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Messy Monday, every Monday from 10:45-11:30am at the Romeoville branch.

Messy Mondays

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Its time for messy Mondays! 

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

Its time for messy Mondays! 

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.   

ESL English as a Second Language Reading and Conversation Group Every Monday 11:00am until 12:00pm Romeoville Branch

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Monday, June 22, 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?

Registration Required
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.   

Dinolympics, three dinosaurs standing on a podium with "1,2,3" listed underneath them for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

Unearth a Story: Dinolympics

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Race against the clock and other teams to win the Dinosaur Olympics! 
 

Intended for those aged 5-12. 

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

Race against the clock and other teams to win the Dinosaur Olympics! 
 

Intended for those aged 5-12. 

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.   

Hang and Play

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Looking for a fun place for the kids to cool off and take a break from the Lockport Car Show?

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

Looking for a fun place for the kids to cool off and take a break from the Lockport Car Show?

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.

Show & Tell Storytime

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Do you have something you would like to share?  Maybe a special toy or art you have made?  Bring something or someone to storytime and tell us about it!

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

Do you have something you would like to share?  Maybe a special toy or art you have made?  Bring something or someone to storytime and tell us about it!

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.   

Tails & Tales Storytime, Tuesdays at 9:30am, Romeoville branch

Tails & Tales

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Pinochle Club Tuesdays 9:30-12:30

Pinochle Club

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
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.   

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

Tuesday, June 23, 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.   

Rock photo holder

Summertime Crafters: Rock Photo Holders

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Welcome all kiddie crafters! Join us each week for a new summer craft using a variety of different materials and techniques to explore your creative side. 

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

Welcome all kiddie crafters! Join us each week for a new summer craft using a variety of different materials and techniques to explore your creative side. 

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.   

Painting Pals, every Tuesday morning from 10:30-11:00am at the Romeoville branch.

Painting Pals

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Explore your creative side with Painting Pals, where we will explore/experience a new way of painting each week!

This program is intended for those age 2-5 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:

Explore your creative side with Painting Pals, where we will explore/experience a new way of painting each week!

This program is intended for those age 2-5 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.

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.   

Sit and Stay Fit. Every Tuesday, 10:30am to 11:30am. Crest Hill Branch.

Sit & Stay Fit

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 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 ...

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

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.   

Stay and Play

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

After Summertime Crafters, "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 Summertime Crafters, "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.

Ming Dynasty Plate

UnEarth a Story: Ming Dynasty Plate Art

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

China's Ming Dynasty spanned hundreds of years and produced many beautiful porcelain pieces and together we will take inspiration from them to create our own iconic blue and white plate!

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

China's Ming Dynasty spanned hundreds of years and produced many beautiful porcelain pieces and together we will take inspiration from them to create our own iconic blue and white plate!

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.   

Calling All Teen Volunteers. We Want you! Do you want to have a say in what goes on in the library? Have suggestions for books, movies, games and graphic novels? What kinds of teen programs do you want to have? Please come in, share your ideas, and have fun with some planned activities! Attendance counts for community service hours, so bring your sheets to be signed. 1st Monday of the month @ Lockport 4-6PM 3rd Wednesday of the month @ Romeoville 6-8PM. 4th Tuesday of the month @ Crest Hill 6-8PM.

Teen Volunteer Night

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room at Crest Hill
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: Crest Hill
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)

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.

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting
Little Learners, Every Wednesday at 9:30am, Romeoville branch

Little Learners

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Explore monthly topics through books, rhymes, and crafts each week at this story time made for little learners! 

Please register all children who are attending. 

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

Explore monthly topics through books, rhymes, and crafts each week at this story time made for little learners! 

Please register all children who are attending. 

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.   

Preschool Storytime at Central Square

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD AT THE BAND SHELL ON THE FRONT LAWN OF THE CENTRAL SQUARE BUILDING.

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

THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD AT THE BAND SHELL ON THE FRONT LAWN OF THE CENTRAL SQUARE BUILDING.

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.   

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

Music in Motion

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

 

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.

 

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.   

Storytime Craft

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join us after Central Square Storytime for a fun in-house craft based on the theme of our Central Square Storytime!  

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

Join us after Central Square Storytime for a fun in-house craft based on the theme of our Central Square Storytime!  

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 & Play, a ball, toy blocks and a teddy bear are on the bottom of the image.

Stay & Play

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

"Stay and Play" in our program area. 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:

"Stay and Play" in our program 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.

Stay and Play

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

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

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

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

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.

mahjong tiles on a table

American Mahjong

Wednesday, June 24, 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:

Registration Required
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.   

Catan board game pieces

Teen Gaming Night!

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a laid-back day of board games, video games, and friendly competition. Choose from a variety of board games or Switch games from the library—or bring your own!

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

Join us for a laid-back day of board games, video games, and friendly competition. Choose from a variety of board games or Switch games from the library—or bring your own!

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.

Unearth a Story: Mini Dinosaur Garden in a Jar

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Create a beautiful garden for your mini dinosaur! 

 

Intended for those aged 8-12. 
 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a beautiful garden for your mini dinosaur! 

 

Intended for those aged 8-12. 
 

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.