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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

After School LEGO Club

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Regular Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Board of Trustees
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

I Survived This Book Club

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

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 month we will be reading The Joplin Tornado, 2011.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
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 month we will be reading The Joplin Tornado, 2011.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Babies" group.

Tiny Tot Art

Thursday, October 23, 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Toddler Art

Thursday, October 23, 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.

Toddler Art

Thursday, October 23, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Jr. High" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Film & TV
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Anime Club:

Join Anime Club as we catch up on a few anime shows. Unique snack will be served, so bring your water bottle.

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

Join Anime Club as we catch up on a few anime shows. Unique snack will be served, so bring your water bottle.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Permission Slip

This program requires a parent permission slip. Please have the form signed before the event.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Book Bites

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club, Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

Sign up to have a snack with new friends, talk about your favorite recent reads, and learn about the newest books for kids!

This program is for our patrons in grades 4 & 5.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Book Club, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up to have a snack with new friends, talk about your favorite recent reads, and learn about the newest books for kids!

This program is for our patrons in grades 4 & 5.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Wonder Lab Jr.

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool

Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities with a different them each month!

This program is for our friends 3-5 years of age.

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

Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities with a different them each month!

This program is for our friends 3-5 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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Halloween Candy Taste Test

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

It's candy versus candy as we taste treats and choose which one is the best Halloween snack!

This program is for patrons in grades 3-5.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's candy versus candy as we taste treats and choose which one is the best Halloween snack!

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Halloween Candy Taste Test

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

It's candy versus candy as we taste treats and choose which one is the best Halloween snack!

This program is for patrons in grades 3-5.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's candy versus candy as we taste treats and choose which one is the best Halloween snack!

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.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club

All Day
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Everyone

Come check out the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club at the library!  

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

Come check out the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club at the library!  

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Saturday Stories

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families

Come start your weekend fun with a story time at the library!

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

Come start your weekend fun with a story time 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Jr. High" group.

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 unlock new characters and levels in Smash Bros and Mario Kart!

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 unlock new characters and levels in Smash Bros and Mario Kart!

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Jr. High" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Graphic Novel Book Bundles

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Book Club, Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

Are you a graphic novel fan?  Let one of our librarians surprise you with a book box with three graphic novels and some surprises!  Books will be checked out to your library card.

Pick up your bundle at the Youth Services Desk!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Book Club, Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a graphic novel fan?  Let one of our librarians surprise you with a book box with three graphic novels and some surprises!  Books will be checked out to your library card.

Pick up your bundle at the Youth Services Desk!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Theme Book Bundle Jr.

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Youth Department at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Book Club, Reading
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

Register your reader for a surprise bundle of books featuring a new theme each month!  Books will be checked out to the patron. 

Book Boxes will be available at the Youth Services desk for pickup.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5
Program Type: Book Club, Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register your reader for a surprise bundle of books featuring a new theme each month!  Books will be checked out to the patron. 

Book Boxes will be available at the Youth Services desk for pickup.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.
This event is in the "Jr. High" group.

Eerie Eats

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Grades K - 5" group.

Superhero Stuffies

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5

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, Grades K - 5
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

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.