gym-2026-12-16-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A girls USAG Team Xcel G gymnastics camp at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 1:45 to 4:45 PM during the week of December 16 to 23,...</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth camp at Norwood Park running weekdays Monday through Thursday from December 21 to December 31, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Designed for youth, this camp offers structured daytime activities during...</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at Sherwood (Jesse) Park. A winter break camp for youth at Sherwood Park, running Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3 PM, December 21 to 31. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at ComEd Recreation Center at Addams Park. A winter break camp for youth at ComEd Recreation Center at Addams Park, meeting Monday through Wednesday, December 28 to 30, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM. No pricing information is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A gymnastics camp for youth at Valley Forge Park, meeting Monday through Wednesday, December 28 to 30, from noon to 2 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at West Lawn Park. Open basketball for teens at West Lawn Park, running weekdays from Monday, December 28 through Thursday, December 31, 3 to 5 PM. No registration required — just show up.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Mayfair Park. A winter break day camp for youth at Mayfair Park, running Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9 AM to 3 PM. No pricing information provided.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Park Kids provides supervised recreation and instruction for youth at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM between January 4 and March 12, 2027. The program does not run on January 18...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at O&#39;Hallaren (Bernard) Park. Park Kids is an after-school instruction program at O&#39;Hallaren Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027 (excluding January 18 and February 15). Designed for youth.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A weekday after-school program for youth at Carver Park in Riverdale. The program runs Mondays through Fridays from 2:30 to 5:00 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027, excluding January 18 and...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. An after-school program for youth at Davis Square Park, offering instruction on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. Runs from January 4 through March 19, 2027, excluding January 18 and February 15.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Madigan (Michael J., Sr.) Park. An after-school recreation program for youth ages 9 to 13 at Madigan Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 4 through March 19, 2027 (excluding January 18 and February 15).</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A winter after-school program for youth at La Follette Park, offering instruction weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 4 through March 19, 2027. No session on January 18 or February 15. Registration...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. Park Kids at Chase (Salmon) Park is an after-school instruction program for youth, running weekdays from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 26, 2027 (excluding January 18 and February 15)....</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Robinson (Jackie) Park. Park Kids provides after-school instruction for youth at Robinson (Jackie) Park in Washington Heights, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The winter session runs from January 4 to March 26, 2027, with...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. An early childhood instructional program at Chase (Salmon) Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 2 PM, January 5 through March 11, 2027. Designed for young children.</description>
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      <description>Friday, January 8, 2027 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A teen basketball league at Columbus (Christopher) Park in Austin, running Fridays and Saturdays from January 8 to July 17, 2027. Times vary by day: Thursdays and Fridays 4–8 PM, Fridays and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at Shabbona Park. A winter recreation program for adults at Shabbona Park, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM between January 12 and March 9, 2027. The focus is instruction-based leisure activities. Note that the...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Robichaux</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 23, 2027 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Robichaux Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 23 through June 4, 2027 (no session on Monday, May 31). The program offers supervised...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Lake Shore Park. A weekday after-school program for youth at Lake Shore Park, running Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 3, 2027 — except Monday, May 31. The program offers structured...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Pottawattomie Park. Kiddie College&#39;s spring session offers an instructional program for early childhood at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:45 to 2:45 PM, March 29 through June 4,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Washtenaw Park. Park Kids — Spring is an after-school program for youth at Washtenaw Park in Little Village, offering instruction and supervised recreation weekdays from 3:00 to 5:45 PM, March 29 through June 4,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Loyola Park. Park Kids at Loyola Park offers after-school instruction for youth on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running March 29 through June 11, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday, May 31.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at Chase (Salmon) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood instruction program at Chase (Salmon) Park in Uptown. It meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 30 to June 3, 2027, 10 AM to 2 PM.</description>
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      <description>Friday, April 2, 2027 at Shabbona Park. A spring leisure education program for adults at Shabbona Park, offering instruction on Fridays from 2:30 to 7:00 PM, April 2 through June 4.</description>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. Park Kids is a supervised after-school recreation program for youth at Dvorak Park on the lower west side. It runs weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, starting August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Womens Bridge Club at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly bridge club for seniors at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays from noon to 2 PM, September 8 through December 22, 2026. No registration cost is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. An early childhood instructional program at Armour Square Park, designed for young children to move and play. Gym Monkeys meets Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, running September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly social club for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Fridays from 6 to 8 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026. The program includes instruction, though specific activities are...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Mann</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Mann (James) Park. A swim instruction program for early childhood at Mann Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 23 through December 9, 2026. Note that sessions are canceled on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Winter at Brainerd</title>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Brainerd Park. A winter after-school program for youth at Brainerd Park, running weekdays from January 4 to March 19, 2027. Hours are 3 to 7 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with a 2 PM start on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Jackson</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/park-kids-fall-at-jackson-2026-08-24-jackson-fieldhouse/</link>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Jackson Fieldhouse. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Jackson Fieldhouse, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 24 through December 18, 2026. The program does not meet on September 7,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Margate</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Margate Park. An after-school recreation program for youth at Margate Park in Uptown, running weekdays from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM through the school year, August 24, 2026 to June 11, 2027. Registration details are...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Lindblom</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. A weekday after-school program for youth at Lindblom Park in Englewood, meeting Mondays through Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program runs from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. No...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Carver</title>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, August 24, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Carver Park in Riverdale, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:00 PM from August 24, 2026 through June 11, 2027. The program does not meet on...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. Open basketball for teens at Hiawatha Park on Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, running August 29 through October 24. No registration fee is listed; drop in with your own ball.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. An after-school program for youth at Austin Town Hall Park, offering supervised instruction and activities on weekday afternoons from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, running from August 31 through December 18,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. An after-school program for youth at Commercial Club Playground, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM throughout the school year from August 31, 2026 to June 10, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Moore</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Moore (Maurice) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Moore Park in Austin, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Designed for youth.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A school-year after-school program for youth at Franklin Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at Tilton</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Tilton Park, running weekdays from 3:30 to 6:30 PM from August 31, 2026 through June 11, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Xcel D - Sa at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-xcel-d-sa-at-broadway-gym-2026-09-01-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; USAG Xcel D gymnastics program at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM from September 1 through December 12, 2026....</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A youth flag football program at Avalon Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, September 8 through October 29, 2026. Instruction provided.</description>
