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LIBRARY CLOSED for Independence Day
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Preschool Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.
Note: This is an in-person storytime. Tickets will be available the morning of storytime on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be retrieved at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library. Please note: Masks are recommended for all participants aged 2 and older for this Early Childhood program.
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Mirror Painting (In-Person)
Paint a frame, animal friend, or nature decoration on a mirror using acrylic paints. Let your creative choices shine! Ages 10
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The History of Stevie Wonder (Virtual)
American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder had a stunningly long list of huge hits in the 60's, 70's & 80's. Using performance and interview clips, music historian Gary Wenstrup will trace the arc of Stevie’s amazing career to help us gain a deeper understanding of one of America’s national treasures.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Baby Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for you and your new baby. Ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver.
Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Find Your Favorite Podcast (Virtual)
Podcasts are free shows that are similar to radio or TV episodes. They cover many genres, from news and politics, to sports, comedy, celebrity culture, and entertainment. Learn about the podcast landscape and how to enjoy them.
This is an online course hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program.
Category: Technology
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The Art of Paul Cezanne with Jeff Mishur (Virtual)
Together with his colleague Camille Pissarro and his dealer Amboise Vollard, Paul Cézanne sought to challenge the conservative art world of late 19th century Paris. Eventually, he moved beyond Impressionism and inspired a new generation of modernists. In this virtual presentation, art historian Jeff Mishur discusses Cézanne's innovative approach to traditional subjects, including still life, landscape and the nude.
The preseneter does not allow recording of his programs.
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Baby Builders (In-Person)
Enjoy free play with foam blocks and other building and play materials for our youngest friends. An opportunity to socialize and make new friends. Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Toddler Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for singing, dancing, and stories for your toddler! Ages 18 months-3-years-old with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Music & Movement (In-Person)
Listen, dance, sing & share in the music! Teacher Dan from Top Note Music Academy will share music through a variety of popular songs, fingerplays, bodywork & movement activities. Each class will include live music and a variety of instruments. Ages 0-4 with parent/caregiver.
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Exercise with Be40Strong (In-Person)
Join us for group personal training designed for students over the age of 60. Learn how to exercise safely and get stronger. Perfect for students ranging from beginners to consistent exercisers. We will adapt the program to fit the needs of each individual.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Vinyl T-shirt Iron-Ons
Create vinyl iron-on to decorate your soon-to-be favorite shirt.
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Vinyl T-shirt Iron-Ons
Create vinyl iron-on to decorate your soon-to-be favorite shirt.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Books and Bugs (In-Person)
Celebrate all things creepy crawly with this bug-themed program. We'll craft, read stories, and explore the outdoors for buggy friends.
Youth Summer Event
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Customize a Metal Pendant or Ring
Make fashion statement jewelry using vinyl decals and blank rings. This program is available on a first come, first served basis while space and supplies last.
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Food For Thought Cookbook Book Club: Salad Days (In-Person)
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 for checkout at the library and through Hoopla, when available.
Saladish, by Ilene Rosen
https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/12077093
The Complete Summer Cookbook, by America’s Test Kitchen
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Financial Planning Appointment (In Person)
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®. Appointments are limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library Card holders. Register
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Preschool Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.
Note: This is an in-person storytime. Tickets will be available the morning of storytime on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be retrieved at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library. Please note: Masks are recommended for all participants aged 2 and older for this Early Childhood program.
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Financial Planning Appointment (In Person)
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®. Appointments are limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library Card holders. Register
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Dungeons & Dragons (In-Person)
A darkness spreads through Ravenloft causing its people to suffer. Join other brave adventurers to fight back evil and complete quests. Rise through the Guild ranks to obtain great power and treasure. Age 10
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How to Declutter Your Home and Get Organized (In-Person)
As seen on Live with Kelly & Ryan, Ali Wenzke shares tips on how to declutter your home and get organized. Author of The Art of Happy Moving and Realtor with Baird & Warner in Winnetka, Ali will inspire you to do a full-home makeover.
