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Star Light, Star Bright: The Secret Lives of Stars

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Family, Adults

Astronomer, Professor Shane Larson, will share the amazing story of how stars are born and die. Find out how telescopes make it possible for us to learn about these incandescent bodies and their life cycle.

 

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Fantastic Space Discoveries: Structures of the Outer Solar System

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

As observational techniques and instrumentation have advanced, astronomers have gained insight into the nature of our Solar System.  We have found that the system extends far beyond the planets, including structures not anticipated.  Our

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Surprising Stories of the North Shore 

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Room at Winnetka Library
Program Type:
History, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Winnetka Historical Society for a presentation that focuses on lesser-known aspects of the North Shore’s history.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Movie Adaptations: What Works and What Doesn't

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Almost since the beginning of cinema, filmmakers have adapted novels, plays, and even non-fiction works into motion pictures.  Yet, the audiences and critics alike frequently complain that the resulting movies aren't as good as their original

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Nursery Rhyme Contest

All Day 2/25 - 3/5
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

 

Use your imagination and have fun! Enter the “Nursery Rhyme Contest,” sponsored by the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Huichol Art: Votive Paintings

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
History, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Even amongst the many different communities and cultures that make up the rich tapestry that is Mexico, the Huichol people stand out for their vibrant and deeply spiritual artistic tradition.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Film Series: My Man Godfrey

All Day
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Film Series:

Register to receive a pre-recorded introduction and critique by our resident film expert Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through our Hoopla or Kanopy stre...

Carole Lombard and William Powell star in this classic comedy of the haves and the have-nots.

Registration Required
Virtual Event

Library Closed for Easter

All Day
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield libraries are closed Sunday, April 5 for the Easter holiday.

Closing

Library Closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield libraries are closed Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.

Closing

Library Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Winnetka Library, Northfield Library, Offsite, Virtual

The Winnetka and Northfield libraries are closed Friday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.

Closing