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      <title>Flag Football Skills at Franklin</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Franklin (Benjamin) Park. A youth flag football skills program at Franklin (Benjamin) Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, September 8 through November 5. Designed for youth instruction.</description>
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      <title>Walking Club at Kennedy</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A walking club for seniors at Kennedy Park, meeting Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:45 to 1:15 PM from September 8 through November 20, 2026. The club does not meet on October 26–30...</description>
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      <title>Chair Exercise at Online</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/chair-exercise-at-online-2026-09-08-douglass-anna-and-frederick-park/</link>
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      <category>Health and Science</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. Chair exercise classes for seniors at Douglass Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 10:45 AM. The program runs from September 8 through December 1, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Minuteman</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Minuteman Park. A basketball skills program for early childhood, with instruction on Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at Minuteman Park, running September 8 through December 1, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-08-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 10:45 to 11:30 AM at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. The session runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October...</description>
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      <title>Archery (Special Rec) at Marquette</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/archery-special-rec-at-marquette-2026-09-08-marquette-jacques-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. Archery instruction for adults at Marquette (Jacques) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM. The program runs from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no session on October 27 or...</description>
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      <title>Boxing Skills - Beginner at Scottsdale</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boxing-skills-beginner-at-scottsdale-2026-09-08-scottsdale-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A beginner boxing skills class for youth at Scottsdale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 1 at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-1-at-garfield-gymnastics-2026-09-08-garfield-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. A girls gymnastics Level 1 class at Garfield Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no class October 27 or November 24). Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Open volleyball at Kilbourn Park, held Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, for teens. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. A weekly hip-hop dance class for youth at LeClaire-Hearst Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, running September 8 through December 8.</description>
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      <title>Teen Club at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A teen club at Kelvyn Park meeting Tuesdays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program is open to teens.</description>
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      <title>Painting (Home School) at Hale</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly painting class for homeschooled youth at Hale Park, meeting Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction is provided.</description>
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      <title>Girls Dance - Tap at Wentworth</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A weekly tap dance class for early childhood, meeting Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:00 PM at Wentworth Park. The session runs September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no class on October 27 or November...</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Rutherford Sayre</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rutherford Sayre Park. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Rutherford Sayre Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 7 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026 (no sessions on November 3 or 17). Designed for early childhood,...</description>
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      <title>Musical Theater at South Shore</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. An adult musical theater instruction program at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 11 AM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Avalon</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Avalon Park. A youth tumbling program at Avalon Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026. Instruction-based tumbling for youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. A teen acting class at the South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program provides instruction in acting for teens. No...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth cross country instruction program at McKinley Park, meeting Tuesdays from September 8 to December 8, 2026, 4:15 to 5:00 PM. No sessions on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. An adult volleyball league at Welles Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6:30 PM to 9:45 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. Registration details are...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A regular drop-in program for seniors at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Mondays through Thursdays from 10 AM to 2 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The club does not meet on...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Lake Shore Park. Open basketball for adults at Lake Shore Park, running Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 PM to 1 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on November 3 and November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Bessemer (Henry) Park. A pickleball instruction program for adults at Bessemer Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 1:30 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November 26....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at West Pullman Park. A weekly running club for adults at West Pullman Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 2 PM. The program runs September 8 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving (November...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/strength-conditioning-at-rosenblum-2026-09-08-rosenblum-j-leslie-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Rosenblum (J. Leslie) Park. A strength and conditioning program for teens at Rosenblum Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Gym Monkeys at Wolfe</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. An early childhood instruction program at Wolfe Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 3 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026. The program does not meet on October 20, October 22, or...</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall at Brands</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-at-brands-2026-09-08-brands-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brands Park. An early childhood instructional program at Brands Park, meeting weekdays from 10 AM to noon, September 8 through December 11, 2026. The program takes place on most weekdays except October 12,...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Pickleball instruction for seniors at Shabbona Park, running weekdays from September 8 through December 11, 2026, from 1:15 to 3:15 PM. The program skips several dates in October and November...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Maggie Daley</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Maggie Daley Park. A weekday morning instructional program for early childhood at Maggie Daley Park, running from September 8 through December 11, 2026. Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 7:30 to 8:45 AM,...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time at Smith Playlot</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Smith (Wendell) Park. Homework Time at Smith (Wendell) Park offers a quiet, supervised space for youth to work on assignments with instruction available. The program runs Tuesdays through Fridays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM,...</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Columbus</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/mens-basketball-open-at-columbus-2026-09-08-columbus-christopher-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. An open basketball session for adults at Columbus Park, running Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from noon to 2 PM, September 8 through December 12, 2026 (except Thanksgiving on November 26). No...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/team-tumbling-at-piotrowski-2026-09-08-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A youth tumbling program at Piotrowski Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon, running from September 8 through December 12, 2026. Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College - Fall Winter Spring at McKinley</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/kiddie-college-fall-winter-spring-at-mckinley-2026-09-08-mckinley-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. Kiddie College is an early childhood program at McKinley Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM. The session runs from September 8, 2026 through May 27, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Homework Time - Fall Winter Spring at Edgebrook</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/homework-time-fall-winter-spring-at-edgebrook-2026-09-08-edgebrook-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Edgebrook Park. A supervised homework help program for youth at Edgebrook Park, meeting weekdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. Runs from September 8, 2026 through June 4, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball League at Minuteman</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-league-at-minuteman-2026-09-09-minuteman-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Minuteman Park. An adult pickleball league at Minuteman Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM, September 9 through October 14, with no session on Monday, October 12. Registration is for individuals.</description>
