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Teen Volunteer Opportunity - SmashBros & MarioKart

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1:45pm - 3:15pm
Montgomery at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Volunteer to help with player management and tech support

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

Volunteer to help with player management and tech support

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 see our brochure or call 630-978-1655 if you are unsure what this entails.)
  • Cell phones should be silenced while in the library.
  • iPods & other electronics should be left at home.
  • Rubber gloves are provided if desired.

Smash Bros & Mario Kart

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Smash Bros & Mario Kart:

Come in to compete against other local players in Smash Bros. or Mario Kart! 

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

Come in to compete against other local players in Smash Bros. or Mario Kart! 

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.

Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club - Sensory Friendly Visit

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Everyone

Stop by the library this weekend to see what the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club has built for the entire community to enjoy!  We are hosting a special sensory friendly viewing time before the library is open from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Stop by the library this weekend to see what the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club has built for the entire community to enjoy!  We are hosting a special sensory friendly viewing time before the library is open from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

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.

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.

Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Everyone

Stop by the library this weekend to see what the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club has built for the entire community to enjoy!

 

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Stop by the library this weekend to see what the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club has built for the entire community 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.

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.

Interactive Movie Bags

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Film & TV
Age Group:
Youth, Families

Pick up a movie bag at the Youth Services desk with activities and treats to enjoy, while watching a movie the whole family will enjoy!  While supplies last.

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Film & TV
Event Details:

Pick up a movie bag at the Youth Services desk with activities and treats to enjoy, while watching a movie the whole family will enjoy!  While supplies last.

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.

Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Education
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: Education
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.

Superhero Stuffies

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Join us to create a mini stuffed creation of some of your favorite heroes!

This program is for patrons in grades 3 - 5.

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

Join us to create a mini stuffed creation of some of your favorite heroes!

This program is for patrons 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.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity - Eerie Eats

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Montgomery at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Volunteer to help with our Eerie Eats program

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

Volunteer to help with our Eerie Eats program

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 see our brochure or call 630-978-1655 if you are unsure what this entails.)
  • Cell phones should be silenced while in the library.
  • iPods & other electronics should be left at home.
  • Rubber gloves are provided if desired.

Eerie Eats

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Try some Halloween-specific treats

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:

Try some Halloween-specific treats

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.

Halloween Parade

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families

Getting ready for Halloween? Want a chance to show off your costume or practice trick or treating?  Visit the library for a not-so-scary storytime!

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Getting ready for Halloween? Want a chance to show off your costume or practice trick or treating?  Visit the library for a not-so-scary storytime!

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.

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.

Preschool Art

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Enjoy some process art, stories, music and dance for our preschool friends.

This program is for our friends 4 - 5 years of age.

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

Enjoy some process art, stories, music and dance for our preschool friends.

This program is for our friends 4 - 5 years of age.

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.

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.

Potion Making Craft

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Come to the library to design your very own magic potion to take home for Halloween!

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

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 to the library to design your very own magic potion to take home for Halloween!

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

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.

Halloween Bingo

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Wear a costume and have a spooky good time! Raffles, snacks, best costume & bingo prizes.

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:

Wear a costume and have a spooky good time! Raffles, snacks, best costume & bingo prizes.

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.

Toddler Book Bundles

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Youth Department at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddler

Pick up a bundle of board books selected by a librarian for your little reader! 

Toddler Book Bundles are at the Montgomery Campus Youth Services desk, while supplies last!

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddler
Program Type: Reading
Event Details:

Pick up a bundle of board books selected by a librarian for your little reader! 

Toddler Book Bundles are at the Montgomery Campus Youth Services desk, while supplies last!

Potion Play

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Come enjoy some spooky sensory play and make pretend concoctions in our sensory bins!  Come dressed to make a mess!

This program is for our patrons ages 3 - 5 years old.

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

Come enjoy some spooky sensory play and make pretend concoctions in our sensory bins!  Come dressed to make a mess!

This program is for our patrons ages 3 - 5 years old.

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.

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.

After School LEGO Club (T)

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Unwind after a long day at school with the chance to build with new friends!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Unwind after a long day at school with the chance to build with new friends!

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Programs

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.

 

DIY Zombie Makeup

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High

Zombify yourself! Learn how to apply zombie makeup

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

Zombify yourself! Learn how to apply zombie makeup

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.

Tiny Tot Art

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Babies

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

This program is for our patrons that are ages 18-23 months.

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

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

This program is for our patrons that are ages 18-23 months.

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.

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.

Toddler Art

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler

Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art!

This program is for our patrons 2 - 3 years of age.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art!

This program is for our patrons 2 - 3 years of age.

Toddler Art

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler

Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art!

This program is for our patrons 2 - 3 years of age.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddler
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art!

This program is for our patrons 2 - 3 years of age.

Halloween Bingo

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Show your bingo skills at a game of Halloween bingo and win some creepy prizes!

This program is for our patrons in grades 2 & 3.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show your bingo skills at a game of Halloween bingo and win some creepy prizes!

This program is for our patrons in grades 2 & 3.

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.

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.

Magic: The Gathering Club

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:00pm
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.

Sunday STEAM Club

Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary Age

Drop by the library to spend your Sunday afternoon exploring different STEAM concepts and activities at a variety of stations.

This program is for our patrons in grades 1 - 5.

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Drop by the library to spend your Sunday afternoon exploring different STEAM concepts and activities at a variety of stations.

This program is for our patrons in grades 1 - 5.

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, November 3, 2025 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.