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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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
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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!

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Splendors of the Vatican Museums with Jeff Mishur

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Art historian Jeff Mishur will discuss art in the Vatican Museums including works by Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael and Caravaggio and will examine objects from the Early Christia...

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Behind the Scenes: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Go behind the scenes of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and dive into the world of the Griswold family with Chicago Movie Tours! You'll challenge your knowledge of the mov...

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unlock the Secrets to Financial Freedom: A Transformative Workshop

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by debt? Do you dream of taking back control over your credit and ultimately, your life? Join us for an empowering workshop that promises to ch...

Required

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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Friday, December 6, 2024 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
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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...

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Cookie Exchange

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Food & Drink
Age Group:
Family, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for this fun holiday program! Bring a batch of your favorite home-made cookies, and a copy of the recipe, to share and exchange with fellow baking enthusiasts. Hot choco...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Great British Baking Tour: Holiday Edition

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Food & Drink, Travel
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join UK travel/relocation consultant and former UK resident Claire Evans, author of “High Tea and the Low Down,” for a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great Bri...

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Food For Thought Cookbook Book Club: Holiday Helpers

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Northfield Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Adults
Food For Thought Book Club:

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Check out one of the spotlighted cookbooks, try some recipes and bring a dish to share.  The books are available...

Event Details:

Food Gifts: 150+ Irresistible Recipes for Crafting Personalized Presents, by Elle Simone Scott    The Side Dish Bible: 1001 Perfect Recipes for Every Vegetable, R...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Financial Planning Appointment

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Financial Planning Appointment:

Do you have questions about how to invest, budget, or safeguard your finances? Schedule a free, one-hour in-person consultation with a Certified Financial Planner®. Preference give...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Financial Planning Appointment

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Financial Planning Appointment:

Do you have questions about how to invest, budget, or safeguard your finances? Schedule a free, one-hour in-person consultation with a Certified Financial Planner®. Preference give...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Clue: A Mystery Book Club (Hybrid)

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Northfield Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Clue - A Mystery Book Club:

Join a lively discussion about all types of mystery books, ranging from true crime, dark thrillers, police procedurals and historical mysteries.

Event Details:

Join in person or on Zoom. Please register to receive the Zoom link on the date of the discussion. This month's book is The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sit & Knit

Thursday, December 12, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warmest Wreath Wishes

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get into the Holly-Jolly spirit by crafting a whimsical wreath made entirely out of paper! Use of hot tools required for this program.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholde...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Weirdest Birds Ever

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn about the weirdest birds on our planet.  These birds showcase the incredible diversity and weirdness of the avian world, each with unique adaptations that make them trul...

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Friday, December 13, 2024 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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Meal Prep

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northfield Library
Program Type:
Food & Drink
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of meal prepping with Chef Amy. She'll share sample menus, easy recipes, as well as helpful resources (websites, cookbooks, podcasts) to help get meals on the tabl...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Instructions to join virtually: https://www.wnpld.org/about/board/meetings

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Christmas on State Street with Leslie Goddard

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For decades, Christmas in Chicago meant a trip or two to State Street. This new lecture explores the history of Christmas at the big department stores stores on State Street. Histo...

Required
Virtual Event