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      <title>Tennis at Jefferson</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. A weekly tennis instruction program for youth at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Wednesdays from September 9 to October 21, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. No pricing has been listed.</description>
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      <title>Fun and Games Partnership at Rosenblum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fun-and-games-partnership-at-rosenblum-2026-09-09-park-no-595/</link>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Park No. 595. A teen program at Park No. 595 in Riverdale, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:45 to 3:30 PM from September 9 through December 4.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. Open basketball for adults at Garfield Park, running Wednesdays from noon to 1 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (with no session on November 11). Drop-in format — no registration needed,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball - Open at Eugene Field</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-open-at-eugene-field-2026-09-09-field-eugene-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Open basketball for adults at Eugene Field Park, running Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Soccer Skills at Portage</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Portage Park. Soccer Skills at Portage Park runs Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11. The program is for youth.</description>
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      <title>Twinkle Stars Gymnastics at Shabbona Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/twinkle-stars-gymnastics-at-shabbona-gymnastics-2026-09-09-shabbona-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Shabbona Gymnastics Center. Twinkle Stars Gymnastics is a weekly instructional class for early childhood at Shabbona Gymnastics Center, meeting Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Strohacker</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Strohacker (Howard) Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program at Field (Eugene) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Bitty Basketball at Eugene Field</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Field (Eugene) Park. Bitty Basketball returns to Eugene Field Park on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session November 11). This instructional program is designed for early...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 3 - 4 at Peterson Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-3-4-at-peterson-gymnastics-2026-09-09-peterson-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Peterson Gymnastics Center. A weekly gymnastics class for girls at Level 3-4, held at Peterson Gymnastics Center. The session runs Wednesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no class on October...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Durkin</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Durkin (Martin) Park. Team tumbling instruction for youth at Durkin Park, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. No session on Wednesday, November 11.</description>
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      <title>Piano - Group - Beginner at Sauganash</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Sauganash Park. A beginner group piano class designed for seniors, meeting Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM at Sauganash Park. The program runs from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November...</description>
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      <title>Fantasy Sports at Kosciuszko</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A teen program at Kosciuszko Park, Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, 6:30 to 7:45 PM, with no session on November 11. The activity involves fantasy sports, though details are limited....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Wolfe (Richard) Park. Floor hockey instruction for youth on Wednesdays from September 9 to December 9, 2026, at Wolfe Park, 4:30 to 5:30 PM. No session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Mens Basketball - Open at Calumet</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Calumet Park. Open basketball for adults at Calumet Park on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026. No games on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Revere</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Revere Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. The session runs September 9 through December 9, 2026, skipping November 25....</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. Seasonal sports instruction for teens at Archer Park, meeting Wednesdays from 2:15 to 3:15 PM and Fridays from 2:45 to 4:15 PM from September 9 through December 11, 2026. No sessions on October 28,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Skills at Seward</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A basketball skills program for youth at Seward Park, focusing on instruction and fundamentals. The session runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, starting September 9 through December 11,...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Fosco</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fosco (Peter) Park. Youth sports instruction at Fosco Park, meeting Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, September 9 through December 11, 2026 (no session November 11). For young athletes.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly dodgeball program for homeschooled youth at Kennedy Park, running Thursdays from 2 to 3 PM from September 10 through December 3, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gladstone (William) Park. Dino Diggers is a weekly early childhood program at Gladstone Park, running Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM between September 10 and December 10, 2026. The program offers instruction for young...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly fitness program for youth at Shabbona Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on October 29 or November 26). Instruction-based...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. A teen weight training program at Scottsdale Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM, September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on Thanksgiving, November 26. No pricing listed.</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Jensen (Christ) Park. An open basketball session for adults at Jensen Park, running Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 8:45 PM. The program meets weekly from September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving on...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly early childhood sports instruction program at Kelvyn Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Tap at Hale</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Hale (Nathan) Park. A weekly tap dance class for seniors at Hale Park, meeting Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:00 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. No session on November 26. Instruction-based, no prior...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Calumet Park. A sewing instruction program for adults at Calumet Park, held Thursdays from 10 AM to 1 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no session on November 26). Registration cost is not listed.</description>
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      <title>Kiddie College at Wilson (John P.)</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wilson (John P.) Park. Kiddie College at Wilson Park is a recurring early childhood program that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to noon, running September 10 through December 10, 2026. The session skips Thursday,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Wrightwood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly tumbling class for toddlers at Wrightwood Park, meeting Thursdays from 2:00 to 2:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026 (no sessions on October 29 or November 26).</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Gage</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Gage Park, held Thursdays from 3:00 to 4:15 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on November 26. Registration details are not...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at McKinley</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A youth flag football program at McKinley Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, skipping Thanksgiving on November 26. Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Mighty Fit Kids at Maplewood</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Maplewood Park. A weekly fitness program for youth at Maplewood Park, meeting Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM. The program runs September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no sessions on October 29 and November 26.</description>
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      <title>Tae Kwon Do at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth Tae Kwon Do program at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026. The program is for youth and does not meet on October 29 or...</description>
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      <title>Tae Kwon Do Int-Adv at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. A youth intermediate-advanced taekwondo class at Broadway Armory Park, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no class on October 29 and November 26....</description>
