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

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.

Dabblers: Painting for Adult Beginners

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults 18+, Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

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.

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

Dabblers: Painting for Adult Beginners

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break 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 "Adults 18+" group.

ELL Staff Lounge

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

Lunch Bunch Book Club

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Library Board 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Magic the Gathering Club

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

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

Don't Forget - The Science of Memory

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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, Special Event, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Delve into the different types of memory and discover the intricacies of how we remember and forget. Explore why we can't always trust our memory and learn helpful tips on how you can improve your memory.

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

ELL Staff Lounge

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

Chair Yoga

10:15am - 11:00am
Adults 18+, Seniors
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.

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

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.  

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

ELL Staff Lounge

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

ELL Staff Lounge

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

Drop In Story Time

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 "Adults 18+" group.

ELL Staff Lounge

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

Healthy Cooking with Jess

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Registration
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. 

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

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

4-H Science Explorers (ages 6-8)

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Science Explorers for science FUN! 

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 "Children" group.

4-H Science Explorers (ages 9-12)

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 9-12

Join the Science Explorers for science FUN! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Photos and videos may be recorded at library events. By attending you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos which may be used for archival or library promotional purposes. Please inform the event facilitator if you have any objection to you or your child being photographed or recorded.

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

ELL Staff Lounge

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Upstairs Break Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

ELL

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

Your Friend in Health

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults 18+, Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library
Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Health & Wellness Series with Certified Health Coach, Arinne Dickson

September 18 - Live Without Pain & Inflammation

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

Magic the Gathering Club

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

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

Psychological Thriller Book Club

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

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