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Morning Munchkins
Morning Munchkins
Stories, songs, and fun play time, too! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.
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ZAP Storytime at the Zoo
ZAP Storytime at the Zoo
Join us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for nature-themed stories, singing, and an interactive zoo activity. Note that registration on the Brookfield Zoo website through the...
2 events,
Whimsical Wednesdays
Whimsical Wednesdays
Your little one can enjoy a fun storytime, and wind down their sillies with group coloring after! New themes every week! Children ages 5 and...
Graphic Novel Society
Graphic Novel Society
Grades 6 - 12 Join us for our graphic novel book club! We will be reading Blackwater by Jeannette Arroyo and Ren Graham.
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Story and Stroll
Story and Stroll
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We...
Summer Art Discoveries: 3D Dinosaur Painting
Summer Art Discoveries: 3D Dinosaur Painting
Get creative painting a 3-D Dinosaur. For rising 2nd graders and under with an adult.
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Craft Exchange
Craft Exchange
From July 29th until August 1st, bring in your crafting items that you want to exchange with! Please no broken or hazardous items; we will...
Film Festival Fridays
Film Festival Fridays
Join us for a movie with snacks! Children of all ages with an adult. No registration required.
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Craft Exchange
Craft Exchange
From July 29th until August 1st, bring in your crafting items that you want to exchange with! Please no broken or hazardous items; we will...
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4 events,
Take & Make: Book Page Banner
Take & Make: Book Page Banner
Make it Mondays! Pick up a craft kit to do at home at your own pace! Funding provided by AgeOptions. Registration Required. ONE PER PERSON, DUPLICATE...
Morning Munchkins
Morning Munchkins
Stories, songs, and fun play time, too! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.
Silly Science
Silly Science
All that pops, fizzes, and splat! Dress accordingly! For rising 2nd graders and under with an adult.
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2 events,
Back to School Kit
Back to School Kit
Grades 6 - 12 Put together your own Take and Make "Back to School Kit" in the Teen Spot! *While supplies last*
Whimsical Wednesdays
Whimsical Wednesdays
Your little one can enjoy a fun storytime, and wind down their sillies with group coloring after! New themes every week! Children ages 5 and...
2 events,
Story and Stroll
Story and Stroll
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We...
3 R’s and Papermaking
3 R’s and Papermaking
Interactive 3Rs presentation (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) explaining the importance of and difference between them through fun examples/ props, followed by a recycled paper making activity....
2 events,
Circuits and Coding for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Circuits and Coding for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Learn the basics of coding and circuity using Snapino, SnapCircuit, and Code Jumper. For Teens, Tweens, and Young Adults. Put on in conjunction with the...
Crafternoon: Mini Summer Centerpiece
Crafternoon: Mini Summer Centerpiece
Get Crafty! On select Saturdays @ 1:30pm! Join us for a community craft event. Funded by AgeOptions.
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2 events,
Morning Munchkins
Morning Munchkins
Stories, songs, and fun play time, too! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.
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3 events,
Whimsical Wednesdays
Whimsical Wednesdays
Your little one can enjoy a fun storytime, and wind down their sillies with group coloring after! New themes every week! Children ages 5 and...
Preschool Yoga & Storytime
Preschool Yoga & Storytime
Themed program with stories, yoga, and songs for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
2 events,
Story and Stroll
Story and Stroll
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We...
Summer Art Adventures: Guided “Under the Sea” Canvas Painting
Summer Art Adventures: Guided “Under the Sea” Canvas Painting
Follow along step-by-step painting “Under the Sea”. For rising 3rd- 5th graders.
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Comic Book Creations
Comic Book Creations
Unleash your creative artistry and we’ll help bring your stories to life! For rising 3rd graders to rising 5th graders.
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4 events,
Sewing Kit of the Month: Pet Bandanas
Sewing Kit of the Month: Pet Bandanas
Pick up a bag of precut fabric and supplies to sew your own beginner project! Funded by AgeOptions. Registration Required. ONE PER PERSON, DUPLICATE ENTRIES...
Morning Munchkins
Morning Munchkins
Stories, songs, and fun play time, too! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.
Science Explorers
Science Explorers
Hands- on experiments for the scientist in you! For rising 3rd graders to rising 5th graders.
1 event,
NR Library Foundation & Friends
NR Library Foundation & Friends
Monthly meeting on the North Riverside Library Foundation & Friends group is regularly scheduled for the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm.
4 events,
Whimsical Wednesdays
Whimsical Wednesdays
Your little one can enjoy a fun storytime, and wind down their sillies with group coloring after! New themes every week! Children ages 5 and...
Lego Free Build
Lego Free Build
Get creative and show off what you can build! LEGOs provided. For children of all ages, 7 and under with an adult. No registration required.
2 events,
Story and Stroll
Story and Stroll
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We...
Traditional Churros
Traditional Churros
Join Chef Violeta for a demonstration on how to make traditional Churros with spicy chocolate and vanilla dip. Enjoy a sample of treats and bring...
2 events,
American Red Cross Blood Drive
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Our library is proud to be hosting the American Red Cross for a Blood Drive on Friday, August 23. All blood types are critically needed,...
Family Back to School Bingo Bash
Family Back to School Bingo Bash
Come have some family fun with a special bingo night, win some prizes, and listen to some music! All ages with an adult.
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Spice Club: Healthy Glow Tea
Spice Club: Healthy Glow Tea
Pick up a bag full of ingredients to make your very own spice blends-- healthier and cheaper than store bought! Funded by AgeOptions. Registration Required....
Morning Munchkins
Morning Munchkins
Stories, songs, and fun play time, too! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.
0 events,
2 events,
Whimsical Wednesdays
Whimsical Wednesdays
Your little one can enjoy a fun storytime, and wind down their sillies with group coloring after! New themes every week! Children ages 5 and...
Graphic Novel Society
Graphic Novel Society
Grades 6 - 12 Join us for our graphic novel book club! We will be reading Beast Boy by Kami Garcia and Gabriel Picolo.
2 events,
Story and Stroll
Story and Stroll
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We...
Crafterdark: Potted Paper Flowers
Crafterdark: Potted Paper Flowers
Get Crafty! On select Thursdays @ 6:00pm! Join us for a community craft event. Funded by AgeOptions.
1 event,
Club de Lectura: Un día de diciembre por Josie Silver
Club de Lectura: Un día de diciembre por Josie Silver
Las reuniones para el Club de la Lectura en espanol. Recuerda nos reunimos a las 10:30 am una vez al mes en viernes. Los libros...
2 events,
Baby & Me (Bilingual)
Baby & Me (Bilingual)
Read, sing, and play with baby while engaging with fellow parents and guardians. Children ages 4-24 months with an adult.