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Make It! Take It!

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Friday, April 3, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Storytime and Play

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Community Room at Nichols 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

One-derful Storytime and Play

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for 1-year-olds. 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 "Adults" group

Smartphone Photography for Beginners

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

The best camera you have is the camera that you have in hand. Learn how to take better photos with your smartphone by mastering camera features, understanding composition principles, and using basic photo editing apps.

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, April 3, 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

Float Your Boat

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Discover the science behind what makes a boat float and sail through water, then put your ideas to the test! With the help of your crew, you’ll design, build, and experiment with different shapes and structures to create a seaworthy vessel.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering: By the People

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens

Earn volunteer hours by helping to transcribe Library of Congress documents. Through the website By the People, teen volunteers will create and review transcriptions to improve search, access, and discovery of pages from United States history.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Oud Music and Storytelling

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Join Ronnie Malley for a night of music featuring his Middle Eastern lute, the Oud. Ronnie uses music to bridge his own American and Palestinian identities and make connections with people from other cultures throughout his performances.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen DIY: Book Decorating

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Give your books a glow-up and judge them proudly by their covers! Paint book edges, bedazzle covers, and add your creative flair to turn ordinary books into one-of-a-kind treasures.
This event is in the "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols 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 "Children" group

Family Storytime

Saturday, April 4, 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

Dual Language Storytime: Spanish

Saturday, April 4, 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-languge storytimes, where we celebrate cultures and languages from around the world! Enjoy books, songs, and rhymes perfect for families of all ages.

Library Closed

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

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5.

Closing
This event is in the "Children" group

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, April 6, 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

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. 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

Tales for 2s and 3s

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A 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! 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

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Community Room at Nichols 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

Monday, April 6, 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, April 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 "Children" group

Tummy Time Stories and Play

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for babies under a year old!

This event is in the "Children" group

Sing, Sign, and Play

Monday, April 6, 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Practice Test: SAT

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Teens

High school students are invited to take a full-length simulated SAT practice test using LearningExpress Library. For grades 9-12. *Registration required

Registration Required