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Saturday Stories

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families
Storytime - Drop In:

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program 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.

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 Movie Club

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen 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. 

Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Teen 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.

Bad Art Day

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Drop by the library to make a dreadful masterpiece of art.  A librarian will judge who makes the absolute best worst art of the night!

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

Drop by the library to make a dreadful masterpiece of art.  A librarian will judge who makes the absolute best worst art of the night!

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.

Playful Pizza Party

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Drop in to celebrate National Pizza Day with a playful pizza party at the library!  Join us for some delicious stories, imaginative play, and crafts!  (All pizza is prete...

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

Drop in to celebrate National Pizza Day with a playful pizza party at the library!  Join us for some delicious stories, imaginative play, and crafts!  (All pizza is pretend, there will be no food during the program.)

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 Opportunity - Playful Pizza Party

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Teen Volunteer-Montgomery Campus Youth Services departmentHelp out with our Youth Services Playful Pizza PartyCheck in at the Montgomery Youth Services Department Desk

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

Teen Volunteer-Montgomery Campus Youth Services department

Help out with our Youth Services Playful Pizza Party

Check in at the Montgomery Youth Services Department Desk

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Doodle Day

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Drop by to relax and draw at the library!  We'll have how to draw stations, coloring and more to unwind with!

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

Drop by to relax and draw at the library!  We'll have how to draw stations, coloring and more to unwind with!

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.

Warhammer 40K

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults
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 adults Contact bthurston@oswego.lib.il.us for additional information or if you will need an army to play with.

Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Jr. High, Adults
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 adults

 

Contact bthurston@oswego.lib.il.us for additional information or if you will need an army to play with.

Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Preschool, Toddler
Storytime - Drop In:

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Families, Preschool, Toddler
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.

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.

Animal Crossing Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Come hangout at the library and play Animal Crossing!  Show off your own island, visit the library island, exchange tips and tricks, and even share friend codes!This program i...

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

Come hangout at the library and play Animal Crossing!  Show off your own island, visit the library island, exchange tips and tricks, and even share friend codes!

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Stories & Cuentos

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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.

Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror Book Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Sci-Fi, Fantasy, & Horror Book Club:

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 M...

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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 Matt to receive a copy of this month’s book. 

Baby & Me Social Time

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Stop in for some baby and caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys!This program is for our patrons ages 6-20 months with a caregiver.

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

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

This program is for our patrons ages 6-20 months with a caregiver.

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.

Genealogy Consultations

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Oswego at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Genealogy Consultations:

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 Wednesda...

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.

Tot & Me Social Time

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Play
Age Group:
Youth, Toddler
Event Details:

Stop in for some toddler and caregiver social time!  Make new friends and play with toys! This program is for our patrons ages 21-30 months with a caregiver.

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

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

This program is for our patrons ages 21-30 months with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

After School LEGO Club

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Play
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5, Preschool
Event Details:

Unwind after school with some quiet build time!  We'll see what everyone creates using the library's LEGOs!This program is for our patrons in preschool through grade 5.

Required
Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K - 5, Preschool
Program Type: Play
Required
Event Details:

Unwind after school with some quiet build time!  We'll see what everyone creates using the library's LEGOs!

This program is for our patrons in 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.

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, February 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Technology
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 ...

Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
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 one hour session with our IT professional. 

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.

Light Up Valentines

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, High School, Jr. High
Event Details:

Show your loved ones that you care by creating a valentine that actually lights up.

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

Show your loved ones that you care by creating a valentine that actually lights up.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families, Toddler
Event Details:

Drop in and see if you can guess what is in the Mystery Box at storytime!This program is for our patrons ages 2-3.

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

Drop in and see if you can guess what is in the Mystery Box at storytime!

This program is for our patrons 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.

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.

Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion:

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 Ben to r...

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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 Ben to receive a copy of this month’s book. 

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Drop in for a storytime to burn off that end of day energy!This program is planned for ages 2 - 6, but all kids are welcome with an adult!

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

Drop in for a storytime to burn off that end of day energy!

This program is planned for ages 2 - 6, but all kids are welcome with an adult!

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.

Origami Art

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K - 5
Event Details:

Want to practice your folding skills?  Join us this winter as we work on different origami projects!This program is for our patrons in grades 4 & 5.

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

Want to practice your folding skills?  Join us this winter as we work on different origami projects!

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

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Recording

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection with you or your child being photographed or recorded.

Get Crafty

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Get Crafty:

Tap into your inner DIY nature by joining us for crafts and conversation. All skill levels are welcome to explore new crafting themes. To ensure we have enough supplies, please reg...

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required

Tap into your inner DIY nature by joining us for crafts and conversation. All skill levels are welcome to explore new crafting themes. To ensure we have enough supplies, please register in advance. For teens & adults.

Next Chapter Book Club

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Montgomery Campus
Program Type:
Reading
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...

Required
Library Branch: Montgomery Campus
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading
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.

Saturday Stories

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Oswego Campus
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Families
Storytime - Drop In:

Drop in for stories, music, and rhymes for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Oswego Campus
Room: Youth Program 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.

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.