Holiday Closing
NDL will be closed Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 in observance of the holiday.
Camouflage Animals
Tuesday, July 8 | 10:30 am | Rotunda
This amazing show features a variety of live animals from different countries and diverse ecosystems. This is a up-close, hands-on, and safe event.
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Messy Monday: Scratch Art
Messy Monday: Scratch Art
Mondays | 1 pm | MakerSpace | Recommended for Ages 3-12 Messy Monday is a fun art class for kids. Be prepared to get a bit messy! We will be meeting in the MakerSpace. Registration required. June 30th: Scratch Art
Creative Writers Club
Creative Writers Club
Meets Everyother Monday | 6pm - 7:30pm | Community Room | 18+ Attention, authors! Are you looking for a supportive community of fellow writers? Join us every other Monday for the Creative Writers Club! Led by English Professor Joe Coti, sessions include learning new ideas, free writing, and engaging in workshopping. New members are always […]
Evening Storytime
Evening Storytime
Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities Evening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! No registration required. You do not need a library […]
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2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Begins
2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Begins
2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Begins Entry Guidelines: Entry Dates: July 1 – 31, 2025 One entry per participant. All entries must be original works created by the entrant. Plagiarized submissions will be disqualified. Authors retain full rights to their submitted stories. 📄 Submission Instructions: You may fill out a submission cover sheet (available at the Youth Services Desk) and […]
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Kits Available Tuesdays at 10 | Ages 8-18 | Pick up in Youth Services Get ready to level up your cooking skills! Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced culinary artist, you’ll learn how to make something simple and tasty with our to-go kits. Video tutorial can be viewed on our YouTube or […]
Stem Stars: Tweens
Stem Stars: Tweens
Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm | Patti’s Place | Grades 3-5 Attention tween scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required.
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens Weekly on Tuesdays | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | Community Room | Grades 6-12 Attention teen scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required. For more information contact youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.
Acoustic Jam Session
Acoustic Jam Session
Acoustic Jam Session Monthly on the first Tuesday | 5pm - 7:30pm | Rotunda Gallery | 18+ Calling all musicians! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just love to strum along, this new program is for anyone who enjoys making music with others in a relaxed, group setting. Bring your instrument, meet fellow music lovers, […]
Niles Art Association
Niles Art Association
Niles Art Association Monthly on the First Tuesday, April - December | 6 pm - 7:30 pm | Community Room | All Ages Our Mission: Local artists dedicated to enriching our community through the arts. Who We Are: We are a vibrant group of local artists and art supporters, united by our shared passion for […]
Magic: the Gathering
Magic: the Gathering
Tuesdays | 6 – 7 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 8-18 Weekly on Tuesday Come join the wonderful world of Magic: the Gathering, the deck building card game! Battle your friends in a head-to-head strategy game. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 – 10:30 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 2 (recommended) Baby storytime is intended for babies and toddlers. This lapsit program will have one story, one song, and a fingerplay. This program fosters a connection between baby and parent, while teaching them basic Storytime concepts. No registration required. You do […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Thursdays| 11 am - 3 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! Some craft supplies will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Thursdays | 4 - 5:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team A - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
Dewey Crochet Group
Dewey Crochet Group
Dewey Crochet Group 1st and 3rd Thursdays | 6 - 7 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Bring your current crochet project and enjoy a relaxing time with fellow crocheters! Beginners are welcome, and we’re here to help you get started. Don’t have a hook? Borrow one from our Library of Things! This group is […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team B - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
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Messy Monday: Pom Pom Painting
Messy Monday: Pom Pom Painting
Mondays | 1 pm | MakerSpace | Recommended for Ages 3-12 Messy Monday is a fun art class for kids. Be prepared to get a bit messy! We will be meeting in the MakerSpace. Registration required. July 7th: Pom Pom Painting
Evening Storytime
Evening Storytime
Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities Evening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! No registration required. You do not need a library […]
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Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Kits Available Tuesdays at 10 | Ages 8-18 | Pick up in Youth Services Get ready to level up your cooking skills! Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced culinary artist, you’ll learn how to make something simple and tasty with our to-go kits. Video tutorial can be viewed on our YouTube or […]
Camouflage Animals
Camouflage Animals
Camouflage Animals: Tuesday, July 8th at 10:30am in the Rotunda Live Animals Animals display colors for a variety of reasons. An animal's color can protect it from predators by making them difficult to detect. Some animals display colors to attract mates. This amazing show features a variety of animals from different countries and diverse ecosystems. […]
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens Weekly on Tuesdays | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | Community Room | Grades 6-12 Attention teen scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required. For more information contact youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.
