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Dual Language Storytime: Spanish

Saturday, January 3, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Community Cookbook: Game Day Grub

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Have a go-to game day snack or crowd-pleasing treat? Send us your favorite recipes to be featured in our Game Day Grub community cookbook! Participants will receive a Google Form and submission details by email on Jan. 5. Recipes are due by Jan.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Monday, January 5, 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, January 5, 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 "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Robot Rumble

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Let's get ready to rumble! Design and code an Edison robot then battle it out against other bots in our battle ring. For grades 3-5. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 20 participants.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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 "Children" group

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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

Tuesday, January 6, 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 "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 "Children" group

Mission Bee Bot

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Learn the ins and outs of these cute little bee robots, then code your way to the middle of a maze. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to find your way back out again! For grades K-2.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen DIY: Vision Board Journals

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Set your intentions for the new year by creating a vision board on the front of a journal!

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 "Children" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 7, 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

Sounds of Science

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Come make some noise with us and explore how music works! Learn the science behind sound, then design and build your own simple instruments. For grades K-5.

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more.

Registration Required
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 "Children" group

Mini Masterpieces

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special baby storytime where you can craft a one-of-a-kind handprint or footprint keepsake! Enjoy engaging stories and songs while creating a memorable piece of art to take home or gift to a loved one.

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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 "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.