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Green Screen and Sound Recording Studio Orientation

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Green Screen Room / Sound Recording Studio (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're creating videos, podcasts, or other projects, learn how to use our equipment to take your productions to the next level. This orientation is required to use the Green Screen Room and Sound Recording Studio.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Genealogy Basics: Getting Started

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Dive into your family history! Whether you're new to genealogy or simply want to learn about the Library's ancestry resources, join our staff for this interactive introductory workshop.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Read-Aloud Book Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Designed for intermediate-level English language learners, this book club offers a welcoming space to practice your reading skills and share your passion for books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Organizing and Mental Health

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Discover how clutter directly affects your mental health and how organization in your physical and mental spaces can help combat the chaos.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Taking Control of Your Finances

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Ready to take control of your finances and start reaching your financial goals? This budgeting workshop will teach you how to create a simple budget, track spending, build savings, and manage debt with confidence.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Put your trivia skills to the test in an exciting night of fun and knowledge! Join us as we challenge you with questions across a wide range of topics. You can compete individually or as part of a team.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Out of this World Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the wild world of science fiction and fantasy in this supernatural book club! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the genre, this club offers a fun space to discuss your favorite reads and discover new ones.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafternoon: Vision Board Journals

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start the new year with purpose by creating your own vision journal. We'll provide all materials you need to create a personalized vision journal that will inspire and motivate you to achieve your goals in 2026.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Layouts in Adobe InDesign

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Have a book in the works, but unsure how to format it for printing? Join us to learn the essentials of Adobe InDesign to get your pages laid out for a professional look.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Criminal Spines

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Join our book club for fans of mysteries, thrillers, true crime, and all things suspense. We’ll keep you on the edge of your seat with a mix of thrilling reads that vary in excitement and intensity from title to title.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Relax with Paint by Numbers

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Feeling burnt out after the stress of the holidays? Reset and unwind with a calming paint-by-numbers session at the Library. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 20 participants.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Podcasting for Beginners

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the fun of sharing stories and opinions through podcasting! In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of podcasting, including how to record, design, and create an engaging podcast.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Memory Café

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Adults

A memory café is a social gathering for individuals with dementia and their care partners, whether they be spouses, children, friends, or professional caregivers.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Green Screen and Sound Recording Studio Orientation

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Green Screen Room / Sound Recording Studio (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're creating videos, podcasts, or other projects, learn how to use our equipment to take your productions to the next level. This orientation is required to use the Green Screen Room and Sound Recording Studio.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Welcome to the Library Orientation

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Age Group:
Adults

If you're feeling lost in the stacks, don't sweat it! This crash course will give you all the tips and tricks you need to make the most out of your library card.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Textured Tree Canvas

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate the season by creating a textured tree canvas using the unique art of joint compound! Learn how to prepare the compound, master the tools, and apply techniques to create a stunning winter scene.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Tech Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Master a new technology topic each month at Senior Tech Club! Stay up to date with the latest tech trends and gain confidence in using your devices to make life easier. Can't make this session?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Audrey Hepburn

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Set in 1988, this program features a first-person portrayal of Audrey Hepburn as she reflects on her recent UNICEF trip to Ethiopia.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Tech Club

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Master a new technology topic each month at Senior Tech Club! Stay up to date with the latest tech trends and gain confidence in using your devices to make life easier.  Can't make this session?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Take your images to the next level as you discover the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop. In this workshop, you'll learn how to color correct, crop, resize, and creatively enhance your digital photos.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Green Screen and Sound Recording Studio Orientation

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Green Screen Room / Sound Recording Studio (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're creating videos, podcasts, or other projects, learn how to use our equipment to take your productions to the next level. This orientation is required to use the Green Screen Room and Sound Recording Studio.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

English Read-Aloud Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Designed for intermediate-level English language learners, this book club offers a welcoming space to practice your reading skills and share your passion for books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Readers' Rendezvous Daytime Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Rendezvous at the Library for this daytime book club, where we explore a diverse range of topics, tastes, and genres.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafternoon: Vision Board Journals

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start the new year with purpose by creating your own vision journal. We'll provide all materials you need to create a personalized vision journal that will inspire and motivate you to achieve your goals in 2026.