Event List

Snow Update

Due to the storm, the Library will be closed on Sunday, 1/25, and all programs will be canceled Sunday, 1/25 & Monday, 1/26. Please check back for updates.

Featured Events

Virtual Talking the Bill of Rights Series: History & Introduction to the Bill of Rights

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on January 23, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Lectures, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of the Semiquincentennial, former lawyers, now librarians, Mara Zonderman and Terry Lucas will host a series of eight classes, beginning in January, about the history and relevance of the Bill of Rights and its role in the founding of the

Curtain Up! Light the lights!

Broadway Bigs (Grades K-5)

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Children
Registration will close on January 24, 2026 @ 11:15am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this lively class, young participants engage in creative activities to explore the magic of theater.

Press Photo of Gene Casey.

Concert - Gene Casey

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on January 25, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local award-winning performer, legend and gentleman, Gene Casey returns to NSPL for an afternoon performance of rockabilly and country to R&B to swing music and his originals.

yoga mat and waterbottle on floor

Yoga: Ring in 2026

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Adult
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, & February 3, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Nonrefundable fee of $15 (cash/check) paid at in-person registration. Bring a yoga mat and dress in stretchy layered clothing.

Pink lotus flower

Sound Bath with Susan Ferro

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday, January 28, 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Photo of a Chicken a la Reine. Photo by Rob Scott.

Simply Creative Chef Rob

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adult
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Nonrefundable fee of $5 (cash/check) paid at in-person registration. Chef Rob is back and will demonstrate cooking his warm and delicious chicken ala reine soup paired with a healthy Mediterranean bean salad.

Leslie Goddard portrays Audrey Hepburn.

Virtual Audrey Hepburn: A Living History Portrayal

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Special Programs, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Actress and historian Leslie Goddard channels Audrey Hepburn in this captivating 1989 interview, where Hepburn reflects on her WWII childhood, Hollywood hits like Roman Holiday and Breakfast at Tiffany's, and her lasting commitme

Photograph by Alina Wilczynski.

Luminous Afterimages: A demonstration of Motion, Emotion & Light & Artist Reception

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

Everyone
Registration will close on February 1, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lectures, Special Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Light Painting Photography artist Alina Wilczynski, whose work that is currently on exhibit, invites you to be part of a mesmerizing interactive art experience.

Elmo

Elmo's Birthday Celebration (Pre-K, Ages 2-5 years with an adult)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we wish Happy Birthday to Elmo! Join us as we make an Elmo craft, sing songs, and have a special treat.

yoga mat and waterbottle on floor

Yoga: Ring in 2026

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Adult
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, & February 3, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Nonrefundable fee of $15 (cash/check) paid at in-person registration. Bring a yoga mat and dress in stretchy layered clothing.

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Cupid's Workshop (Pre-K, Ages 3-5 years with an adult)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Preschool
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Listen to stories about love, friendship and kindness and then create a variety of projects to gift or keep for Valentine’s Day.

Cartoon image of three people reading books near a giant stack of books

Afternoon Book Discussion (In-Library)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

This Month's Title: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov

Moderated by Professor William Schiavo, these in-person monthly discussions are open to all, no registration required.

Art supplies on a desk

Hug in a Mug (Grades 3-5)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, School Age
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Color your own picture that we will then be transferring onto mugs to keep!

SAT Prep

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
College/ Test Prep
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: College/ Test Prep
Registration Required
Event Details:

Non-refundable Program fee: $250 cash or check, in-person registration required.  

Sing, Read, and Play (Birth - 17 months with an adult)

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Infant and Toddler
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Infant and Toddler
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families will sing songs, read stories, and have fun playing with friends!

Tai Chi Flo #1

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Program Type:
Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fridays, January 23, 30, February 6, 13, & 20, 10:15 – 11:15 AM

Additional Information

Registration Fee Required

There's a fee to register for this program. 

