Event List

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

Learn about Nigeria's culture, traditions, foods, and fun in this session designed for kids who are homeschooled.

Learn about Nigeria's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. 

For kids in grade K-5. Children younger than eight must have an adult in the library during the event. 

In this fun scavenger hunt, follow the clues to discover books featuring Muslim characters.

Women in Black 

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.

Chicago-based duo, vocalist Petra van Nuis and pianist Dennis Luxion, celebrate the music and lyrics of Irving Berlin, one of America's greatest songwriters.

Showcasing talented young performers of classical music: sisters and violinists Annalise and Eliana Song.

Marlene and Company will visit the legends and the lives of Black performers who created and popularized genres like jazz, blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and hip hop.

Join Melissa Leandro, one of the artists whose work is displayed in the library, in a workshop dedicated to hand-sewing appliqué.

Basic hand-sewing skills required. Materials will be provided. 

The Evanston Dance Ensemble shares a preview of their spring show, which explores the depth and breadth of rock and roll history through original dances.

See the art in the District 219 art show and celebrate the accomplishments of the student artists—many of whom will be in attendance.

Celebrate love in February by making beaded heart earrings. Using a needle and thread, we'll make cascading fringe heart earrings with traditional bead-weaving techniques.

Her Pakistani parents work long hours and her American teachers don’t understand her culture, but Sofia is a girl determined to fit in.

Sip delicious teas and snack on citrus fruits while learning about Lunar New Year.

For grade 6–12.

Celebrate the beauty and diversity of Black hair.

Pianist Stuart Rajpal is a sophomore at New Trier Township High School. He studies piano with Andrea Schneider and has also played violin.

Explore some books, do a small craft, and learn more about Ramadan, an observance for Muslims worldwide.

Ede2 celebrates its 15th anniversary with an original dance production based on Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

Learn the basics of calligraphy with our maker in residence. Materials will be provided. 

Find more about Zeeshan Farooq's classes and office hours during March on our maker-in-residence page.

Learn about good luck charms and traditions from cultures around the world, and create your own. 

For grade 6-12. 

Explore the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY)'s Collection for Young People with Disabilities.

Decorate a tile to contribute to a community project. Our maker in residence, Zeeshan Farooq, will add the tiles to the community mosaic. All ages, individuals and families, are welcome. Drop-in event.

Enjoy the music of four great Jewish composers and learn about their lives and works. Each musical selection for violin and piano is followed by a historically informed, theatrical scene from the composer's life.