Garfield Ridge Library Announces Special 'Holiday Storytime Marathon' for December 14

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Garfield Ridge · December 8, 2025

Garfield Ridge families looking for festive activities close to home can mark their calendars for the neighborhood library's first-ever 'Holiday Storytime Marathon' scheduled for Saturday, December 14. The Garfield Ridge Branch of the Chicago Public Library has transformed its community room into a winter wonderland for this special day-long event featuring continuous story readings, seasonal crafts, and festive refreshments.

The branch, located on Chicago's Southwest Side, will welcome children of all ages from 10 AM to 4 PM for this free community celebration. Local educators and community leaders will take turns as guest readers throughout the day, sharing both classic and contemporary holiday tales. Between story sessions, families can participate in ornament-making workshops and cookie decorating activities designed for young creators.

Parents interested in this neighborhood celebration can register through the Chicago Public Library website or in person at the Garfield Ridge Branch. This event joins other seasonal festivities in the community, including the recently held 10th Annual Tree Lighting ceremony and the upcoming 'Santa on the Firetruck' event. The library encourages neighborhood families to embrace the holiday spirit while supporting this valuable community institution.

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1. https://www.chipublib.org/locations/31/