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Halloween Movie Night

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult, Teen
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a special spooktacular Halloween movie night screening of the iconic 1931 film adaptation of "Frankenstein." Experience the classic horror masterpiece on the big screen...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Join us for a special spooktacular Halloween movie night screening of the iconic 1931 film adaptation of "Frankenstein." Experience the classic horror masterpiece on the big screen in the cozy ambiance of our library.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Music in Motion

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Music in Motion:

Music in Motion is a musical journey filled with catchy tunes, dancing, and hands-on instrument exploration. Help your child foster a love for music while encouraging self-expressi...

Event Details:

Friends of all ages can follow along during this immersive high energy sing along! Each week will be a little different, but can include musical instruments, ribbon dance, lar...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Music in Motion is a musical journey filled with catchy tunes, dancing, and hands-on instrument exploration. Help your child foster a love for music while encouraging self-expression and confidence.

Friends of all ages can follow along during this immersive high energy sing along! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Toddler Time:

Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning. This engaging...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning. This engaging program is specifically designed to spark curiosity and creativity in your child.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stay and Play

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lockport Branch at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

After Toddler Time, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Lockport Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Toddler Time, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Books & Blockbusters: Contact

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

After watching a movie made from a book, do you ever ask yourself: was that as good as the book? Or, did they make the right casting choices, and if not, who would you have chosen ...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

After watching a movie made from a book, do you ever ask yourself: was that as good as the book? Or, did they make the right casting choices, and if not, who would you have chosen to play those characters? 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Estate Planning Explained

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dr. Jim Flanagan will cover the estate planning process from beginning to end, including the need to plan, the most common planning techniques and the documents involved. The class...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Dr. Jim Flanagan will cover the estate planning process from beginning to end, including the need to plan, the most common planning techniques and the documents involved.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

TWEEN Game Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Hang with friends, enjoy a table game like "Splendor", "Catan" or "Werewolf" and snack in the program room.  Games will be provided and the "Switch" will be on!  Ages 10-...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Hang with friends, enjoy a table game like "Splendor", "Catan" or "Werewolf" and snack in the program room.  Games will be provided and the "Switch" will be on!  

Ages 10-12

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Literature & Libations: 19th-Century Baseball in Chicago

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an after hours event with local author and baseball historian, John Freyer. Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage, as well as light refr...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Join us for an after hours event with local author and baseball historian, John Freyer.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees must be 21 or older. IDs will be checked at the door.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tails & Tales Storytime - Owls

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lockport Branch at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Start your week with stories that have a bite with this furry, scaled or finned storytime!  We will tell animal stories and learn some amazing animal facts and enjoy a video t...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Lockport Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Start your week with stories that have a bite with this furry, scaled or finned storytime!  We will tell animal stories and learn some amazing animal facts and enjoy a video to see our animal in motion.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Music in Motion

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Music in Motion:

Music in Motion is a musical journey filled with catchy tunes, dancing, and hands-on instrument exploration. Help your child foster a love for music while encouraging self-expressi...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 39

Music in Motion is a musical journey filled with catchy tunes, dancing, and hands-on instrument exploration. Help your child foster a love for music while encouraging self-expression and confidence.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stay and Play

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

After Music in Motion, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Music in Motion, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Friends of the Library" group.

Friends Of The Library Meeting

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B at Lockport
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
This event is in the "Children" group.

Kitchen Creations - Artisan Bread

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Get a head start on dinner with Kitchen Creations!  This month we will work on bread baking and mixing with a simple 3 ingredient bread dough to take home and bake!   Spe...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Get a head start on dinner with Kitchen Creations!  This month we will work on bread baking and mixing with a simple 3 ingredient bread dough to take home and bake!   Special note:  This will include flour.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Escape Room: Universal Monsters

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

You find yourself in an old castle, which you believe to be abandoned. Your team of mystery investigators must find out the secrets of this castle, and escape before the things tha...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

You find yourself in an old castle, which you believe to be abandoned. Your team of mystery investigators must find out the secrets of this castle, and escape before the things that go bump in the night find you!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Escape Room: Universal Monsters

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

You find yourself in an old castle, which you believe to be abandoned. Your team of mystery investigators must find out the secrets of this castle, and escape before the things tha...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

You find yourself in an old castle, which you believe to be abandoned. Your team of mystery investigators must find out the secrets of this castle, and escape before the things that go bump in the night find you!


 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Toddler Time:

Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning. This engaging...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 19

Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning. This engaging program is specifically designed to spark curiosity and creativity in your child.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Little Artists - Yayoi Kusama

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Calling all Little Artists! If your preschooler loves painting with brushes or fingers, this morning art class is for them. Each week will feature a different famous artist and art...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Calling all Little Artists! If your preschooler loves painting with brushes or fingers, this morning art class is for them. Each week will feature a different famous artist and art mediums like watercolors, clay, and paper art. Ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stay and Play

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

After Little Artists, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Library Branch: Lockport
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Little Artists, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Halloween Bash at Lockport Branch!

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lockport
Program Type:
Adult, Children, Teen
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Calling all little monsters, ghosts, and witches! Visit the Lockport Children's Department's Potion Lab, play some chilling games, do a ghostly craft, and, of course, TRICK OR TREA...

Library Branch: Lockport
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Children, Teen
Event Details:

Calling all little monsters, ghosts, and witches! Visit the Lockport Children's Department's Potion Lab, play some chilling games, do a ghostly craft, and, of course, TRICK OR TREAT! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Computer Lab at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Is your first language Spanish, Polish, Hindi or anything but English? Would you like the opportunity to practice your newly-learned English skills in an informal, non-judgmental s...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Is your first language Spanish, Polish, Hindi or anything but English? Would you like the opportunity to practice your newly-learned English skills in an informal, non-judgmental setting?

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Sensory Play & Explore

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Dive into a world of textures, colors, and engaging experiences designed to stimulate young minds and encourage exploration.  Our sensory play options offer a blend of fun and...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Dive into a world of textures, colors, and engaging experiences designed to stimulate young minds and encourage exploration.  Our sensory play options offer a blend of fun and learning in a safe and interactive environment.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for adventure at Preschool Storytime. Designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of reading, our interactive program blends stories, songs, and fun activities while crea...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Join us for adventure at Preschool Storytime. Designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of reading, our interactive program blends stories, songs, and fun activities while creating an engaging learning experience for children ages 3-5.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stay and Play

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

After Preschool Storytime, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Library Branch: Lockport
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Preschool Storytime, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Nite Owl Storytime

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

Let's wind down together during this midweek evening story time. It's important to get both your brain and body tired before heading to bed for a good night sleep, and that is...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Let's wind down together during this midweek evening story time. 
It's important to get both your brain and body tired before heading to bed for a good night sleep, and that is the goal of this story time. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.