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      <title>Mighty Munchkins at Broadway Armory</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Broadway Armory Park. Mighty Munchkins is a weekly instructional program for youth at Broadway Armory Park in Edgewater, meeting Thursdays from 3:15 to 3:45 PM. The session runs September 10 through December 10, 2026,...</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Smith</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth basketball instruction program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 10 through December 10, 2026, with no session on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Chippewa</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Chippewa Park. Open pickleball for adults at Chippewa Park on Fridays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, running September 11 through November 6, 2026. Drop-in play, no registration required.</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Brands</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brands Park. Open pickleball play for adults at Brands Park, Fridays from 1:30 to 2:45 PM, running from September 11 through December 4, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Basketball League at Oriole</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Oriole Park. A youth basketball league at Oriole Park, meeting Fridays from 6 to 9 PM from September 11 through December 4. The program is for youth players and runs as a team league.</description>
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      <title>Stem/Steam at Veteran&#39;s Memorial</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park. A weekly STEM/STEAM instruction program for youth at Veterans&#39; Memorial Park in South Deering, meeting Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, September 11 through December 4, 2026. No registration fee is...</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Brooks</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A weekly early childhood program at Brooks Park, combining art and alphabet activities on Friday mornings from September 11 through December 11, 2026. No registration fee listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for adults at Garfield Park, meeting Fridays from noon to 1 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics (Special Rec) at Marquette</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Marquette (Jacques) Park. A gymnastics instruction program for all ages at Marquette Park, meeting Fridays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Sessions are not held on October 30 or November 27.</description>
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      <title>Gymnastics at Tilton</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Tilton (George) Park. A youth gymnastics instruction program at Tilton Park, running Fridays from 5 to 7 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026. Designed for young participants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Norwood Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Arts &amp; Crafts at Strohacker</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Strohacker (Howard) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for youth at Strohacker (Howard) Park, meeting Fridays from 4 to 5 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at River Park. A weekly improvisation instruction program for teens at River Park, meeting Fridays from 6 to 7 PM from September 11 through December 11.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. Art &amp; ABCs at Horner Park is a Friday morning early childhood program combining art and literacy instruction. Sessions run from 10 AM to noon, September 11 through December 11, 2026. No pricing...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A weekly mixed media arts class for adults at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Fridays from 10 to 11:30 AM from September 11 through December 11. No sessions on October 30 or November 27. No pricing...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at McKinley (William) Park. A parent-and-tot sports program at McKinley Park, offering instruction for early childhood participants with a parent or guardian joining in. It meets Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running from...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). A strength and conditioning program for seniors at Brighton Park Community Campus, meeting Fridays from 11:15 AM to noon, September 11 through December 11, 2026. The class focuses on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A woodcraft instruction program for adults at Horner Park, meeting Fridays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM between September 11 and December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood participants at Gill Park in Lake View, meeting Fridays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly youth table games program at Kennedy Park, meeting Fridays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 30 and November 27.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Margate Park. A youth volleyball program at Margate Park, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 11 through December 11, 2026 (no sessions on October 30 or November 27). Instruction is for youth.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Davis (Dr. Nathan) Square Park. Weekly youth volleyball instruction at Davis Square Park, running Fridays from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, September 11 through December 11. Drop-in or register in advance.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/dodgeball-at-trebes-2026-09-11-trebes-robert-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A youth dodgeball instruction program at Trebes (Robert) Park, meeting Fridays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM, September 11 through December 11, 2026. Designed for youth participants.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Trebes (Robert) Park. A weekly flag football instruction program for youth at Trebes Park, running Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM between September 11 and December 11. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 11, 2026 at Horner (Henry)  Park. A pickleball league for adults at Horner (Henry) Park, running Fridays from 9:30 AM to noon from September 11 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Avondale Park. Soccer instruction for early childhood, meeting Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:15 AM at Avondale Park, running September 12 through December 5, 2026.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/circuit-training-at-taylor-lauridsen-2026-09-12-taylor-lauridsen-john-emil-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Taylor-Lauridsen (John, Emil) Park. A circuit training class for adults at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, held Saturdays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM. The program runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no session on October 31.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-family-at-holstein-2026-09-12-holstein-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Holstein Park. A family basketball program at Holstein Park on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, running September 12 through December 12, 2026. It&#39;s open to youth, with no sessions on October 31 or November...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Fuller (Melville) Park. A weekly basketball skills program for youth players, meeting Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Fuller (Melville) Park. The instruction runs from September 12 through December 12, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at South Shore Cultural Center Park. Youth jazz dance instruction at South Shore Cultural Center Park, meeting Saturdays from 11 AM to 1 PM between September 12 and December 12, 2026. No pricing information provided.</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Wrightwood Park. A weekly open painting studio for adults at Wrightwood Park, held Saturdays from 12 PM to 1 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026 (with no session on October 31 or November 28). No registration...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A Saturday basketball instruction program for early childhood at Eckhart Park, meeting weekly from 1 to 1:45 PM. The program runs September 12 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <title>Flag Football at Dvorak</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/flag-football-at-dvorak-2026-09-12-dvorak-anton-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Dvorak (Anton) Park. A youth flag football program at Dvorak Park, offering instruction on Saturdays from 2 to 3 PM, September 12 through December 12, 2026. No session on October 31.</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/seasonal-sports-at-trumbull-2026-09-12-trumbull-lyman-park/</link>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Trumbull (Lyman) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Trumbull Park, meeting Saturdays from 1:30 to 4:45 PM from September 12 through December 12.</description>
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      <title>Dance at Carver</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Carver (George Washington) Park. A daily dance instruction program for youth at Carver (George Washington) Park in Riverdale, running from September 12 through December 13, 2026, with sessions each day from 12:45 PM to 3:00 PM. No...</description>
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      <title>Tennis 101 Partnership at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. A beginner tennis program for youth at Kilbourn Park, meeting Mondays from 5 to 6 PM between September 14 and October 19. No registration fee is listed.</description>
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      <title>Music and Movement Partnership at Eckhart</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/music-and-movement-partnership-at-eckhart-2026-09-14-eckhart-bernard-park/</link>
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      <category>Music</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A music and movement class for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:25 PM at Eckhart Park, running September 14 through October 19. Registration cost is not listed.</description>
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      <title>Ballet - Beginner at Senn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/ballet-beginner-at-senn-2026-09-14-senn-nicholas-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senn (Nicholas) Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood at Senn Park, meeting Mondays from 5:45 to 6:30 PM, running September 14 through November 16, 2026 (no class on October 12 and 26). No pricing information...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Sports at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. Tiny Tot Sports offers early childhood instruction at Mount Greenwood Park, meeting Mondays from 1:15 to 2:15 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). The program is...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Kilbourn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-kilbourn-2026-09-14-kilbourn-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Pickleball open play for adults at Kilbourn Park, held Mondays from 2 to 4 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). No registration required; just show up.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Talkers - Spanish at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tiny-talkers-spanish-at-valley-forge-2026-09-14-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth Spanish language instruction program meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:15 PM at Valley Forge Park, running September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Vittum</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-vittum-2026-09-14-vittum-harriet-elizabeth-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Vittum (Harriet Elizabeth) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Vittum Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 26.</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at Archer</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Archer (William Beatty) Park. A youth floor hockey program at Archer (William Beatty) Park, meeting Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (with no sessions on October 12 and 26). Instruction-based,...</description>