Stem Stars: Tweens
Stem Stars: Tweens
Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm | Patti’s Place | Grades 3-5 Attention tween scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required.
Magic: the Gathering
Magic: the Gathering
Tuesdays | 6 – 7 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 8-18 Weekly on Tuesday Come join the wonderful world of Magic: the Gathering, the deck building card game! Battle your friends in a head-to-head strategy game. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
Subject Matter Book Club
Subject Matter Book Club
Second Tuesday of the Month | 6:30pm -7:30pm | Board Room | Ages 18+ What do we read for the Subject Matter Book Club? This is a themed book club where participants are encouraged to choose any book related to the monthly selected subject. Whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, or a graphic novel, you’re free to […]
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 – 10:30 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 2 (recommended) Baby storytime is intended for babies and toddlers. This lapsit program will have one story, one song, and a fingerplay. This program fosters a connection between baby and parent, while teaching them basic Storytime concepts. No registration required. You do […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
Library Stitches Quilt Group
Library Stitches Quilt Group
Library Stitches Quilt Group Meets monthly on the second Wednesday | 12pm - 2pm | Maker Space | 18+ Join our brand-new Library Stitches Quilt Group—be among the first to take part in this exciting program! Do you love quilting or want to learn more, whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter? This new […]
Yoga to Release and De-Stress
Yoga to Release and De-Stress
Yoga to Release and De-Stress Meets every other Wednesday | 6pm - 7pm | Community Room | Ages 18+ In this 60-minute adult class, you will slow down and follow your breath. Connecting breath to movements can improve your posture, reduce joint compression, calm your mind, and increase your focus. We will begin class with […]
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Reweaving Forgotten Histories: Lead Cloth Seals, Fort St. Joseph, and French Textiles
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Reweaving Forgotten Histories: Lead Cloth Seals, Fort St. Joseph, and French Textiles
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Resurgence Expanding Trade in New France Reweaving Forgotten Histories: Lead Cloth Seals, Fort St. Joseph, and French Textiles Wednesday, July 9 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Rotunda | All Ages The Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project Presents Reweaving Forgotten Histories: Lead Cloth Seals, Fort St. Joseph, and French Textiles Cathrine Davis […]
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Thursdays| 11 am - 3 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! Some craft supplies will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Thursdays | 4 - 5:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team A - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
All Abilities Adults Bingo
All Abilities Adults Bingo
All Abilities Adults Bingo Monthly on the second Thursday | 4:30-5:30 pm | Ages 18+ All Abilities Adults is an hour of social fun for adults with intellectual, cognitive, and developmental disabilities. Join us for a friendly game of bingo and enjoy a welcoming space filled with friendship and community! Additional Bingo dates will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team B - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
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Teen Art Class
Teen Art Class
Every other Friday | 4:30 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 12-18 Art is no mistakes, just happy accidents. Join us for this series of joyous art classes! No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event. June 13th: Origami June 27th: Watercolor Whales July 11th: Hungry Hippos July […]
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Toddler Dance Party
Toddler Dance Party
2nd Saturdays | 10:30 – 11 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 5 Join us for this fun music and movement class especially for toddlers. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
Adult Arts & Crafts: Beginner Pastel Art
Adult Arts & Crafts: Beginner Pastel Art
Adult Arts & Crafts: Beginner Pastel Art 2nd Saturday of the month | MakerSpace | 11am – 1pm | Adult 18+ Unleash your creativity with a new craft project each month! Space and supplies are limited, so be sure to RSVP in advance to reserve your spot. Pre-registration is required. You do not need to […]
Baby Playgroup
Baby Playgroup
Select Saturdays | Storytime Room | Birth - age 3 This playgroup will begin with our regular Baby Storytime program, followed by a baby play time with special toys. No registration required.
