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Mahjong Mondays

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room 218 - library upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults

Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Conference Room 218 - library upper-level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group

Creative Mondays

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Children, School-Age

Creative Mondays are here and tweens will learn a new craft skill. Children ages 8-12 years are invited to come learn a new skill. 

Each week we will work on a new craft skill. This week is Quilling

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Age Group: Children, School-Age
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Creative Mondays are here and tweens will learn a new craft skill. Children ages 8-12 years are invited to come learn a new skill. 

Each week we will work on a new craft skill. This week is Quilling

This event is in the "School-Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Musical Mondays

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Room 148-2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Age Group:
School-Age, Teens

Swap favorite songs, build playlists, and work on activities focusing on different styles of music! This program is for ages 12 to 18

This session we will be doing Musical Parodies & Mad Libs. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-2
Age Group: School-Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Event Details:

Swap favorite songs, build playlists, and work on activities focusing on different styles of music! This program is for ages 12 to 18

This session we will be doing Musical Parodies & Mad Libs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cookbook Club

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Room 148-1&2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults

Join food enthusiasts at Northland's cookbook club! Home cooks of any skill level are welcome as we explore dishes from various cookbooks.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-1&2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Join food enthusiasts at Northland's cookbook club! Home cooks of any skill level are welcome as we explore dishes from various cookbooks.

This event is in the "Children" group

Adventures in Nonfiction: Enro Rubik and His Magic Cube

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Room 148-1 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a 45-minute storytime all about Enro Rubik, creator of the Rubik Cube, and have some puzzle-filled fun!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a 45-minute storytime all about Enro Rubik, creator of the Rubik Cube, and have some puzzle-filled fun!

Handwriting workshop for First and Second grades

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library

Putting pen(cil) to paper is the first step step in making the connection to how writing relates to literacy.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Registration Required
Event Details:

Putting pen(cil) to paper is the first step step in making the connection to how writing relates to literacy.

This event is in the "School-Age" group

Pokémon Masters Club

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
School-Age

Calling all Pokémon Trainers! We're challenging Trainers ages 6–13 to come and dive into the Pokémon world with us. Trade and show off your cards, tackle a fun Pokémon-themed activity, and test your skills with Pokémon games!

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Calling all Pokémon Trainers! We're challenging Trainers ages 6–13 to come and dive into the Pokémon world with us. Trade and show off your cards, tackle a fun Pokémon-themed activity, and test your skills with Pokémon games!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Nonfiction at Northland

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room 218 - library upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Group Discussion, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults

From current events to nature and science to interesting historical stories, join other nonfiction readers the first Tuesday of each month to discuss books on a wide variety of topics. 

This month's selection: 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Conference Room 218 - library upper-level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Group Discussion, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

From current events to nature and science to interesting historical stories, join other nonfiction readers the first Tuesday of each month to discuss books on a wide variety of topics. 

This month's selection: 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Learning Garden at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, School-Age, Families, All Ages

Join us for Family Storytime! Come relax outdoors, and enjoy picture book stories perfect for children of all ages and their grown-ups. We’ll share stories, songs, and fun together in our beautiful garden space. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Learning Garden
Age Group: Children, School-Age, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Ongoing Program, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Family Storytime! Come relax outdoors, and enjoy picture book stories perfect for children of all ages and their grown-ups. We’ll share stories, songs, and fun together in our beautiful garden space. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

FEEDING TIME AT THE LIBRARY!

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
Children & Teen Department at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, All Ages

At 10 a.m. sharp every Thursday from June 18 to July 30, join the Northland Children and Teen Services librarians to watch as we feed Bubbles (our axolotl) and our fish.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Children & Teen Department
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

At 10 a.m. sharp every Thursday from June 18 to July 30, join the Northland Children and Teen Services librarians to watch as we feed Bubbles (our axolotl) and our fish.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Block Party!

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Room 148-1&2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Children, Families

Families with children of all ages are welcome to come on down to the library for building fun! Wooden blocks and Legos will be available for children to create whatever they can imagine. 

No registration required.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-1&2
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Families with children of all ages are welcome to come on down to the library for building fun! Wooden blocks and Legos will be available for children to create whatever they can imagine. 

No registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Artistic Afternoons

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Teens

Teens ages 12-18 can join us for an hour of artistic expression and crafting!  

No registration required.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-18 can join us for an hour of artistic expression and crafting!  

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

NPLA Board Finance Committee Meeting

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room & Virtual at Northland Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

NPLA Board Committee Meeting will have both virtual and in-person options. Registration is required for virtual attendance only. Members of the public wishing to attend in-person do not have to register.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Board Room & Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

NPLA Board Committee Meeting will have both virtual and in-person options. Registration is required for virtual attendance only. Members of the public wishing to attend in-person do not have to register.

This event is in the "School-Age" group

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Room 148-2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Age

Children in grades kindergarten and up will get 10 minutes to read to a certified therapy dog.  Bring your own book or use one of ours!  

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-2
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children in grades kindergarten and up will get 10 minutes to read to a certified therapy dog.  Bring your own book or use one of ours!  

This event is in the "School-Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pic-Fic Fridays

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Learning Garden at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
School-Age, Teens

Bring a snack or your lunch and settle in as we read a new story together. Come discover your next favorite book during this relaxing lunchtime program. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Learning Garden
Age Group: School-Age, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Bring a snack or your lunch and settle in as we read a new story together. Come discover your next favorite book during this relaxing lunchtime program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Booked for Lunch

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Conference Room 218 - library upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Group Discussion, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults

No matter what type of book you enjoy reading, you'll love talking about our monthly selections with fellow book lovers. 

Bring along a brown bag lunch to eat while chatting before we start our book discussion at noon. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Conference Room 218 - library upper-level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Group Discussion, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

No matter what type of book you enjoy reading, you'll love talking about our monthly selections with fellow book lovers. 

Bring along a brown bag lunch to eat while chatting before we start our book discussion at noon. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group

Pokémon Playtime!

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room 148-2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Preschool, School-Age

Gotta catch 'em all! Young Pokémon fans ages 3–6 are invited to join us for an hour of Pokémon playtime adventures. We're going to have blocks, toys, and games to play with new friends! 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-2
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age
Program Type: Hobbies, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Gotta catch 'em all! Young Pokémon fans ages 3–6 are invited to join us for an hour of Pokémon playtime adventures. We're going to have blocks, toys, and games to play with new friends! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

After-Hours Murder Mystery

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

THERE HAS BEEN A MURDER!!! Can you figure out who the culprit is before they strike again? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to take on the persona of murder suspects for this after-hours mystery. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library lower-level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

THERE HAS BEEN A MURDER!!! Can you figure out who the culprit is before they strike again? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to take on the persona of murder suspects for this after-hours mystery. 

CLOSED for Summer Hours

All Day
Northland Public Library

Closed for summer hours

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Event Details:

Closed for summer hours

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong Mondays

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room 218 - library upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults

Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Conference Room 218 - library upper-level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group

Creative Mondays

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Children, School-Age

Creative Mondays are here and tweens will learn a new craft skill. Children ages 8-12 years are invited to come learn a new skill. 

Each week we will work on a new craft skill. This week is French Knitting

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Age Group: Children, School-Age
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Creative Mondays are here and tweens will learn a new craft skill. Children ages 8-12 years are invited to come learn a new skill. 

Each week we will work on a new craft skill. This week is French Knitting

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School-Age" group

Story Explorers Book Club

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children, School-Age

This program is hosted by the Girl Scouts. Calling all young readers and adventurers! Join us for a fun and welcoming group for kids ages 6 through 12 who love stories. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Age Group: Children, School-Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is hosted by the Girl Scouts. Calling all young readers and adventurers! Join us for a fun and welcoming group for kids ages 6 through 12 who love stories. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Room 148-1 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Group Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Next Chapter Book Clubs began in 2002 to provide meaningful opportunities for life-long learning, social connections, and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Group Discussion
Event Details:

Next Chapter Book Clubs began in 2002 to provide meaningful opportunities for life-long learning, social connections, and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Handwriting workshop for First and Second grades

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room 108 - library lower-level at Northland Public Library

Putting pen(cil) to paper is the first step step in making the connection to how writing relates to literacy.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 108 - library lower-level
Registration Required
Event Details:

Putting pen(cil) to paper is the first step step in making the connection to how writing relates to literacy.