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      <title>Shooting Stars Gymnastics at Jesse White Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/shooting-stars-gymnastics-at-jesse-white-gym-2026-09-14-jesse-white-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jesse White Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics instruction program for early childhood, meeting Mondays from 4 to 5 PM at Jesse White Gymnastics Center in River North. The session runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Drop-in at Wildwood</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/drop-in-at-wildwood-2026-09-14-wildwood-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Wildwood Park. A weekly drop-in program for youth at Wildwood Park, offering instruction on Mondays from 4 to 5 PM. Runs from September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball at Kosciuszko</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-at-kosciuszko-2026-09-14-kosciuszko-thadeuz-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A youth volleyball instruction program at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Mondays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, running from September 14 to December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Floor Hockey at River</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at River Park. A weekly floor hockey program for youth at River Park, meeting Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No session on October 12.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Partnership at Homan Square</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Homan Square Community Center Park. A youth basketball partnership program at Homan Square Community Center Park, meeting Mondays from 5:30 to 7:15 PM, September 14 through December 7 (no session on October 12). The program is open to...</description>
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      <title>Volleyball - Open at Piotrowski</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-open-at-piotrowski-2026-09-14-piotrowski-lillian-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. Open volleyball for adults at Piotrowski Park on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session on October 12). No registration required — just show...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Senka</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Senka (Edward &#34;Duke&#34;) Park. A weekly tumbling class for early childhood at Senka Park, meeting Mondays from 7:00 to 7:45 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The program does not meet on October 12 or November 23.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Normandy Park. A weekly early childhood program at Normandy Park, combining art activities with early literacy skills. Meets Mondays from 11 AM to noon, September 14 through December 7, 2026, with no session on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park. You Build It is a weekly early childhood building program at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park, meeting Mondays from 1 to 2 PM from September 14 through December 7.</description>
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      <category>Crafts, Games and Play</category>
      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Bell (George, Jr.) Park. A weekly drop-in program of supervised games and activities at Bell Park, meeting Mondays from 3:15 to 4:00 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session October 12). Designed for youth.</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Tumbling at Hiawatha</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Hiawatha Park. A tumbling class for early childhood at Hiawatha Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 to December 7, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 PM.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Olympia Park. A yoga class for young children at Olympia Park, meeting Mondays from 10:00 to 10:30 AM, September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Lincoln Park - Cultural Center. Tot Spot at Lincoln Park Cultural Center is an open play session for early childhood, held Monday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 AM from September 14 through December 7, 2026 (with no session on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. A beginner ballet class for adults at Stanton Park, meeting on Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The class focuses on instruction for those new to...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Sheil (Bernard) Community Center Park. NERF Soccer at Sheil Community Center Park offers soccer-style play using NERF balls for young children. The program meets on Mondays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running September 14 through December 7,...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Pottawattomie Park. A weekly early childhood instruction program at Pottawattomie Park, meeting Mondays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, running from September 14 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. A weekly drawing and painting class for adults at Holstein Park, meeting Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14 through December 7, 2026 (no session October 12 or November 23).</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. A weekly sports video game club at Kennedy (Dennis) Park for youth, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. The program runs from September 14 to December 7, 2026, with no sessions on October 26 or...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Kennedy (Dennis) Park. Youth dodgeball instruction at Kennedy Park, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. No sessions on October 26 or November 23.</description>
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      <title>Teen Leadership Club at Holstein</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Holstein Park. The Teen Leadership Club meets at Holstein Park on Monday evenings from 6 to 7 PM, running September 14 through December 7, 2026. The club skips October 12, October 26, and November 23. For teens.</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Revere (Paul) Park. A weekly parent-child interaction program at Revere Park, meeting Mondays from 10 to 11 AM from September 14 through December 7, 2026. The session offers instruction and activities for toddlers and...</description>
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      <title>Recreational Tumbling at Norwood</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Norwood Park. A youth recreational tumbling program at Norwood Park, meeting Mondays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM from September 14 through December 14, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Independence Park. Independence Park hosts open dodgeball for youth on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM, running September 15 through December 8, 2026. No pricing or registration details are listed for this drop-in...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A weekly yoga and Pilates class for adults at Harris Park, meeting Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 15 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park. A youth tennis program at Smith (Joseph Higgins) Park, meeting Wednesdays from 5 to 6 PM from September 16 through October 21.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at West Pullman Park. Sports Conditioning program for youth at West Pullman Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:00 to 6:30 PM. Runs September 16 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports - FWS at Shabbona</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/special-olympics-seasonal-sports-fws-at-shabbona-2026-09-16-shabbona-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A Special Olympics seasonal sports program at Shabbona Park, meeting Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM from September 16, 2026 through June 9, 2027. Open to all ages.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot T-Ball at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. A parent-and-tot t-ball program at Commercial Club Playground, meeting Thursdays from 2:30 to 3:15 PM from September 17 through December 3, 2026 (no session on October 29 or November 26). Designed...</description>
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      <title>Team Tumbling at Pasteur</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Pasteur (Louis) Park. Team Tumbling at Pasteur Park provides youth tumbling instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 PM, running September 17 through December 17, 2026 (no session on Thanksgiving, November 26).</description>
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      <title>Line Dance at Don Nash</title>
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      <description>Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. A weekly line dance instruction program for seniors at Nash Community Center Park in South Shore, meeting Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM from September 17 through December 17, 2026. The session on...</description>
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      <title>Fun With Food at Armour Square</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Armour (Philip) Square Park. A weekly Friday afternoon program for youth at Armour Square Park, running from September 18 through December 4, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:15 PM. The sessions focus on food-themed activities and...</description>
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      <title>Boot Camp at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly boot camp for adults at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, held Fridays from 7:00 to 7:45 AM from September 18 through December 11, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A weekly hip hop dance program for youth at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Fridays from 3:30 to 4:15 PM from September 18 through December 11. No pricing is listed.</description>
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      <title>Yoga at Hayes</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 18, 2026 at Hayes (Francis) Park. A weekly outdoor yoga session for adults at Hayes Park in Ashburn, meeting Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM from September 18 through December 11, 2026 (no session on November 27).</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at Douglass</title>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A Saturday morning cardio tennis program for adults at Douglass Park, meeting from 7:30 to 8:30 AM on Saturdays, September 19 through October 24, 2026. The session focuses on high-energy drills and...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports (Special Rec) at Columbus</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Columbus (Christopher) Park. A seasonal sports instruction program for adults at Columbus Park, running Saturdays from September 19 through December 12, 2026, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The program does not meet on October 31 or...</description>
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      <title>Powerlifting &amp; Cardio (Special Rec) at Mt. Greenwood</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mount Greenwood Park. A weekly powerlifting and cardio instruction program for adults at Mount Greenwood Park, held Saturdays from noon to 1 PM from September 19 through December 12, 2026. The program skips October 31 and...</description>
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      <title>Social Club (Special Rec) at Gage</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A Saturday social club for young adults at Gage Park, offering instruction and recreation from 10 AM to 3 PM. The program runs from September 19 through December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. A tap and ballet instruction program for youth at Riis Park, meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:45 PM from September 21 through December 7, 2026 (no session on Thursday, November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Senior Swim at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Shabbona Park. A weekly senior swim session at Shabbona Park, held Mondays from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, running September 21 through December 7, 2026. Open to senior adults.</description>
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      <title>Lap Swim at Stanton</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 21, 2026 at Stanton (Edwin) Park. Lap swim for adults at Stanton Park, offered weekdays from 10 AM to noon and Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, running September 21 through December 12, 2026. The pool is closed on October 12, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Austin Town Hall</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Austin Town Hall Park. A Level II swim class for early childhood participants at Austin Town Hall Park, held Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 PM from September 22 through December 8, 2026, skipping October 27 and November 24.</description>
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      <title>Learn to Swim at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth swim class at La Follette Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM from September 22 to December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Youth swim at Fernwood Park runs Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3 to 4 PM, September 22 through December 10, 2026. The program is open to youth, with no sessions on November 11 and November 26.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park. A youth sports instruction program at Piotrowski (Lillian) Park in Little Village, running Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5 to 6 PM and Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, from September 22 through...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Fernwood Park. Adult swim at Fernwood Park, open to adults from September 22 through December 12, 2026. The pool is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 12 to 1 PM and Saturdays from 9 to 10 AM, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Music Together at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Music Together brings early childhood music classes to Humboldt Park on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, running from September 23 through December 11 (skipping Oct 28, Oct 30, and...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Welles (Gideon) Park. A parent-and-tot swim program at Welles Park in Lincoln Square, open to early childhood participants with a caregiver. The sessions run Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 to 11 AM and Saturdays from...</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Portage Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise program for seniors at Portage Park, meeting Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 AM from September 24 through December 10, 2026 (skipping October 29 and November 26).</description>
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      <description>Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Edgebrook Park. A weekly science program for youth at Edgebrook Park, meeting Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 PM from September 24 through December 10, 2026. No session on October 29 or November 26.</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park. A weekly swim instruction class for toddlers at Kosciuszko Park, meeting Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, September 25 through December 11, 2026. No class on October 30 or November 27. Designed for...</description>
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      <title>Aquatic Exercise II - Low Impact at Independence</title>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Independence Park. A low-impact aquatic exercise class designed for seniors, held Fridays from 9 to 10 AM at Independence Park pool from September 25 through December 11, 2026. Note that there will be no class on...</description>
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      <description>Friday, September 25, 2026 at Nash (Don) Community Center Park. Parent and child swim sessions at Nash (Don) Community Center Park, held Fridays from 5 to 7 PM and Saturdays from 2:30 to 4 PM, running from September 25 through December 12, 2026. Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Shabbona Park. Tiny Tot Swim - Level II at Shabbona Park offers Saturday afternoon swim instruction for early childhood, running from September 26 to December 12, 2026, 12:30 to 1:30 PM, with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Harris (Harriet) Park. A Saturday morning swim instruction program for young children at Harris Park, running from September 26 to December 12, 2026, with no sessions on October 31 and November 28. Classes meet from 10 to...</description>
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      <description>Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Harrison (Carter) Park. A Saturday-morning swim class for early childhood at Harrison (Carter) Park, running from September 26 through December 12, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The program skips October 31 and November 28....</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Oriole Park. A youth soccer league for individual players at Oriole Park, meeting Tuesdays from 6 to 8:50 PM, September 29 through December 8.</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Clarendon Community Center Park. A beginner ballet class for early childhood at Clarendon Community Center Park in Uptown, meeting Tuesdays from October 13 to December 15, 2026, 4:30 to 5:15 PM.</description>
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      <title>Play School at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). Play School at Morgan Park Sports Center Park is an early childhood instruction program for young children, meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to noon. The session runs from October 19...</description>
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      <title>Teen Boxing 101 at Addams</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/teen-boxing-101-at-addams-2026-10-19-addams-jane-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 19, 2026 at Addams (Jane) Park. A weekly boxing instruction class for teens at Addams Park, meeting Mondays from 5:15 to 6:15 PM from October 19 through December 14, 2026, with no session on November 23.</description>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Eckhart (Bernard) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for early childhood participants at Eckhart Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 PM from October 20 through December 8, 2026 (with no sessions on October...</description>
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      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/adaptive-pickleball-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-22-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Thursday, October 22, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. Adaptive pickleball instruction for adults at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM from October 22 through November 12, 2026. The program focuses on skill-building in a...</description>
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      <title>Mommy &amp; Me Yoga at Morgan Park SC</title>
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      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). A weekly yoga class for caregivers and their young children at Morgan Park Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM, October 23 through December 4, 2026 (no session on November 27).</description>
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      <title>Tennis - TD Sure Shots at McFetridge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/tennis-td-sure-shots-at-mcfetridge-2026-10-23-mcfetridge-sports-center/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Friday, October 23, 2026 at McFetridge Sports Center. A teen tennis instruction program at McFetridge Sports Center, meeting Fridays from 6 to 8 PM, October 23 through December 18, 2026. No session on November 27.</description>
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      <title>Adaptive/Veterans Rock Climbing at Offsite</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/adaptiveveterans-rock-climbing-at-offsite-2026-10-26-offsite-or-online-location/</link>
