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Coexisting with Backyard Wildlife

All Day 1/5 - 3/30
Virtual
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

Whether you live in a small community or a larger urban setting, wildlife is a part of everyday life. Learn all about these backyard creatures in this fun prerecorded virtual program, presented by Severson Dells.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Whether you live in a small community or a larger urban setting, wildlife is a part of everyday life. Learn all about these backyard creatures in this fun prerecorded virtual program, presented by Severson Dells.

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Virtual Mini Story Time: Check NSLD's Facebook page to watch!

All Day 1/5 - 3/31
Virtual
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Preschool

Virtual Story Time*

NSLD offers mini Story Time videos on the NSLD Facebook page. Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 through 5.   

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Virtual Story Time*

NSLD offers mini Story Time videos on the NSLD Facebook page. Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 through 5.   

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Virtual Mini Wiggle-Giggle-Grow: Check NSLD's Facebook page to watch.

All Day 1/5 - 3/31
Virtual
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Virtual Story Time*

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Virtual Story Time*

Break-In Bags

Winter Break-In Bags

All Day 1/12 - 3/31
Both Libraries
Age Group:
Tween, Teens

Check out a Break-In Bag at Reference Services! This activity is done in the library and requires a valid library card. A Break-In Bag is a set of story based puzzle clues that help you to open up a combination on a bag to get prizes.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Tween, Teens
Event Details:

Check out a Break-In Bag at Reference Services! This activity is done in the library and requires a valid library card. A Break-In Bag is a set of story based puzzle clues that help you to open up a combination on a bag to get prizes.

legos

NSLD LEGO Days

All Day 3/2 - 3/28
Both Libraries
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween

Build your own unique LEGO creation at home and post a photo on the NSLD Facebook page. Or, build something using the library’s LEGOs available in Children’s Services and put on display.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Build your own unique LEGO creation at home and post a photo on the NSLD Facebook page. Or, build something using the library’s LEGOs available in Children’s Services and put on display.

Poster for "Then & Now" Across the Local Community

"Then and Now" Across the Local Community

All Day 3/16 - 5/2
Virtual
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

In this virtual program, learn more about the local community through "then and now" photographs. Prerecorded by Local History Librarian, Joanna Mladic.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

In this virtual program, learn more about the local community through "then and now" photographs. Prerecorded by Local History Librarian, Joanna Mladic.

Junk Journal

Junk Journal

All Day 3/18 - 3/31
Both Libraries
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

Pick up craft materials to make a Junk Journal from Reference Services. Available while supplies last. Limit 2 per person. Craft designed for ages 12+

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Pick up craft materials to make a Junk Journal from Reference Services. Available while supplies last. Limit 2 per person. Craft designed for ages 12+

big bad wolf

Crafty Reader

All Day
Children’s Services at NSLD/Roscoe
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween

The featured title for this month is, Where's the Big Bad Wolf?,  by Eileen Christelow

Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Children’s Services
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

The featured title for this month is, Where's the Big Bad Wolf?,  by Eileen Christelow

butterfly

Special Butterfly Take & Make for K-6

All Day
Both Libraries
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Stop by Children's Services to pick up a butterfly craft, then sign up to see some real butterflies at the Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens, courtesy of NSLD. Available while supplies last.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Stop by Children's Services to pick up a butterfly craft, then sign up to see some real butterflies at the Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens, courtesy of NSLD. Available while supplies last.
butterfly

Virtual Butterfly Story Time: Check NSLD's Facebook to watch!

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Virtual
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children

Special Virtual Butterfly Story Time

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Special Virtual Butterfly Story Time

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Virtual Mini Story Time: Check NSLD's Facebook page to watch!

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Virtual
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Preschool

Virtual Story Time*

NSLD offers mini Story Time videos on the NSLD Facebook page. Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 through 5.   

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Virtual Story Time*

NSLD offers mini Story Time videos on the NSLD Facebook page. Preschool Story Time is for children ages 3 through 5.   

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Virtual Mini Wiggle-Giggle-Grow: Check NSLD's Facebook page to watch.

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Virtual
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Virtual Story Time*

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Virtual Story Time*

Break-in Bags

Spring Break-In Bags

All Day 4/1 - 5/16
NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group:
Tween, Teens

Check out a Break-In Bag at Reference Services! This activity is done in the library and requires a valid library card. A Break-In Bag is a set of story based puzzle clues that help you to open up a combination on a bag to get prizes.

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group: Tween, Teens
Event Details:

Check out a Break-In Bag at Reference Services! This activity is done in the library and requires a valid library card. A Break-In Bag is a set of story based puzzle clues that help you to open up a combination on a bag to get prizes.

The book cover for Fiesta Fiasco shows a group of cartoon animals, including a rabbit, a turtle, a snake, and a crocodile, all wearing party hats.

Crafty Reader

All Day
Children’s Services at NSLD/Loves Park
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween

The featured title for this month is, Fiesta Fiasco,  by Ann Whitford Paul

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Children’s Services
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

The featured title for this month is, Fiesta Fiasco,  by Ann Whitford Paul

skandar

Tween Grab & Go Book Club

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Both Libraries
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tween

Get your free Tween Grab & Go book and bookmark  in Children's Services.

Featured Title: Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, by A.F. Steadman

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Get your free Tween Grab & Go book and bookmark  in Children's Services.

Featured Title: Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, by A.F. Steadman

Book cover for "Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club" by J. Ryan Stradal, featuring a stylized illustration of a supper club with trees and an "Open" sign on a yellow background.

Adult Spring Read

All Day 4/6 - 5/16
NSLD/Loves Park
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal

The cover of the book Caraval by Stephanie Garber, featuring a stylized compass rose and ornate red designs on a dark blue background.

Teen Spring Read

All Day 4/6 - 5/16
NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group:
Teens

Pick up your free copy of Caraval by Stephanie Garber. Complete the included book review by May 16 to be put in a drawing for a Target gift card. A shrink keychain inspired by the book is included. 

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Pick up your free copy of Caraval by Stephanie Garber. Complete the included book review by May 16 to be put in a drawing for a Target gift card. A shrink keychain inspired by the book is included. 

paint hands

NSLD/Loves Park In Person Story Time

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fun Place at NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group:
Preschool

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Preschool
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

abacus

NSLD/Roscoe In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Large Meeting Room - R at NSLD/Roscoe
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with oth

Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with oth

abacus

NSLD/Roscoe In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Large Meeting Room - R at NSLD/Roscoe
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with oth

Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with oth

paint hands

NSLD/Loves Park In Person Story Time

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Fun Place at NSLD/Loves Park
Age Group:
Preschool

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Preschool
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

paint hands

NSLD/Roscoe In Person Story Time

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room - R at NSLD/Roscoe
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

boys

NSLD/Loves Park In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Fun Place at NSLD/Loves Park
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with other par

Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with other par

paint hands

NSLD/Roscoe In Person Story Time

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room - R at NSLD/Roscoe
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children, Toddler

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.