Tai Chi Flo #2

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fridays, January 23, 30, February 6, 13, & 20, 10:15 – 11:15 AM

Additional Information

Registration Fee Required

There's a fee to register for this program. 

Juliet & Romeo dvd cover

Movie (a)

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:45pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Event Details:

We will be showing Juliet & Romeo. This movie is rated pg-13 and the run-time is approximately 2 hours & 2 minutes. Registration is not required. 

Creative Writing

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Ongoing, Other
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 14, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Ongoing, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Story Sparks provide inspiration for writing fact or fiction, poetry or prose.

Library Closed

All Day 2/15 - 2/16
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.

Virtual Mat Pilates

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Ongoing
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Ongoing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Mat Pilates

Mondays, January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, (no 9), 16 & 23, 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Virtual Breathe Together via Zoom

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Ongoing, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Ongoing, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Breathe Together 

Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 10:00 – 10:20 AM

Start your day with transformative breathing and meditation to relax into your day with clarity.

Community Service: Hooked-on-Crochet Drop In

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn one hour of community service and help run a crochet program with the Children’s Department. 

To volunteer, you must know how to crochet the single stitch, or sign up for a training session.

Hands crocheting a pink coaster

Hooked on Crochet Drop-In (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, School Age
Age Group:
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 17, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

No registration required. Visit us in the Children’s Room to practice the art of crochet and ask for tips from Miss Rachel. We’ll provide materials, or bring your own.

Emy McB performer. Woman holding an acoustic guitar.

Emy McB, Live Family Concert (All Ages with an adult)

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, Special Programs, Infant and Toddler, Preschool, School Age
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, Special Programs, Infant and Toddler, Preschool, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Emy McB as she performs sing-alongs of familiar tunes that will be fun for the whole family.

hot pink camelia paper flower

Paper Flowers: Camelias

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fee Programs, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 3, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Nonrefundable fee of $5 (cash/check) paid at in-person registration. Casey will lead you in this hands-on class to create several stems of the beautiful winter-blooming camelias.

Additional Information

Registration Fee Required

There's a fee to register for this program. 

Advanced Battle of the Books

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 10, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: YA Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Advanced Battle of the Books is a book trivia contest designed for Teens in grades 9-12. Join our team this year as we read The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas and Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus.

K-Pop Dance Class 3 K-Pop Characters

K-Pop Dance Master Class (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, School Age
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Obsessed with K-Pop? Join us in this special dance class where you will learn all the moves set to upbeat dance music! 

K-Pop Dance Class 3 K-Pop Characters

K-Pop Dance Master Class (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, School Age
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Obsessed with K-Pop? Join us in this special dance class where you will learn all the moves set to upbeat dance music! 

North Shore Public Library entrance with phone number contact 631-929-4488

Device Advice

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Computer/ Technology, Other
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer/ Technology, Other
Event Details:

DEVICE ADVICE

NSPL Cardholders only! Please bring your device and a Librarian will help you access the Library streaming products or assist with installing the Libby app to your device. No registration required. 

Press photo of Donna Nesteruk.

Sound Healing and Guided Meditation with Donna Nesteruk

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 3, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Musical instruments and crystal singing bowls produce powerful vibratory sound waves that move through the body like waves in water, stimulating and relaxing the body to instill a restorative, calming experience within. 

This is the book cover of Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.

Virtual Contemporary Fiction Book Discussion "Homegoing"

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 3, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 7:30 PM via Zoom

Ms Rachel impersonator pulling items out of a box

Ms. Rachel Experience (6 months - 6 years with an adult)

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Infant and Toddler, Preschool
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Infant and Toddler, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Ms. Rachel experience is a fun, interactive program that includes music, stories, and bubbles for little ones!

Ms Rachel impersonator pulling items out of a box

Ms. Rachel Experience (6 months - 6 years with an adult)

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Infant and Toddler, Preschool
Age Group:
Children
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on February 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Infant and Toddler, Preschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Ms. Rachel experience is a fun, interactive program that includes music, stories, and bubbles for little ones!