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      <description>Monday, October 26, 2026 at Offsite or Online Location. Adaptive rock climbing instruction for veterans and all ages, offered Mondays from 6:00 to 8:30 PM between October 26 and December 21, 2026 (no session on November 23). Location is offsite; check...</description>
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      <title>Cardio Tennis Partnership at River</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/cardio-tennis-partnership-at-river-2026-10-28-river-park/</link>
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      <description>Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at River Park. Cardio Tennis meets at River Park on Wednesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:30 AM, running October 28 through December 2 (skipping November 11). For adults.</description>
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      <title>Indoor Soccer at Kelvyn</title>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, November 2, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Indoor soccer instruction for early childhood at Kelvyn Park, meeting Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM, November 2 through December 7, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Fall Break Camp at Wicker</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/fall-break-camp-at-wicker-2026-11-23-wicker-charles-joel-park/</link>
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      <category>Family</category>
      <description>Monday, November 23, 2026 at Wicker (Charles, Joel) Park. A youth fall break camp at Wicker Park, running Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. Designed for young participants.</description>
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      <title>Basketball Tournament at Rowan</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-tournament-at-rowan-2026-11-27-rowan-william-park/</link>
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      <description>Friday, November 27, 2026 at Rowan (William) Park. A youth basketball tournament at Rowan Park on Friday, November 27, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, open to youth players.</description>
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      <title>20% off Core Products at City Cruises</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/20-off-core-products-at-city-cruises-2026-11-30-city-cruises/</link>
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      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at City Cruises. A 20% discount on core products at City Cruises in Streeterville, available on Monday, November 30. No further details are provided on what the discount applies to or how to redeem it.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball League at Wentworth</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-league-at-wentworth-2026-11-30-wentworth-john-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Monday, November 30, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth volleyball league at Wentworth Park, meeting Mondays from 5 to 9 PM. The season runs November 30, 2026 through March 15, 2027, with no sessions on January 18 or February 15.</description>
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      <title>USAG Girls Team Gymnastics Lev. 3 at Morgan Park SC</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/usag-girls-team-gymnastics-lev-3-at-morgan-park-sc-2026-12-01-morgan-park-sports-center-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Morgan Park Sports Center Park (Park No. 577). USAG Girls Team Gymnastics Level 3 meets at Morgan Park Sports Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM, running December 1 through December 19. Open to youth.</description>
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      <description>Friday, December 4, 2026 at Wentworth (John) Park. A youth volleyball league at Wentworth Park, running Fridays from 5 to 9 PM from December 4, 2026 through March 19, 2027. The league skips December 25, January 1, and January 29. Open to youth...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel G at Avondale Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-g-at-avondale-gym-2026-12-14-avondale-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 14, 2026 at Avondale Gymnastics Center. A gymnastics camp for girls at Avondale Gymnastics Center, focused on USAG Team Xcel G levels. The camp meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 PM during the week of December 14 to 18,...</description>
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      <title>Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Lev. 4 at Harrison Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/boys-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-lev-4-at-harrison-gym-2026-12-15-harrison-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <category>Athletic</category>
      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Harrison Gymnastics Center. Boys USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Level 4 runs December 15 to 19 at Harrison Gymnastics Center on the lower-west-side. The schedule is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 6:45 PM and Saturdays from...</description>
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      <title>Girls USAG Team Gymnastics Camp Xcel D - Sa at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-usag-team-gymnastics-camp-xcel-d-sa-at-broadway-gym-2026-12-15-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A girls&#39; USAG team gymnastics camp for the Xcel D level at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center in Edgewater, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 9 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM during the...</description>
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      <title>Basketball Camp at Valley Forge</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/basketball-camp-at-valley-forge-2026-12-15-valley-forge-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth basketball camp at Valley Forge Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:15 PM from December 15 through December 29, 2026. The session on Thursday, December 24 is skipped.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at Valley Forge Park. A youth soccer camp at Valley Forge Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, December 16 through 28 (no session on Christmas Day).</description>
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      <title>Winter Break Camp at West Lawn</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/winter-break-camp-at-west-lawn-2026-12-21-west-lawn-park/</link>
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      <category>Seasonal &amp; Holiday</category>
      <description>Monday, December 21, 2026 at West Lawn Park. A winter break day camp for youth at West Lawn Park, running Monday through Thursday from December 21 to 31, 9 AM to 3 PM. No registration cost is listed.</description>
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      <title>Volleyball Camp at Gage</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/volleyball-camp-at-gage-2026-12-28-gage-george-park/</link>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Gage (George) Park. A teen volleyball camp at Gage Park, meeting Monday through Thursday, December 28 to 31, from 9 AM to 3 PM each day. No pricing information is listed.</description>
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      <description>Monday, December 28, 2026 at Altgeld (John) Park. A drop-in camp for teens at Altgeld Park during winter break, running Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 AM to 4 PM, December 28 through January 8 (closed New Year&#39;s Day). No further...</description>
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      <title>20% off Core Products at City Cruises</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at City Cruises. A promotional discount at City Cruises, offering 20% off core products on Wednesday, December 30, 2026. No further details on the products covered or any additional terms are available.</description>
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      <category>Community</category>
      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Park Kids is a youth after-school program at Gill (Joseph) Park, offering supervised instruction and recreation weekdays from 2:30 to 6:00 PM, January 4 through March 12, 2027 (the program does not...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Robichaux (Joseph) Park. Park Kids offers an after-school instructional program for youth at Robichaux Park in Washington Heights, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 4 through March 12, 2027, with no sessions on...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lowe (Samuel) Park. Park Kids offers after-school recreation at Lowe Park weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027 (no session January 18 or February 15). For youth. Registration details not provided.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park. A youth instruction program at Ada (Sawyer Garrett) Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, January 4 through March 19, 2027, excluding January 18 and February 15.</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Rainey (Edward) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Rainey Park in Ashburn, offering supervised recreation and instruction for youth on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The winter session runs from January 4...</description>
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      <description>Monday, January 4, 2027 at Lindblom (Robert) Park. Park Kids provides after-school recreation and instruction for youth at Lindblom Park, meeting weekdays from 3 to 6 PM from January 4 through March 19, 2027. The program is closed on January 18 and...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Harrison (Carter) Park. An early childhood instruction program at Harrison (Carter) Park, meeting Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 10 AM to noon from January 5 through March 12, 2027. The program is designed for...</description>
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      <description>Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at Field (Eugene) Park. Park Kids is an after-school recreation program for youth at Eugene Field Park, offering supervised instruction and activities on weekday afternoons. The winter session runs from January 5 through...</description>
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      <title>Basketball League Partnership at Merrimac</title>
