Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Location
Registration Type

Primary tabs

Library Closed

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

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26. 

Closing

Library Closed

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

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26. 

Closing
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Volunteering

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (95th Street) at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens, gain valuable experience while earning service hours by volunteering at the Library! Join us to help sort books, prepare craft kits, and more. To log your volunteer hours, p...

Required
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

La Hora de Cuentos

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

¡Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en español!  Immerse your kids in a new language or ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Chinese Storytime

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Can't stay up until midnight? Celebrate with us as we countdown to noon instead and welcome 2025 in style! Enjoy a festive New Year's Eve craft and some exciting surprises. Crafts ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Can't stay up until midnight? Celebrate with us as we countdown to noon instead and welcome 2025 in style! Enjoy a festive New Year's Eve craft and some exciting surprises. Crafts ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Can't stay up until midnight? Celebrate with us as we countdown to noon instead and welcome 2025 in style! Enjoy a festive New Year's Eve craft and some exciting surprises. Crafts ...

Library Closing Early: 5 p.m.

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

In recognition of New Year's Day, the Library will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, remain closed on Jan. 1, and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2.

Closing

Library Closed

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

In recognition of New Year's Day, the Library will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, remain closed on Jan. 1, and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2.

Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee & Networking

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly networking event, where you can grab a cup of coffee and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, small business owners, and members of the local business communi...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A Day at the Fair with Daniel Burnham

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Step back in time with Chicago architect and Director of Works for the 1893 Columbian Exposition, Daniel Burnham. Spend a day at the fair as Burnham guides you through the awe...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pokémon Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for show-and-tell session. Whether you...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Laura Doherty Concert

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Get ready to jump, dance, and move to the music with the talented Laura Doherty!  Known for her catchy melodies and folk-inspired tunes, Laura creates an energetic atmosphere ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Dual Language Storytime: Spanish

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation fo...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Kit: Positivity Box

All Day
All Locations
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate mental wellness by creating your very own positivity box. This kit includes step-by-step instructions to help you construct a box that opens to reveal uplifting affirmati...