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The Studio will be closed for renovations from February 14 through February 21. Please note that access to the Community Room will be also be unavailable on February 17 and 18.

Event List

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Library Location
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Hand Sewing Basics (RESCHEDULED FROM FEB 20)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

RESCHEDULED FROM FEBRUARY 20THLearn basic stitching techniques and button sewing to aid in any future quick fixes.Use of small pieces and tools required for this program.Priority R...

Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pop-Up Popsicle Art

All Day
Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Decorate a popsicle stick at the Northfield Branch and contribute to a community-wide art project. We'll combine each individual contribution to create a unique masterpiece that wi...

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Scent-sational Creations: Let's Make Candles

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Illuminate your imagination and create your own unique scents in this hand-on candle making class.Use of hot tools required for this program.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardhol...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser-Etched Mirrors

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn to etch and customize mirror acrylic using CorelDraw design software and the laser engraver.Familiarity with and use of computers required.Priority Registration for WNPLD car...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Brush It Off!

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy light beverages as you unwind and make art in a relaxed, fun environment with your friends!

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CorelDRAW Basics

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use CorelDRAW to create designs that are compatible with our laser engravers and understand the software's features and techniques to ensure your designs are ready for...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Pick your champion and battle your way to the top!Please read & review the rules before registering.THE RULES:Single-elimination, 1 V 1Stock 3, 5:00 time limitItems on, Smash B...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Mario Kart Racing

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Meet us in the Community Room for an afternoon of thrilling races, banana peels, and blue shells as we compete for victory!

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser-Etched Mirrors

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn to etch and customize mirror acrylic using CorelDraw design software and the laser engraver.Familiarity with and use of computers required.Priority Registration for WNPLD car...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Brush It Off!

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy light beverages as you unwind and make art in a relaxed, fun environment with your friends!

Required
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Migration Birding Walk

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School Age, Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Join Red Hill Birding's founder Josh Engel at the Skokie Lagoons to learn about bird migration and see spring migrants at one of our best local birding hotspots. The beginning of A...

Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sublimation Basics: Creating Vibrant Prints

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Unlock your creativity with sublimation printing! Learn how to create vibrant, long-lasting prints on a variety of surfaces, including fabrics and ceramics.Use of hot tools require...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hop to It! Spring Basket Decorating

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate the arrival of spring by decorating your own special basket with colorful materials and festive flair.Use of sharp and hot tools required for this program.Priority Regist...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Beaded Bookmark

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Design your own unique bookmark using colorful beads! Tweens and teens can either join us in-person or sign up for a take-home craft.Take-home crafts will be available to pick up b...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mastering the Silhouette: A Beginner's Guide

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the fundamentals of Silhouette Studio and discover how to create stunning designs for a variety of projects. Familiarity and use of computers required.Use of small piece...

Required

Library Closed for Easter

All Day
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield Libraries are closed Sunday, April 20 in observance of Easter.

Closing
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Candle Making with Glass Etching Basics

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Create a spring themed candle while also learning the basics of glass etching.Use of hot tools required for this program.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholders.ALLERGEN WARNIN...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Sew Cute Scrunchies

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio Makerspace at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Create cute scrunchies while exploring hand sewing and machine sewing basics.Use of small pieces and sharp tools required for this program.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholde...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Mario Kart Racing

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Meet us in the Community Room for an afternoon of thrilling races, banana peels, and blue shells as we compete for victory!

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Brush It Off!

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winnetka Community Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy light beverages as you unwind and make art in a relaxed, fun environment with your friends!

Required
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Youth Services at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creative Play, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age, Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Come grab a bag of comics appropriate for kids of all ages, while supplies last! One bag per child, please.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Creative Play, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, School Age, Teens & Tweens
Event Details:

Come grab a bag of comics appropriate for kids of all ages, while supplies last! One bag per child, please.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Rain or Shine: Umbrella Art

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northfield Community Room at Northfield Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults
Event Details:

Turn a plain umbrella into a work of art! Learn basic decorating techniques and transform a plain umbrella into a colorful masterpiece.Priority Registration for WNPLD cardholders.&...

Required
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unlock Your Creativity with Cricut Access

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, The Studio
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore the possibilities of the Cricut Access platform. Learn how to use this versatile tool to design and cut a variety of materials, from vinyl to paper.Familiarity and use of c...

Required