Northlake Public Library District

Family Storytime
2023-04-10 18:30 - 19:00, 2023-04-17 18:30 - 19:00, 2023-04-24 18:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
All ages. Join us for stories and songs.
Mondays 6:30-7 p.m. Limit 20.
No Registration Required.

Dia de Los Niños
2023-04-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Come to the library to celebrate Dia de Los Niños and see the Crosstown Exotics Traveling Reptile show. The Reptile show will take place promptly at 2 p.m. After the show, be sure to get your cupcake, goodie bag and free book to celebrate children’s book day! *While supplies last. All Ages.
Saturday, April 29, 2-4 p.m.

Mini Comic-Con
2023-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
All ages. POW! BOOM! The Mini Comic Con has arrived at the library. Join us for a comic craft, free comics and some light treats!
Saturday, May 6. 1 – 3 p.m.
No Registration Required.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
2023-06-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Parking Lot, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Celebrate the beginning of the Summer Reading Program with food provided by Toasty Cheese, freeze pops provided by Jel Sert, an inflatable maze, a photo booth, and more!

Lobby RSVP Greater Family Health
2023-06-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ismael Cordová
370 Summit Street.
Elgin, IL 60120
Phone: 224.856.4583

Lobby RSVP Greater Family Health
2023-06-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ismael Cordová
370 Summit Street.
Elgin, IL 60120

Noches de Lotería / Family Lotería Night
2023-06-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
¡Las noches de lotería están de vuelta! ¡Juega lotería con toda la familia y compite para ganar grandes premios! Regístrate en línea o llamando al 708-562-2301 x5.
Lotería night is back! Play Mexican Bingo with the whole family and compete for fun prizes! Register online or by calling 708-562-2301 x5.

Lobby RSVP Hamdard Health Alliance
2023-07-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Hamdard Health Alliance
228 East Lake Street
Addison, IL 60101
(630) 835-1430

Miniature Painting: Drybrushing & Washes
2023-07-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
You’ll be a skilled mini-painter in no time by practicing some easy to learn techniques! We’ll be covering washes and drybrushing in a relaxing environment. Register online or by calling us at 708-562-2301 x5.

Back-to-School Ice Cream Social
2023-08-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Celebrate the end of summer reading and the start of a new school year with some ice cream, endless toppings, and free school supplies! While supplies last.

Navigating the IEP Process
2023-08-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
This presentation by The Family Resource Center on Disabilities is for any parent or caregiver with a child who has an IEP at their school. Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions and feel confident at their next IEP meeting.

Miniature Painting: Terrain Tips
2023-08-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Spice up your mini bases by creating some basic terrain effects like sand or grass. We’ll also be exploring brick and stone-work for walls and floors. Register online or by calling us at 708-562-2301 x5.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration | Celebración de la Herencia Hispana
2023-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month with a performance by Ballet Folklorico Chicago, free snacks, photo booth, and piñatas.
Celebra el inicio del Mes de la Herencia Hispana con una presentación del Ballet Folklórico de Chicago, botanas gratis, cabina de fotos y piñatas.

Trunk or Treat
2023-10-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Parking Lot, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
All ages. Join us in the library parking lot for a Trunk or Treat to celebrate Halloween.
If you are interested in participating to hand out candy, please contact the Youth Services Department to secure your spot. The best decorated car will win a $50 gift card!
Saturday, October 28, 1-3 p.m.

Day of the Dead Interactive Altar | Ofrenda Interactiva del Día de los Muertos
2023-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
View our interactive altar and celebrate with hot chocolate, pan de muerto bread, and sugar skull decorating. *While supplies last*
Ve nuestra ofrenda interactiva y celebra con chocolate caliente, pan de muerto y una calavera de azúcar para decorar. *Hasta agotar existencias*

Library Open House
2023-11-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Drop in for a guided tour of our recent building renovations while enjoying free snacks and coffee! View the improvements, which include: new north-side entrance, Makerspace, 2nd floor restroom facilities, and new furniture throughout the library.
This project was entirely funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, Grant HD200063.

Holiday Family Photos
2023-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Take free family photos with a holiday background that you can use on cards or to share with your friends and family on social media. Secure your time slot by calling us at 708-562-2301 x5.

Letters to Santa
2023-12-15 09:00 - 17:00
Today is the last day to mail your letter to the North Pole! Drop off your letter to the mailbox located in the Youth Department.
Then watch your mailbox for a personal response from St. Nick himself! Don’t forget to include your address so Santa can write you back!
Santa is really busy this time of year and he can only answer letters received on or before December 15.

Christmas Cookie Bar
2023-12-19 15:00 - 21:00 | Lobby, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
An assortment of Christmas cookies will be available in the lobby courtesy of library staff. While supplies last.

Simply Fun Storytime
2024-01-16 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-01-23 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-01-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-02-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-02-13 10:00 - 10:30 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
All ages. Join us weekly for stories, songs and fun.
Tuesdays, January 16-March 26, 10-10:30 a.m. Limit 15.

Bluey Fest*
2024-01-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
All ages. Watch our favorite Bluey episodes, create awesome Bluey crafts, play games, enjoy fun activities, and try Bluey-inspired snacks!
Saturday, January 27, 2-3:30 p.m. Limit 40.
Wristbands are required for programs marked with an asterisk *. Wristbands will be distributed 30 minutes prior to the program start time on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tamale Making
2024-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Learn how to make traditional tamales with a variety of fillings all from scratch!
