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Storytime with Santa

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for a magical morning as Santa reads 'Twilight: A Reindeer Story' by Adam Woodworth. Let Santa's enchanting voice transport you to a wintry world filled with wonder and heartwarming lessons.

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.   

DIY Crafternoons - Fabric Christmas Ornament

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Looking for a last minute gift for someone special?!  Or just something "jolly" to brighten up your holiday decorations?  Stop by and make this colorful, decoupage ornament.  All supplies are provided.

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.   

Adult Craft: Twine Holiday Wreaths

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to add an extra touch of decorations this holiday season? Look no further than this simple, yet elegant twine wreath craft! Feel free to add other elements to make this craft uniquely yours. 

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 & Conversation Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.   

Teen Anime & Cocoa Night

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Warm up at the Lockport Library with some hot cocoa and a heartwarming anime! Feel free to wear pajamas and bring a cozy blanket to settle down and watch something fun during your free time. Cocoa will be provided!

Computer Class: eBooks with Hoopla & Libby

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

The White Oak Library District is proud to offer two different eBook services for our patrons: Libby and Hoopla.

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.   

Books & Blockbusters: Little Women

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
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.   

Drop-In Cocoa & DIY Gift Wrapping

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Teen
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Teen
Event Details:

Come get into the holiday spirit by drinking some cocoa, listening to some holiday music, and wrapping some presents at the library.

Christmas Eve

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville

Christmas Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.   

Countdown to Noon Year

11:00am - 12:30pm
Children
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
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.   

New Year's Eve

5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville

New Years

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Crest Hill, Lockport, Romeoville

Teen Volunteer Night

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Lockport
Registration
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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. 

Registration 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.   

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Meeting
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Friends Of The Library Meeting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Meeting
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Friends Of The Library Meeting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library

Friends Of The Library Meeting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library

Friends Of The Library Meeting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Meeting
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Meeting
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

White Oak Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Meeting
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting