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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Youth,
Teens,
Adults
Montgomery Campus & Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov-Jan
2026
Mock Newbery
All Day
11/1–1/23
Montgomery Campus & Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus & Oswego Campus
Age Group:
Youth,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Reading
Event Details:
Check out this year's Mock Newbery nominees and vote for which one you think should be an award winner! Voting begins in January. Voters receive a book! For Grade 4 - Adults
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Youth,
Babies
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Nov
11
2026
Wed
Baby & Me Social Time
9:30am–10:15am
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies
Program Type:
Play
Event Details:
Stop in for some baby and caregiver social time. Make new friends and play with toys! For ages 6 - 20 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
11
2026
Wed
Genealogy Consultations
9:30am–12:30pm
Oswego Campus
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Youth,
Babies
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Nov
12
2026
Thu
Tiny Tot Art
9:30am–10:00am
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a story, song, dancing, and an art project for our tiniest patrons! For ages 18-23 months.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Youth,
Babies
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Nov
9
2026
Mon
Baby Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Sign up for a storytime with songs, rhymes, and stories for your baby! For ages 6 - 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Families
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Tuesday Tales
10:00am–10:30am
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Families
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Tuesday Tales
10:45am–11:15am
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Youth,
Toddler
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Nov
11
2026
Wed
Tot & Me Social Time
10:30am–11:15am
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddler
Program Type:
Play
Event Details:
Stop in for some tot and caregiver social time. Make new friends and play with toys! For ages 21-30 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Youth,
Toddler
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Nov
12
2026
Thu
Toddler Art
10:15am–10:45am
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddler
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art! For ages 2 - 3.
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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
Everyone
Off Site
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Nov
13
2026
Fri
Library Branch:
Off Site
Room:
Off Site
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us for a walk through the Pickerill-Pigott Forest Preserve and a chat about whatever book you’re currently reading! Remember to wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing. We’ll meet every second Friday, weather permitting.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Families
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Nov
14
2026
Sat
Saturday Stories
10:30am–11:00am
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Start your weekend fun with a storytime at the library. For families with all ages.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Youth,
Toddler
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
Nov
12
2026
Thu
Toddler Art
11:00am–11:30am
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddler
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Event Details:
Register your toddlers for stories, songs, dancing, and art! For ages 2 - 3
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Youth,
Preschool
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Preschool Art
1:30pm–2:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Enjoy some process art, stories, music, and dance for our preschool friends. For ages 4 - 5.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
12
2026
Thu
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion Group
1:00pm–2:00pm
Oswego Campus
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 'Pope Joan' by Donna Woolfolk Cross. 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Youth,
Elementary Age
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Nov
8
2026
Sun
Sensory Friendly Programs - Book Character Bingo
2:00pm–3:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary Age
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Event Details:
Play book character themed bingo to win small prizes and a book! For grades 4 - 5.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Youth,
Elementary Age
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Nov
14
2026
Sat
Faygo Taste Test
2:00pm–2:30pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary Age
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Come sip some soda and see if you can guess the flavor! For grades 3-5.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Jr. High" group
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Jr. High" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Nail Art Club
3:30pm–4:30pm
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Youth,
Elementary Age
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
Nov
14
2026
Sat
Faygo Taste Test
3:00pm–3:30pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary Age
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Come sip some soda and see if you can guess the flavor! For grades 3-5.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Youth,
Preschool
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Nov
9
2026
Mon
Preschool Storytime
6:00pm–6:30pm
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Stop in before bedtime for a storytime! For ages 4-5, siblings welcome.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Youth,
Families
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Stories & Cuentos
6:00pm–6:30pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories and crafts as we share our favorite stories in English and Spanish! ¡Únase a nosotros para historias y manualidades mientras compartimos nuestras historias favoritas en inglés y español!
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
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Montgomery Campus
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Jr. High" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
6:30pm–7:30pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Age Group:
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Program Type:
Volunteer
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Jr. High" group
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Oswego Campus
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Jr. High" group
Nov
11
2026
Wed
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
6:30pm–7:30pm
Oswego Campus
Library Branch:
Oswego Campus
Age Group:
Teens,
High School,
Jr. High
Program Type:
Volunteer
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
11
2026
Wed
Oswego Writers' Group
6:30pm–8:00pm
Oswego Campus
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
10
2026
Tue
Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror Book Club
7:00pm–8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Library Branch:
Montgomery Campus
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Sci-Fi, Fantasy, & Horror Book Club meets the second Tuesday of the month for readers to discover and discuss a wide variety of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror books. Contact Adult Services to receive a copy of this month’s book.
The book we will discuss this month is Dark Eden by Chris Beckett.
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