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Clue: A Mystery Book Club (Hybrid)
This event will by Hybrid (Northfield Library & Virtual)
Led by Melissa Morgan.
This month's selection is The Last Agent by Robert Dugoni. Pick up a book from the library or download the ebook on Libby by Overdrive.
If you have not used Libby or would like assistance using those services, please visit https://www.winnetkalibrary.org/connect/ask-us.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Baby Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for you and your new baby. Ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver.
Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Digitizing and Archiving Family Photos (Virtual)
Do you have tubs of old family pictures sitting in your basement, or slides that mom and dad took to document your childhood? Learn how to easily digitize photos and slides and share them with your family.
This is an online course hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program.
Category: Technology
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Crafternoon!- Summer Camp Edition (In-Person)
Join us for an afternoon crafting fun. Stay the whole time or drop in when you’d like!
Youth Summer Event
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True Story Nonfiction Book Club (Virtual)
This event is virtual and will take place on Zoom. Discuss critically acclaimed nonfiction books with us. Find out for yourself that sometimes fact truly is stranger than fiction. This quarter's discussion will have guest speaker, Kim Hassenfeld, Clinical Director of the Counseling Center of the North Shore, lend her expertise on mental health.
This quarter's selection: Broken (In the Best Possible Way) by Jenny Lawson
Book summary: "From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Furiously Happy and Let’s Pretend This Never Happened comes a deeply relatable book filled with humor and honesty about depression and anxiety. As Jenny Lawson’s hundreds of thousands of fans know, she suffers from depression. In Broken, Jenny brings readers along on her mental and physical health journey, offering heartbreaking and hilarious anecdotes along the way." -Goodreads
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Toddler Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for singing, dancing, and stories for your toddler! Ages 18 months-3-years-old with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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DIY Flower Press
Make a custom designed flower press to preserve your special garden blooms. All ages.
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Flying Fox Presents Mammals and More (In-Person)
Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world with our friends from Flying Fox Conservation Fund! This program will include live animals.
Flying Fox Conservation Fund is a not for profit organization. We are dedicated to the protection of Old World fruit bats and their habitat through conservation, education and research. Our goal is to save Old World fruit bat populations and their habitat with a non confrontational approach to reach solutions which benefits bats, peoples and ecosystems. We believe education is the greatest tool one can use to conserve fruit bat populations from decline. Teaching governments, forestry, wildlife personnel and the public the benefits of bats. Help them understand how fruit bats impact their daily lives. Research is essential for a better understand of fruit bat biology, behavior, and conservation needs.
Youth Summer Event
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Exercise with Be40Strong (In-Person)
Join us for group personal training designed for students over the age of 60. Learn how to exercise safely and get stronger. Perfect for students ranging from beginners to consistent exercisers. We will adapt the program to fit the needs of each individual.
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Hidden Natural Treasures of Illinois (Virtual)
Illinois is large and biologically diverse with many pristine natural areas located across the state. Join botanist Chris Benda for a tour of the unique natural areas and rare plants that can be found in the 14 different natural divisions in Illinois. This program will highlight places you never knew existed, with emphasis on the plants and animals of Illinois.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Glitter and Glue (In-Person)
Join us at the Northfield Library for a fun craft!
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Chair Yoga (Virtual)
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 way with seated poses. Perfect for beginners, students will leave class feeling relaxed and grounded.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Spanish Bilingual Storytime (In-Person)
Introduce your family to Spanish through simple stories, music, and hands-on activities with dual language educator Cecilia Hagist. For ages 3-8. Siblings are welcome.
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Artists Who Thrive - Making Art Profitable (In-Person)
How can you prioritize your art? How can you channel the magic that others see in you? How can you make consistent, sustainable revenue from your artistic pursuits? Whether you're a painter, a musician, a writer, a chef, a dancer or a stay-at-home mom who yearns to leap into a new career, this workshop will help you answer these questions. Join Erin Minckley, artist, coach, and author of the book “Artists Who Thrive” which is an honest account of one woman’s journey from starving artist to entrepreneur. Worksheets will be provided. Please bring a pen and paper and be ready to brainstorm.
