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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Stay & Play

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Crest Hill
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

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Romeoville
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.   

This event is in the "Friends of the Library" group

Friends Of The Library Meeting

2:00pm–3:30pm
Friends of the Library
Romeoville
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
This event is in the "Children" group

Tween Book Club: Hide and Don't Seek

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and chat about this collection of spooky tales, Hide and Don't Seek by Anica Mrose Rissi! Join other young readers for a thoughtful discussion about what you like and dislike about this book. All opinions are welcome!

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

Irish Legends from Around the World with Terry Lynch

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adult, Teen
Romeoville
Registration Required
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. 

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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Music in Motion

9:15am–9:45am
Children
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
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

Little Artists - Michelangelo

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

Calling all Little Artists! If your preschooler loves painting with brushes or fingers, this morning art class is for them. Each week will feature a different famous artist and art mediums like watercolors, clay, and paper art. Ages 3-5.

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.

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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Tails & Tales-Raccoon

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

Start your day 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Pinochle Club

9:30am–12:30pm
Adult
Romeoville
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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Stay & Play

9:45am–10:15am
Children
Crest Hill
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Music in Motion, 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 "Adult" group

ESL Reading & Conversation Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Crest Hill
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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Artists - Michelangelo

10:15am–10:45am
Children
Lockport
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all Little Artists! If your preschooler loves painting with brushes or fingers, this morning art class is for them. Each week will feature a different famous artist and art mediums like watercolors, clay, and paper art. Ages 3-5.

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.

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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Play & Explore

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Romeoville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Play & Explore

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Stay and Play

10:45am–11:15am
Children
Lockport
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

After Little Artists, "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

DIY Crafternoons - Fizzy Painting

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Lockport
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lockport
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's craft together with all kinds of materials. We'll paint, glue and bead all kinds of fun and exciting projects. 

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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Tween Crafting Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Romeoville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Romeoville
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Crafting Club, we will be exploring all different crafts! Want to learn the basics of crochet? Make miniatures out of airdry clay? Use LEGOs to make prints? We’ll be trying it all in our Crafting Club!

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 TTRPG Night

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love playing games? Have you ever wanted to  try playing a Tabletop Role Playing Game, or TTRPG? Join us as we explore TTRPG's made for Tweens!

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 Tasters: KPop Demon Hunters

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teen
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try some tasty Korean snacks at the Crest Hill branch! Some featured in the hit Netflix movie "Kpop Demon Hunters!"

This program is intended for grades 6-12.  Please let us know if you have any allergies. 

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

Computer Class: Microsoft Excel Basics

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

More and more companies are looking for employees who know a little something about Excel. Don't get left behind! Learn to create spreadsheets, and open, close, save, and print files. We also talk about adding and editing data, and formatting your spreadsheet to make it look its best! This class will require basic computer, keyboard, and mouse skills, as well as minimal experience with Microsoft Office products.

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

Sensory Play & Explore

9:15am–10:15am
Children
Crest Hill
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crest Hill
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.   

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Learners

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

Explore monthly topics through books, rhymes, and crafts each week at this story time made for little learners! For the month of March we will be learning about rhyming! 

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

Sensory Play and Explore

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Lockport
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.