Closed for Thanksgiving 🦃

The library will close early at 5pm on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and will remain closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Gobble up some good reads before the holiday—we’ll reopen on Saturday, Nov. 30!

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Tiny Bookshelf

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Print out the covers of your favorite books and make some tiny books for a tiny bookshelf! All supplies to make the tiny books and shelf are provided.

Cancelled
Required

Library Closed at 5:00 PM for Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries close at 5:00 PM on Wednesday November 27 for Thanksgiving.

Closing

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries are closed Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving.

Closing

Small Business Saturday Winter Wonderland

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creative Play
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Small Business Saturday and warm up with some festive winter themed crafts and activities that will delight people of all ages!

Used Book Sale!

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Pick up your Winter Reading log to kick off the season—and don’t forget to stop by our Used Book Sale in the library lobby, featuring cozy reads to enjoy all winter long!  Pre...

Library Closed for Staff Training

All Day
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries are closed on Thursday, December 5, to accommodate staff training.

Closing
50th anniversary logo

Celebrating 50 Years as a Library District

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

You're Invited For Our 50th Anniversary Celebration!Join us in celebrating the rich history and bright future of our library district. Enjoy a reception and explore an exhibit show...

Warmest Wreath Wishes

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Get ready for Holly-Jolly Season by creating a whimsical 12" round wreath out of paper. Use of hot tools required for this program.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholders.

Required

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family
Event Details:

Illinois Libraries Present Raina Telgemeier, author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. She also ...

Virtual Event

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

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

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

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
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
Mario in a racing kart zooming away on a colorful road having a blast!

Mario Kart Racing

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Let's do a couple of laps of racing fun with a favorite character of yours!

Required

Sublimation Basics: Creating Vibrant Prints

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Unlock your creativity with sublimation printing! Learn how to create vibrant, long-lasting prints on variety of surface, including fabrics and ceramics. Use of hot tools requir...

Required

Mastering the Silhouette Cameo: A Beginner's Guide (RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY 23)

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY 23Learn the fundamentals of Silhouette Studio and discover how to create stunning designs for a variety of projects.Familiarity and use of computers requir...

Required
moss ball in a jar

Pet Moss Ball

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Design a moss-terpiece and bring home a unique, low-maintenance buddy! Tweens/teens can either attend this program in-person or sign up for a take-home craft.  Take-home cr...

Required
Jerry from Do Art Productions with two children

Comic Book Workshop

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Live Performance
Age Group:
School Age, Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Join our comic book workshop with Do Art Productions to unleash your creativity and learn the art of visual storytelling! This program is for kids only. Please register just the...

Required

Beaded Lizard Keychain

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Make a 90s-style beaded lizard keychain and team up to create a giant version with pool noodles. Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholders. 

Required

Unlock Your Creativity with Cricut Access

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore the possibilities of the Cricut Access platform. Learn how to use this versatile tool design and cut a variety of materials, from vinyl to paper. Familiarity and use of ...

Required
teen with paintbrushes

Brush It Off!

Thursday, February 6, 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
Mario in a racing kart zooming away on a colorful road having a blast!

Mario Kart Racing

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Let's do a couple of laps of racing fun with a favorite character of yours!

Required