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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.

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.

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?

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)

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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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!

Registration Required
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.

The Terrifying Truth About Victorian Medicine with Tricia Kelly

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. 

Registration Required
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.   

Pinochle Club

Tuesday, May 12, 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 Reading and Conversation Group

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Tuesday, May 12, 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.   

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Sit & Stay Fit

Tuesday, May 12, 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.   

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Tuesday Morning Book Club: The Other Einstein

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

This month's book will be

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

This month's book will be

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The Spirited Book Club: "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the Romeoville Branch Library on the second Tuesday evening of most months for a spirited book discussion and light refreshments including a choice of beer, wine or a non alcoholic beverage.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Romeoville Branch Library on the second Tuesday evening of most months for a spirited book discussion and light refreshments including a choice of beer, wine or a non alcoholic beverage.

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.   

Teen Art Club: Button Making!

Teen Art Club: Button Making!

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate your love of art in this monthly club just for teens! Register to attend and get creative with other teens. This month we will be designing and making our own buttons! 

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

Celebrate your love of art in this monthly club just for teens! Register to attend and get creative with other teens. This month we will be designing and making our own buttons! 

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.

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Sensory Play and Explore

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
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: Lockport
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.

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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ICash: Office of Illinois State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

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 holding more than $3.5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans!

Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Lobby
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 property. The State Treasurer is holding more than $3.5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans!

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Stay and Play

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Department at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens

After Sensory Play & Explore, "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 Sensory Play & Explore, "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.

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American Mahjong

Wednesday, May 13, 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:

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

Teen After School Games

Teen Gaming

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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

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

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

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Computer Class: Internet & Email Basics

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Computer Lab at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Computer Class: Internet & Email Basics:

In this class, you will learn about browsers, basic online searching skills, and tools to assist you with online safety. Basic computer experience is required, as are mouse and key...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required

In this class, you will learn about browsers, basic online searching skills, and tools to assist you with online safety. Basic computer experience is required, as are mouse and keyboard skills.

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.   

Heifa Odeh of Fufu's Kitchen

Fufu's Kitchen: Traditional Arab Cuisine Demonstration

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Embark on a culinary journey with us, as we are joined by local food blogger and cookbook author, Heifa Odeh. She will be sharing stories and discussing traditional Arab cuisine.

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

Embark on a culinary journey with us, as we are joined by local food blogger and cookbook author, Heifa Odeh. She will be sharing stories and discussing traditional Arab cuisine.

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.   

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American Mahjong

Thursday, May 14, 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.   

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Teen Art Club: Popsicle Stick Fairy and Hobbit Doors

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens

April showers have brought flowers, along with cute mythical creatures! In this month's art club, we will be creating and painting popsicle stick fairy and hobbit doors.

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

April showers have brought flowers, along with cute mythical creatures! In this month's art club, we will be creating and painting popsicle stick fairy and hobbit doors.

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.

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Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Computer Lab at Romeoville
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...

Class will meet in the lower level computer lab. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Class will meet in the lower level computer lab. 

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.   

ESL Reading and Conversation Group

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Friday, May 15, 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.   

Gametime Hang and Play!

Friday, May 15, 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!  

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.

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Stay and Play

Friday, May 15, 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.

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.

LEGO Drop In Fridays!

Friday, May 15, 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!  

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.