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Research a Veteran: Exploring the Basics of Military Research

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever pondered the wartime experiences of your father or grandfather? Or wondered about the fate of a deceased uncle? This session aims to provide answers to such questions...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Trivia Night: Cult Films

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled night testing your knowledge on a featured topic during an evening of trivia. Compete individually or as part of a team. We will be using the website Kahoo...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

La Hora de Cuentos

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

¡Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en español!  Immerse your kids in a new language or ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Chinese Storytime

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Mini Masterpieces

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create a one-of-a-kind handprint or footprint keepsake and enjoy a baby storytime. Ages 0-23 months with an adult caregiver. *Registration required

Required
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sensory Friendly Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Art in Haiku

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
AANHPI Heritage Month, Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Learn about the beautiful 5-7-5 rhythm of poetry in haiku. After learning about how haiku came to be, create your own special poem and cherry blossom inspired art piece. Ages ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Dual Language Storytime: Russian

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your pronunciation and conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Designed for intermediate-level and above English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. All...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Storytime Yoga

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a yoga-themed storytime for the whole family. This program will feature stories and songs accompanied by simple poses and mindfulness activities. Wear comfortable cloth...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Memory Café

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A memory café is a social gathering for individuals living with dementia and their care partners (spouses, children, friends and professional caregivers). Memory cafés are not a fo...

Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Meet with other teens to play Dungeons & Dragons in a fast-paced campaign. All tabletop role-playing experiences are welcome. *Registration required

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Drop-In

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult Services Desk (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hit a brick wall? Stop in for help with your specific genealogy questions from volunteers from the Fox Valley Genealogical Society. If you have an Ancestry or FamilySearch account,...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Busy Buzzy Bee

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Buzz over to the Library for an adventure of bee-themed fun! This program combines bee-inspired storytelling, interactive bee dances, and a delightful bee-inspired craft that will ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Readers' Choice Book Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore thought-provoking fiction and non-fiction titles, chosen by our readers. This month we will be discussing "The Girl Who Wrote in Silk" by Kelli Estes. This discussion...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
NaperLaunch at Nichols Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your pronunciation and conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Designed for intermediate-level and above English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. All...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Volunteering

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Earn service hours by volunteering at the Library! Teens will assist in sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more. In order to log volunteer hours, teens must sign up for a Bet...

Required