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Pining for Books @ the Pine Center

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

Program Type:

Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Maggie, Simone, and Star have hardly seen one another since their sprightly summers at their father's home.

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Island Hoppers: An ACNH Club

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy, STEAM

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow Animal Crossing enthusiasts for an hour of New Horizons on your Nintendo Switch! BYOD (bring your own device), explore other people's islands, get design ideas, swap resources, and make new friends!

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A Great Deal: Pinochle

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
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Learn Mahjong @ the Pine Center

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

Program Type:

Civil and Social Literacy, Games

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn to play American Mahjong? Join Linda Parrish as she introduces you to the tiles, rules, and strategies involved with this centuries old game.

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Natureology: Bugs

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM

Age Group:

Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Right under your feet are thousands of animals. Some with six legs, some with more, much more, and they've lived here long before we did.

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A Great Deal: American Mahjong

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
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Bridget’s Book Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions, Food

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the holiday with an evening of good food and books! Bridget's Book Club will have its annual "Gift of Reading" book exchange.

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Winter Solstice: Its Importance and History

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library

Program Type:

Civil and Social Literacy, History, Information Literacy

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, History, Information Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the Winter Solstice at this presentation by Dr. Susan Linville. 

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Family Storytime @ the Pine Center

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

Program Type:

Basic Literacy, Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool (Birth-5), All Ages
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), All Ages
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the Pine Center for an all-ages storytime! Sing, move, read books, and practice rhymes.

A one-time registration is required for the series of storytimes. We understand that you might not attend every session.

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All Day

The Weekly Craft

All Day
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our lobby and enjoyed at home.

Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

When you register, please tell us where you'd like to pick up your kit, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Pop-Up Book Sale

All Day
All Ages
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Sales
Event Details:

Books make great gifts! And we have something for everyone in your life.
10 am

Story & Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool (Birth-5)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Join us for an indoor story and playtime! We'll share songs and rhymes, books, and lots of movement. This program will start at 10:30 AM in the program room on our main level.

Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on, but it's not necessary as we will be on a carpeted floor. This program is for toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Registration is required, but only one registration is necessary for the series of storytimes (even if you don't plan to attend them all).

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Story & Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool (Birth-5)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Join us for an indoor story and playtime! We'll share songs and rhymes, books, and lots of movement. This program will start at 10:30 AM in the program room on our main level.

Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on, but it's not necessary as we will be on a carpeted floor. This program is for toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Registration is required, but only one registration is necessary for the series of storytimes (even if you don't plan to attend them all).

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 
11 am

Baby Playtime

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool (Birth-5)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Come enjoy a half hour of fun with your baby! We'll share songs, fingerplays, stories, and rhymes. Meet other parents and their babies, and enjoy some special time together. This program is intended for babies ages 0-18 months and will be held Tuesday mornings in the program room on our main level. 

Siblings are welcome, and only one registration is required for the series, even if you cannot attend them all.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Family Storytime @ the Pine Center

11:00am–11:45am
Preschool (Birth-5), All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), All Ages
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the Pine Center for an all-ages storytime! Sing, move, read books, and practice rhymes.

A one-time registration is required for the series of storytimes. We understand that you might not attend every session.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 
12 pm

Deck the Halls Take-Home Kit

12:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create unique holiday decorations for your house with this take-home kit!
1 pm

A Great Deal: Pinochle

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required

Join us every Tuesday on the library's lower level to play some card games! Currently, the game is pinochle, but additional games may follow. It's a "great deal" of fun so don't miss out!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

A Great Deal: American Mahjong

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games, STEAM
Registration Required

Join us every Wednesday in the Program Room to play American mahjong. Please bring a playing card and a game set if you have one. Stop by and get in on the fun! Registration is requested.

NOTE: We encourage new players and beginners to sign up for the Learn Mahjong program that meets bi-monthly on Tuesday evenings. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Conversation Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Kemerer Reading Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Conversation Salon
Registration Required

The Conversation Group is a place to share ideas and hear what others have to say. Spirited conversation is guaranteed! Join us on the library's lower level on the second Thursday of every month.

For additional information, please email: cdstorrs@gmail.com
2 pm

Pining for Books @ the Pine Center

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Maggie, Simone, and Star have hardly seen one another since their sprightly summers at their father's home.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Technology Help

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information Literacy, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required

Get help with technology! In these 30-minute sessions, you can focus on basic skills in using computers, smartphones, eReaders, and more. Registration is required.
3 pm

Maker Mondays In-Person: Loom Knitting

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey teens! Join us at Northern Tier Library on select Mondays to create fun projects related to art, crafts, electronics, sewing, & more!

On Monday, December 8: Loom Knitting

-Learn how to use a hoop to create knitted stitches.

This program meets in-person. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Winter Solstice: Its Importance and History

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, History, Information Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the Winter Solstice at this presentation by Dr. Susan Linville. 
4 pm
5 pm

Island Hoppers: An ACNH Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow Animal Crossing enthusiasts for an hour of New Horizons on your Nintendo Switch! BYOD (bring your own device), explore other people's islands, get design ideas, swap resources, and make new friends!

Natureology: Bugs

5:30pm–6:30pm
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Right under your feet are thousands of animals. Some with six legs, some with more, much more, and they've lived here long before we did.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Learn Mahjong @ the Pine Center

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn to play American Mahjong? Join Linda Parrish as she introduces you to the tiles, rules, and strategies involved with this centuries old game.
6 pm

Bridget’s Book Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Civil and Social Literacy, Book Discussions, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the holiday with an evening of good food and books! Bridget's Book Club will have its annual "Gift of Reading" book exchange.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 
7 pm

NTRL Board of Trustees

7:00pm–8:00pm
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level