Dec 24 - 25 2025 Library Closed All Day 12/24–12/25 Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Library Closed All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
Dec-Jan 2025 Library Closed All Day 12/31–1/1 Closing Dec-Jan 2025 Closing Library Closed All Day 12/31–1/1 Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Giant Game Day (3 years - Grade 5 with an adult) 1:00pm–3:00pm Children Gaming, School Age This event is in the "Children" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Giant Game Day (3 years - Grade 5 with an adult) 1:00pm–3:00pm Gaming, School Age Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming, School Age Event Details: No registration required. Families can drop into the library to play giant oversized games like chess, Connect 4, Jenga, Tetris, Twister, and more!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Baby Jamboree (Birth - 17 months with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Children Infant and Toddler Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Baby Jamboree (Birth - 17 months with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Infant and Toddler Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Infant and Toddler Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we sing songs and jam out with some musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue TEST Baby Jamboree 10:15am–11:00am Children Infant and Toddler Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue TEST Baby Jamboree 10:15am–11:00am Infant and Toddler Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Infant and Toddler Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we sing songs and jam out with some musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Little Movers and Makers (15 - 35 months with an adult) 1:00pm–1:45pm Children Infant and Toddler Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Little Movers and Makers (15 - 35 months with an adult) 1:00pm–1:45pm Infant and Toddler Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Infant and Toddler Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Explore & Create (Pre-K, 3-5 years with an adult) 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Explore & Create (Pre-K, 3-5 years with an adult) 2:00pm–2:45pm Preschool Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Preschool Registration Required Event Details: Children will enjoy music that will get them moving and grooving, followed by creating artwork that will make a beautiful keepsake. Crafting will focus on fine motor and sensory skills.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Author Adventure: Adam Rex (Grades K-2) 6:00pm–6:45pm Children School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Author Adventure: Adam Rex (Grades K-2) 6:00pm–6:45pm School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: School Age Registration Required Event Details: Listen to hilarious stories by author Adam Rex, then make your own bubble painting using a special technique. Dress for a mess.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed TEST Author Adventure: Adam Rex (Grades K-2) 6:00pm–6:45pm Children School Age Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed TEST Author Adventure: Adam Rex (Grades K-2) 6:00pm–6:45pm School Age Open Registration will close on December 31, 2025 @ 9:00pm. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: School Age Registration Required Event Details: Listen to hilarious stories by author Adam Rex, then make your own bubble painting using a special technique.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Clay Mosaics (Grades 3-5) 4:45pm–5:30pm Children Arts & Crafts, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Clay Mosaics (Grades 3-5) 4:45pm–5:30pm Arts & Crafts, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, School Age Registration Required Event Details: Using air dry clay and shiny glass tiles, we will design our own clay mosaics.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Quiet Book Club (Grades 3-5) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Book Discussion, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Quiet Book Club (Grades 3-5) 6:00pm–7:00pm Book Discussion, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Discussion, School Age Registration Required Event Details: Take part in our Quiet Book Club! Bring your book of choice, or pick out a book recommended by our librarians and find a cozy spot. Read your book while enjoying snacks and music – no discussion required!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Drama with Your Mama (Pre-K, Ages 2-5 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Children Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Drama with Your Mama (Pre-K, Ages 2-5 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Preschool Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Preschool Registration Required Event Details: This interactive program aims to engage the youngest performers, building confidence and skill through acting, music and dance.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Road Trip USA: Iowa (Grades K-2) 4:45pm–5:30pm Children School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Road Trip USA: Iowa (Grades K-2) 4:45pm–5:30pm School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: School Age Registration Required Event Details: Explore the Midwest and learn all about the state of Iowa, where Jolly Time Popcorn was created! Create a craft and enjoy a popcorn snack.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Totally Two's Storytime (2 years with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Children Storytimes Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Totally Two's Storytime (2 years with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Storytimes Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy this themed storytime where families will hear stories, sing songs, and create a simple craft.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Children Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 10:15am–11:00am Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Event Details: Join in the fun and stuff your very own plush Stardust Unicorn, perfect for snuggling this winter!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Stay & Play (6 - 35 months with an adult) 10:15am–11:30am Children Infant and Toddler Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Stay & Play (6 - 35 months with an adult) 10:15am–11:30am Infant and Toddler Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration Required Event Details: Join in the fun and stuff your very own plush Stardust Unicorn, perfect for snuggling this winter!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 2:15pm–3:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Winter-Pal Workshop (3 - 10 years with an adult) 2:15pm–3:00pm Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Programs, Preschool, School Age Registration Required Event Details: Join in the fun and stuff your very own plush Stardust Unicorn, perfect for snuggling this winter!
Jan 18 - 19 2026 Library Closed All Day 1/18–1/19 Closing Jan 18 - 19 2026 Closing Library Closed All Day 1/18–1/19 Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Library Musical Chairs (Grades K-2) 4:45pm–5:30pm Children Book Discussion, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Library Musical Chairs (Grades K-2) 4:45pm–5:30pm Book Discussion, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Discussion, School Age Registration Required Event Details: Play musical chairs with a twist! When the music stops, browse the book on your chair to see if it interests you. Discover a new book you might not have read before!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Tots Night Out (18 months - Pre-K, 5 years with an adult) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Infant and Toddler, Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Tots Night Out (18 months - Pre-K, 5 years with an adult) 6:00pm–7:00pm Infant and Toddler, Preschool Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Infant and Toddler, Preschool Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Cookies & Bookies (Grades 3-5) 4:45pm–5:30pm Children Book Discussion, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Cookies & Bookies (Grades 3-5) 4:45pm–5:30pm Book Discussion, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. 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 Mighty Jack by Ben Hatke in the Children’s Room to join in on this fun monthly book club. Kids will read the book, then attend the program for a booktalk, games, prizes, and cookies.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Winter Beach Party (3 - 5 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Children Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Winter Beach Party (3 - 5 years with an adult) 11:15am–12:00pm Preschool Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Preschool Registration Required Event Details: Bring your beach towel and join us as we escape from the winter chill with an indoor beach party!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5) 10:00am–10:15am Children Storytimes, School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5) 10:00am–10:15am Storytimes, School Age Registration will open on January 2, 2026 @ 9:30am. 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!
