Event List

Create a personalized spinner wheel that includes self-care activities in different categories. Reflect on what makes you feel good and take home your very own spinner wheel and card deck. 

A Minecraft Movie

This screening is designed for everyone, including families with neurodivergent children and others who may benefit from a less sensory-intense movie experience.

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Sign up in teams of four and compete against other groups to finish a 500-piece puzzle in two hours. Prizes will be awarded for the first three teams to finish. 

Ring in the new year by envisioning positive futures! Explore what a thriving and sustainable future can look like through a series of activities and inspiring climate news.

Ask questions and share ideas about mental health, relationships, conflict, and more with the support of a therapist from Turning Point and Teen Services librarians.

Meet new people in a supportive environment and watch your circle of friends grow. Trained peer volunteers host activities to help you get to know others. 

The Steam Quartet is a powerful combo of leading exponents of traditional Irish music from the international acoustic scene.

Tired of scrolling? Let's make art, eat snacks, and more in a low-stakes, screen-free setting. 

For grade 6–12. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

Warm up with hot chocolate, pizza, and popcorn while watching The Hunger Games.

Explore and test some of our new accessibility tools. Staff will explain what each tool can be used for and how it can be supportive.

Families and individuals who need a quiet, uncrowded environment are invited to use the library before we open. Explore the Kids Room, Teen Room, Studio, and materials on the first floor.

Let's observe Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday as a "day on, not a day off.

Celebrate the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr and this National Day of Service by participating in a project to benefit a local community organization.

Try great food from local halal restaurants.

Drop-in event for grade 6-12. Snacks may be limited. 

See the art featured in Niles Township District for Special Education's (NTDSE) I Am Project and learn about the student artists, some of whom will be in attendance.

Try great food from local halal restaurants.

Drop-in event for grade 6-12. Snacks may be limited. 

Help plan, publicize, and present a spring event for teens.

Try great food from local halal restaurants.

Drop-in event for grade 6-12. Snacks may be limited. 

Customize and decorate a kit of items that connect to the five senses. Take it home and use it when life feels overwhelming to help calm down and reset.

Grab a book and join our reading party. We'll provide snacks and recommendations for your winter reading.

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

Local author Shifa Saltagi Safadi will discuss the history and importance of World Hijab Day, followed by a reading from one of her books and a Q&A session. 

Help us pack seeds and take a few packets home. We will also discuss accessible gardening by exploring how you can garden no matter your physical ability or access to personal outdoor green space.

Ask questions and share ideas about mental health, relationships, conflict, and more with the support of a therapist from Turning Point and Teen Services librarians.

Meet new people in a supportive environment and watch your circle of friends grow. Trained peer volunteers host activities to help you get to know others.