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 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 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 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 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 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 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5) 10:15am–10:30am 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) 10:15am–10:30am 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5) 10:30am–10:45am 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) 10:30am–10:45am 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-5) 10:45am–11:00am 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) 10:45am–11:00am 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Broadway Bigs (Grades K-5) 11:15am–12:00pm Children School Age Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Broadway Bigs (Grades K-5) 11:15am–12:00pm 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: In this lively class, young participants engage in creative activities to explore the magic of theater.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Hooked on Crochet Drop-In (Grades 3-5) 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, School Age This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Hooked on Crochet Drop-In (Grades 3-5) 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts, School Age Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, School Age 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Family LEGO Day Drop-In (3 years - Grade 5 with an adult) 11:00am–12:30pm Children Gaming, Preschool, School Age This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Family LEGO Day Drop-In (3 years - Grade 5 with an adult) 11:00am–12:30pm Gaming, Preschool, School Age Library Branch: North Shore Public Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming, Preschool, School Age Event Details: No registration required. Bring the whole family to our special LEGO Day! Families will work together to make their own creations or everyone can build individually.
Feb 15 - 16 2026 Library Closed All Day 2/15–2/16 Closing Feb 15 - 16 2026 Closing Library Closed All Day 2/15–2/16 Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
Apr 5 2026 Sun Library Closed All Day Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.
May 3 2026 Sun Library Closed All Day Closing May 3 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: North Shore Public Library Description: The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.
