Week Calendar

Name: Winter Read Challenge
Start: 2024-12-30
End: 2025-02-28
Location: Yorkville Public Library

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All Day	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Winter Read Challenge All Day 12/30 - 2/28 Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Winter Read BINGO Challenge Pick up your BINGO card on December 26. Check out and read your books from the library to complete a BINGO. Each BINGO (max 5) you will be entered into a raffle drawing for a $25 gift card. 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 "All Ages" group. Escape Room All Day 1/2 - 1/30 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Drop In Story Time 01/03/2025 @ 10:30am - 01/10/2025 @ 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. Cancelled 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 "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Window Art All Day 1/6 - 1/11 Preschool, Children, Teens Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Open 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) 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.
9 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Virtual 3D Printing 9:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Threads & More 10:00am - 11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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. 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 Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Health & Wellness 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 "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Staying Safe from Online Scams 10:00am - 11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education Required Event Details: An informative talk about online safety and ways to identify potential scams. We will work together to understand: How to remove stigma and fear What to do when we get scammed This event is in the "Preschool" group. Preschool Zone 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Early Literacy Required Join us for interactive and engaging books plus activities for you and your child. Both programs today are the same. 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 in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Chair Yoga 10:15am - 11:00am Adults 18+, Seniors Open Required This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. Tots and Toddlers 10:30am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Required Join us for songs, stories, and dancing. Your child will receive a take home craft to complete. 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. 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. 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.
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12 pm				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 This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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 "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Meet Up 12:30pm - 1:30pm Preschool, Children Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Play 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.
1 pm			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 Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness 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 "All Ages" group. Spanish Storytime (Facebook) 1:00pm - 1:15pm All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Spanish Story Time, hosted by Senora Katalina, can be found in 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.
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4 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. YHS Presentations 4:30pm - 7:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Library Board Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Event Event Details: YHS Presentations 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. 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. Dungeons and Dragons - TEEN 4:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Required Event Details: We are looking for teens that are interested in meeting new people and playing Dungeons and Dragons. The next session begins Jan 7th. Register today to have fun and role play. 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 "All Ages" group. YHS Presentations 4:30pm - 7:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Library Board Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Event Event Details: YHS Presentations 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. 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. Dungeons & Dragons Group 4:00pm - 6:45pm Adults 18+ This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Scrapbooking 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Event Details: Join us for a monthly scrapbooking group with JoAnne Nudelman, a scrapbooker for the last 25 years and a Creative Memories Advisor. In the class, you'll work with the Simple Page Kit from Creative Memories. 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. Cancelled Magic the Gathering Club 5:00pm - 6:45pm Teens, Adults 18+ Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Library Board Room Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+ Program Type: Games & Activities 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. 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. 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.
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7 pm			This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Books & Cooks Book Club 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults 18+, Seniors This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Michelle Pfister Meeting Room Age Group: Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs A book club for readers who love to eat... or is it for eaters who love to read? Has a great book ever inspired you to try a new restaurant? Have you ever tried to recreate a recipe described in a story? Did you fall into a trance during the Eat portion of Eat, Pray, Love and forget to finish the book? This might be the book club for you! In this brand new book club, we will read some great books and bring in recipes and treats to share that were inspired by the reading we did that month.		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Chicago Pizza: Past, Present, & Future with Steve Dolinsky 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults 18+" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Yorkville Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults 18+, Seniors Program Type: Adult Education, Authors & Writers, Special Event Event Details: Join us for this very special Zoom event with Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 and James Beard Award winner Stever Dolinsky. In this presentation, Steve will dish on The Ultimate Chicago Pizza Guide: A History of Squares & Slices in the W 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.

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