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Winter Beer Tasting

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

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:

Three cheers for Winter Beer! We welcome award-winning home craft beer brewer Scott Pointon for a fun evening of sampling and learning about several winter specialty beers.

Storytime with Santa

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill

Library Branch: Crest Hill

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children

Program Type: Children

Registration Required

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.

Wintertime Skin Care

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 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:

Combat the winter blues with some self care. Take a moment to learn how to rest your skin during the cold winter months.

Holiday Witches: Folklore and Seasonal Traditions from Ireland, The UK and Beyond

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Meeting Room A/B at Crest Hill

Library Branch: Crest Hill

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Adult, Teen

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate the magic of the season with a twist of witchcraft and wonder! This lecture explores the full calendar year of holidays where witches and other strange creatures are celebrated, reviled, or feared. From quirky, kind-hearted w

History and Influence of Illinois on the Music Scene

Tuesday, January 6, 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:

Interested in learning about the rich musical culture Illinois has to offer? Join Ron Romero, CEO and founder of Illinois Rock and Roll Museum on Route 66 for an engaging presentation where he explores the music scene that shaped Illinois.

Artemis: Returning to the Moon with Michelle Nichols

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room A/B at Lockport

Library Branch: Lockport

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Adult

Registration Required

Event Details:

It's been over 50 years since humans have visited the Moon, but that could soon change!

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10 am		This event is in the "Children" group Animal Crackers Arts & Crafts - Dragon Wings 10:15am–10:45am Children Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Do you love arts and crafts? Do you love animals? This is the program for you! 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 Animal Crackers Arts & Crafts - Dragon Wings 10:45am–11:15am Children Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Do you love arts and crafts? Do you love animals? This is the program for you! 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 DUE TO THE WEATHER THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD INSIDE THE LIBRARY.Preschool Storytime at Central Square 10:00am–10:30am Children Lockport Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Offsite Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Join us for adventure at Preschool Storytime. Designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of reading, our interactive program blends stories, songs, and fun activities while creating an engaging learning experience for children ages 3-5. This event is in the "Children" group Storytime Craft 10:30am–11:00am Children Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Join us after Central Square Storytime for a fun in-house craft based on the theme of our Central Square Storytime! 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 Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Children Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Does your little love listening to stories? Do they sometimes struggle to focus in a traditional story time setting? Try our new program Sensory Story Time! 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 and Play 10:45am–11:15am Children Lockport This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: After Sensory Storytime, "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 "Adult" group Computer Class: Internet & Email Basics 10:30am–12:00pm Adult Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required In this class, you will learn about browsers, basic online searching skills, and tools to assist you with online safety. Basic computer experience is required, as are mouse and keyboard skills. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group Stay and Play 11:15am–11:45am Children Lockport This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: After Animal Crackers Arts & Crafts, "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 and Play 11:00am–11:30am Children Lockport This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: After Preschool Story Craft, "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.
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2 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Level Up! Reading Dragons Party! 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Registration Required Event Details: Hope you saved all those amazing Reading Dragons Cards!?!? Here is your chance to show your skills, compete with other finishers, and LEVEL UP!!! 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 LEGO Drop In Fridays! 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Lockport This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Children Event Details: Show off your skill and create your own LEGO® design! Hang with friends or family and build together(ness)! We supply everything you need, we just need you to bring your creativity! All ages welcome! 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 Movie Melodies: The Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein with Dr. Annette Bochenek 2:00pm–3:30pm Adult Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult Registration Required Event Details: Many beloved classic Hollywood musicals were brought to life by the musical talents of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. Join Film Historian Dr. 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.
3 pm
4 pm			This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Art Night: Pokémon Planter 4:00pm–5:30pm Teen Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Level-Up your creativity and bedroom decor by painting a cute Pokémon themed planter! Choose your starter, paint, and create a work of art that you can take home and fill with a plant or some small knick-knacks. Disclaimer(s) This program is intended for grades 6-12.
5 pm
6 pm	This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Teen Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Teen Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Lockport! This session, we will continue to play as a group, so be prepared to jump right in! 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group Backyard Birdwatching 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult, Teen Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult, Teen Registration Required Event Details: Have you ever seen a bird in your yard, and wondered, "what kind of bird is that?" Join us in welcoming the Will County Audubon Society, who will teach us about Birding for Beginners. This program will cover: 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 7:00pm–8:30pm Adult Lockport Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Lockport Room: Computer Lab 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.

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