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Teen Vounteer Night Slider for Romeoville Branch. Third Thursday 6-8.

Teen Volunteer Night

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Volunteer Night:

Earn service hours attending Teen Volunteer Night (TVN)! Have a say in what goes on at your library and help library staff with fun activities and tasks while enjoying a tasty snac...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required

Earn service hours attending Teen Volunteer Night (TVN)! Have a say in what goes on at your library and help library staff with fun activities and tasks while enjoying a tasty snack and meeting other teens. 

What books, video games, DVDs, CDs, magazines, comics, or mangas, do you think we need to have in your library? What kinds of events and activities would you like your library to offer?

Come ready to share your thoughts on these questions, and bring your own!

Attendance counts for 2 community service hours, so bring your sheets to be signed by staff.

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 program is intended for grades 6-12.

Book Cover for the Book, Apron's Away: Women's Work on Route 66

Aprons Away: Women's Work on Route 66 with Cheryl Eichar Jett

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

We've all heard of Route 66, but did you ever stop to think of all the women who worked along the 2,448 miles that make up the world's most famous highway?

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

We've all heard of Route 66, but did you ever stop to think of all the women who worked along the 2,448 miles that make up the world's most famous highway?

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.   

Music in Motion

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

Registration Required
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.   

Toddler Time, every thursday morning from 9:30-10:00am at the Romeoville branch.

Toddler Time

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

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

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

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

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.

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.   

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Toddler Time

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

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

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

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

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.   

Sensory Play & Explore, toy blocks on bottom of image, a child playing with kinetic sand on the top of the image.

Sensory Play & Explore

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

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.

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

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.   

Stay and Play

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

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: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
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.

The DVD cover of Bohemian Rhapsody.

Books & Blockbusters: Freddie Mercury

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

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? 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
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.   

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American Mahjong

Thursday, June 18, 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:

Registration Required
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.   

SRC Family: Escape Pompeii ESCAPE ROOM!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

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.

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.   

SRC Family: Escape Pompeii ESCAPE ROOM!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:15pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

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.

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.   

Oba William King, holding two books.

Juneteenth Celebration

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult, Children, Teen
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Celebrate Juneteenth with renowned storyteller Oba William King! Oba will weave his riveting drum performance with his spellbinding traditional and historical tales for a special evening for the whole family.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Children, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Juneteenth with renowned storyteller Oba William King! Oba will weave his riveting drum performance with his spellbinding traditional and historical tales for a special evening for the whole family.

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.   

SRC Family: Escape Pompeii ESCAPE ROOM!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

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.

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.   

SRC Family: Escape Pompeii ESCAPE ROOM!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 79 AD. and your living in the thriving city in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.  

See what it takes to survive the eruption of one of the largest active volcanoes on Earth!  Live to tell your story!

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.

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.   

Budding Builders, Fridays at 9:30am, Romeoville branch

Budding Builders

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
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.

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

ESL English as a Second Language Reading & Conversation Group Every Tuesday & Friday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm @ Crest Hill Branch

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Friday, June 19, 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?

Registration Required
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.   

LEGO Drop In Fridays!

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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!  

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.

LEGO Club, every Friday from 3:00-4:30pm at the Romeoville branch.

LEGO Club

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Get ready to build, create, and imagine at our LEGO drop in! Whether you're a master builder or just starting out, this is your chance to unleash your creativity with everyone’s favorite colorful bricks.

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

Get ready to build, create, and imagine at our LEGO drop in! Whether you're a master builder or just starting out, this is your chance to unleash your creativity with everyone’s favorite colorful bricks.

After Hours Crew Night! - Treasure Planet Treasure Hunt! 🦜

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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. 

Registration Required
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)

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.   

Station Storytime!: At Lockport's Trackside Farmers Market!

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Offsite at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

ALL ABOARD!!  this fun and exciting new storytime at the new Lockport's Trackside Farmers Market!

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

ALL ABOARD!!  this fun and exciting new storytime at the new Lockport's Trackside Farmers Market!

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.   

Donuts with dad, three donuts with sprinkles on them.

Donuts with Dad

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

You DONUT want to miss this opportunity to celebrate Father's Day with Donuts for Dads at the library! Enjoy a donut and activities centered all around dads!

Please register for both adults and children.

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

You DONUT want to miss this opportunity to celebrate Father's Day with Donuts for Dads at the library! Enjoy a donut and activities centered all around dads!

Please register for both adults and children.

 

Music in Motion, Every Monday at 9:30am and every Wednesday at 10:30am at the Romeoville branch.

Music in Motion

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
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.

For ages 0-5 with a caregiver. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
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.

For ages 0-5 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.

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.   

Messy Mondays!

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

IT'S BACK!!!!  For a limited time!

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

IT'S BACK!!!!  For a limited 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.   

Stay and Play

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

After Messy Monday, "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 Department
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Messy Monday, "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.