Upcoming Events

From Benjamin Franklin's proposed national bird to Thanksgiving dinners, turkeys have long been integral to American culture. But beyond being food, they also play a vital role in our natural ecosystem.

Books are a Treasure!  Winter Reading Club begins December 30!

Stop by either NSLD location to pick up your WRC To Go bag.

Available for children, teen and adults.

Presented by The National Museum of the Great Lakes

In this virtual program, learn the dietary knowledge and tools for how to develop a healthy relationship with food and your body. 

Create this fun and visually relaxing jellyfish in a bottle craft. All supplies are included in each craft bag.

Pick up at Reference Services. Available until supplies last.

Enjoy a "blind date" with a book! Stop by Reference Services and choose a book that is yours to keep. Return the enclosed review by March 15 to be entered into the prize drawing! One book per person. For ages 18+

Learn how to navigate the Illinois Digital Archive, and check out the newly digitized Harlem Pepper, Harlem High School's student newspaper (1932-1997). Presented by NSLD Local History Librarian, Joanna Mladic.