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Magic: The Gathering Club

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Magic: The Gathering ClubCome 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...

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.

Warhammer 40K

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
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. 

Event Details:

Open to grade 6 to 12, parents interested in playing can come with thier teen. Contact bthurston@oswego.lib.il.us for additional information or if you will need an army to pla...

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

Come learn about playing Warhammer 40K and other related Games Workshop games. Extra armies will be available to play or bring your own. 

Open to grade 6 to 12, parents interested in playing can come with thier teen.

 

Teen Summer Bingo

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Summer Bingo is back! Raffles, snacks, and prizes for the lucky winners.

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

Summer Bingo is back! Raffles, snacks, and prizes for the lucky winners.

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.

Old School Board Games

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Drop in and play older board games like Mancala, Othello, Chess, and more!

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

Drop in and play older board games like Mancala, Othello, Chess, and more!

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.

Pokémon Go Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Department at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  Participants must have Pokémon Go downloaded to a...

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

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  

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.

Choose Your Own Adventure Live!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Will you come to the library and have fun with a unique story?  Or explore the haunted castle on the hill?  Sign up for a storytime adventure where YOU get to choose the ...

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

Will you come to the library and have fun with a unique story?  Or explore the haunted castle on the hill?  Sign up for a storytime adventure where YOU get to choose the ending!

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.

Choose Your Own Adventure Live!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Will you come to the library and have fun with a unique story?  Or explore the haunted castle on the hill?  Sign up for a storytime adventure where YOU get to choose the ...

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

Will you come to the library and have fun with a unique story?  Or explore the haunted castle on the hill?  Sign up for a storytime adventure where YOU get to choose the ending!

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.

Pictionary & Popcorn

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Patio at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us outdoors on the patio to play Pictionary against other families!  Bring a blanket to sit on and your sunglasses!This program is for families with children entering pre...

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

Join us outdoors on the patio to play Pictionary against other families!  Bring a blanket to sit on and your sunglasses!

This program is for families with children entering preschool through grade 5.

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.

Inclement Weather

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen 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: Teen 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 Video Game Trivia

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Calling all gamers! Come test your video game knowledge against other gamers for a chance to win cool prizes.

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

Calling all gamers! Come test your video game knowledge against other gamers for a chance to win cool 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.

Game On! - Oswego Campus

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Join us for a night of Smash at the Oswego Campus!This program is for our patrons in grades 3 - 5.

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

Join us for a night of Smash at the Oswego Campus!

This program is for our 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.

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 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Department at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  Participants must have Pokémon Go downloaded to a...

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

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  

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.

Mario Bingo

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Race, stomp, and smash your way to the library to play some Mario themed bingo!This program is for our patrons in Preschool - Grade 5.  Caregivers are welcome to help younger ...

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

Race, stomp, and smash your way to the library to play some Mario themed bingo!

This program is for our patrons in Preschool - Grade 5.  Caregivers are welcome to help younger participants learn how to play bingo!

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.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Dungeons & Dragons:

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

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

Do you enjoy playing Dungeons & Dragons or want to learn? Join us at this fun club!

Meet-up for Children With Diverse Abilities

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Families of children with diverse abilities are invited to meet up at the library for snowy STEAM family activities! Enjoy different station activities together and meet some new f...

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Families of children with diverse abilities are invited to meet up at the library for snowy STEAM family activities!

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.

Old School Board Games

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Drop in and play older board games like Mancala, Othello, Chess, and more!

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

Drop in and play older board games like Mancala, Othello, Chess, and more!

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 Nerf Night

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

We'll be having some Nerf fun throughout the library during this after-hours program! The library will be providing the darts, blasters, and eye protection. Please do not bring any...

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

We'll be having some Nerf fun throughout the library during this after-hours program! The library will be providing the darts, blasters, and eye protection. Please do not bring any personal Nerf items.

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.

Wild Cards

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Come in to learn a variety of cards!  Take a deck home to share the game with your friends and family.This program is for our patrons in grades 3 - 5.

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

Come in to learn a variety of cards!  Take a deck home to share the game with your friends and family.

This program is for our 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.

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.

X-treme Food Tasting for Teens

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Are you tough enough to beat the heat? Come try a variety of foods that increase in spiciness with each round. If you make it to the final level, you'll win a small prize.

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

Are you tough enough to beat the heat? Come try a variety of foods that increase in spiciness with each round. If you make it to the final level, you'll win a small prize.

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.

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.

Game On! - Montgomery Campus

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Join us for a night of Smash at the Montgomery Campus!This program is for our patrons in grades 3 - 5.

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

Join us for a night of Smash at the Montgomery Campus!

This program is for our 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.

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, July 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Department at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  Participants must have Pokémon Go downloaded to a...

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

Follow along as we explore the downtown area to spin the local Pokéstops, raid gyms, and look for Pokémon in the tall grass!  

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.

Magic: The Gathering Club

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Magic: The Gathering ClubCome 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...

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.

Personalized Puzzles

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Come in and decorate a blank puzzle in a design of your choice.  Then mix it up and solve it at home with friends and family!

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

Come in and decorate a blank puzzle in a design of your choice.  Then mix it up and solve it at home with friends and family!

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 Board Game Night

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Feeling competitive but it's really hot outside? Drop in and play board games. Snacks provided.

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

Feeling competitive but it's really hot outside? Drop in and play board games. Snacks 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.