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Window Art

All Day 10/7 - 10/12
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Teens
Window Art:

Help the library decorate this month by adding your artwork to the windows. Bring your creativity, we will provide all materials to create your art. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required

Help the library decorate this month by adding your artwork to the windows. Bring your creativity, we will provide all materials to create your art. 

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.

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 "Adults 18+" group.

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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

FALL ART

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

We are creating "stain glass" artwork. You can bring your own design or use one of ours. This project involves permanent markers so dress for the mess.  

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

We are creating "stain glass" artwork. You can bring your own design or use one of ours. This project involves permanent markers so dress for the mess.  

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Chalk the Walk

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Department at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us for Drop in Story Time and stay for Chalk the Walk. We will decorate the sidewalks outside the front entrance of the library. 

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

Join us for Drop in Story Time and stay for Chalk the Walk. We will decorate the sidewalks outside the front entrance of the library. 

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.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Thrifted Ghost Art: Adult Painting Class

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Age Group:
Adults 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

 Jump into last year's viral fall trend, Thrifted Ghost Art!In this fun, creative activity, you add spooky ghosts and Halloween pumpkins to already existing landscape art.&nbs...

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

 Jump into last year's viral fall trend, Thrifted Ghost Art!

In this fun, creative activity, you add spooky ghosts and Halloween pumpkins to already existing landscape art. 

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

Junior Threads and More

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? Come hang out and work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, or check out what other people are doing. 

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

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? Come hang out and work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, or check out what other people are doing. 

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.

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.

No Carve Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 7:00pm
Yorkville Public Library at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Pumpkin Decorating Contest is back! Feel free to use paint, glue, paper, etc. to decorate your pumpkin. **Please do not cut into the pumpkin.Drop off your NO-CARVE pumpkin sta...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Yorkville Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pumpkin Decorating Contest is back! 

Feel free to use paint, glue, paper, etc. to decorate your pumpkin. **Please do not cut into the pumpkin.

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

Learning to Decorate Like Its a Piece of Cake

Wednesday, October 23, 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...

Open
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 "Preschool" group.

Artful Beginnings (preschool)

Monday, October 28, 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)

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.

Threads & More

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Threads & More:

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? If so, get together with fellow "threaders" for a creativity blast! Come work on your unfinished projects, show off finished proje...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? If so, get together with fellow "threaders" for a creativity blast! Come work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, and check out what other people are doing. "Threads & More" group is an informal friendly group that welcomes all interest and abilities. The group meets on the first Tuesday of each month. This program is for adults 18 and older. No registration is required. Come see what this is all about. 

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

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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

Learning to Decorate Like Its a Piece of Cake

Wednesday, November 20, 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...

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 "Adults 18+" group.

Threads & More

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Board Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Threads & More:

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? If so, get together with fellow "threaders" for a creativity blast! Come work on your unfinished projects, show off finished proje...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, or quilt? If so, get together with fellow "threaders" for a creativity blast! Come work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, and check out what other people are doing. "Threads & More" group is an informal friendly group that welcomes all interest and abilities. The group meets on the first Tuesday of each month. This program is for adults 18 and older. No registration is required. Come see what this is all about. 

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

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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

Dabblers: Painting for Beginners

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Upstairs Break Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults 18+
Dabblers: Adult Painting Class:

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush s...

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

Learn to paint with Carolyn Kyle. In our fun new art series, learn the basics of painting - each month focusing on different techniques, mediums, or styles. From basic brush strokes to matting and framing your masterpieces, come check it out and dabble a bit with Carolyn.

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...

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.

Poetry & Art : Grapevine

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Michelle Pfister Meeting Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Authors & Writers
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Yorkville Public Library and the Kendall Arts Guild present Poetry & Art : Grapevine on February 22nd 2025 at 1pm in the Michelle Pfister meeting room at the library.This e...

Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Authors & Writers
Event Details:

The Yorkville Public Library and the Kendall Arts Guild present Poetry & Art : Grapevine on February 22nd 2025 at 1pm in the Michelle Pfister meeting room at the library.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafternoon

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children's Program Room at Yorkville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

SPRING BREAK FUN! Let's CRAFT! We will have a variety of craft projects just for you. Register soon, spaces are limited. 

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

SPRING BREAK FUN! 

Let's CRAFT! We will have a variety of craft projects just for you. Register soon, spaces are limited. 

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.

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.