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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Virtual SBHS Health Series: Women's Heart Health

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures
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
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dr. John P.

Watercolor painting supplies

Reading is Sweet (Grades 3-5)

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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:

Create your own delicious cupcake painting using watercolor markers and puffy paint.

SAT Prep

Thursday, February 19, 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: Activity 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.  

Bananas Foster Pancake Tacos

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Cooking
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
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chef Rob Scott will teach us how to make bananas foster pancake tacos that we will then enjoy at the library! Please bring a water bottle to class.

children sitting listening to a story

Totally Two's Storytime (2 years with an adult)

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytimes, 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: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Infant and Toddler
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy this themed storytime where families will hear stories, sing songs, and create a simple craft.

Tai Chi Flo #1

Friday, February 20, 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 20, 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. 

Small Foot movie poster with a yeti waving

Popcorn & Pajamas (Ages 3 years - Grade 5 with an adult)

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Concerts/ Movies/ Portrayal, 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, Preschool, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon at the movies! Wear your coziest pajamas and bring your blankets as we watch Small Foot on our big screen. Families will enjoy popcorn and juice, and create a fun craft.

Dog resting head on a book that a child is reading

Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
Program Type:
Storytimes, 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
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for a 15-minute session. Read to a dog at the library! Come meet certified therapy dogs, Chloe and Ginger, and practice your reading skills in a stress-free environment!

Dog resting head on a book that a child is reading

Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Storytimes, 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
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for a 15-minute session. Read to a dog at the library! Come meet certified therapy dogs, Chloe and Ginger, and practice your reading skills in a stress-free environment!

Two infant girls playing with a toy

Stay & Play (6 - 35 months with an adult)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am
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:

Can’t make it to our daytime programs? Join us in this family-friendly weekend class. Enjoy manipulatives, building blocks, playtime with friends, a simple craft, and circle-time songs!

Dog resting head on a book that a child is reading

Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Storytimes, 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
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for a 15-minute session. Read to a dog at the library! Come meet certified therapy dogs, Chloe and Ginger, and practice your reading skills in a stress-free environment!

Dog resting head on a book that a child is reading

Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytimes, 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
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for a 15-minute session. Read to a dog at the library! Come meet certified therapy dogs, Chloe and Ginger, and practice your reading skills in a stress-free environment!

Trivia Afternoon (February)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Special Programs, Other
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: Special Programs, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready—something brand-new and fun is here! Think Inc. Trivia is bringing their high-energy, laugh-filled trivia experience straight to NSPL! Expect brain-teasing questions, lots of friendly competition, and plenty of laughs.

Virtual Mat Pilates

Monday, February 23, 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

AARP Safe Driver Course

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Program Type:
Fee Programs, Safe Driver Classes
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: Fee Programs, Safe Driver Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Must attend both sessions. Designed for adults over the age of 50 years. Bring your driver’s license and a check/money order for $30 made out to AARP to first class. No credit cards.

Virtual Gentle Stretch

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Type:
Ongoing, Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Ongoing, Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness
Registration Required
Banner says Snacks and Stories with books and a basket of snacks

Snacks and Stories (Grades K-2)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Storytimes, 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: Book Discussion, Storytimes, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this fun monthly book club where we will listen to stories, take part in a book discussion, then create a craft while enjoying a snack.

Introduction to the iPad and iPhone

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Computer/ Technology, Lectures
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: Computer/ Technology, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn all about Apple’s hottest gadget.

Virtual Breathe Together via Zoom

Tuesday, February 24, 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.

AARP Safe Driver Course

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Program Type:
Fee Programs, Safe Driver Classes
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: Fee Programs, Safe Driver Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Must attend both sessions. Designed for adults over the age of 50 years. Bring your driver’s license and a check/money order for $30 made out to AARP to first class. No credit cards.

Cookies & Bookies logo. Hands holding books and cookies

Cookies & Bookies (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Program Type:
Book Discussion, 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: Book Discussion, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register and pick up a copy of Lights, Camera, Cook! by Charise Mericle Harper in the Children’s Room to join in on this fun monthly book club.

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Tots Night Out (18 months - Pre-K, 5 years with an adult)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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:

Come join A Time for Kids in this fun and fast-paced preschool readiness program. Children and adults will work side by side through music, movement, fine and gross motor activities, as well as a storytime. End the class by making a fun craft!

Advanced Battle of the Books

Tuesday, February 24, 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.