This event is in the "Adult" group American Mahjong Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room B at Romeoville Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults 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: Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 6 2026 Wed American Mahjong 12:30pm–2:30pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required 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) Patrons arriving more than 15 minutes after the program start time will lose their seat and/or not be able to participate. 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 Hooks, Needles, & More Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Bring your needlework, or other craft projects, and sit back and enjoy chatting and sharing skills with other "crafters." Registration preferred, but not required. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 6 2026 Wed Hooks, Needles, & More 6:30pm–8:30pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: Bring your needlework, or other craft projects, and sit back and enjoy chatting and sharing skills with other "crafters." Registration preferred, but not required.
This event is in the "Adult" group Sourcebooks Book Buzz Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Looking for new books to read this summer? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 6 2026 Wed Sourcebooks Book Buzz 7:00pm–8:30pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: Looking for new books to read this summer? Disclaimer(s) Patrons arriving more than 15 minutes after the program start time will lose their seat and/or not be able to participate. 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 Budding Builders Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Watch as your child explores construction and builds essential skills through play with durable, colorful building sets specifically designed for little hands. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 7 2026 Thu Budding Builders 10:00am–11:00am Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Watch as your child explores construction and builds essential skills through play with durable, colorful building sets specifically designed for little hands. 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 Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room C at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults 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: Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 7 2026 Thu American Mahjong 1:30pm–3:30pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required 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 Exam Cram Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Teen Age Group: Teens Need some motivation to study for finals? A calm environment to work on a group project? Visit the library for Teen Exam Cram! Have a snack and study to finish the school year strong! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group May 7 2026 Thu Teen Exam Cram 4:00pm–7:00pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Need some motivation to study for finals? A calm environment to work on a group project? Visit the library for Teen Exam Cram! Have a snack and study to finish the school year strong! Disclaimer(s) This program is intended for grades 6-12.
This event is in the "Children" group Pokemon Club Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Children, Tweens Pokemon Club: Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill ... View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 7 2026 Thu Pokemon Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group Adults & Teens: Therapy Dogs at The Library Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Adult, Teen Age Group: Teens, Adults Dogs in the Library?! Yes, you read that correctly. We have partnered with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs to bring mental and emotional well-being to you! Expertly trained and certified therapy dogs often serve as a comforting presence. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group May 7 2026 Thu Adults & Teens: Therapy Dogs at The Library 7:00pm–8:00pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Teen Registration Required Event Details: Dogs in the Library?! Yes, you read that correctly. We have partnered with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs to bring mental and emotional well-being to you! Expertly trained and certified therapy dogs often serve as a comforting presence. Disclaimer(s) Patrons arriving more than 15 minutes after the program start time will lose their seat and/or not be able to participate. 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 Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:15am - 11:15am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children There are no Storytimes today, but that doesn't mean we aren't having fun! Hang and play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2026 Fri Hang & Play 9:15am–11:15am Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Event Details: There are no Storytimes today, but that doesn't mean we aren't having fun! Hang and play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages with a caregiver. 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 ESL Reading & Conversation Group Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room C at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults 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? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 8 2026 Fri ESL Reading & Conversation Group 10:00am–12:00pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required 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 Gametime Hang and Play! Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Children's Program Room at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Looking for some fun on a Friday morning! View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2026 Fri Gametime Hang and Play! 10:15am–10:45am Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: Looking for some fun on a Friday morning! 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 Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am Children's Department at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens After Gametime!, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited. View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:45am–11:15am Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Department Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: After Gametime!, "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 LEGO Drop In Fridays! Friday, May 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Children's Program Room at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Show off your skill and create your own LEGO® design! Hang with friends or family and build together(ness)!We supply everything you need, we just need you to bring your creativity!All ages welcome! View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2026 Fri LEGO Drop In Fridays! 