Friends Book Sale
Friends Book Sale
Friends Book Sale 2nd Saturday of the month (June - August) | 11am - 1pm | Rucilla (Lower Level) | All Ages Stop by and support the Friends of the Niles District Library and the Niles History Center! They’ll be hosting a monthly book sale on the second Saturday of each month from June through […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Second Saturday of each month | 12 pm - 2 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! […]
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Messy Monday: Pinwheel Pointillism
Messy Monday: Pinwheel Pointillism
Mondays | 1 pm | MakerSpace | Recommended for Ages 3-12 Messy Monday is a fun art class for kids. Be prepared to get a bit messy! We will be meeting in the MakerSpace. Registration required. July 14th: Pinwheel Pointillism
Friends of the NDL and NHC Board Meeting
Friends of the NDL and NHC Board Meeting
Friends of the Niles District Library and Niles History Center Board Meeting Meets Every Other Month on the Second Monday | 4pm | Board Room | All Ages The Friends of the Niles District Library and Niles History Center is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, they raise funds for programs and services that further our shared goals of preserving and celebrating […]
Teen and Tween Book Club: Impossible Creatures
Teen and Tween Book Club: Impossible Creatures
Tween and Teen Book Club: Monday, July 14th @ 6:00pm Patti’s Place Tween and Teen Book Club is a free choice book discussion. Let’s chat about the wonderful books, while we do a fun craft. If you would like to read the same book as Ms. Tara, we will have copies available to pick up. […]
Creative Writers Club
Creative Writers Club
Meets Everyother Monday | 6pm - 7:30pm | Community Room | 18+ Attention, authors! Are you looking for a supportive community of fellow writers? Join us every other Monday for the Creative Writers Club! Led by English Professor Joe Coti, sessions include learning new ideas, free writing, and engaging in workshopping. New members are always […]
Evening Storytime
Evening Storytime
Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities Evening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! No registration required. You do not need a library […]
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Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Kits Available Tuesdays at 10 | Ages 8-18 | Pick up in Youth Services Get ready to level up your cooking skills! Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced culinary artist, you’ll learn how to make something simple and tasty with our to-go kits. Video tutorial can be viewed on our YouTube or […]
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens Weekly on Tuesdays | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | Community Room | Grades 6-12 Attention teen scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required. For more information contact youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.
Stem Stars: Tweens
Stem Stars: Tweens
Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm | Patti’s Place | Grades 3-5 Attention tween scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required.
Magic: the Gathering
Magic: the Gathering
Tuesdays | 6 – 7 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 8-18 Weekly on Tuesday Come join the wonderful world of Magic: the Gathering, the deck building card game! Battle your friends in a head-to-head strategy game. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
Coffee With A Lawyer: Estate Planning with Gwendolyn Powell Braswell, Legacy Counsel, Trust & Estate Law
Coffee With A Lawyer: Estate Planning with Gwendolyn Powell Braswell, Legacy Counsel, Trust & Estate Law
Coffee With A Lawyer: Estate Planning with Gwendolyn Powell Braswell, Legacy Counsel, Trust & Estate Law Tuesday, July 15 | 6 pm - 7 pm | Board Room | Adults 18+ Got legal questions about a specific topic? Join us for a relaxed coffee hour with a local attorney—each session focuses on a different area […]
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 – 10:30 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 2 (recommended) Baby storytime is intended for babies and toddlers. This lapsit program will have one story, one song, and a fingerplay. This program fosters a connection between baby and parent, while teaching them basic Storytime concepts. No registration required. You do […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
Readers Circle Book Club
Readers Circle Book Club
Readers Circle Book Club Third Wednesday of the month | 6:30 pm -7: 30 pm | Board Room | Ages 18+ Readers Circle members engage in enlightening, thought-provoking discussions about books from a wide range of genres. It's the perfect space for passionate readers; new members are always welcome! 2025 January 15 - The Past […]
Online 2025 Summer Lecture Series: Prairie Ambitions: French Exploration on the Edge of Empire
Online 2025 Summer Lecture Series: Prairie Ambitions: French Exploration on the Edge of Empire
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Resurgence Expanding Trade In New France Prairie Ambitions: French Exploration on the Edge of Empire Wednesday, July 16 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Rotunda | All Ages The Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project Presents Prairie Ambitions: French Exploration on the Edge of Empire Andrew J. Robinson State Archaeologist of North Dakota, […]
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Thursdays| 11 am - 3 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! Some craft supplies will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Thursdays | 4 - 5:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team A - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team B - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
