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Young Writer's Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Young Adult Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Author, Education, Writing & Language
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Young Writer's group  Series topicsMarch- Continue writing and creating your short story, this month we'll discuss story arcsApril- Tones, genre and editingMay- Covers an...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Young Adult Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Author, Education, Writing & Language
Required
Event Details:

Young Writer's group 

 

Series topics
March- Continue writing and creating your short story, this month we'll discuss story arcs
April- Tones, genre and editing
May- Covers and titles

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.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer Opportunity - Oswego Campus Young AdultHelp with dusting and cleaning the Oswego campus young adult areas.Check in at the Young Adult desk.

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

Teen Volunteer Opportunity - Oswego Campus Young Adult

Help with dusting and cleaning the Oswego campus young adult areas.

Check in at the Young Adult 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 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.

Next Chapter Book Club

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Teens, 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...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education
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.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer Opportunity - Montgomery Campus Young AdultHelp with dusting and cleaning the Montgomery campus young adult areas.Check in at the Young Adult desk.

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

Teen Volunteer Opportunity - Montgomery Campus Young Adult

Help with dusting and cleaning the Montgomery campus young adult areas.

Check in at the Young Adult 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 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.

Memorial Day

Monday, May 27, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Oswego Campus, Montgomery Campus

Library closed all day for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Oswego Campus, Montgomery Campus
Description:

Library closed all day for Memorial Day.

The Men of Omaha Beach

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Men of Omaha Beach paints the picture of Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, and provides insight into how and where the Normandy Invasion took place. After a brief introduction ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

The Men of Omaha Beach paints the picture of Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, and provides insight into how and where the Normandy Invasion took place.

Teen Movie Club

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Young Adult Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Film & TV
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Join Movie Club as we watch & discuss a movie related to Young Adult novels. Snacks will be served, so bring your closed lid drink. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Young Adult Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Film & TV
Required
Event Details:

Join Movie Club as we watch & discuss a movie related to Young Adult novels. Snacks will be served, so bring your closed lid drink. 

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.

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.

Magic: The Gathering Club

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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 p...

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

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.

Cicada Celebration

All Day 6/3 - 6/9
Montgomery Campus & Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Make & Take
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Come see what the buzz is all about!  We'll have cicada themed crafts (while supplies last,) a scavenger hunt and coloring pages all week long!

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus & Oswego Campus
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Make & Take
Event Details:

Come see what the buzz is all about!  We'll have cicada themed crafts (while supplies last,) a scavenger hunt and coloring pages all week long!

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult Room 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!

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Young Adult Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High
Program Type: Games & Activities
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 Volunteer Opportunity- Dungeons & Dragons DM

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer Opportunity- DM for our Dungeons & Dragons Program.Located at out Montgomery Campus teen Room 6-8PM Must be available for all summer game dates: June 3rd, J...

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

Teen Volunteer Opportunity- DM for our Dungeons & Dragons Program.

Located at out Montgomery Campus teen Room 6-8PM

 

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 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.

Wild Cards

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Come in and learn a new card game every week!  You'll learn the game and get a chance to practice and play.  Everyone that signs up will get a deck of cards at the end of...

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

Come in and learn a new card game every week!  You'll learn the game and get a chance to practice and play.  Everyone that signs up will get a deck of cards at the end of each session to share!

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.

Water Tales

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Toddler
Event Details:

Join us for stories featuring awesome aquatic animals!  Recommended ages for storytimes are 2-6 years old, all are welcome!

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

Join us for stories featuring awesome aquatic animals!  

Recommended ages for storytimes are 2-6 years old, all are welcome!

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.

Stories & Cuentos

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Bilingual, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families
Event Details:

Join us for stories and crafts as we share our favorite stories in English and Spanish!  ¡Únase a nosotros para conocer historias y manualidades mientras compartimos nuestras ...

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

Join us for stories and crafts as we share our favorite stories in English and Spanish!  ¡Únase a nosotros para conocer 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.

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 Oppurtunity

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer- Oswego Campus Young Adult departmentCheck in at the Young Adult Department Desk

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

Teen Volunteer- Oswego Campus Young Adult department

Check in at the Young Adult Department Desk

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 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.

Medicare and Social Security

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Finance & Legal
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

To claim or not to claim. That is the question. Margaret Remlinger, CFP, will be presenting the basics to Social Security and claiming options. Join her and Jeff Remlinger from Lif...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance & Legal
Required
Event Details:

To claim or not to claim. That is the question. Margaret Remlinger, CFP, will be presenting the basics to Social Security and claiming options.

EVENT RESCHEDULED: Dr. Temple Grandin: The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author
Event Details:

Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism for autism and neurodiversity for decades.

Baby & Me Social Time

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Play
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Stop in for some baby & caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys!

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Play
Event Details:

Stop in for some baby & caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys!

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.

Tot & Me Social Time

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Play
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Stop in for some tot & caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys!

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Play
Event Details:

Stop in for some tot & caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys!

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.

1-On-1 Computer Training

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you need some one–on–one training on computers? Do you have trouble navigating your computer or smart device? Need help setting up a social media account? Sign up for a private ...

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Do you need some one–on–one training on computers? Do you have trouble navigating your computer or smart device? Need help setting up a social media account?

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

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer- Oswego Campus Youth Services departmentCheck in at the Youth Services Department Desk

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

Teen Volunteer- Oswego Campus Youth Services department

Check in at the Youth Services Department Desk

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 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.

Little Miss Ann

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Families
Event Details:

Come and enjoy the music of Little Miss Ann!  She will be sharing original songs along with reinvented classics!

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Music & Dance, Performance
Required
Event Details:

Come and enjoy the music of Little Miss Ann!  She will be sharing original songs along with reinvented classics!

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.

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.

Pokémon Go Club

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Department at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Meet at the library and head into the wilderness as we explore the neighborhood for PokéStops and gyms!  We will be going outside of the library, so adults are welcome to walk...

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

Meet at the library and head into the wilderness as we explore the neighborhood for PokéStops and gyms!  We will be going outside of the library, so adults are welcome to walk with us.

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.

Inclement Weather

If there is inclement weather, we will move the program indoors. 

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.