The Niles District Library is building a community of lifelong learners that want to make Niles their lifelong home. Patrons do not need a library card to participate in any programs and all programs are free.For more information, call (269) 683-8545, email marketing@nileslibrary.net or visit facebook.com/nileslibrary or nileslibrary.com.

Wednesday, Dec. 28
• Multiple times — Storytime day
Squealers (infant to 18 months) meet at 9:30 a.m. Squigglers (18 months to 3 years) meet at 10 and 11 a.m. Storytime (3 to 5 years) meet at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 29
• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — The Connection (Emergency Shelter Services)
This program of Emergency Shelter Services is a one-stop shop for help when housing is threatened, or for referrals and information. Representatives will be at the library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday. For questions or information, contact Stephanie at (269) 277-5055.
• 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. — Storytime
• 1 to 4:30 p.m. — Mahjong
Volunteers are available to teach newbies how to play. Other board games are also available.
• 6 to 7:30 p.m. — Teen Time
Teens are invited to hang out from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings. The library has games, books and a place to study in the new teen department. The library will have a different theme each week and snacks will be provided.

The Niles District Library will be closed Friday, Dec. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 31.