This event is in the "Children" group Sensory-Friendly Storytime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children This quiet, slow-paced storytime is geared toward children who may be overwhelmed by a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be chosen with children with sensory sensitivities in mind. For ages 3-7 with a grownup. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Volunteering Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm 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. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Volunteering: Button Making Wednesday, January 14, 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! Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group Dual Language Storytime: Chinese Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Community Room at Nichols Library Program Type: Storytime, World Language Age Group: Children Join us for our dual-language storytimes, where we celebrate cultures and languages from around the world! Enjoy books, songs, and rhymes perfect for families of all ages. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Book and Cookie Club Thursday, January 15, 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Volunteering Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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. View Details 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. View Details
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. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Level Up Book Club Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children This monthly book club is a great fit for children making the jump from easy readers to early chapter books. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group Readers' Choice Book Club Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:45am Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Discover a curated selection of thought-provoking fiction and non-fiction titles, handpicked by our readers. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Sing, Sign, and Play Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Learn a new way to communicate with the infant in your life using baby sign language! Each month features a different theme, complete with related signs, books, and songs. For children under 2 with a grownup. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Sensory-Friendly Storytime Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children This quiet, slow-paced storytime is geared toward children who may be overwhelmed by a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be chosen with children with sensory sensitivities in mind. For ages 3-7 with a grownup. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Bark for Books Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library Age Group: Children Boost your child's confidence one tail wag at a time! Young readers can curl up with a friendly, certified therapy dog and practice reading aloud in a supportive environment. This program is presented in partnership with PAWSitive Therapy Troupe. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group Turning Pages Together Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, this book club offers a welcoming environment in which we explore our love of reading! Join us as we read and discuss a short story each month. Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Children's Program Room at 95th Street 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group English Read-Aloud Book Club Tuesday, February 3, 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. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group Out of this World Book Club Wednesday, February 4, 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. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime Friday, February 6, 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. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Dual Language Storytime: Urdu Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library Program Type: Storytime, World Language Age Group: Children Join us for our dual-language storytimes, where we celebrate cultures and languages from around the world! Enjoy books, songs, and rhymes perfect for families of all ages. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Sensory-Friendly Storytime Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children This quiet, slow-paced storytime is geared toward children who may be overwhelmed by a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be chosen with children with sensory sensitivities in mind. For ages 3-7 with a grownup. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Bark for Books Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library Age Group: Children Boost your child's confidence one tail wag at a time! Young readers can curl up with a friendly, certified therapy dog and practice reading aloud in a supportive environment. This program is presented in partnership with PAWSitive Therapy Troupe. View Details
This event is in the "Children" group Preschool Storytime Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Children's Program Room at 95th Street 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Volunteering Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm 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. View Details Registration Required