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ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C at Crest Hill
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: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Physical Beauty, Starting with How People View Us: Living Over 50

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Physical Beauty: Starting with How People View UsWe'll begin by looking at our outside because we often judge ourselves as harshly as others view us. Come prepared to look int...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Physical Beauty: Starting with How People View Us

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.

Family LEGO Day

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a LEGO creation day in our Children's Department. 

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a LEGO creation day in our Children's Department. 

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 "Adult" group.

A Taste of Filipino Culture

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore Filipino food and culture with Migel Santos from the family-owned Bistro Manila of Naperville. This turo-turo, or counter style, restaurant serves up a rotating menu of Fil...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Explore Filipino food and culture with Migel Santos from the family-owned Bistro Manila of Naperville.

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.

Messy Monday Morning

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Backyard at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

We are getting messy at the Crest Hill Branch! Each week we are playing with a variety of materials (water, paint, sand, foam, mud, etc.) Messy play allows us to work on fine motor...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Backyard
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

We are getting messy at the Crest Hill Branch!

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

Monday, August 19, 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: 20

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, August 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lockport Branch at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

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

fter 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 "Children" group.

Freestyle Arts & Crafts

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Time to show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Time to show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

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.

Tween Book Club: When You Reach Me

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come and chat about this mysterious tale, When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. ...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Come and chat about this mysterious tale, When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. All opinions are welcome!

Snacks are provided.

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.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

First Time Home Buyer Seminar

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult, Teen
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This first-time home buyer seminar is a workshop that walks you through the process of how to buy a house. All library programs are made possible, in part, by the generous don...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

This first-time home buyer seminar is a workshop that walks you through the process of how to buy a house. 

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 "Friends of the Library" group.

Friends Of The Library Meeting

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
This event is in the "Children" group.

Sensory Play & Explore

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
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 learn...

Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: 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 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Pinochle Club

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop in for Pinochle Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy this beloved card game. All skill levels are welcome, but p...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Drop in for Pinochle Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy this beloved card game. All skill levels are welcome, but players should have some familiarity with the game.

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.

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C at Crest Hill
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: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Sit & Stay Fit

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Sit & Stay Fit:

Improve flexibility, bone strength, circulation, heart health, and stability all while sitting down! We will take it nice and easy in this exercise program, as we gently guide you ...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Improve flexibility, bone strength, circulation, heart health, and stability all while sitting down! We will take it nice and easy in this exercise program, as we gently guide you through simple movements that will loosen up your joints and muscles. Chair exercises are a great way to be social and get some exercise in - all while sitting down!

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.

Lego Club

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Storm and Mr. Shane for LEGO® Club as we create awesome LEGO® structures! For all ages.

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

Join Storm and Mr. Shane for LEGO® Club as we create awesome LEGO® structures! For all ages.

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 "Adult" group.

The Rule of Rum: How Rum Changed the World

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Award-winning author, Road Scholar with the Illinois Humanities Council, speaker and food historian Cynthia Clampitt will discuss the popularity of rum through the ages, how pirate...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Award-winning author, Road Scholar with the Illinois Humanities Council, speaker and food historian Cynthia Clampitt will discuss the popularity of rum through the ages, how pirates became synonymous with rum, how it was one of the issues that led

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.   

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime at Central Square

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, 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...

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stay and Play

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Lockport Branch at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

After Preschool storytime on Central Square Lawn, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All a...

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

After Preschool storytime on Central Square Lawn, "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.

American Mahjong

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the captivating game of Mahjong? The library invites you to our open Mahjong club where you can learn, play, and have a great time with fe...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the captivating game of Mahjong? The library invites you to our open Mahjong club where you can learn, play, and have a great time with fellow enthusiasts!

What to Expect:

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 Gaming

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Middle and High schoolers are welcome to hangout and play games in our after school open gaming club. All you need is to be in grades 6-12.  We will play board games and video...

Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Teen
Event Details:

Middle and High schoolers are welcome to hangout and play games in our after school open gaming club. All you need is to be in grades 6-12.  We will play board games and video games.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Volunteer Night

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Do you want to have a say in what goes on at the Library? What books, video games, movies, magazines, music CDs, and graphic novels would you like to see added to the collection? W...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Do you want to have a say in what goes on at the Library? What books, video games, movies, magazines, music CDs, and graphic novels would you like to see added to the collection?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Class: Internet & Email Basics

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we walk through the basics of the Internet and Email. We will talk about the different internet browsers, how to search, how to create an email account, and how to navig...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us as we walk through the basics of the Internet and Email. We will talk about the different internet browsers, how to search, how to create an email account, and how to navigate your email inbox. 

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.

Hang & Play

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

"Hang and Play" in our toddler area & Childrens Program Room. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.

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

"Hang and Play" in our toddler area & Childrens Program Room. 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.