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Tales for 2s and 3s

Wednesday, April 15, 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! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 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, April 15, 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 adult caregivers, 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, April 15, 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 "Adults" group

Readers' Choice Book Club

Wednesday, April 15, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Pocket-Sized Rainbow Plushie

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Let's stitch up some happiness with a pocket-sized rainbow plushie! Keep it with you as a symbol of joy and positivity or share it with a friend to remind them of how special they are. For grades 2-5. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteering

Wednesday, April 15, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Around the World

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for fun craft sessions inspired by cultures from around the world! Each session will explore a different culture with a corresponding craft. No registration is required, but space is limited to 20 participants.

This event is in the "Children" group

Chinese Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 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, April 15, 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! Open to all ages.

This event is in the "Children" group

Dual Language Storytime: Chinese

Thursday, April 16, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Make It! Take It!

Thursday, April 16, 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, April 16, 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! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Tech Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Master a new technology topic each month at Senior Tech Club! Stay up-to-date with the latest tech trends and gain confidence in using your devices to make life easier. Can't make this session?

This event is in the "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Thursday, April 16, 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. 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

Thursday, April 16, 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

Make It! Take It!

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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 "Adults" group

Agatha Christie: A Body of Evidence

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Set in 1950, this first-person portrayal examines a turning point in Agatha Christie’s life as she begins her autobiography.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Storytime

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Spark curiosity and creativity as we explore STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through stories, songs, and hands-on activities! For ages 3-5 with a grownup.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Video Game Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Join other gamers to play and discuss your favorite video games like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros., and more. Bring your own Nintendo Switch and DS devices to share the fun with friends. For grades 4-7.

This event is in the "Children" group

Pokémon Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children

CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for a show-and-tell session.

This event is in the "Children" group

Book and Cookie Club

Thursday, April 16, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beyond Ancestry

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Go beyond Ancestry.com and explore free and budget-friendly online resources that make uncovering your genealogical history easier and more fun.

This event is in the "Children" group

Make It! Take It!

Friday, April 17, 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.