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Teen DIY: Hand-Sewn Felt Whales

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

Have a whale of a time learning hand sewing basics as you stitch your own adorable plushie whale. For grades 6-12. Space is limited to 16 participants.

This event is in the "Children" group

Pokémon Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children

CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for a show-and-tell session.

This event is in the "Children" group

Book and Cookie Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children’s Storyroom at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children

This is the perfect book club for children who love reading and want to share that passion with others.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Join educator Yvonne Wolf as she shares the traditions, foods, symbols, and ways you can celebrate the Lunar New Year at home.

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This event is in the "Children" group

Make It! Take It!

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to bond and get creative together during a fun-filled session of stories and crafts! As the name suggests, you'll make something new at every session then take it home with you.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Storytime and Play

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones.

This event is in the "Children" group

One-derful Storytime and Play

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for 1-year-olds. Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Tech Club

Friday, February 20, 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 "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others!

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Bookworms

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun program designed to set your little ones on the path to becoming lifelong readers!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Puzzle Swap

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Do you have a beloved puzzle that you're ready to pass along to a new home? Join us for a fun puzzle swap! Bring in new or used puzzles in good condition to swap for something new-to-you. Please arrive at 2:30 p.m.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mysterious Creatures of Illinois

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

From Bigfoot to vampires, join cryptid researcher Chad Lewis for a spine-tingling evening of folklore, legends, and the unexplained.

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others!

This event is in the "Children" group

Brick Builders

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Join us for some brick-tastic fun! Build up your creativity as you use Library-provided LEGO® bricks to bring your ideas to life. Get inspired by one of our fun challenges or create something that is entirely your own!

This event is in the "Children" group

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups!

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Storytime and Play

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others!

This event is in the "Children" group

Tummy Time Stories and Play

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for babies under a year old!