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      <description>Friday, January 15, 2027 at Merrimac Park. A basketball league for teens at Merrimac Park, meeting Fridays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from January 15 through March 26, 2027.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Commercial Club</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 22, 2027 at Commercial Club Playground of Chicago. An after-school program at Commercial Club Playground, offering instruction for youth on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running March 22 through May 27, 2027.</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Brighton Park Community Campus (Park No. 596). Park Kids is an after-school program offering instruction for youth at Brighton Park Community Campus. It meets weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027, with no session on...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Cooper</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Cooper (Jack) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Cooper (Jack) Park in West Pullman, meeting weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM from March 29 through June 4, 2027. The program does not meet on Monday,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Palmer</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Palmer (Potter) Park. Park Kids is an after-school instructional program for youth at Palmer Park in Roseland, running weekdays from March 29 to June 4, 2027 (closed Monday, May 31). The schedule varies: Mondays,...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Spring at Cole</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Cole (Nat King) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program for youth at Cole (Nat King) Park in Chatham, offering instruction-based activities weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, running from March 29 through June 4, 2027. The...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Graver (Philip) Park. Park Kids is an after-school instruction program for youth at Graver Park in Beverly, running weekdays from March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on Monday, May 31). The program meets each...</description>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Pottawattomie Park. A spring after-school program for youth at Pottawattomie Park, running weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, March 29 through June 4, 2027 (no session on Memorial Day, May 31). The program offers...</description>
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      <title>Homework Time - Spring at Edgebrook</title>
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      <description>Monday, March 29, 2027 at Edgebrook Park. Homework Time offers a supervised after-school session for youth at Edgebrook Park, running weekdays from March 29 through June 4, 2027 (except Monday, May 31), 3:30 to 4:30 PM. No registration fee...</description>
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      <title>Special Olympics Seasonal Sports - Spring at Shabbona</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, March 31, 2027 at Shabbona Park. Special Olympics Spring seasonal sports program at Shabbona Park, offering instruction for all ages. Meets Wednesdays from March 31 to June 2, 2027, 4:30 to 6:30 PM.</description>
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      <title>Dance - Hip Hop Partnership at Seward</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Seward (William) Park. A hip hop dance program for early childhood at Seward Park, meeting Mondays from September 14 to October 19, 2026, 5:30 to 6:25 PM.</description>
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      <title>Sparring - Advanced at Scottsdale</title>
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      <description>Monday, September 14, 2026 at Scottsdale Park. An advanced sparring class for youth at Scottsdale Park in Ashburn, meeting Mondays and Fridays from September 14 to December 11, 3:30 to 4:30 PM.</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall at Riis</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at Riis (Jacob) Park. Park Kids is an after-school program at Riis Park for youth, offering supervised activities and instruction. The fall session runs weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, August 31 through December 18, 2026, with...</description>
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      <title>Park Kids - Fall Winter Spring at La Follette</title>
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      <description>Monday, August 31, 2026 at La Follette (Robert) Park. A youth after-school program at La Follette Park, running weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM during the school year (August 31 through June 10). Registration details are not listed.</description>
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      <title>Art &amp; ABCs at Merrimac</title>
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      <category>Arts &amp; Culture</category>
      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Merrimac Park. A weekly Tuesday afternoon program for early childhood combining art and literacy activities, running from September 8 through December 8, 2026, from 3:45 to 4:30 PM at Merrimac Park. No sessions on...</description>
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      <title>Soccer at Brooks</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Brooks (Oscar) Park. A youth soccer instruction program at Brooks (Oscar) Park, meeting Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:30 PM, September 8 through December 8, 2026.</description>
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      <title>Parent &amp; Tot Gymnastics at Broadway Gym</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/parent-tot-gymnastics-at-broadway-gym-2026-09-08-broadway-armory-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center. A parent-and-tot gymnastics class at Broadway Armory Gymnastics Center, meeting Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM from September 8 through December 8, 2026. The program skips October 27 and November...</description>
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      <title>Girls Gymnastics Lev. 2 at Garfield Gymnastics</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/girls-gymnastics-lev-2-at-garfield-gymnastics-2026-09-08-garfield-gymnastics-center/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Garfield Gymnastics Center. Level 2 girls gymnastics meets Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Garfield Gymnastics Center, running September 8 through December 8, 2026, with no sessions on October 27 or November 24. The program...</description>
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      <title>Seasonal Sports at Humboldt</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park. Youth sports instruction at Humboldt Park, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM, September 8 through December 10, 2026. No class on Thanksgiving.</description>
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      <title>Boxing at Garfield</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Garfield (James) Park. A boxing instruction program for adults at Garfield Park, meeting weekdays from 6 to 8 PM from September 8 through December 10, 2026 (with no sessions on October 12, November 11, and November 26)....</description>
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      <title>Junior Bear Football - Pee Wee at LeClaire-Hearst</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/junior-bear-football-pee-wee-at-leclaire-hearst-2026-09-08-leclaire-hearst-park/</link>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at LeClaire-Hearst Park. A youth football instruction program at LeClaire-Hearst Park, meeting Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 PM. Runs from September 8 to December 11, 2026, with no sessions on October 12, November 11,...</description>
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      <title>Karate Partnership at Chicago Women&#39;s</title>
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      <description>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens. A karate program for all ages at Chicago Women&#39;s Park and Gardens, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, September 8 through December 17, 2026. No session on Thanksgiving, November 26....</description>
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      <title>Conditioning at Douglass</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Douglass (Anna and Frederick) Park. A conditioning class for adults at Douglass Park in North Lawndale, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 2:00 PM, September 9 through December 4, 2026. No class on November 11.</description>
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      <title>Film Club at Online</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Berger (Albert) Park. A weekly film club for adults meets Wednesdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM at Berger Park in Edgewater, running September 9 through December 9. No pricing or specific film lineup is listed.</description>
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      <title>Basketball at Kelvyn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. A weekly basketball instruction program for adults at Kelvyn Park, meeting Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026. Note that there is no session on Wednesday,...</description>
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      <title>Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction at Kilbourn</title>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kilbourn Park. Moms, Pops &amp; Tots Interaction meets Wednesday mornings at Kilbourn Park from 9 to 10 AM, running September 9 through December 9, 2026 (no session on November 11). The program offers guided...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Kelvyn (William) Park. Tot Spot at Kelvyn Park offers a weekly open play session for toddlers and preschoolers, meeting Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM from September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November...</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Warren (Laurence) Park. A weekly arts and crafts program for girls (youth) at Warren Park, running Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, September 9 through December 9, 2026, with no session on November 11.</description>
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      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Hollywood Park. A walking club for adults at Hollywood Park, meeting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:45 to 11:45 AM, running from September 9 through December 11, 2026. The program skips several dates in...</description>
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      <title>Pickleball - Open at Gill</title>
      <link>https://chicagolocalevents.com/events/pickleball-open-at-gill-2026-09-09-gill-joseph-park/</link>
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      <category>Sports</category>
      <description>Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Gill (Joseph) Park. Open pickleball for adults at Gill Park, meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 7:30 to 