Teens

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Check our calendar to see what teen events are coming up. We have crafts, board game hangouts, parties, movie nights, and many many other fun activities. Ages 13-18.

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Snack Cart

Lobby 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, United States

Grab a snack or two from our Snack Cart! The snack cart is run by students from the Leyden Transitions program. This program helps students learn life skills and job...

Snack Cart

Lobby 231 N Wolf Road, Northlake, IL, United States

Grab a snack or two from our Snack Cart! The snack cart is run by students from the Leyden Transitions program. This program helps students learn life skills and job...

Gingerbread House Decorating

Come in and decorate a pre-built gingerbread house with all of your favorite frostings and candies.

DIY Sugar Scrub Ornaments

Makerspace - 2nd Floor 231 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake, United States

Make your own sugar scrub using essential oils in an ornament to give as a gift or keep for yourself.

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Discord

Looking for a fun and engaging way to connect with fellow book lovers, win giveaways, and stay up to date with all the exciting events happening at the library? Look no further than our Library Discord Server!

The NPLD Teen Server is a vibrant and welcoming community where you can chat with other teens in the area, share your thoughts on the latest books and movies, and discover new titles to add to your reading list. But that’s not all! We also host exciting contests where you can win fantastic prizes, including free books, gift cards, movie tickets, LEGO sets, and more.

Need help finding your next great read or film? Our server is the perfect place to get recommendations from other library-goers who share your interests. Plus, you’ll always be in the loop about upcoming crafts, parties, activities, and other events.

And if you’re a student looking for ways to earn community service hours, our Discord Server is a great place to get the latest information on volunteering opportunities at the library and beyond, and we’ll even provide tips and guidance on how to complete your hours and make a difference in your community.

So what are you waiting for? Join our Discord Server by filling out the form and start connecting with a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for books, movies, games, and community service. We can’t wait to see you there!

Community Service

NPLD welcomes all applications for school or club related volunteering. Spots are limited, and while we cannot guarantee placement, we strive to accommodate all applicants. Applications must be turned in to the Adult Services Department on the second floor of the library or emailed to ccontreras@northlakelibrary.org.

Volunteering is self-scheduled. Volunteers will be able to assist the library as much (up to 10 hours a week) or as little as they need. Activities for volunteering can look like everything from:

  • Helping us prepare for a program or event
  • Helping us run and/or clean up for an event
  • Creating displays for books, media, or services
  • Writing book reviews on behalf of our Goodreads account
  • Promoting the library on social media
  • Advising our Teen Librarian on the Teen Discord Server
  • Or, even, your own idea
    • example 1: One of our volunteers started an SAT Prep Club and led it weekly.
    • example 2: We had some volunteers who made posters advocating for library services and put them up in the windows of their houses during COVID shut down.