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Book Club (Grades 1-2)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children
Book Club (grades 1-2):

In this two session book club, we will read an easy reader chapter book and discuss it.  Please register for both dates on the YPL website.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required

In this two session book club, we will read an easy reader chapter book and discuss it.  Please register for both dates on the YPL website.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

This event is open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

YHS Presentations

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Chair Yoga:

Join us for Chair Yoga at the Yorkville Public Library. Our Yoga instructor takes us through simple yoga routines that will help reduce stress, improve flexibility, increase s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required

Join us for Chair Yoga at the Yorkville Public Library. Our Yoga instructor takes us through simple yoga routines that will help reduce stress, improve flexibility, increase strength, and help with focus and mindfulness. Sessions are 45 minutes long. Please register for the class. If you need help registering, please call the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Cookie/Cupcake Decorating

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens and Pre-teensLet's decorate! Mrs. Bethany will teach specialized techniques needed to create beautiful, delicious treats. All materials are provided except a container to tak...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Teens and Pre-teens

Let's decorate! Mrs. Bethany will teach specialized techniques needed to create beautiful, delicious treats. All materials are provided except a container to take home your creations. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

This event is open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Group

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dungeons & Dragons Group:

Join the YPL Dungeons & Dragons group every Thursday in the Adult Services department. We are a friendly group of players with a variety of experience levels - from dungeo...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Games & Activities

Join the YPL Dungeons & Dragons group every Thursday in the Adult Services department. We are a friendly group of players with a variety of experience levels - from dungeon masters who've played for years to brand new gamers trying things out for the first time. Current campaign may be full - check with the library adult services staff to see when spaces are opening or new campaigns are beginning.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

YHS Presentations

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop In Story Time

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Drop In Story Time:

Join us at YPL every Friday at 10:30 for Drop In Story Time. This story time is held in the Youth Service Department of the library. A volunteer from The Friends of the Library is ...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us at YPL every Friday at 10:30 for Drop In Story Time. This story time is held in the Youth Service Department of the library. A volunteer from The Friends of the Library is our special reader.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Virtual 3D Printing

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Leah English provides a step by step tutorial on how to use Tinkercad. Tinkercad is an easy to use 3D CAD design tool, where you can create an object that we can print on our 3D pr...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Leah English provides a step by step tutorial on how to use Tinkercad. Tinkercad is an easy to use 3D CAD design tool, where you can create an object that we can print on our 3D printer.

Disclaimer(s)

The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff have the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Santa at the Library!

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Santa is coming! Stop by the library Saturday, December 14th to visit with Santa and take pictures. Don't miss this holiday tradition. 

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Santa is coming! 

Stop by the library Saturday, December 14th to visit with Santa and take pictures. Don't miss this holiday tradition. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

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

Polar Express

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

The Polar Express is back! Enjoy cookies and milk while listening to the magical story of "The Polar Express". There will be time to write and deliver a letter to Santa.&...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Event Details:

The Polar Express is back! 

Enjoy cookies and milk while listening to the magical story of "The Polar Express". 

There will be time to write and deliver a letter to Santa. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

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

Polar Express

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

The Polar Express is back! Enjoy cookies and milk while listening to the magical story of "The Polar Express". There will be time to write and deliver a letter to Santa.&...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Event Details:

The Polar Express is back! 

Enjoy cookies and milk while listening to the magical story of "The Polar Express". 

There will be time to write and deliver a letter to Santa. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Artful Beginnings (preschool)

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Check out this program. We will read a book then create a fun craft project. Please register. Dress for the mess.If you have multiple children, please register each child sepa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Check out this program. We will read a book then create a fun craft project. Please register. Dress for the mess.

If you have multiple children, please register each child separately. Thank you. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Healthy Cooking with Jess

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Healthy Cooking with Jess:

A monthly series on nutrition and wellness after retirement and beyond! Learn to care for yourself in your new found time. We’ll talk about nutritionally dense foods, what foo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Required

A monthly series on nutrition and wellness after retirement and beyond! Learn to care for yourself in your new found time. We’ll talk about nutritionally dense foods, what foods that can help you feel your best, food energetics, and how to add joyful movement to your everyday life. Certified Holistic Health Coach, Jess Stewart will demonstrate how easy and simple cooking healthy can be. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

YHS Presentations

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

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

Literacy Centers

All Day 12/17 - 12/20
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Literacy Centers:

Stop by anytime Tuesday- Thursday 9:00am -6:00pm and Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm to experience a parent/child  guided opportunity for hands-on literacy instruction. Literacy Center...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Early Literacy

Stop by anytime Tuesday- Thursday 9:00am -6:00pm and Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm to experience a parent/child  guided opportunity for hands-on literacy instruction. Literacy Centers are designed to give children ample opportunity to practice the very important skills of listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Parks & Rec Preschool Graduation

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Parks & Rec preschool graduation

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Parks & Rec preschool graduation

This event is in the "Teens" group.

TEEN - Holiday Craft

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let's make a special craft to keep or give. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Let's make a special craft to keep or give. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

YHS Presentations

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Parks & Rec Preschool Graduation

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Parks & Rec preschool graduation

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Parks & Rec preschool graduation

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Learning to Decorate Like Its a Piece of Cake

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Event Details:

Learn to decorate beautiful cookies, cakes, and cupcakes with Bethany - a certified decorating instructor. Join Bethany to learn the basics of decoration and in no time m...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Learn to decorate beautiful cookies, cakes, and cupcakes with Bethany - a certified decorating instructor. 

Join Bethany to learn the basics of decoration and in no time making beautiful desserts will be a piece of cake!

Disclaimer(s)

This event is open to a limited number of attendees. For this reason, please give cancellation notice at least 24 hours before the scheduled event. This will allow us to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Spanish Storytime (Facebook)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Virtual at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Spanish Story Time, hosted by Senora Katalina, can be found in the YPL Facebook page.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Spanish Story Time, hosted by Senora Katalina, can be found in the YPL Facebook page.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Club (Grades 1-2)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children
Book Club (grades 1-2):

In this two session book club, we will read an easy reader chapter book and discuss it.  Please register for both dates on the YPL website.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required

In this two session book club, we will read an easy reader chapter book and discuss it.  Please register for both dates on the YPL website.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

This event is open to a limited number 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.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

YHS Presentations

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

YHS Presentations

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodation, please contact the library.

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 to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Psychological Thriller Book Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Psychological Thriller Book Club:

Join us for a brand new book club focused on Psychological Thrillers, Mysteries, and Suspenseful Stories. If you love those gripping tales that leave you on the edge of your s...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Book Clubs

Join us for a brand new book club focused on Psychological Thrillers, Mysteries, and Suspenseful Stories. If you love those gripping tales that leave you on the edge of your seat, trying to figure out whodunnit or how your hero/heroine is going to get themselves out of this jam... then this might be the book club for you. The club will meet the third Wednesday of each month to discuss a different book.