5 things to do in Chicago, IL — Monday, August 31, 2026
Picked each day from verified Chicago-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.
This story was assembled using AI and public data sources.
Midwest Golf Classic
On the calendar at Chicago Church, starting 1 p.m.
The 2026 Midwest Golf Classic is fast approaching! Our efforts this year will continue to support “SOLID Steps”, an after-school program using taekwondo as a foundational activity to teach and train…
Details from the organizerKnit Together
Community at Harold Washington Library Center, starting 6 p.m.
Join experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri for a beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group. Bring your own projects or challenge yourself to start something new. Materials will be provided by the library. Accessib…
Details from the organizerSeed Library
Community at Woodson Regional, starting 9 a.m.
We're offering a variety of FREE seed packets to our patrons and visitors (3 packets per household/per visit). The selection is constantly growing and changing as we continue to receive donations (thanks to our many spo…
Details from the organizerFamily Story Time
Community at Gage Park, starting 11 a.m.
Join us for a story time full of books, songs and rhymes for our littlest patrons. Best for ages 2 to 8. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312…
Details from the organizerLiterary Lounge Book Club: Translated Fiction
Community at Chinatown, starting 6 p.m.
Getting back into reading? Want to try new genres? Join the Chinatown Branch for our Literary Lounge Book Club! Each month we will explore a new genre and discuss not only the book, but also elements of the genre. This…
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