Northlake Public Library District

Puffy Paint Art*
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 6-13. Create puffy paint and some spring window clings!
Saturday, Apr. 18, 2-3 p.m. Limit 15.
Wristbands are required for programs marked with an asterisk*. Wristbands will be given out 30 minutes prior to the program start time on a first come first served basis.

Little Craft Bags
2026-04-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Youth Services Department
For ages 0-5. Pick-up a bag at the YS Desk to make a small craft at home. 1 per present child. While supplies last.
Mondays, Feb. 2-Apr. 20

Baby Play
2026-04-20 10:30 - 11:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
For babies & caregivers. Music, rhymes, board books, and toys for the little ones to play.
Mondays, Jan. 26 – Apr. 20, 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 25.

Clay Wars*
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 9-13. May the best clay sculptor win.
Monday, Apr. 20, 6-7 p.m. Limit 10.
Wristbands are required for programs marked with an asterisk*. Wristbands will be given out 30 minutes prior to the program start time on a first come first served basis.

Storytime Fun
2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Stories, songs, and fun.
Tuesdays, Jan. 20-Apr. 21, 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 25.

Family Zumba*
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
For families with children under 13 years old. A fun and energizing workout for you and your family.
Tuesdays, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 4/7, 4/21. 6-7 p.m. Limit 25.
Wristbands are required for programs marked with an asterisk*. Wristbands will be given out 30 minutes prior to the program start time on a first come first served basis.

Craft Time
2026-04-22 10:30 - 11:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 3-5. Enjoy fun art projects and crafts.
Wednesdays, Jan. 21-Apr. 22, 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 12.
*No program Feb. 11

Toddler Open Play
2026-04-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Jump, bounce, and flip at our open toddler play!
Thursdays, Jan. 22 – Apr. 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
*No program Mar. 12. Limit 20.

Dia de los Niños
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Youth Services Department
Join us in the Children’s Department to celebrate Children’s Book Day. We will have goodie bags, pan dulce, free books provided by the Kiwanis Club, and a performance by Pocket Circus!
Saturday, Apr. 25, 1-3 p.m.
No registration required.

Story & Craft
2026-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
Ages 5-13. Enjoy a story with a themed craft.
Wednesdays, June 10-July 29, 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 15.

Planting Day
2026-05-11 10:00 - 10:30 | Youth Services Department
Help us get our library garden started for the summer. All are welcome.
Monday, May 11, 10 a.m. Limit 15.

Middle School Volunteers
2026-05-29 14:00 - 15:00 | IL
Students in grades 6–8 can apply to become summer volunteers by completing the Middle School Volunteer application. All selected volunteers are required to attend an orientation on Friday, May 29 at 2:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please visit the Youth Department.

Toddler Music and Movement
2026-06-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-22 10:30 - 11:00 | IL
Ages 1-5. Join the fun! Come and enjoy music and dancing.
Mondays, June 8-July 27, 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 25.

Paper Mache Painting*
2026-06-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Create a painting with Paper-mâché.
Monday, June 8, 6-7 p.m. Limit 15.

Little Craft Bags
2026-06-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 17:00 | IL
For ages 0-5. Pick-up a bag at the YS Desk to make a small craft at home. 1 per present child. *While supplies last.*
Tuesdays, June 9-July 28

Storytime Fun
2026-06-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-16 10:30 - 11:00 | IL
Stories, songs, and fun.
Tuesdays, June 9-July 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Limit 20.

Tinker Tuesday*
2026-06-09 14:00 - 14:45 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 6-13. Learn and create together with different STEM activities.
Tuesdays, June 9 & 23, and July 14 & 28, 2-2:45 p.m. Limit 15.

Story & Craft
2026-06-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-17 10:30 - 11:00 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 5-13. Enjoy a story with a themed craft.
Wednesdays, June 10-July 29 10:30-11 a.m. Limit 15.

Kids Cook!*
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Meeting room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 8-13. Learn how to make some delicious meals and treats!
June 10 – Ultimate Grilled Cheese
July 8 – Pancake Art
Wednesdays, June 10 and July 8, 6-7 p.m. Limit 12.

Perler Bead Fun
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Get creative with Perler Beads.
Thursdays, June 11-July 30, 6-7:30 p.m. Limit 25.

Pokémon Club*
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Ages 8-13. Join our Pokémon Club! You can trade, battle, and catch ‘em all with new friends!
Tuesdays, June 16 & 30 and July 14 & 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Limit 15.

Huntrix Movie Night*
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Storytime Room – First Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Age 9-13. Enjoy your favorite K-pop movie with ramen noodles!
Wednesday, June 17, 6-7:30 p.m. Limit 30.

Hello Kitty Paper Clips Take-Home Kit
2026-06-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Youth Services Department
Create paper clips with Hello Kitty character toppers. While supplies last.
Friday, June 19

Baby Feet Art*
2026-06-20 10:30 - 11:30 | IL
Birth-18 months with caregiver. Make art with your baby’s feet!
Saturday, June 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Limit 15.