3:30pm–4:15pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: Show off your skill and create your own LEGO® design! Hang with friends or family and build together(ness)!We supply everything you need, we just need you to bring your creativity!All ages welcome! 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 After Hours Crew Night! - ZOMBIES! 🧟 Friday, May 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Children's Department at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Tweens Looking for an awesome way to spend Friday Nights with friends? At After Hours Crew Nights we will play games, solve puzzles, watch movies and more! Each event we will try something different. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 8 2026 Fri After Hours Crew Night! - ZOMBIES! 🧟 6:30pm–8:30pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Department Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Looking for an awesome way to spend Friday Nights with friends? At After Hours Crew Nights we will play games, solve puzzles, watch movies and more! Each event we will try something different. 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 Mother's Day Garden Tea Party Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Join us and celebrate Mom! We will have a garden tea party with snacks and drinks and enjoy spending time outside! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 9 2026 Sat Mother's Day Garden Tea Party 10:00am–11:30am Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Join us and celebrate Mom! We will have a garden tea party with snacks and drinks and enjoy spending time outside! 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 From Harlots to Heroines: The History of Red Lipstick Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Teens, Adults "From Harlots to Heroines: The History of Red Lipstick" traces the bold, surprising journey of one of beauty’s most powerful symbols. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 9 2026 Sat From Harlots to Heroines: The History of Red Lipstick 10:30am–12:00pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: "From Harlots to Heroines: The History of Red Lipstick" traces the bold, surprising journey of one of beauty’s most powerful symbols. 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 Mother's Day Tea Time Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room A at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Celebrate Mothers Day with an afternoon tea at the library! We will have light refreshments and coloring pages available to those who attend. Please register for both adults and children. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 9 2026 Sat Mother's Day Tea Time 1:00pm–2:30pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Mothers Day with an afternoon tea at the library! We will have light refreshments and coloring pages available to those who attend. Please register for both adults and children. 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 Create & Sip: Watercolor Birds Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults In this month's "Create & Sip," learn to fly in watercolor at the Watercolor Birds tutorial session. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 9 2026 Sat Create & Sip: Watercolor Birds 1:30pm–3:30pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: In this month's "Create & Sip," learn to fly in watercolor at the Watercolor Birds tutorial session. 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 Music in Motion Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 11 2026 Mon Music in Motion 10:15am–10:45am Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Registration Required 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. 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, May 11, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am Children's Department at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group May 11 2026 Mon Stay and Play 10:45am–11:15am Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Department Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens 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 "Adult" group ESL Reading & Conversation Group Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room B at Romeoville Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults 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? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 11 2026 Mon ESL Reading & Conversation Group 11:00am–12:00pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required 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) Patrons arriving more than 15 minutes after the program start time will lose their seat and/or not be able to participate. 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 Book Club: Sea Legs Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Tweens Come and chat about this adventurous tale, Sea Legs by Jules Bakes & Niki Smith! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. All opinions are welcome! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group May 11 2026 Mon Tween Book Club: Sea Legs 5:00pm–6:00pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Come and chat about this adventurous tale, Sea Legs by Jules Bakes & Niki Smith! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. All opinions are 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 "Teen" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Teen Age Group: Teens Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Lockport! This session, we will continue to play as a group, so be prepared to jump right in! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group May 11 2026 Mon Teen Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Lockport! This session, we will continue to play as a group, so be prepared to jump right in! 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 program is intended for grades 6-12.
This event is in the "Adult" group The Terrifying Truth About Victorian Medicine with Tricia Kelly Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Tricia brings to the forefront some astounding—and truly horrifying—information about the “science” of Victorian medicine. Learn how to stop a cough with boiled mercury and laudanum and other unique home remedies. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group May 11 2026 Mon The Terrifying Truth About Victorian Medicine with Tricia Kelly 7:00pm–8:00pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: Tricia brings to the forefront some astounding—and truly horrifying—information about the “science” of Victorian medicine. Learn how to stop a cough with boiled mercury and laudanum and other unique home remedies. 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.
