This event is in the "Adult" group. "Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad" with Connie Martin Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join historian Connie Martin as she explains the connections of plantation songs, or Negro Spirituals with meanings and interpretations of lyrics of some songs used in regions of t... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue "Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad" with Connie Martin 7:00pm - 8:30pm Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: Join historian Connie Martin as she explains the connections of plantation songs, or Negro Spirituals with meanings and interpretations of lyrics of some songs used in regions of the South that signaled a multiple of signs and tips that aided free 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. Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Computer Lab at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics: In this introductory class learn how to use copy-and-paste, spellcheck, and format a document to look its best! This class requires basic computer skills and minimal experience wit... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 2 In this introductory class learn how to use copy-and-paste, spellcheck, and format a document to look its best! This class requires basic computer skills and minimal experience with Microsoft Office. 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, February 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Upper Level Lobby 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue ESL Reading & Conversation Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Upper Level Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 8 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 "Adult" group. American Mahjong Wednesday, February 26, 2025 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed American Mahjong 12:30pm - 2:30pm Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 5 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 "Adult" group. Pinochle & More Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Welcome to Pinochle & More! 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, ... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Pinochle & More 10:30am - 12:00pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Welcome to Pinochle & More! 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. American Mahjong Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room C at Crest Hill 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu American Mahjong 1:30pm - 3:30pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 1 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 "Adult" group. Computer Class: Ancestry Library Edition Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Computer Lab at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Computer Class: Ancestry Library Edition: Want to dig into your family history but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to uncover your family's story with Ancestry Library Edition, a rich source of historical birth, death... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Computer Class: Ancestry Library Edition 2:00pm - 3:30pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 8 Want to dig into your family history but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to uncover your family's story with Ancestry Library Edition, a rich source of historical birth, death, marriage records and census data. Library staff will demonstrate how to access, search, and save genealogical records from this database. 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. Adult Dungeons & Dragons 5e Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room C at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Play your character - enjoy the adventure! Join DM Katie as she leads you through an adventure out of 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons (DnD and also by D&D). Even if you have a... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Adult Dungeons & Dragons 5e 6:30pm - 8:30pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Play your character - enjoy the adventure! Join DM Katie as she leads you through an adventure out of 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons (DnD and also by D&D). 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. Songs of the Silver Screen with John LeGear Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Over the years, John LeGear, a communications counselor and lay historian, has cobbled together hundreds of film compilations from outstanding movies and put them to accompanying m... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 27 2025 Thu Songs of the Silver Screen with John LeGear 7:00pm - 8:30pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Over the years, John LeGear, a communications counselor and lay historian, has cobbled together hundreds of film compilations from outstanding movies and put them to accompanying music. 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 Friday, February 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A/B 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Feb 28 2025 Fri ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B 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? 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 Conversation Class Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room A/B 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat ESL Conversation Class 9:30am - 11:30am Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B 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? 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. SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Registration is required. This is a 6 week course that takes place each Saturday beginning 3/1 and ending on 4/4. You are expected to attend all 6 classes. How to register: Pl... This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat SSIP Citizenship Prep Classes 9:30am - 12:30pm Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Event Details: Registration is required. This is a 6 week course that takes place each Saturday beginning 3/1 and ending on 4/4. You are expected to attend all 6 classes.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Greenthumb at Your Service: Vegetable Gardening Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult, Teen Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Take part in the backyard gardening hobby that's growing in popularity, and experience the joy of harvesting power crops of healthy, delicious, sweet, crunchy vegetables! This topi... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Mar 1 2025 Sat Greenthumb at Your Service: Vegetable Gardening 2:00pm - 3:30pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Teen Required Seats Remaining: 27 Event Details: Take part in the backyard gardening hobby that's growing in popularity, and experience the joy of harvesting power crops of healthy, delicious, sweet, crunchy vegetables! This topic reviews the basic techniques of vegetable gardening. 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 Monday, March 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room B at Romeoville 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am - 11:30am Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 4 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 "Adult" group. Real Reads Book Club: Brave the Wild River Monday, March 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: This month’s book will be Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Grand Canyon by Melissa L. Sevigny. Copies of this book will be available at the Adult ... This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Real Reads Book Club: Brave the Wild River 1:30pm - 3:00pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Event Details: This month’s book will be Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Grand Canyon by M
This event is in the "Adult" group. Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Monday, March 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Computer Lab at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics: In this introductory class learn how to use copy-and-paste, spellcheck, and format a document to look its best! This class requires basic computer skills and minimal experience wit... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 10 In this introductory class learn how to use copy-and-paste, spellcheck, and format a document to look its best! This class requires basic computer skills and minimal experience with Microsoft Office. 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. Saint Patrick's Day & Chicago Monday, March 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Adult, Teen Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Every year in March, Chicago plays a trick on its residents and visitors. The Chicago River, which was once blue, is suddenly dyed green! Is this a trick by the infamous St. Patric... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Mar 3 2025 Mon Saint Patrick's Day & Chicago 7:00pm - 8:30pm Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Teen Required Seats Remaining: 55 Event Details: Every year in March, Chicago plays a trick on its residents and visitors. The Chicago River, which was once blue, is suddenly dyed green! Is this a trick by the infamous St. 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. Pinochle Club Tuesday, March 4, 2025 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue Pinochle Club 9:30am - 12:30pm Romeoville 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, March 4, 2025 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Crest Hill 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? 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. Sit & Stay Fit Tuesday, March 4, 2025 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue Sit & Stay Fit 10:30am - 11:30am Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 16 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 "Adult" group. Renaissance Festival Survival Guide Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Huzzah! Welcome! As a cast member of the Bristol Renaissance Faire since 2016, Katie Deters will provide insight on the historical period, how actors bring it to life, balancing fa... Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue Renaissance Festival Survival Guide 7:00pm - 8:00pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 71 Event Details: Huzzah! Welcome! 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, March 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A/B 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 4 2025 Tue ESL Reading & Conversation Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Lockport Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 8 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 "Adult" group. iCash with Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Book Nook at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn about iCash, the Unclaimed Property division of the Illinois State Treasurer's Office, that connects people with their unclaimed property. The State Treasurer is ho... This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed iCash with Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs 10:00am - 2:00pm Crest Hill Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Book Nook Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Event Details: Learn about iCash, the Unclaimed Property division of the Illinois State Treasurer's Office, that connects people with their unclaimed pr
This event is in the "Adult" group. American Mahjong Wednesday, March 5, 2025 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 This event is in the "Adult" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed American Mahjong 12:30pm - 2:30pm Romeoville Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Required Seats Remaining: 7 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.
