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Shrinky Dinks

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age, Preschool

Stop in to color a shrinky dink and bake it here in the library!  While supplies last!     

This program is for our friends in preschool - Grade 5.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in to color a shrinky dink and bake it here in the library!  While supplies last!     

This program is for our friends in preschool - Grade 5.

Scrap Happy

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Explore everything from junk journaling and collage art to snail mail design. Make your own journal pages, craft unique stationery, or write letters to share with friends.

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:

Explore everything from junk journaling and collage art to snail mail design. Make your own journal pages, craft unique stationery, or write letters to share with friends.

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.

Award Winners Book Discussion Group

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Award Winners Book Discussion:

The Award Winners Book Discussion Group meets the first Thursday of the month to discuss award winning books. Contact Adult Services to receive a copy of this month’s book. 

The book we will discuss this month is Playground by Richard Powers.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Award Winners Book Discussion Group meets the first Thursday of the month to discuss award winning books. Contact Adult Services to receive a copy of this month’s book. 

The book we will discuss this month is Playground by Richard Powers.

Magic: The Gathering

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Magic: The Gathering Club. Come and try your hand at the original strategy collectible card game that spawned the genre! Learn alongside others new to the game or bring your own deck and duel against other players.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Magic: The Gathering Club. Come and try your hand at the original strategy collectible card game that spawned the genre! Learn alongside others new to the game or bring your own deck and duel against other players.

Period Product Drive

All Day
Lobby at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults

Visit the Oswego Campus during the month of April to donate any of the following items: Boxes of liners, pads, and tampons (any variety).

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit the Oswego Campus during the month of April to donate any of the following items: Boxes of liners, pads, and tampons (any variety).

Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Oswego Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Families

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Age Group: Youth, Families
Event Details:

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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.

Chicago Pop Radio Wars of the '60s and '70s

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

A behind-the-scenes look at two competing super stations and how Chicago 's super jocks Dick Biondi, Clark Weber and Ron Riley gave local band their big music break.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

A behind-the-scenes look at two competing super stations and how Chicago 's super jocks Dick Biondi, Clark Weber and Ron Riley gave local band their big music break.

Genealogy Consultations

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Oswego at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Genealogy Consultations:

Genealogist Mike Fichtel will offer assistance using the library’s collection and online resources to help conduct genealogical research. Mike will be available the second Wednesda...

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Oswego
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy

Genealogist Mike Fichtel will offer assistance using the library’s collection and online resources to help conduct genealogical research. Mike will be available the second Wednesday of each month from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday, April 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. 

Oswego Writers' Group

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Writing & Language
Age Group:
Adults

The Oswego Writers Group is a creative writing workshop, open to all those 18 years of age or older looking for a community of writers and seeking to improve their writing.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing & Language
Event Details:

The Oswego Writers Group is a creative writing workshop, open to all those 18 years of age or older looking for a community of writers and seeking to improve their writing.

Tiny Tot Art

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Babies

Join us for a story, songs, dancing, and an art project for our tiniest patrons.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a story, songs, dancing, and an art project for our tiniest patrons.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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.

Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion Group

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion:

The Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion Group meets the second Thursday of the month to provide an opportunity for readers to share insights and discover new books. Contact Adult Se...

This month we will be discussing 'Arsenic And Adobo' by Mia Manansala. Call 630-978-1024 to request the title be held under your name or stop by the second floor Adult Service desk at our Oswego location to pick up a copy.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion Group meets the second Thursday of the month to provide an opportunity for readers to share insights and discover new books. Contact Adult Services to receive a copy of this month’s book. 

This month we will be discussing 'Arsenic And Adobo' by Mia Manansala. Call 630-978-1024 to request the title be held under your name or stop by the second floor Adult Service desk at our Oswego location to pick up a copy.

Anime Club - Watch Party

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Film & TV
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Come watch anime with other teens! Bring a water bottle or other drink - snacks will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Film & TV
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come watch anime with other teens! Bring a water bottle or other drink - snacks will be 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.

Art Sparks: A Homeschool Meet-Up

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age, Jr. High

Learn about a famous artist or type of art and then create your own piece of artwork! This program is for our patrons in kindergarten - grade 5. Caregivers and siblings of all ages are welcome to attend.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age, Jr. High
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn about a famous artist or type of art and then create your own piece of artwork! This program is for our patrons in kindergarten - grade 5. Caregivers and siblings of all ages are welcome to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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.

Saturday Stories

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Come start your weekend fun with a storytime at the library!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come start your weekend fun with a storytime at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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.

Spring Collage Jr.

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Drop in to enjoy some stories and make a craft out of some surprise materials!

This program is for our friends in kindergarten - grade 2.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in to enjoy some stories and make a craft out of some surprise materials!

This program is for our friends in kindergarten - grade 2.

Spring Collage

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Drop in to enjoy some stories and make a craft out of some surprise materials!

This program is for our friends in grades 3-5.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in to enjoy some stories and make a craft out of some surprise materials!

This program is for our friends in grades 3-5.

Period Product Drive

All Day
Lobby at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults

Visit the Oswego Campus during the month of April to donate any of the following items: Boxes of liners, pads, and tampons (any variety).

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit the Oswego Campus during the month of April to donate any of the following items: Boxes of liners, pads, and tampons (any variety).

Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Next Chapter Book Club:

Adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities will read and discuss a book together. Join us through Zoom to have fun reading, learning, and making new fr...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading
Registration Required

Adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities will read and discuss a book together. Join us through Zoom to have fun reading, learning, and making new friends. Registration is required. For more information, please contact Ben.

Warhammer 40K

Monday, April 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.

Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Oswego Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Families

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Age Group: Youth, Families
Event Details:

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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 Art

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Come build LEGO art with your adult.  Each month we will have a different theme!

This program is for our patrons in kindergarten - grade 2 with a adult.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come build LEGO art with your adult.  Each month we will have a different theme!

This program is for our patrons in kindergarten - grade 2 with a adult.

 

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.

Ticketed Programs (T)

For ticketed programs, tickets will be distributed 15 minutes before the start of the program. Doors close 10 minutes after the start of the program.

 

5th Annual Spring Guitar Concert

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Ron Stark, Karen Kulzer and their special guests return for their 5th annual guitar concert consisting of solos, duos and trios.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ron Stark, Karen Kulzer and their special guests return for their 5th annual guitar concert consisting of solos, duos and trios.

I Survived This Book Club

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Join us as we read a different I Survived book each month, learn the science about what happened and what you can do in a disaster! 

This program is for our friends in grades 3-5.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Book Club, Science & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we read a different I Survived book each month, learn the science about what happened and what you can do in a disaster! 

This program is for our friends in grades 3-5.

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.