This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec-Feb 2025 Winter Read Challenge All Day 12/1–2/28 Preschool, Children This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec-Feb 2025 Winter Read Challenge All Day 12/1–2/28 Preschool, Children Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Winter READ Challenge 2025-2026December 1, 2025- February 28, 2026
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 5 - 10 2026 Window Art All Day 1/5–1/10 Preschool, Children, Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 5 - 10 2026 Window Art All Day 1/5–1/10 Preschool, Children, Teens Closed Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: 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. This program is set up for participants to come into the library anytime during open hours, Jan. 5-10 to complete their window artwork. Please register each participant 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.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 10:15am–11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 10:15am–11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open 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
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Tots and Toddlers 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Tots and Toddlers 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers Waitlist Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, and dancing. Your child will receive a take home craft to complete. 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. 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu SPANISH STORY TIME 5:30pm–6:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu SPANISH STORY TIME 5:30pm–6:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: SPANISH STORY TIME (DROP IN) The first Thursday of each month we will have a student from the YHS National Spanish Honor Society read books in Spanish to the group. Please join us for this special program. 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Drop In Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Drop In Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Virtual 3D Printing 9:00am–12:00pm All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Virtual 3D Printing 9:00am–12:00pm All Ages 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 "Children" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Book Club (Grades 1-2) 9:30am–10:00am Children Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Book Club (Grades 1-2) 9:30am–10:00am Children Open 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. January 10 and 24 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 12 - 17 2026 LEGO Kits All Day 1/12–1/17 Preschool, Children This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 12 - 17 2026 LEGO Kits All Day 1/12–1/17 Preschool, Children Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Come by the library during open hours this week. We will provide containers of various LEGOs to use in the library. Using the bricks provided and your creativity, make your build. Your creation will be added to the LEGO display at the library. 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. 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Friends of the Library 10:15am–11:30am Adults 18+, Seniors This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Friends of the Library 10:15am–11:30am Adults 18+, Seniors Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education Event Details: The Friends of the Library is a group of volunteers who love the Yorkville Public Library. The group supports and cooperates with the library in developing, maintaining, and enhancing facilities, resources, and services of the library through
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Junior Threads and More 1:00pm–2:00pm Children, Teens Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Junior Threads and More 1:00pm–2:00pm Children, Teens Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, quilt or like to draw? Come hang out and work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, or check out what other people are doing. Great chance to meet new people! 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 Jan 12 2026 Mon Finance Committee Meeting 6:00pm–6:45pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Finance Committee Meeting 6:00pm–6:45pm All Ages Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Board of Trustees Event Details: FY27 Budget Planning
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Board of Trustees Event Details: The Board of Trustees meets on the second Monday of each month. The public is welcome to attend.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Dabblers: Painting for Adult Beginners 10:00am–11:30am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Dabblers: Painting for Adult Beginners 10:00am–11:30am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, Arts & Crafts Registration 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Toddler Play 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Toddler Play 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Mindful Movement + Meditation 1:00pm–1:45pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Mindful Movement + Meditation 1:00pm–1:45pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Dungeons & Dragons Group 4:00pm–6:45pm Adults 18+ This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Dungeons & Dragons Group 4:00pm–6:45pm Adults 18+ 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.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults 18+, Seniors Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults 18+, Seniors Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, Authors & Writers, Special Event Event Details: Join us for this special Zoom presentation with Jonathan Eig, the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Lunch Bunch Book Club 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults 18+, Seniors This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Lunch Bunch Book Club 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults 18+, Seniors Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs The Lunch Bunch is one of our longest running and most engaging book clubs. Past books have included mysteries, historical fiction, biographies and memoirs, romance, and best-sellers. Bring your lunch and join the Lunch Bunchers for a lively discussion about great books. Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 12:00 noon.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Spanish Storytime (Facebook) 1:00pm–1:15pm All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Spanish Storytime (Facebook) 1:00pm–1:15pm All Ages 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Magic: the Gathering Club 5:00pm–6:45pm Teens, Adults 18+ Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Magic: the Gathering Club 5:00pm–6:45pm Teens, Adults 18+ Open 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 14 2026 Wed My College Planning: How to Appeal to Colleges for More Financial Aid (Webinar) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults 18+ Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jan 14 2026 Wed My College Planning: How to Appeal to Colleges for More Financial Aid (Webinar) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults 18+ Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+ Program Type: Education & College Prep Event Details: My College Planning Webinar 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 "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Tech Help for Seniors 9:00am–10:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Tech Help for Seniors 9:00am–10:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Local tech expert Steve Goodwin would like to help you with your computer, tablet, and smart phone issues. Steve will help patrons one at a time for sessions of fifteen minutes each to assist with whatever problems you're having with your de
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 10:15am–11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 10:15am–11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open 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
