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Hang & Play

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 9:15am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, 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 neces...

Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

There are no Storytimes today, but that doesn't mean we aren't having fun! Hang and play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. 

All ages with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
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 s...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Scrabble Club

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for Scrabble Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy some classic wordplay. All skill levels are welcome. The li...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for Scrabble Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy some classic wordplay. All skill levels are welcome. The library will provide Scrabble boards and dictionaries.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Lockport! This month, we will begin a new journey, so be prepared to jump right into character discussion and some action! Every experien...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Lockport! This month, we will begin a new journey, so be prepared to jump right into character discussion and some action!

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.

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
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 s...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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?

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO® Master Builders Club

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Show off your skill and create your own LEGO® design that we will display in the library! This program is intended for children of all ages.

Library Branch: Crest Hill
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 that we will display in the library! 

This program is intended for children of all ages.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Adult & Teen Craft: Miniature Libraries

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult, Teen
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

"'Books are the windows through which the soul looks out." ~ social reformer, Henry Ward BeecherCalling all book lovers who enjoy crafting! We will create a beautiful mini bookshel...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

"'Books are the windows through which the soul looks out." ~ social reformer, Henry Ward Beecher

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.

Pinochle Club

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
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 p...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.   

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Sit & Stay Fit

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 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 ...

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

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.   

This event is in the "Children" group.

Countdown to Noon Year

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Help us bring in the New Year at the Romeoville Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a da...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Help us bring in the New Year at the Romeoville Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a dance party!

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.

Countdown to Noon Year

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Help us ring in the New Year at the Lockport Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a dance...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Help us ring in the New Year at the Lockport Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a dance party!

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.

Countdown to Noon Year

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Help us ring in the New Year at the Crest Hill Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a dan...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Help us ring in the New Year at the Crest Hill Branch! Join us for a fun craft and enjoy some delicious snacks. We'll count down to noon, release the balloon drop, & have a dance party!

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.   

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville
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Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville

New Years

All Day
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville
Closing
Branches:
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville
This event is in the "Adult" group.

American Mahjong Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
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 fe...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the captivating game of Mahjong? The library invites you to our open Mahjong club where you can learn, play, and have a great time with fellow enthusiasts!

What to Expect:

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult Craft: Cardmaking

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Tired of not finding the perfect greeting card for someone? We have the solution--make your own! We'll be going over the basics of cardmaking, including how to upcycle old greeting...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tired of not finding the perfect greeting card for someone? We have the solution--make 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 event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Anime Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Romeoville
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us as we embark on epic journeys, unravel mysteries, and forge unbreakable bonds with characters who feel like old friends. From the adrenaline-fueled battles of Shonen to the...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us as we embark on epic journeys, unravel mysteries, and forge unbreakable bonds with characters who feel like old friends.

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.

Hang & Play

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 9:15am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, 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 neces...

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Class: Google Workspace

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Lockport
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Computer Class: Google Workspace:

This class gives a general overview of the most used features and applications in Google Workspace which includes but is not limited to Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Drive, Docs, Sh...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 11

This class gives a general overview of the most used features and applications in Google Workspace which includes but is not limited to Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Tasks, and Contacts. Basic computer experience is required, as are mouse and keyboard skills. A Gmail account is required.

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.

TWEEN Read the World Book Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Keep the reading and world travels going as we head to !    Reader's who attend this bookclub will get treats from our last country - JAPAN!  - while we discuss...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Keep the reading and world travels going as we head to !  

 

 

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.

Winter Family Movies

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a fun movie & snack at the library. Coloring sheets, markers and crayons will be provided during the film. 

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a fun movie & snack at the library. Coloring sheets, markers and crayons will be provided during the film. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

New Year's Vision Boards

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome 2025 with a vision board meet-up at the White Oak Library. Learn the philosophy of a vision board and discover your aspirations for the new year as you use the technique of...

Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Welcome 2025 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.

Music in Motion

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Romeoville
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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...

Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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.

Tails & Tales Storytime - Penguins

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Lockport
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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 t...

Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.