Dewey Crochet Group
Dewey Crochet Group
Dewey Crochet Group 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month | 6pm - 7pm | MakerSpace* | Ages 18+ Bring your current crochet project and enjoy a relaxing time with fellow crocheters! Beginners are welcome, and we’re here to help you get started. Don’t have a hook? Borrow one from our Library of Things! This […]
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NDL Storytime Hike: Madeline Bertrand County Park
NDL Storytime Hike: Madeline Bertrand County Park
NDL Storytime Hike: Madeline Bertrand County Park Friday, July 18 | 10:30am - 11:30am | Madeline Bertrand County Park | All Ages (onsite parking available) Join us for a guided nature hike! The hike will be led by a Naturalist from Berrien County Parks. We'll meet in front of the park office—please arrive early, as the hike […]
Coffee With A Lawyer: Bankruptcy With Thomas R. Betker, Armstrong, Betker & Schaeffer PLC
Coffee With A Lawyer: Bankruptcy With Thomas R. Betker, Armstrong, Betker & Schaeffer PLC
Coffee With A Lawyer: Bankruptcy With Thomas R. Betker, Armstrong, Betker & Schaeffer PLC Friday, July 18 | 11 am - 12 pm | Board Room | Adults 18+ Got legal questions about a specific topic? Join us for a relaxed coffee hour with a local attorney—each session focuses on a different area of law. […]
Teen Gaming: Betrayal at the House on the Hill
Teen Gaming: Betrayal at the House on the Hill
Teen Gaming: 1:00pm Moyser Put on your game face and test out some items from our Library of Things. Want to continue playing? Have your parent or guardian get sign up to check out from our Things Collection! Teens will meet with Matt every other Friday afternoon this summer. Ages 12-18. July 18th: Betrayal at […]
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Chess Club – Instructional
Chess Club – Instructional
3rd Saturdays | 10:30 – 11:30 am | Youth Services | All Ages & Abilities Love to play chess? All ages and abilities are welcome! Don't know how to play? No worries, we can teach you! No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
Jr. Garden Club: Berry Painting
Jr. Garden Club: Berry Painting
Jr. Garden Club: Saturday, July 19th @ 1 pm Hey, budding gardeners. Get ready to dig into some new projects this summer! Join Ms. Ann in the Youth Services Area for a fun, possibly messy, nature themed program. Theme: Berry Painting
Teen and Tween Green Thumbs: Berry Painting
Teen and Tween Green Thumbs: Berry Painting
Tween & Teen Green Thumbs: Saturday, July 19th @ 2:30pm Looking for a program that will let your natural talents bloom? Want to get your hands dirty at the library? Join Ms Ann in the YS area for some good times. Theme: Berry Painting
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club: Character Naming
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club: Character Naming
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club at 4:00pm following Tween Green Thumbs: Join us for a new teen and tween writing community where you can share your ideas, provide inspiration to your peers, and write in a fun, safe environment. This is immediately following Teen and Tween Green Thumbs, so come for gardening, and stay for […]
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All Abilities Adults Bingo
All Abilities Adults Bingo
All Abilities Adults Bingo Monthly on the Third Monday | 10 - 11am | Ages 18+ All Abilities Adults is an hour of social fun for adults with intellectual, cognitive, and developmental disabilities. Join us for a friendly game of bingo and enjoy a welcoming space filled with friendship and community! Additional Bingo dates will […]
Messy Monday: Fork Monsters
Messy Monday: Fork Monsters
Mondays | 1 pm | MakerSpace | Recommended for Ages 3-12 Messy Monday is a fun art class for kids. Be prepared to get a bit messy! We will be meeting in the MakerSpace. Registration required. July 21st: Fork Monsters
The Book Was Better Book Club
The Book Was Better Book Club
The Book Was Better Book Club Every 3rd Monday of the month | 6pm - 7pm | Board Room | Ages 18+ Join The Book Was Better Book Club! We’ll dive into books that have been adapted into movies or TV shows, comparing the two and sharing our thoughts. Perfect for book and film lovers […]
Evening Storytime
Evening Storytime
Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities Evening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! No registration required. You do not need a library […]
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Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Kits Available Tuesdays at 10 | Ages 8-18 | Pick up in Youth Services Get ready to level up your cooking skills! Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced culinary artist, you’ll learn how to make something simple and tasty with our to-go kits. Video tutorial can be viewed on our YouTube or […]
Minecraft Pirate Quest Adventure
Minecraft Pirate Quest Adventure
Minecraft Pirate Quest Adventure: Tuesday, July 22nd at 1:00pm in the Board Room Embark a high-stakes pirate adventure! Explore mysterious islands, outsmart cunning traps, and engage in epic naval battles with pirate ships. This event is for ages 10 to 18. Limit of 10 spaces available. We will meet in the Board Room. Registration required. […]
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens Weekly on Tuesdays | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | Community Room | Grades 6-12 Attention teen scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required. For more information contact youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.
Stem Stars: Tweens
Stem Stars: Tweens
Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm | Patti’s Place | Grades 3-5 Attention tween scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required.
Magic: the Gathering
Magic: the Gathering
Tuesdays | 6 – 7 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 8-18 Weekly on Tuesday Come join the wonderful world of Magic: the Gathering, the deck building card game! Battle your friends in a head-to-head strategy game. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
Book To Table Book Club
Book To Table Book Club
Book To Table Book Club Meeting on the 4th Tuesday of the Month | 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Board Room | Ages 18+ Love books and tasty bites? Join Book to Table Book Club, our unique book club where literature meets food! Each month, we’ll gather to discuss our latest read while sharing snacks. Bring a […]
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 – 10:30 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 2 (recommended) Baby storytime is intended for babies and toddlers. This lapsit program will have one story, one song, and a fingerplay. This program fosters a connection between baby and parent, while teaching them basic Storytime concepts. No registration required. You do […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
Yoga to Release and De-Stress
Yoga to Release and De-Stress
Yoga to Release and De-Stress Meets every other Wednesday | 6pm - 7pm | Community Room | Ages 18+ In this 60-minute adult class, you will slow down and follow your breath. Connecting breath to movements can improve your posture, reduce joint compression, calm your mind, and increase your focus. We will begin class with […]
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Archaeological Evidence of French Activities in Northern Indiana: Where is the Fur Trade?
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Archaeological Evidence of French Activities in Northern Indiana: Where is the Fur Trade?
2025 Summer Lecture Series: Resurgence Expanding Trade In New France Archaeological Evidence of French Activities in Northern Indiana: Where is the Fur Trade? Wednesday, July 23 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Rotunda | All Ages The Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project Presents Archaeological Evidence of French Activities in Northern Indiana: Where is the Fur Trade? […]
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Thursdays| 11 am - 3 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! Some craft supplies will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Thursdays | 4 - 5:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team A - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team B - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
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Teen Art Class
Teen Art Class
Every other Friday | 4:30 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 12-18 Art is no mistakes, just happy accidents. Join us for this series of joyous art classes! No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event. June 13th: Origami June 27th: Watercolor Whales July 11th: Hungry Hippos July […]
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Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults Every other Saturday | 1 - 3 pm | Lower Level Classroom | Ages 18+ Embark on an epic journey with our library-led Dungeon Master in a thrilling game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition! Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or brand new to the game, all are welcome. We meet every other Saturday, and all […]
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Messy Monday: Macaroni Necklaces
Messy Monday: Macaroni Necklaces
Mondays | 1 pm | MakerSpace | Recommended for Ages 3-12 Messy Monday is a fun art class for kids. Be prepared to get a bit messy! We will be meeting in the MakerSpace. Registration required. July 28th: Macaroni Necklaces
Creative Writers Club
Creative Writers Club
Meets Everyother Monday | 6pm - 7:30pm | Community Room | 18+ Attention, authors! Are you looking for a supportive community of fellow writers? Join us every other Monday for the Creative Writers Club! Led by English Professor Joe Coti, sessions include learning new ideas, free writing, and engaging in workshopping. New members are always […]
Evening Storytime
Evening Storytime
Mondays | 6:30 pm | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities Evening Storytime is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful night together as a family. We will have three themed stories and wiggle songs, followed by a craft. Feel free to wear your jammies! No registration required. You do not need a library […]
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Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Tween & Teen Cooking to Go
Kits Available Tuesdays at 10 | Ages 8-18 | Pick up in Youth Services Get ready to level up your cooking skills! Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced culinary artist, you’ll learn how to make something simple and tasty with our to-go kits. Video tutorial can be viewed on our YouTube or […]
Minecraft Lost Egypt Adventure
Minecraft Lost Egypt Adventure
Minecraft Lost Egypt Adventure: Tuesday, July 29th at 1:00pm in the Board Room Ages 10-18 Unleash your inner explorer in Ancient Egypt! Solve puzzles, navigate traps, and battle mobs to uncover the secrets and hidden tombs of the Great Pyramid Limit of 10 spaces available. We will meet in the Board Room. Registration required. Please […]
Stem Stars: Tweens
Stem Stars: Tweens
Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm | Patti’s Place | Grades 3-5 Attention tween scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required.
