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Teen Volunteering: Button Making

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Earn volunteer hours as you create buttons and magnets for the Library's Amazing Book Challenge!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Manga Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens

Do you love reading manga as much as we do? Come chat about your current manga obsessions, what you're excited to read next, and about upcoming new releases.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen STEAM: Binary Code Charms

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Crack the code and string together some fun while learning the basics of binary coding. Turn 0s and 1s into personalized bead charms that secretly spell out messages. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Around the World

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for fun craft sessions inspired by cultures from around the world! Each session will explore a different culture with a corresponding craft.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Cupcakes and Crafts Club

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Join us for a craft experience where art meets dessert. Indulge your sweet tooth and your imagination as you make something unique while enjoying tasty treats! For grades 4-8.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Paint and Snack

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Unleash your creative side! Learn about an inspiring artist, then create your own masterpiece with easy, step-by-step instructions. For grades 6-12. *Registration required

Registration Required

Nichols Library Closed until 1 p.m.

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Nichols Library

Nichols Library will have a delayed opening due to the St. Patrick's Day parade and race. The Library will open at 1 p.m. Naper Blvd. Library and 95th Street Library will open...

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Teen Volunteering

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering: Button Making

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Earn volunteer hours as you create buttons and magnets for the Library's Amazing Book Challenge!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen DIY: Fantasy Map Making

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Put your imagination on the map! Use rice and markers to create your own fantasy map inspired by your favorite novel, Dungeons and Dragons campaign, or your own epic ideas. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Video Game Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Join other gamers to play and discuss your favorite video games like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros., and more. Bring your own Nintendo Switch and DS devices to share the fun with friends. For grades 4-7.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen DIY: Painted Fruit Tote Bag

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Squeeze the day and flex your creativity while painting your favorite fruits on a tote bag. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen STEAM: Binary Code Charms

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Crack the code and string together some fun while learning the basics of binary coding. Turn 0s and 1s into personalized bead charms that secretly spell out messages. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen STEAM: Light-Up Slap Bracelets

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Teens

Slap into action and light things up by building your own wearable circuit using a slap bracelet, LED lights, and cool embellishments. For grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Fitting Indian and Speaking Out with Jyoti Chand

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join local author and social media influencer Jyoti Chand, also known as @mamajotes, for a book club-style gathering centered on her debut graphic novel "Fitting Indian." Kirkus calls the book “a candid exploration of mental health challenges in S

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen STEAM: Binary Code Charms

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Crack the code and string together some fun while learning the basics of binary coding. Turn 0s and 1s into personalized bead charms that secretly spell out messages. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Manga Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens

Do you love reading manga as much as we do? Come chat about your current manga obsessions, what you're excited to read next, and about upcoming new releases.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Practice Test: ACT

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Teens

High school students are invited to take a full-length simulated ACT practice test using LearningExpress Library. For grades 9-12. *Registration required

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen DIY: Painted Fruit Tote Bag

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Squeeze the day and flex your creativity while painting your favorite fruits on a tote bag. For grades 6-12. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Resume Workshop

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Teens

Looking to apply for a job, internship, or scholarship? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to create a standout resume using the Library's resources! For grades 8-12. *Registration required.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering: Button Making

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Earn volunteer hours as you create buttons and magnets for the Library's Amazing Book Challenge!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Paint and Snack

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Unleash your creative side! Learn about an inspiring artist, then create your own masterpiece with easy, step-by-step instructions. For grades 6-12. *Registration required

Registration Required