Holiday Closures

We will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, as well as Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year.

Friends of the Library

Friends building banner

Join Us in Support of the Library District We Love!

The Friends of the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District is a not-for-profit organization of people who share a belief that a strong public library is essential for a thriving community. This special group of volunteers works to enrich and enhance the library experience for the residents of the Library District.

Friends Sponsored Library Events and Programs

District programs funded all or in part by Friends of the Library support include:

  • Summer and winter reading programs
  • Historical and dramatic performances
  • Art, travel, food, and cooking programs
  • Studio and craft programs
  • Cultural and educational lectures
  • Animal, nature, and science programs
Friends of the Library logo

Donate to the Friends of the Library

Annual, memorial, honorary and other donations are accepted throughout the year. Donations can be made via PayPal through our website or mailed to the library. If you wish to make a memorial donation, please enter the details into the Notes field when submitting your donation. For more information regarding donations, please contact Executive Library Director Monica Dombrowski at mdombrowski@wnpld.org.

To date, the Friends have raised over $300,000. The Friends are recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Come Join Us!

The Friends are seeking new members to help us in our efforts! This vibrant group meets three times per year and members must be Winnetka, Northfield, or Kenilworth residents. If you are interested, please contact friendsofwnpld@gmail.com.