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Family Storytime

Wednesday, May 20, 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 "Adults" group

Readers' Choice Book Club

Wednesday, May 20, 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 "Teens" group

Exam Cram

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Age Group:
Teens

Swing by the Library for some tasty treats and a dedicated spot to hit the books during exam week! We have group study tables, free Wi-Fi, and even reference help if you need a little extra brain power. For grades 9-12.

This event is in the "Children" group

Shakes, Quakes, and Animal Superpowers

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children

Get ready to feel the rumble and follow your instincts as we discover how animals sense danger before earthquakes and other natural events.

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

Craft Around the World

Wednesday, May 20, 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 and a corresponding craft. No registration is required, but space is limited to 20 participants.

This event is in the "Children" group

Chinese Storytime

Wednesday, May 20, 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, May 20, 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: Russian

Thursday, May 21, 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 "Adults" group

Senior Tech Club

Thursday, May 21, 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, May 21, 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 "Adults" group

Death-Defying Acts: The History of the Circus

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Barnum may be the biggest name under the big top, but he was only a small part of the circus story.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Exam Cram

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Space (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Age Group:
Teens

Swing by the Library for some tasty treats and a dedicated spot to hit the books during exam week! We have group study tables, free Wi-Fi, and even reference help if you need a little extra brain power. For grades 9-12.

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

Video Game Club

Thursday, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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 "Children" group

Celebration Storytime

Friday, May 22, 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, May 22, 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

Celebration Storytime

Saturday, May 23, 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, May 23, 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!

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.

Closing

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.

Closing
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 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 "Teens" group

Exam Cram

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen Space (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Teens

Swing by the Library for some tasty treats and a dedicated spot to hit the books during exam week! We have group study tables, free Wi-Fi, and even reference help if you need a little extra brain power. For grades 9-12.