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Building a Strong Online Presence

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur looking to boost your online visibility and reach more customers?

Virtual Event

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.

Coffee and Networking

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Grab a cup of coffee and join us for our monthly networking event, where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others in the local business community.

Nichols Library Closed until 1 p.m.

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Nichols Library

Nichols Library will have a delayed opening due to the St. Patrick's Day parade and race. The Library will open at 1 p.m. Naper Blvd. Library and 95th Street Library will open...

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So, You Want to Start a Business?

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Are you thinking about starting your own business? Join us for an interactive session where you'll assess your entrepreneurial skills and explore key questions every aspiring business owner should answer.

Registration Required

Coffee and Networking

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Grab a cup of coffee and join us for our monthly networking event, where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others in the local business community.

Library Closed

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

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5.

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NaperLaunch Academy: Starting a Business

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a four-week series where budding entrepreneurs will learn how to develop their business concept, create a unique value proposition, and explore funding strategies, pricing models, and break-even analysis.

Registration Required

NaperLaunch Academy: Starting a Business

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a four-week series where budding entrepreneurs will learn how to develop their business concept, create a unique value proposition, and explore funding strategies, pricing models, and break-even analysis.

Registration Required

NaperLaunch Academy: Starting a Business

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a four-week series where budding entrepreneurs will learn how to develop their business concept, create a unique value proposition, and explore funding strategies, pricing models, and break-even analysis.

Registration Required

NaperLaunch Academy: Starting a Business

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a four-week series where budding entrepreneurs will learn how to develop their business concept, create a unique value proposition, and explore funding strategies, pricing models, and break-even analysis.

Registration Required

Coffee and Networking

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Coworking Space at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adults

Grab a cup of coffee and join us for our monthly networking event, where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others in the local business community.

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.

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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.

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Library Closed

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

 All Library locations will be closed on Saturday, July 4 for Independence Day.

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Nichols Library Closed

All Day
Nichols Library

Nichols Library will be closed on Friday, Sept. 4 and Saturday, Sept. 5 due to Last Fling. All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labo...

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Nichols Library Closed

All Day
Nichols Library

Nichols Library will be closed on Friday, Sept. 4 and Saturday, Sept. 5 due to Last Fling. All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labo...

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Library Closed

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

All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day. The Library will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. 

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Library Closed

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

All Library locations will be closed on Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day. The Library will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. 

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Library Closing Early: 5 p.m.

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

All locations will close early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25 and will remain closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26.

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Library Closed

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

All locations will close early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25 and will remain closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26.

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Library Closed

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

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

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Library Closed

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

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

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Library Closing Early: 5 p.m.

Thursday, December 31, 2026 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 Thursday, Dec. 31, remain closed on Friday, Jan. 1, and will reopen at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2.

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