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Andertoons! Hilarious Hiking Cartooning Class (In-Person)
Our friend Andertoons is back for a cartooning program celebrating the great outdoors. Ages 9 .
Youth Summer Event
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Books at the Beach! (In-Person at Tower Road Beach)
Looking for your next great read? We'll preview the best summer titles, while enjoying the beach! Rain or shine, we'll meet under the pavilion if the weather doesn't cooperate.
This program will meet at Tower Road Beach, 899 Sheridan Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093. No beach or parking pass is needed, thanks to our generous partnership with the Winnetka Park District.
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Library Board Meeting
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The Edmund Fitzgerald: What Really Happened? (Virtual)
On a windy night in November of 1975, a Great Lakes freighter by the name of SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior, and all 29 men on board perished. It was the largest ship on the Great Lakes and remains the largest to have sunk there. Gordon Lightfoot even published a hit song about it a year later. In this presentation, learn about what potentially caused the shipwreck from the National Museum of the Great Lakes.
Event tags: Our Great Lakes Series
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Preschool Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.
Note: This is an in-person storytime. Tickets will be available the morning of storytime on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be retrieved at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library. Please note: Masks are recommended for all participants aged 2 and older for this Early Childhood program.
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Pokémon Party (In-Person)
Bring your Pokémon cards to trade Pokémon with other trainers. We’ll have games and crafts, too. Ages 6
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Space Camp (In-Person)
Bring your family and celebrate the night sky with astronomy-related activities. For Families.
Youth Summer Event
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Baby Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for you and your new baby. Ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver.
Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Customize a Metal Pendant or Ring
Make fashion statement jewelry using vinyl decals and blank rings. This program is available on a first come, first served basis while space and supplies last.
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Music & Movement (In-Person)
Listen, dance, sing & share in the music! Teacher Dan from Top Note Music Academy will share music through a variety of popular songs, fingerplays, bodywork & movement activities. Each class will introduce live music and a variety of instruments. Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.
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The Studio Pop-Up Event at Northfield Library - Ink Stained Coasters (In-Person)
Create a beautiful set of 4 ink-stained coasters. All supplies will be provided.
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Cut the Cord – Alternatives to Premium Cable Services (Virtual)
Do you have tubs of old family pictures sitting in your basement, or slides that mom and dad took to document your childhood? Learn how to easily digitize photos and slides and share them with your family.
This is an online course hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program.
Category: Technology
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Indoor Camping Party (In-Person)
Join us to build blanket forts, eat s’mores, and read under the (projected) stars. For families.
Youth Summer Event
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Small Business Mentoring with SCORE (In Person)
SCORE North Cook & Lake counties provides mentoring to local small-business owners and entrepreneurs. Current and potential entrepreneurs can benefit from the experience of retired volunteer executives to develop business plans and grow businesses.
Register for a one-hour appointment at the Winnetka Library by contacting our SCORE volunteer Rick Rubenstein at rick.rubenstein@scorevolunteer.org.
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Baby Builders (In-Person)
Enjoy free play with foam blocks and other building and play materials for our youngest friends. An opportunity to socialize and make new friends. Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Toddler Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for singing, dancing, and stories for your toddler! Ages 18 months-3-years-old with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Exercise with Be40Strong (In-Person)
Join us for group personal training designed for students over the age of 60. Learn how to exercise safely and get stronger. Perfect for students ranging from beginners to consistent exercisers. We will adapt the program to fit the needs of each individual.
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Art Explorers Jr. (In-Person)
Come make a beautiful painting! We have a variety of art supplies to let your creative side shine! Ages 5
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Virtual Walking Tour of the Hermitage (Virtual)
Join us for a virtual tour of the Hermitage, the largest art museum in the world, located in St. Petersburg, Russia. This presentation will examine the museum's architecture and artwork from a collection that spans 5,000 years.
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Summer Film Series: Good Time (Virtual)
Register to receive a pre-recorded introduction and criticism by our resident film expert Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through our Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services.
