Roden Branch
🏢 Chicago Public Library — Chicago, Illinois
Roden Branch
Tucked into the residential Norwood Park East community along the diagonal corridor of Northwest Highway, the Roden Branch is the Far Northwest Side's gathering spot for families, knitters, Polish heritage events, and LEGO robotics alike. Its programming roster reflects a neighborhood that has quietly maintained one of Chicago's more stable community characters for decades.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 5 PM |
Hours may vary on holidays.
📍 Location & Contact
Address: 6083 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60631
Phone: (312) 744-1478
Website: chipublib.org
📖 About Roden Branch
The Roden Branch is located at 6083 N. Northwest Highway in Norwood Park East, one of the quieter residential communities on Chicago's Far Northwest Side. The branch sits along Northwest Highway, a diagonal artery improved in the 1920s to connect outlying neighborhoods to the city core. The building is accessible from Northwest Highway with a reserved parking space behind the library; the accessible entrance faces the highway. The branch offers a meeting room, parking lot, scanner, and WiFi, and its programming reflects the culturally diverse surrounding community — from Polish heritage performances and Medicare information sessions to Dungeons and Dragons for youth and 3D printing workshops.
⭐ What makes this branch special
- Polish heritage cultural programming reflecting the neighborhood's historical community ties
- Youth STEM programming including LEGO Robotics workshops and 3D printing instruction
- "The Thursday Night Supper Club" community book club for adults
- Medicare information workshops and senior-focused health programming
- Large-print book collection and accessible ADA computer workstations on site
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Roden Branch offer any coding or technology programs for kids?
Yes. The branch regularly runs youth STEM events including LEGO Robotics workshops and coding sessions. The branch also offers 3D printing instruction for interested patrons. Check chipublib.org/locations/60/ for the current schedule.
Where is the accessible entrance to Roden Branch?
The accessible entrance is on the Northwest Highway side of the building. A reserved accessible parking space is available in the lot behind the library.
Does Roden Branch host any cultural or community events?
Yes. The branch hosts Polish heritage cultural performances, CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) community beat meetings, and health workshops including Medicare education sessions — reflecting the varied needs of Norwood Park East residents.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.