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Snow Day Celebration

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children

Cozy up for a special winter storytime filled with snowy tales and lively songs to help you warm up on a chilly day! We'll even create our own snowflake craft, the kind that won't melt in your hands.

Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

The Library will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 25. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26. 

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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

The Library will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 25. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26. 

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Library Closing Early: 5 p.m.

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

In recognition of New Year's Day, the Library will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, remain closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.

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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

In recognition of New Year's Day, the Library will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, remain closed on Jan. 1, and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.

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Teen DIY: Painted Winter Owls

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Owl you need is a little creativity to turn an ordinary pebble into a perfectly painted winter owl. For grades 6-12. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Teen DIY: Winter Perler Beads

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Snowmen, penguins, and mittens, oh my! Join us to make your own winter-inspired Perler bead design. For grades 6-12.

Celebration Storytime

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Winter Fun
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.

Celebration Storytime

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

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

Tween Winter Olympic Games

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Games, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Gear up for the Winter Olympics with games inspired by your favorite cold-weather sports, including snowboarding, cross-country skiing, curling, and more. For grades 4-8.

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.

Celebration Storytime

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Winter Fun
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.

Celebration Storytime

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children

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

Snow Day Celebration

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children

Cozy up for a special winter storytime filled with snowy tales and lively songs to help you warm up on a chilly day! We'll even create our own snowflake craft, the kind that won't melt in your hands.

Tween Winter Olympic Games

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Games, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Gear up for the Winter Olympics with games inspired by your favorite cold-weather sports, including snowboarding, cross-country skiing, curling, and more. For grades 4-8.

Tween Winter Olympic Games

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Gear up for the Winter Olympics with games inspired by your favorite cold-weather sports, including snowboarding, cross-country skiing, curling, and more. For grades 4-8.

Winter Sports Trivia

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Games, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate the Winter Olympics by putting your sports smarts to the test. Dive into fun trivia about all kinds of winter games and see if you have what it takes to be the ultimate MVP! For grades 3-6.

Winter Sports Trivia

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Games, Winter Fun
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate the Winter Olympics by putting your sports smarts to the test. Dive into fun trivia about all kinds of winter games and see if you have what it takes to be the ultimate MVP! For grades 3-6.

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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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5.

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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. We'll see you again when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26 at 9 a.m.

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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. We'll see you again when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26 at 9 a.m.

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Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

 All Library locations will be closed on Saturday, July 4 for Independence Day.

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Nichols Library Closed

All Day
Nichols Library

Nichols Library will be closed on Friday, Sept. 4 and Saturday, Sept. 5 due to Last Fling. All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labo...

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