3812 W. 16th Street
We are currently closed for the winter, but please visit us in February!
Open Books North Lawndale is a programming space and free bookstore. Check out our weekly free programs for kids and families below, hosted on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Fall 2024 Public Programs at Open Books North Lawndale
Join us after school at Open Books North Lawndale for Tinkering Tuesdays and Play On Words! Open to all 4th-8th graders, these free drop-in programs let you explore your creativity through hands-on activities like art making, creative writing, letter beading, and more. Whether you want to tinker and build or write and create, there’s something for everyone. Come by, meet new friends, and express yourself on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-5pm. The fall session will begin on October 1st and October 3rd.
Families are welcome to join us at Sensory Saturdays, beginning on October 5th. Caregivers and their little ones are invited to explore literacy through your senses! Drop-in for hands-on creative play, art and movement activities, plus free books for the whole family. This program is free for all ages and will be hosted on Saturdays from 11am – 3pm through December 7th.
Want to help? Donate your favorite books and share the experience with other readers.
Your Meeting Here!
We are open for west side organizations to host meetings and family programming. Have a need for some space? Email Chelsea Ridley, Director of Community Engagement - [email protected]
Volunteer With Us!
Volunteers make everything we do possible, from helping customers find books through sorting through brand-new donations. See the details and get started!
At Open Books, something wonderful is always happening! View our events calendar to learn more about upcoming events.