Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch Library
A recently renovated Chicago Public Library branch with regular unstructured "Play Days" using blocks, puzzles and toys downstairs, and a quiet upper level.
1701 N Milwaukee Ave
Kid essentials
- Monday
- 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Tuesday
- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday
- 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Thursday
- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday
- 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday
- 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday
- 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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