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DIY Time Capsule

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Create your own time capsule capturing what it's like to be a teen today. Supplies will be provided, but please bring any personal items you want to include in your time capsule.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own time capsule capturing what it's like to be a teen today. Supplies will be provided, but please bring any personal items you want to include in your time capsule.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Taste Test Challenge: Unique Fruits

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Taste test and vote on your favorite exotic and unique fruit.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Taste test and vote on your favorite exotic and unique fruit.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Warning

Food items will be served at this program. Please be advised that food may contain or come in contact with these ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, and peanuts. If you have a food allergy or special dietary requirements, please contact the program facilitator before attending.

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Hooks and Needles

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age, Teens, Jr. High, Adults

An opportunity for yarn lovers to work on knitting and crochet projects while enjoying each other’s company! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age, Teens, Jr. High, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

An opportunity for yarn lovers to work on knitting and crochet projects while enjoying each other’s company! 

Anime Club - Meet Up

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Take & Make, Film & TV
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Love all things anime? Anime Club is the perfect place to meet and talk to other fans about your favorite series and discover new ones! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities, Take & Make, Film & TV
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love all things anime? Anime Club is the perfect place to meet and talk to other fans about your favorite series and discover new ones! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Plant & Read

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Plant a seed and decorate your planter with a favorite book quote.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant a seed and decorate your planter with a favorite book quote.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Fourth of July

All Day
Oswego Campus, Montgomery Campus

The Oswego and Montgomery Campus are closed for the Fourth of July.  

Closing
Branches:
Oswego Campus, Montgomery Campus
Description:

The Oswego and Montgomery Campus are closed for the Fourth of July.


 

 

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Boardroom at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Dungeons & Dragons:

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Summer Bingo Party

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Summer Bingo is back and better than ever! Join us for prizes, raffles, and snacks.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer Bingo is back and better than ever! Join us for prizes, raffles, and snacks.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Help with dusting and cleaning the Oswego campus youth services area.

Check in at the Youth Services desk.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help with dusting and cleaning the Oswego campus youth services area.

Check in at the Youth Services desk.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendee Cancellation Notice

This event is open to a limited amount of attendees. For this reason, please give cancellation notice at least 24 hours before the scheduled event. This will allow us to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.

Teen Volunteer Reminders

Please remember:

  • You must be on time.
  • Clothes must be appropriate. (Please call 630-978-1655 if you are unsure what this entails.)
  • Cell phones should be silenced while in the library. 

SWITCH It Up

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Stop in and play games on the Nintendo Switch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop in and play games on the Nintendo Switch.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Warhammer 40K

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Warhammer 40K Night:

Come learn about playing Warhammer 40K and other related Games Workshop games. Extra armies will be available to play or bring your own. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Come learn about playing Warhammer 40K and other related Games Workshop games. Extra armies will be available to play or bring your own. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Nail Art Club

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Learn varying techniques and use accessories to create unique nail art.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn varying techniques and use accessories to create unique nail art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Help with dusting and cleaning the Montgomery campus Youth Services area.

Check in at the Youth Services desk.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help with dusting and cleaning the Montgomery campus Youth Services area.

Check in at the Youth Services desk.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendee Cancellation Notice

This event is open to a limited amount of attendees. For this reason, please give cancellation notice at least 24 hours before the scheduled event. This will allow us to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.

Teen Volunteer Reminders

Please remember:

  • You must be on time.
  • Clothes must be appropriate. (Please call 630-978-1655 if you are unsure what this entails.)
  • Cell phones should be silenced while in the library. 

Taste of America

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

A tasting and discussion of snacks & foods that shape American culture today.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

A tasting and discussion of snacks & foods that shape American culture today.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Warning

Food items will be served at this program. Please be advised that food may contain or come in contact with these ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, and peanuts. If you have a food allergy or special dietary requirements, please contact the program facilitator before attending.

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Boardroom at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Dungeons & Dragons:

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Teen Crafternoon

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Stop in each month for a different craft. This month's craft is a beaded succulent.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop in each month for a different craft. This month's craft is a beaded succulent.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Hooks and Needles

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age, Teens, Jr. High, Adults

An opportunity for yarn lovers to work on knitting and crochet projects while enjoying each other’s company! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age, Teens, Jr. High, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

An opportunity for yarn lovers to work on knitting and crochet projects while enjoying each other’s company! 

Anime Club - Meet Up

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Take & Make, Film & TV
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Love all things anime? Anime Club is the perfect place to meet and talk to other fans about your favorite series and discover new ones! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities, Take & Make, Film & TV
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love all things anime? Anime Club is the perfect place to meet and talk to other fans about your favorite series and discover new ones! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Teen Nerf Night

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

We'll be having some Nerf fun throughout the library during this after-hours program! The library will be providing the darts, blasters, and eye protection. Please do not bring any personal Nerf items.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll be having some Nerf fun throughout the library during this after-hours program! The library will be providing the darts, blasters, and eye protection. Please do not bring any personal Nerf items.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Flower Arranging

Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Create your own arrangement or flower crown.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own arrangement or flower crown.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Pop Culture Trivia

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Team up with other teens and test your knowledge on American pop culture.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Team up with other teens and test your knowledge on American pop culture.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Boardroom at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Dungeons & Dragons:

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Sky-High Card Towers

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Do you have steady hands & nerves of steel? Come in and show us your building skills. Prizes & snacks provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have steady hands & nerves of steel? Come in and show us your building skills. Prizes & snacks provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Warhammer 40K

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Warhammer 40K Night:

Come learn about playing Warhammer 40K and other related Games Workshop games. Extra armies will be available to play or bring your own. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Come learn about playing Warhammer 40K and other related Games Workshop games. Extra armies will be available to play or bring your own. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.