New Year's Eve - Closing at 5:00 pm Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year's Eve - Closing at 5:00 pm 5:00pm–9:00pm Branches: Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville
New Year's Day All Day Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year's Day All Day Branches: Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville
This event is in the "Children" group Hang & Play Friday, January 2, 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 Jan 2 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 "Children" group Drop-In Blank Slate Art Club Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Drop-In for a special Saturday edition and unleash your creativity at Blank Slate!A Creative Space for Kids View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Drop-In Blank Slate Art Club 11:00am–1:00pm 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 Event Details: Drop-In for a special Saturday edition and unleash your creativity at Blank Slate!A Creative Space for Kids
This event is in the "Children" group Weekend Watch Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children's Program Room at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Enjoy the afternoon at the library while we watch a movie! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Weekend Watch 1:00pm–3:00pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy the afternoon at the library while we watch a movie! Disclaimer(s) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group New Year's Vision Boards Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult, Teen Age Group: Teens, Adults Welcome 2026 with a vision board meet-up at the White Oak Library. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 3 2026 Sat New Year's Vision Boards 1:30pm–3:30pm Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Teen Registration Required Event Details: Welcome 2026 with a vision board meet-up at the White Oak Library. 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 Mind and Movement Storytime Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:15am - 9:45am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Relax your body and your brain with Mind and Movement Storytime. We will read stories about emotions, learn calming techniques, and move our bodies with yoga and dance! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Mind and Movement Storytime 9:15am–9:45am Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Relax your body and your brain with Mind and Movement Storytime. We will read stories about emotions, learn calming techniques, and move our bodies with yoga and dance! 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 Kiddie Crafters Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Children's Program Room at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Do you have a budding artist at home? Have your kiddos create their own art with a variety of simple tools and craft supplies.For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Kiddie Crafters 9:30am–10:00am Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Do you have a budding artist at home? Have your kiddos create their own art with a variety of simple tools and craft supplies.For ages 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Tails & Tales Storytime - Moose Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Children's Program Room at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Start your week 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Tails & Tales Storytime - Moose 9:30am–10:00am Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Start your week 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Stay & Play Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:15am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers After Mind and Movement Storytime, Stay and Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. This program is intended for children of all ages with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Stay & Play 9:45am–10:15am Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Children Event Details: After Mind and Movement Storytime, Stay and Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. This program is intended for children of 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 "Children" group Music in Motion Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Music in Motion: 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-expressi... Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 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 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 Bilingual Storytime Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Our Bilingual Storytime program will expose young children to books, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This program is intended for everyone, even those with little to no Spanish knowledge. For children ages 2 to 5. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Bilingual Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Crest Hill Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Crest Hill Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Our Bilingual Storytime program will expose young children to books, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. This program is intended for everyone, even those with little to no Spanish knowledge. For children ages 2 to 5. 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 Music in Motion Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers 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 Jan 5 2026 Mon Music in Motion 10:30am–11:00am Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Stay and Play Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am Children's Department at Lockport Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children 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 Jan 5 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 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 "Children" group Stay & Play Monday, January 5, 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Stay & Play 11:00am–11:30am Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Stay & Play Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children After Bilingual Storytime, Stay & 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 Jan 5 2026 Mon Stay & Play 11:00am–11:30am 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: After Bilingual Storytime, Stay & 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 Monday, January 5, 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 Jan 5 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) Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.
This event is in the "Adult" group Real Reads Book Club: The Serviceberry Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults This month’s book will be The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Real Reads Book Club: The Serviceberry 1:30pm–3:00pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Event Details: This month’s book will be The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Volunteer Night Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lockport Program Type: Teen Age Group: Teens Earn service hours by attending TVN (Teen Volunteer Night). Make new friends and develop new skills! We will have fun activities for you to do each month. Check in at the Adult Services desk. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Teen Volunteer Night 4:00pm–6:00pm Lockport Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Earn service hours by attending TVN (Teen Volunteer Night). Make new friends and develop new skills! We will have fun activities for you to do each month. Check in at the Adult Services desk. 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 "Children" group Tween Anime Club Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children's Program Room at Romeoville Program Type: Children Age Group: Children, Tweens Embark on an animated adventure with our Anime Club for Tweens! Dive into the captivating world of Japanese animation alongside fellow enthusiasts. Each meeting we will watch some anime and do a fun craft or activity. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Tween Anime Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Embark on an animated adventure with our Anime Club for Tweens! Dive into the captivating world of Japanese animation alongside fellow enthusiasts. Each meeting we will watch some anime and do a fun craft or activity. 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 Blank Slate Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Children's Program Room at Crest Hill Program Type: Children Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Unleash Your Creativity at Blank Slate!A Creative Space for KidsIs your child an aspiring artist? Do they love to experiment with different art styles? Then this is the perfect program for them!What’s Blank Slate? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Blank Slate 5:00pm–5:45pm 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: Unleash Your Creativity at Blank Slate!A Creative Space for KidsIs your child an aspiring artist? Do they love to experiment with different art styles? Then this is the perfect program for them!What’s Blank Slate? 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 Escape Room: Minecraft Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room B at Romeoville Program Type: Teen Age Group: Teens Be a hero and solve who is trying to eliminate the world of Minecraft! Find a way to save all your Minecraft friends, Steve, Pigs, Foxes, and others! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Teen Escape Room: Minecraft 6:00pm–7:00pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Be a hero and solve who is trying to eliminate the world of Minecraft! Find a way to save all your Minecraft friends, Steve, Pigs, Foxes, and others! 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 "Teen" group Teen Escape Room: Minecraft Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room B at Romeoville Program Type: Teen Age Group: Teens Be a hero and solve who is trying to eliminate the world of Minecraft! Find a way to save all your Minecraft friends, Steve, Pigs, Foxes, and others! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Teen Escape Room: Minecraft 7:00pm–8:00pm Romeoville Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Romeoville Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Be a hero and solve who is trying to eliminate the world of Minecraft! Find a way to save all your Minecraft friends, Steve, Pigs, Foxes, and others! 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 New Year's Bingo Night Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill Program Type: Adult Age Group: Adults Join us for an exciting night of fun and games at our upcoming Bingo program! Get ready to mark off those numbers and shout 'Bingo!' in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Jan 5 2026 Mon New Year's Bingo Night 7:00pm–8:30pm 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: Join us for an exciting night of fun and games at our upcoming Bingo program! Get ready to mark off those numbers and shout 'Bingo!' in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Disclaimer(s) Attendees must be 18 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.
