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Tales for 2s and 3s

Tuesday, February 24, 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

Baby Storytime and Play

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street 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

Tuesday, February 24, 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, February 24, 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

Robot Rumble

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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 "Children" group

Make It! Take It!

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
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 "Adults" group

Video Editing for Social Media

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Take your social media to the next level! Learn how to make your videos look amazing with affordable tools and simple tricks to create eye-catching content. No registration is required, but space is limited to 10 participants.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room 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 "Adults" group

Estate Planning Explained

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a comprehensive overview of the estate planning process from start to finish. We'll explore the importance of planning, examine common techniques, and review the essential documents involved in estate planning.

This event is in the "Children" group

Music and Movement

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun, interactive program where grownups and their little ones can enjoy music and movement together as we play instruments, sing songs, and move to the music! For ages all ages with a grownup. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tales for 2s and 3s

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B 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

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 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

Wednesday, February 25, 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

Make It! Take It!

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols 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!

This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafternoon: Heart Embroidery Sampler

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Spend the afternoon with us as you learn a variety of fun embroidery stitches and create your own heart-themed sampler. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 20 participants.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering: Button Making

Wednesday, February 25, 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!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group

Chinese Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages.

This event is in the "Children" group

Spanish Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Spanish, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities for all ages! Open to all ages.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Turning Pages Together

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group

Make It! Take It!

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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

Tales for 2s and 3s

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B 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 "Adults" group

Genealogy Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're just getting started or facing challenges with a tricky branch of your family tree, our Genealogy team is here to answer your questions as you dive into your family history!