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.

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Experience Little Women: The Musical at Home!

12/20/2024 @ 2:00pm to 12/22/2024 @ 11:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Author Events, Live Performance, Other
Age Group:
School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Watch a recording of the classic story adapted for the stage! Enjoy this pre-recorded, virtual showing of Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-ce...

Virtual Event

Library Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries are closed Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, for Christmas Eve and Christmas.

Closing
A rectangular basket filled with yarn balls in a wide variety of colors, and two wooden knitting needles.

Sit & Knit

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come hang out with fellow knitters in the Northfield Community Room! All levels of experience are welcome.  Basic supplies will be available, and a library staff member wil...

Required

Library Closed for New Year's

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries are closed Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1, for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Closing
Isabel Raci yoga pose on chair holding umbrella and smiling in the rain

Chair Yoga

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Chair Yoga:

Join instructor Isabel Raci,C-IAYT, for a session of gentle chair yoga and guided meditation. Tune in to stretch,breathe, gain flexibility, and strengthen the body in an accessible...

Required
Virtual Event

Funky Monster Friend

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Learn hand sewing basics and own your creativity while creating a felt monster. Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholders. 

Required

Family Storytime

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Singing, dancing, stories, and more! Ages 0-5 with Adult

mah jongg tiles on table

Mah Jongg

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn to play Mah Jongg! Mah Jongg is a rummy-like strategy game played with tiles. Great for beginners or those who want a refresher, instructor Sylvia Taflove will cover the basi...

Required

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Singing, dancing, stories, and more! Ages 0-5 with Adult.

Move & Play

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of music, movement, and a story for kids 5 and under with their caregivers. Optional stay and play until 11 after we get our wiggles out!   Ages...

pink and green shredded play foam

After School Free Play

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Creative Play
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Join us after school for an hour of interactive free play. This program is sure to be a little messy (and fun!) so wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!  Ages 3+ with ...

Laura Ingalls Wilder, The Real Story: A Dramatic Portrayal

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Live Performance
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you know Laura Ingalls Wilder? Not the girl from the books or the woman from the television, but the real Laura Wilder. In this presentation, you will hear the real history...

Required
Virtual Event

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Listen to stories and songs with your baby! Ages 0-18 months with adult.

Baby Move & Play

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a shorter storytime followed by an optional tummy time! Ages 0-18 months with caregiver. 

yellow paper crown with multicolor gems and paper cutouts

Art Play

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creative Play
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Join us to explore art and creativity with self-directed stations for little ones. Ages 0-4 with Adult

iPhone/iPad Series: Editing Videos on your iPhone or iPad

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Your iPhone/iPad is a powerful video camera. This class will teach how to use your device to edit your videos. Cut out parts you don’t want, add transitions, combine videos into a ...

Required
Virtual Event

Construction Party

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Creative Play
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon celebration of all things construction!   Ages 2+ with Adult

Computer Basics

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Technology, The Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you new to computers? This introductory class will provide you with the essential skills to get started. Learn how to open files, navigate your computer's interface, and perfor...

Required

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Singing, dancing, stories, and more! Ages 0-5 with Adult.

Kids dancing to music with notes in the air.

Move & Groove

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

No time for sitting as we’re going to dance and sing the whole time to songs for kids and grown-ups!  Ages 0-5 with Adult. 

A rectangular basket filled with yarn balls in a wide variety of colors, and two wooden knitting needles.

Sit & Knit

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come hang out with fellow knitters in the Northfield Community Room! All levels of experience are welcome.  Basic supplies will be available, and a library staff member wil...

Required
teen with paintbrushes

Brush It Off!

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy light beverages as you unwind and make art in a relaxed, fun environment with your friends!

Required

Illinois Libraries Present Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Author Events, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Illinois Libraries Present Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work. Steve is host of th...

Virtual Event

Family Storytime

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Event Details:

Singing, dancing, stories, and more! Ages 0-5 with Adult