Event List

Drop in for camaraderie and creativity as we make free form, mixed media journal entries.  Supplies provided! 

Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.

Ready to turn a plain tote into a statement piece? You'll learn how to use a silhouette machine to create a custom stencil of your own design.

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Got a new device for the holidays but you are unsure on how to use it?

Join us at The Book Stall in Winnetka to discuss our favorite books of 2025.

While Ginger Rogers is easily considered to be one-half of the most iconic dancing duo in cinematic history, she achieved so much in her on- and off-screen life.

Calling all miniature enthusiasts! Join us to build your very own 1:12 scale bookshelf, the perfect tiny addition to any dollhouse, bookshelf, or tiny collection.

Instructions to join virtually: https://www.wnpld.org/about/board/meetings

Join Jason Lopez, Professor of Media and Cultural Studies at UW-Madison, for a discussion on the historical relationship between sports betting, sports leagues, and sports media.

Join us at Great Decisions for a lively discussion of major events playing out now across the world stage. Expand your understanding of history in the making.

Join us for an informative session on using digital databases to research your ancestry. We'll provide a live demonstration and tips to help you navigate powerful resources and begin building your own family tree.

What strange coincidences and unsolved murders shaped the world? You’ll be stunned by the stories you never learned in school—How did the plotted “murder” of Poland contribute to America winning its War of Independence?

Join us for a lunch time book club.  Bring a dish to savor and the recipe to share with the group. 

Soups, Salads, Sandwiches by Matty Matheson

A Hearty Book of Veggie Sandwiches by Jackie Freeman

Got a new device for the holidays but you are unsure on how to use it?

Come hang out with fellow knitters in the Northfield Community Room!

All levels of experience are welcome.  Basic supplies will be available, and a library staff member will be available from 3:00 to 4:00 pm to help beginners.

Hear the true story of one of our nation's Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton from his wife, Eliza’s point of view.

Drop in for camaraderie and creativity as we make free form, mixed media journal entries.  Supplies provided! 

The League of Women Voters and various Illinois libraries are thrilled to welcome WGN-TV's Paul Lisnek to speak about Illinois politics as well as help prepare participants for the upcoming Midterm Elections in November.

Join us at Great Decisions for a lively discussion of major events playing out now across the world stage. Expand your understanding of history in the making.