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Resurrection Mary, Chicago’s Most Beloved Spirit

Resurrection Mary, Chicago’s Most Beloved Spirit: Presented by Ray Johnson

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who is or was “Resurrection Mary” and what makes the Chicago version of this “Vanishing Hitchhiker” legend so special? Where did the story start? What are the facts? Are people still seeing Mary’s ghost today?

irish legends

Irish Legends from Around the World with Terry Lynch

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Romeoville
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Terry Lynch, a true Son of Erin, shares enchanting folktales that capture the essence of fairies, banshees and leprechauns in all their glory. 

From The Ashes: The Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Wednesday, March 18th. 7:00-8:30PM. Crest Hill Branch.

From the Ashes: The Great Chicago Fire of 1871

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

On October 8, 1871 a fire broke out inside a barn on Chicago's southwest side.

Resume Writing Workshop. Thursday March 19th 6:30-8:30 PM. Crest Hill Branch.

Resume Writing Workshop

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Lab at Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform your resume into a powerful tool and learn different resume formats with a career professional from JJC’s Career Services.

The Basics of Wills & Trusts. Wednesday March 25th 7:00-8:30PM

The Basics of Wills and Trusts

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

What’s the difference between a will and a trust? Should you have one or the other, or both? Come learn the basics of how to pass your assets, including your home, to your heirs with the least fuss. You will also learn:

Mushrooms

Edible Mushrooms of Illinois with Liz Weinstein

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

This presentation is perfect for those wanting to learn more about the fabulous world of fungi and how to forage wild edible mushrooms in Illinois. We’ll cover mushroom basics, such as learning about mu

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Stay & Play

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Romeoville
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.

Toddler Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Romeoville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning.

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.   

Sensory Play & Explore

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Romeoville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
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.

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.   

Budding Builders

9:30am–11:30am
Children
Romeoville
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Watch as your child explores construction and builds essential skills through play with durable, colorful building sets specifically designed for little hands.

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 Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Romeoville
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Get ready to build, create, and imagine at our LEGO drop in! Whether you're a master builder or just starting out, this is your chance to unleash your creativity with everyone’s favorite colorful bricks.

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children

Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.

Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!

CLOSED Fall Staff Development Day

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

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children

Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.

Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!

CLOSED Fall Staff Development Day

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

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children

Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.

Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children

Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.

Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!

Veteran's Day

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

Thanksgiving Day

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

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children

Gotta catch ‘em all? You can find ‘em at our Pokémon® Club! Players can bring 60 cards to play, as well as a Nintendo® DS/3DS/Switch to do battle electronically. Open to all skill levels. Ages 8 and up.

Yu-Gi-Oh fans are welcome!

Christmas Eve

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

Christmas Day

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

New Year's Eve - Closing at 5:00 pm

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

New Year's Day

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

Easter

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

Memorial Day

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

Independence Day

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

Veteran's Day

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

Thanksgiving Day

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

Christmas Eve

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