Niles District Library

Baby Storytime
2025-10-01 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
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 not need a library card to attend this FREE event.

Preschool Storytime
2025-10-01 10:30, 2025-10-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-08 10:30, 2025-10-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-15 10:30, 2025-10-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-22 10:30, 2025-10-23 10:30 - 11:00 and 2 more dates
// 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 attend this FREE event.

Evening Storytime
2025-10-06 18:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-13 18:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-20 18:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-27 18:30 - 19:00
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 card to attend this FREE event.

Toddler Dance Party
2025-10-11 10:30 - 11:00
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.

NDL Hikes: Storytime at Madeline Bertrand County Park
2025-10-17 08:00 - 17:00
NDL Hikes: Storytime at Madeline Bertrand County Park
Friday, June 19 | 10:30am – 11:30am | Madeline Bertrand County Park | kids

Join us at Madeline Bertrand County Park for a special Storytime and Guided Hike! Meet at the Topenebee Shelter for Storytime, then explore the trails on a hike led by a Berrien County Parks Naturalist.
Directions: 3038 Adams Road, Niles, MI 49120
Hike Description: This is an easy-to-moderate hike.
Suggested Supplies: Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes for uneven terrain and dress in weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing. Bring water, binoculars, and a camera if you’d like to take photos. Hiking poles can also be helpful.

Please note:

Parking is available in the park.
There are restrooms available at this location.
The library will not be providing transportation to or from this event.
In the event of bad weather, the hike will be rescheduled to Friday, July 17, 2026, at the same time.

No registration is required. You do not need a library card to attend this FREE event.
For more information, please contact Niles District Library at Youthservices@nileslibrary.net or call 269-683-8545.

PBS Kids: Weather Hunters Screening
2025-10-18 10:30 - 11:30
PBS Kids will be having a screening of their new television show, Weather Hunters! Children will be able to watch the first episode, do a weather science experiment, and there will also be a weather craft.

Pumpkin Painting
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00
Pumpkin Painting

Saturday, October 25 | 10 am – 12 pm | MakerSpace | Ages 6 – 18+

Bring a pumpkin to paint and enter it in the Niles Fall Festival Pumpkin Decorating Contest, sponsored by the Niles Public Arts Commission. Pumpkins will not be provided.
No registration is required. You do not need a library card to participate in this event.
For more information, please contact Niles District Library at programming@nileslibrary.net or 269-683-8545.
Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest Rules
1. Eligibility
The contest is open to all individuals ages 6 to 100+.
2. Entry Categories

Carved Pumpkins
Decorated Pumpkins (Non-Carved)

3. Entry Guidelines

All pumpkins must be family-friendly and appropriate for all audiences.
Carved entries may include traditional carving or creative cutouts.
Decorated entries may feature paint, accessories, fabric, or other non-carving methods.
Only real pumpkins are allowed—no artificial pumpkins.
All entries must be the original work of the participant(s).

4. Submission Details
Pumpkins must be dropped off on Saturday, October 25, at the Niles History Center between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM.
5. Judging and Prize
Winners will be announced at 2:30 PM.
All pumpkins must be picked up by 4:00 PM on Saturday. The venue cannot guarantee the safety of entries left overnight.
Cash prizes will be awarded in four age groups:

Ages 6–8
Ages 9–12
Ages 13–17
Ages 18+

This event is proudly sponsored by the Niles Public Arts Commission.

Jr. Garden Club: Vampire Deterrent
2025-10-25 13:00 - 14:00
Jr. Garden Club: Saturday, October 25th @ 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: Vampire Deterrent
