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Computer Classes for Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struggling with using your computer?

Worried that clicking the wrong thing will cause a problem?

Frustrated that the laptop won't do what you want it to do?

Hoping to better understand the latest tech?

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.

Chalk the Walk

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

It is that time of year again! 

Join us for decorating the sidewalk outside of the library. Chalk 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.

Read with Paws

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
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.

Artful Beginnings (preschool)

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Monday Movie Madness

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Open
Registration
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

Horror Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs

Fans of the spooky, the scary, the creepy, and the eerie should join us for our brand new Horror Book Club. We will meet on the 4th Monday of each month to discuss a new book each month.  

Mindful Movement + Meditation

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors
Open
Registration
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.

Tots and Toddlers

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Open
Registration
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.

Magic: the Gathering Club

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Teens, Adults 18+
Open
Registration
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.

Escape Room

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
All Ages
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Escape Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities

This Escape Adventure will be available each month.  Use the clues to unlock the boxes before the time runs out, you only have 30 minutes.  Contact the Youth Service Department for an appointment time at 630-553-4354 ext. 108 or stop in.

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.

Helping You Navigate Medicare

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Genealogy Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Drop in to speak with Cindy Fields, a local Medicare expert, to discuss the ins and outs of Medicare and help seniors understand their coverage and the options they have for 2025 and beyond.

Chair Yoga

10:15am - 11:00am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

Dungeons & Dragons Group

4:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board 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.  

SPANISH STORY TIME

5:30pm - 6:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
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 volunteers from the YHS National Spanish Honor Society read books in Spanish to the group. Please join us for this new 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.

Roaming Readers

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required

The Roaming Readers Walking Club is a group of book lovers who just love to get out in the fresh air, get some exercise, spend some time with nature, and chat about books with like-minded folks. The group does not read a book each month like a typical book club, instead, they just share what they've been reading and what they like while taking a leisurely stroll through the woods at Hoover Forest Preserve. We meet at Hoover Forest Preserve (11285 W Fox Rd, Yorkville) in the first parking lot (closest to Fox Rd - before you cross the railroad tracks) and walk from there. Weather permitting. Check with the library the day before if there is rain or excessive ice.  

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.

MOM and ME Cupcake Decorating

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Adults 18+
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Adults 18+
Program Type: Family Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's decorate! 

Mrs. Bethany will teach a special class for our young bakers. Children ages 5-10 are invited to come with a parent to create beautiful, delicious treats. Please register soon, space is limited. 

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.

Art and Adventure with Dan Santat

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, Children, Teens
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Authors & Writers, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for this very special Zoom event with bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art. Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people!

Window Art

All Day 5/5 - 5/10
Preschool, Children, Teens
Open
Registration
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, May 5-10 to complete their window artwork. 

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.

Threads & More

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
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. 

Mommy and Me Yoga

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

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. 

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.

LEGO Meet Up

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Preschool, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to make amazing LEGO creations and hang out with others. LEGOs will be provided, you bring the creativity! 

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.

Mindful Movement + Meditation

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors
Registration
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.