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Drop In Story Time

Friday, April 17, 2026 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.

Afternoon Hang Out- Board Games

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Hang out at the library and play fun board games. 

This is a great chance to meet new friends! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hang out at the library and play fun board games. 

This is a great chance to meet new friends! 

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.

VEX ROBOTICS Open House

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

Yorkville High School VEX ROBOTICS will be at the library for an Open House.  Join us to celebrate these teens. 

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Yorkville High School VEX ROBOTICS will be at the library for an Open House.  Join us to celebrate these teens. 

Image of hands "all in" in a show of unity - along with information about this program

Job and Career Assistance

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Genealogy Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults 18+

Job & Career Assistance

U.S. Workforce Integration Series with the Organization for Citizens Humanitarian Assistance

OCHA is holding a six-part core career series on integration into the American workforce.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Genealogy Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Job & Career Assistance

U.S. Workforce Integration Series with the Organization for Citizens Humanitarian Assistance

OCHA is holding a six-part core career series on integration into the American workforce.

Toddler Play

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Play
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Caregivers and littles stop by to play at the library and meet new friends. No registration needed. 

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Play
Event Details:

Caregivers and littles stop by to play at the library and meet new friends. No registration needed. 

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.

Healthy Cooking

Healthy Cooking with Jess

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors
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...

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

Literacy Centers

All Day 4/21 - 4/23
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Literacy Centers:

Stop by anytime Tuesday- Thursday 9:00am -6:00pm to experience a parent/child  guided opportunity for hands-on literacy instruction. Literacy Centers are designed to give chil...

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

Stop by anytime Tuesday- Thursday 9:00am -6:00pm 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.

Mommy and Me Yoga

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Mommy and Me YOGA:

Bond with your little one while exploring yoga, based on your favorite children’s books. This class includes simple breathing work, playful yoga poses, songs, games, and story time...

Please register each child separately. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bond with your little one while exploring yoga, based on your favorite children’s books. This class includes simple breathing work, playful yoga poses, songs, games, and story time. Participants will use their imagination while increasing strength, flexibility, and balance. 

Please register each child separately. 

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.

Painting of a blue bird with a red flower with the text about this program.

Mindful Movement + Meditation

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors

Join Cristen Grajeda from Balanced Bluebird Healing for this simple and gentle session to relax, release tension, and support self-healing.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Cristen Grajeda from Balanced Bluebird Healing for this simple and gentle session to relax, release tension, and support self-healing.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons logo along with information about this program

Dungeons & Dragons Group

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Quiet Reading Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults 18+

Brave heroes and cunning rogues, the realm of imagination awaits you at the Yorkville Public Library! Each Tuesday evening, adventurers gather in at the library to embark on quests of courage, wit, and wonder.

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Brave heroes and cunning rogues, the realm of imagination awaits you at the Yorkville Public Library! Each Tuesday evening, adventurers gather in at the library to embark on quests of courage, wit, and wonder.

The World According to Humphrey

Book Club (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children
Book Club (grades 3-5):

In this two session book club, the participants will receive the book on the first day to read at home. Then it will be discussed at the following session.  Please register fo...

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

In this two session book club, the participants will receive the book on the first day to read at home. Then it will be discussed at the following session.  Please register for both days 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.

A cartoon tree made of different hand prints, along with information about this program

Art for Everyone

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors

Art for Everyone is an accessible painting class designed for adults and teens with physical or cognitive differences.  Our instructors want to collaborate to create art in an accepting, modification-friendly space. 

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Art for Everyone is an accessible painting class designed for adults and teens with physical or cognitive differences.  Our instructors want to collaborate to create art in an accepting, modification-friendly space. 

Spanish Storytime (Facebook)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Virtual at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages

Spanish Story Time, hosted by this month's special guest reader.  This recording can be found on 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 this month's special guest reader.  This recording can be found on 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.

Magic the Gathering Cards and information about this program

Magic: the Gathering Club

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults 18+

Magic the Gathering is a tabletop card game with over 50 million players worldwide.  One of the most popular games on the planet, you can now gather at the Yorkville Public Library to play Commander format games of Magic the

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Magic the Gathering is a tabletop card game with over 50 million players worldwide.  One of the most popular games on the planet, you can now gather at the Yorkville Public Library to play Commander format games of Magic the

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.

A picture of invasive plants and information about this program

Rooted in Trouble: The Impact of Invasive Plant Species

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Special Event, STEAM
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors

The Conservation Foundation presents Season 3 of The Fox River: Our Hidden Gem an educational series on Yorkville's waterway.

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Special Event, STEAM
Event Details:

The Conservation Foundation presents Season 3 of The Fox River: Our Hidden Gem an educational series on Yorkville's waterway.

Cartoon women in yoga poses along with information about this program

Chair Yoga

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Drop In Story Time

Friday, April 24, 2026 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.

Chalk the Walk

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Join us after Story Time to make beautiful artwork on the sidewalk outside the library. All supplies will be provided. 

*Weather permitting

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us after Story Time to make beautiful artwork on the sidewalk outside the library. All supplies will be provided. 

*Weather permitting

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Book Club (Grades 1-2)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
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.

April 11 and 25

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

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.

April 11 and 25

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.

3D Printing (in person)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Register here for your 15 minute appointment.

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Register here for your 15 minute appointment.

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.

Read with Paws

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Read with Paws:

Children can come to the library, select a book and read to a furry friend.  All therapy dogs and handlers have been certified by an accredited organization.  This progra...

Please Register HERE.

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

Children can come to the library, select a book and read to a furry friend.  All therapy dogs and handlers have been certified by an accredited organization.  This program was designed originally because children feel less pressure to read to a dog than an adult so, it was meant to be a way to help struggling readers or even just encourage reading.  It is open to all levels of readers and non-readers. 

Please Register HERE.

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.

Image of hands "all in" in a show of unity - along with information about this program

Job and Career Assistance

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Genealogy Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults 18+

Job & Career Assistance

U.S. Workforce Integration Series with the Organization for Citizens Humanitarian Assistance

OCHA is holding a six-part core career series on integration into the American workforce.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Genealogy Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Job & Career Assistance

U.S. Workforce Integration Series with the Organization for Citizens Humanitarian Assistance

OCHA is holding a six-part core career series on integration into the American workforce.

Artful Beginnings (preschool)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool

Check out this Preschool 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. 

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

Check out this Preschool 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.

Monday Movie Madness

Monday Movie Matinee

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors
Monday Movie Madness:

Enjoy a free afternoon movie with your friends on the last Monday of each month. To see a complete list of upcoming movie selections, check out the library website: Adult Soci...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Music & Movies
Registration Required

Enjoy a free afternoon movie with your friends on the last Monday of each month. To see a complete list of upcoming movie selections, check out the library website: Adult Social Programming - Yorkville Public Library