Northlake Public Library District

Creative Crafting: Mushroom Jars
2023-05-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Second Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Calling all cottage core lovers! In this creative craft, we’ll use clay to transform small jars into enchanting little mushroom fairy houses. When we’re done, they’ll be adorable, functional, and all yours. Ages 13-18.

Snacks and Studying
2023-05-20 13:00 - 16:30, 2023-05-21 13:00 - 16:30, 2023-05-22 15:00 - 20:30, 2023-05-23 15:00 - 20:30, 2023-05-24 15:00 - 20:30, 2023-05-25 15:00 - 20:30 | Second Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Take advantage of the quiet of the library to study or work on final projects. We’ll provide snacks, beverages, and study supplies to fend off the brain fog of under-fueled studying.

Creative Crafting: Graduation Cap Decorating
2023-05-20 13:30 - 15:30 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Seniors, it’s time to celebrate your graduation in style! Join us for our Graduation Cap Decorating Program at the library and create a cap that represents all your hard work and success. With blank caps provided, you can let your creativity run wild and design a cap that’s uniquely you without breaking your school’s rules on graduation attire. It’s a fun and memorable way to commemorate this momentous achievement. Don’t miss out on this chance to personalize your cap and make it a true work of art! Open to graduating high school seniors.

Creative Crafting: PRIDE Pins
2023-06-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Let your artistic side shine this Pride Month. Step into a world of endless possibilities as we combine artistry and advocacy. Using the magic of Shrinky Dink material, you’ll transform your ideas into tangible Pride Pins that reflect your personal journey and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

Karaoke
2023-06-15 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-07-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Channel your inner rockstar! Join us for Karaoke and sing your heart out to your favorite tunes. We’ll provide the microphone, you bring the star power. Don’t be shy, come show us what you’ve got! Snacks will be provided.

Board Games & Pizza
2023-06-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-07-08 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-08-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Pizza and board games, a perfect match. Bring your friends and challenge them to a game of Monopoly, Trouble, Chess, or any other game from our collection. We’ll provide the pizza, you bring your A-game!

Creative Crafting: Rainbow Bookbinding
2023-06-22 13:30 - 15:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Learn a simple bookbinding technique that will allow you to craft beautiful journals bursting with color. Fill the pages with your stories, sketches, and reflections, and let your imagination soar.

Giant Bowling
2023-06-29 13:30 - 15:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Battle your friends in Giant Bowling by using beach ball bowling balls to knock over giant blow up bowling pins! Winner will be crowned Giant Bowling Champion of the summer.

Creative Crafting: Paint by Number
2023-07-06 13:30 - 15:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Join our paint by number program and discover the joy of creating captivating artwork with ease. With numbered sections and a variety of vibrant paints, you’ll experience the thrill of watching your canvas come to life.

Creative Crafting: Edible Sculptures
2023-07-20 13:30 - 15:00 | Meeting room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Unleash your inner sculptor and indulge your taste buds as you create edible masterpieces that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.

Minute to Win It
2023-07-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Do you have what it takes to win in under 60 seconds? Join us for Minute to Win It and put your skills to the test. From cup stacking to wastepaper basketball, we have a variety of games that will keep you on your toes!

Shrekfest 2023
2023-08-03 13:30 - 15:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Get ready for a swamp-load of fun at Shrekfest 2023! Dress up as your favorite character, play some games, watch Shrek on the big screen, and enjoy some themed snacks.

Paint by Numbers
2023-09-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Create beautiful landscapes using acrylic paints on canvas. Ages 13-18.

Selena Pizza Party!
2023-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Enjoy a slice of pizza, listen to music, play games, and earn prizes while celebrating all things Selena!

Eras Friendship Bracelet Make & Take
2023-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Prepare for the Eras tour movie dropping this weekend by making some Swiftie friendship bracelets! Come dressed as your favorite Era, listen to music, enjoy some snacks, and even trade bracelets!

Sugar Skull Cookie Decorating
2023-10-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Learn about Day of the Dead while decorating sugar cookies with a scrumptious buttercream frosting of various colors. Ages 13-18.

Halloween Party
2023-10-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
We’ll have tricks in the form of spooky games and treats in the form of piles of candy! Dress in your spookiest attire. Ages 13-18.

Karaoke Party
2023-11-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Meeting room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Sing your heart out and cheer your friends on by enjoying some tunes. Snacks will be provided.

Edible Cookie Dough
2023-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | IL
Learn to make an easy edible cookie dough and use a variety of tasty treats to make different combinations!

Slice of Trivia: Music Edition
2023-11-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Program Room – Lower Level, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Think you know the difference between Becky G or Karol G? What about all the lyrics to Titi Me Pregunto? Test your music knowledge and enjoy some pizza with your own teen trivia night!

Gingerbread House Decorating
2023-12-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Grab some supplies and create your own gingerbread house!

Hot Cocoa Mix Ornaments
2023-12-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Meeting Room – 2nd Floor, 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, 60164, United States
Create some easy holiday gifts by making your own ornaments filled with hot cocoa mix.