Robert Pattinson will do ANYTHING to get his brother out of prison.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Sensory Shenanigans (In-Person)
Join us on the lawn outside of the Youth Services department for an hour of interactive free play. Activities in this program will foster fine and gross motor skills, and concepts through play! This program is sure to be a little messy (and fun!) So wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!
In the event of inclement weather, program will be held indoors.
Youth Summer Event
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Embroidered Patches
Create patch designs from a simple image to decorate your clothes or tote.
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DIY Jewelry
Put together a fashion statement piece. Supplies will be provided. This program is available on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Messy Mondays (In-Person)
Drop-in for a messier craft and leave the cleanup to us! For families.
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Famous Chicago Murders (In Person)
Chicago was once erroneously dubbed the "Murder City." Author Susan Gibberman will discuss a few of the more notorious cases, both solved and unsolved. Register
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Preschool Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.
Note: This is an in-person storytime. Tickets will be available the morning of storytime on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be retrieved at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library. Please note: Masks are recommended for all participants aged 2 and older for this Early Childhood program.
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Minecraft Mini-Camp (In-Person)
Join us on an epic three-day Minecraft adventure! Each day we will work through a different part of the Minecraft Mania's adventure map together as a team. Battle monsters, explore new worlds, and make some friends along the way!
Youth Summer Event
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Art Explorers Jr. (In-Person)
Come make a beautiful painting! We have a variety of art supplies to let your creative side shine! Ages 5
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Baby Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for you and your new baby. Ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver.
Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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What is the Cloud and How Can You Use It? (Virtual)
What and where is “the cloud?” Why should you use (or not use) the cloud? You might be surprised how much of your computer data is already there. This class will teach you about what the cloud is and how you can use it for efficiency and security.
This is an online course hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program.
Category: Technology
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Minecraft Mini-Camp (In-Person)
Join us on an epic three-day Minecraft adventure! Each day we will work through a different part of the Minecraft Mania's adventure map together as a team. Battle monsters, explore new worlds, and make some friends along the way!
Youth Summer Event
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Toddler Storytime (In-Person)
Join us for singing, dancing, and stories for your toddler! Ages 18 months-3-years-old with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Engrave a Platter
Get ready for the holiday season by laser engraving a glass serving platter. Use for cookies, cakes, or special holiday meals. Adults.
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Minecraft Mini-Camp (In-Person)
Join us on an epic three-day Minecraft adventure! Each day we will work through a different part of the Minecraft Mania's adventure map together as a team. Battle monsters, explore new worlds, and make some friends along the way!
Youth Summer Event
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Exercise with Be40Strong (In-Person)
Join us for group personal training designed for students over the age of 60. Learn how to exercise safely and get stronger. Perfect for students ranging from beginners to consistent exercisers. We will adapt the program to fit the needs of each individual.
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Mirror Painting (In-Person)
Paint a frame, animal friend, or nature decoration on a mirror using acrylic paints. Let your creative choices shine! Ages 10
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Family Storytime (In-Person)
Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles! Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of the program on a first come, first served basis.
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Tie-Dye Outside (In-Person)
Join us on the lawn outside of the Youth Services department and create a tie-dye t-shirt or tote bag. All materials will be provided. Age 5 .
In the event of inclement weather, program will be held indoors.
Youth Summer Event
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Tie-Dye Outside (In-Person)
Join us on the lawn outside of the Youth Services department and create a tie-dye t-shirt or tote bag. All materials will be provided. Age 5 .
In the event of inclement weather, program will be held indoors.
Youth Summer Event
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French Bilingual Storytime (In-Person)
Introduce your family to French through simple stories, music, and hands-on activities with French educator Nancy Shively. For ages 3-8. Siblings are welcome.
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Cuisine Quest - Southeast Asia and India (In-Person)
Tantalize your taste buds as Brian Michalski takes you on a whirlwind tour of regional cuisine and little-known delights. Brian blends firsthand anecdotes while sharing tidbits about regional agriculture and sustainability. Satisfy your cravings with take-home recipes and restaurant recommendations.