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

Monday, Oct. 23

• 6-7 p.m. – Tween Game Night

Calling all tweens ages 9-12!  Join the library for a fun night playing board games and card games.  Snacks will be provided.

• 7-8 p.m. – CDA Niles

The primary purpose of CDA as a whole is to remain clean and to help others like us gain recovery. By sharing experience, strength, and hope with each other, people solve a common problem and help others recover from chemical dependence which has made our lives unmanageable.

Tuesday, Oct. 24

• 10:30 a.m. – Passport Pals

Join the library each Tuesday for a special storytime tour of the world.

• 2 & 5 p.m. – Geo Treckers

For kids ages 6 and up.

• 6-7 p.m.- Chips and Chapters

Every Tuesday, Ms. Tara will read aloud from a chapter book.

• 6-7:30 p.m.- Women’s 12-Step Meeting

Women in search of support working through the 12 steps of AA may attend.

• 6:30-7:30 p.m.- Pajama Storytime

This evening Storytime is for the entire family.  We will be reading stories on a theme, musical numbers, and a craft to end our time.  Also, feel free to wear your jammies.

• 6:30-8 p.m.- Olive Branch Book Club

Come be a part of the very first bar book club in Niles! To register and pick up your book, come to the library’s information desk or call (269)-683-8545, x112.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

• Multiple times – Storytime day 

Squealers (birth-18 months) at 9:30 AM; Squeakers (18 months-3 years) at 10:00 AM; Squigglers (18 months-5 years) at 10:30 a.m.; Storytime (kids ages 3+) at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m..

• 1-4 p.m.- Michigan Works/ Kinexus

Talent Development Specialists can help people register for unemployment, evaluate their strengths and skills, edit or help update their resume, sharpen their interview skills and more.

• 7-8 p.m.- CDA Niles

Chemically Dependent Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship for anyone seeking freedom from drug and alcohol addiction. CDA Niles has a room reserved at the library every Monday and Wednesday from 7-8 p.m.. For more information please visit cdaweb.org/

Thursday, Oct. 26

• 10 a.m. – The Connection

As Berrien County’s Housing Resource Center, The Connection provides a centralized intake that works together with the consumer to rapidly re-house those who are homeless. The Connection offers the following services and resources when available: community referrals, housing information, housing case management, eviction assistance, rental assistance, and security deposit assistance.

• 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. – Storytime

For kids ages 3 and up. Storytime features three books, a color song, and music and movement. The program will end with a hand stamp, coloring sheet and a craft.

• 1-4:30 p.m. – Mahjong 

Volunteers are available to teach newbies how to play.  Other board games are also available.

• 6-7 p.m. – Teen Book Club

Join the library for snacks, and book discussion.  For ages 12-19.

• 6-7:30 p.m. – Teen Time 

Teens, come and hang out on Thursday evenings, 6:00-7:30 pm for a night of fun dedicated to them.

• 6:30-8 p.m. – Drop-In Book Club 

Each month, a different genre of literature is chosen, and each book club member reads a different book in that genre.

Friday, Oct. 27

• 10 a.m. – noon- TOPS Meeting

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) are a nonprofit, noncommercial weight-loss support group and wellness education organization. TOPS offer tools and programs for healthy living and weight management, with exceptional group fellowship and recognition. Established in 1948 to champion weight-loss support and success, TOPS has helped millions of people live healthier lives. New members are welcome!

• 3-5 p.m. – Twisted Stitches 

Rookies are welcome; a teacher and a few loaner tools will help people get started.

Saturday, October 28

• 10:30-11:30 a.m.– Yoga

This class is free and appropriate for all abilities. Dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat and some water.  The library has a limited number of mats to borrow.

• 1-4 p.m.– Costume Contest @ YMCA

The contest is for ages birth-12; but there are fun activities for all ages and abilities!

PROJECT CONNECT

Nov. 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Project Connect is an annual event in Berrien County. The goal of Project Connect is connecting individuals and families to services and resources available in Berrien County.