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens
Stem Stars: Teens Weekly on Tuesdays | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm | Community Room | Grades 6-12 Attention teen scientists! This program has you exercising your brains with fun STEM-themed activities! Admission is free. No registration is required. For more information contact youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.
Magic: the Gathering
Magic: the Gathering
Tuesdays | 6 – 7 pm | Patti's Place | Ages 8-18 Weekly on Tuesday Come join the wonderful world of Magic: the Gathering, the deck building card game! Battle your friends in a head-to-head strategy game. No registration required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
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Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 – 10:30 am | Storytime Room | Birth - Age 2 (recommended) Baby storytime is intended for babies and toddlers. This lapsit program will have one story, one song, and a fingerplay. This program fosters a connection between baby and parent, while teaching them basic Storytime concepts. No registration required. You do […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
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2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Ends
2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Ends
2025 Niles District Library Writing Contest Ends This is the last day to submit your work. Entry Guidelines: Entry Dates: July 1 – 31, 2025 One entry per participant. All entries must be original works created by the entrant. Plagiarized submissions will be disqualified. Authors retain full rights to their submitted stories. 📄 Submission Instructions: You may fill out a submission […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
// Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:30-11 am | Storytime Room | All Ages & Abilities // Join us for Storytime! There will be three stories, two songs, and a craft. This Storytime introduces preschool concepts and routines to prepare your little one for school. No registration required. You do not need a library card to […]
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours
MakerSpace & Library of Things Open Hours Thursdays| 11 am - 3 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 18+ Come into the MakerSpace, explore the Library of Things, or utilize our space for your project. There are a variety of tools available for you to use - the possibilities are endless! Some craft supplies will be […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team A
Thursdays | 4 - 5:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team A - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D) Team B
Thursdays | 6 - 7:30 pm | Board Room | Ages 13-18 Teen D&D Club Team B - A game based around role-playing as a character you, the player designs, in a fantasy-based world. You and the others players create adventures and become heroes of the world. The Dungeon Master weaves the tale your characters […]
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Teen Gaming: Call of Cthulhu
Teen Gaming: Call of Cthulhu
Teen Gaming: 1:00pm Moyser Put on your game face and test out some items from our Library of Things. Want to continue playing? Have your parent or guardian get sign up to check out from our Things Collection! Teens will meet with Matt every other Friday afternoon this summer. Ages 12-18 August 1st- Call of […]
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Chess Tournament
Chess Tournament
First Saturdays | 10:30 am - 2 pm | *Rotunda | All Ages Chess Tournaments are for Chess Federation members. If you would like to join us for an official UCF Tournament, stop by the Rotunda. 3R, SWISS, G:45 Niles District Library 10 AM show (10:30 start) No registration required. You do not need a […]
TreeClimbers Genealogy Group
TreeClimbers Genealogy Group
TreeClimbers Genealogy Group First Saturday of the month | 10:30AM -12PM | Board Room | Ages 18+ Get started on the journey of uncovering your family history! No experience is required to participate in the TreeClimbers group; beginners are welcome! Join us to share your findings and support others in their own family quest! No […]
Jr. Garden Club: Glass Suncatchers
Jr. Garden Club: Glass Suncatchers
Jr. Garden Club: Saturday, August 2nd @ 1 pm Hey, budding gardeners. Get ready to dig into some new projects this summer! Join Ms. Ann in the Youth Services Area for a fun, possibly messy, nature themed program. Theme: Glass Suncatchers
Teen and Tween Green Thumbs: Glass Suncatchers
Teen and Tween Green Thumbs: Glass Suncatchers
Tween & Teen Green Thumbs: Saturday, August 2nd @ 2:30pm Looking for a program that will let your natural talents bloom? Want to get your hands dirty at the library? Join Ms Ann in the YS area for some good thymes. Theme: Glass Sun Catchers
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club: Message Behind the Story
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club: Message Behind the Story
Teen and Tween Writer’s Club at 4:00pm following Tween Green Thumbs: Join us for a new teen and tween writing community where you can share your ideas, provide inspiration to your peers, and write in a fun, safe environment. This is immediately following Teen and Tween Green Thumbs, so come for gardening, and stay for […]
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