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Saturday, April 14 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Want to bring meaningful, lasting change to your neighborhood? Looking to bring you family closer together? Need community service hours before graduation? At Crest Hill's Volunteer Fair you will discover a variety of local organizations in need of volunteers. Speak to different groups to learn exactly what they do and find the volunteer position that's right for you! All ages welcome.
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55+ Senior Discount Tips Take advantage of discounts in the community that you may not be aware of! Save on restaurants, energy bills, shopping and much more. Best of all, you will have all the information at your fingertips with a handout and resources from the Library. This is a presentation with time at the end for questions and hands on help. Please bring your laptop, tablet or phone if you would like technology instruction. Monday, April 16 1:00 - 3:00 pm
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LAGHS Mtg: Dellwood Chronicles Book Signing by Reno Caneva The monthly meeting of the Lockport Area Genealogical and Historical Society (LAGHS) will be followed by a presentation and signing of the book Dellwood Chronicles by Dr. Reno Caneva. All are welcome. Saturday, April 28 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Lockport Branch
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Growing a Rain Garden Learn how your garden and yard can help prevent erosion and flooding by using beautiful native plants. The Conservation Foundation will explain how to create a rain garden that will slow water down so it can soak into the ground by using plants that will improve the look of your yard. Wednesday, April 11 7:00 - 8:00 pmRomeoville Branch REGISTER NOW
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Home Buying 101 Please join Kris Cheranichit and Rhonda Altman from Wells Fargo as they help us navigate how to become successful homeowners. Thursday, April 12 6:00 - 8:00 pm Romeoville Branch
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Identity Theft and YOU! Learn all about Identity Theft and how to protect your identity, including what the latest scams are, and how to avoid them. Presented by Sue Kelbus of LegalShield. Wednesday, April 25 6:30 - 7:30 pm Lockport Branch REGISTER NOW
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Social Security & Retirement Come and learn the major risks retirees encounter and how to overcome them, what the "three account" system is and its impact on retirement, and factors to consider when claiming Social Security benefits. Thursday, April 26 7:00 - 8:00 pm
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Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Pantry Visit Are you hungry? If you don't have enough to eat, Northern Illinois Food Bank's Mobile Pantry can help. Nutritious food is distributed for free to low-income neighbors in need, and it is distributed on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. No residency requirements. Please bring your own bags and boxes. Items will be distributed in the Library parking lot. Monday, April 9 4:00 - 6:00 pm Romeoville Branch
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ESL Conversation Groups A nice group where you can practice speaking and listening to English. For adults whose first language is not English. We meet weekly with other multi-lingual adults and English-speaking instructors. Our groups are lead by trained English as a Second Language instructors and tutors. Everyone is welcome. Lockport Branch - No registration Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26 1:00 PM - 2:00 pm Romeoville Branch - No registration Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26 6:30 - 7:30 pm
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Dating Over 50 - Have Fun, Be Safe Join us on the last Friday of every month for a 6-month series. Dating at any age can be daunting, but even more so for those of us over 50. We will share tips on dating, dating apps, and safety tips while enjoying a glass of wine (or coffee) and conversation. Maybe you'll meet your next date at our event! The group will continue the conversation at a local restaurant following the event. Friday, April 27 5:30 - 7:00 pm Romeoville Branch
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Friends of the Library Meeting Join the Friends of the White Oak Library District for their monthly meeting.This dynamic group is always looking for interested community members to come and learn what the FOL are all about! Monday, April 16 7:00 -8:00 pm Lockport Branch
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Visit our Library Book Nooks for Bargains Our Friends of the Library have a great selection of gently used books, CDs and DVDs all waiting for a "new" home. Every time you stop into one of our Book Nooks, you're sure to find a treasure, at a bargain price. We're so proud and thankful our dedicated Friends make eye catching displays and promotions--all so they can provide a better patron experience for visitors. If you haven't visited our Book Nooks, you're in for a treat!
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Read Between the Wines Join us for a lively book discussion the first Tuesday evening of every month while enjoying a glass of wine or two in the beautiful gallery of The Gaylord Building. The book now available for the May book discussion is The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware. A copy can be picked up at the White Oak Library - Lockport Branch, one month prior to the book discussion. Enjoy an adult beverage while meeting in a historic setting. You must be 21 to participate. Tuesday, May 1 6:30 - 7:30 pm Public Landing Restaurant Gaylord Building
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Spring Desserts with Chef Susan Maddox Learn how to create delicious desserts utilizing fresh ingredients found in local grocery stores and early farmer's markets. Plus Chef Susan will illustrate useful methods and techniques to help make you time in the kitchen more efficient and fun. Sample three desserts, one of which is gluten-free. Saturday, April 21 1:30 - 2:30 pm Romeoville Branch Library REGISTER NOW
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Sit & Stay Fit Chair Exercises Improve flexibility, bone strength, circulation, heart health, and stability all while sitting down! We will take it nice and easy in this exercise program, as we gently guide you through simple movements that will loosen up your joints and muscles. Crest Hill Branch 10:30 - 11:30 am Wednesday, April 4 REGISTER NOWWednesday, April 11 REGISTER NOW
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How to Begin a Healthier LifestyleWant a healthier lifestyle but not sure where to begin? Join Stefanie Rock, certified sports nutritionist, to learn six tips that will help you get started on a path that's healthier for you and the environment. Healthy snacks will be provided. Monday, April 9 6:30 - 7:30 pm Lockport Branch REGISTER NOW
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Weekly Wednesday Yoga Our yoga class offers you the opportunity to learn yoga poses designed to help with balance, concentration, flexibility, and peace of mind. Bring your mat, water bottle and wear comfortable clothes. All levels are welcome. Romeoville Branch 10:30 - 11:30 am
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Hearing Tests by Connect Hearing Get a FREE Hearing Screening at the Library! To sign-up for an appointment please contact the Adult Services desk at 815-552-4260. Walk in appointments may be available. Must be 18 years or older. Tuesday, April 10 10:30 am - 2:45 pm Lockport Branch No registration needed.
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Creative Writing Group Explore your creative writing skills in the company of other writers. Receive valuable support and participate in writing exercises. All levels are welcome. Wednesday, April 4 7:00 - 8:00 pm Romeoville Branch
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Creative Writing GroupHere's a club where experienced and new writers alike can share their work, learn some tips and tricks to keep writing, meet other writers, and fight writer's block. Both adult and high school students are welcome.Wednesday, April 11 6:00 PM - 7:30 pm Lockport Library REGISTER NOW
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Hooks, Needles, and More Bring your needlework or other craft projects, and sit back and enjoy chatting and sharing skills with other "crafters." Lockport Branch (Please register if this is your first time attending)Wednesday, April 4 6:30 - 8:00 pm REGISTER NOW Romeoville Branch Saturday, April 14 1:00 - 2:30 pm REGISTER NOW
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Siblings Day Kindness Jars Put your differences aside, and share some kindness with your sibling(s), or friends that are like siblings. We'll be crafting a jar, filling it with random acts and notes of endearment, and expressing some love to those who tolerate us. Come alone and make one as a gift, or come with your sibling(s) for an activity you can do together. One jar per pair/group of siblings please. Thursday, April 5 2:00 -3:00 pmCrest Hill Branch REGISTER NOW
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Homemade Bird Feeders Want to attract birds to your yard? We have a fun and easy craft to help you bring those feathered friends to your home. This event is for adults, seniors, and teens. Wednesday, April 18 6:00 - 7:30 pm
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Create by Coloring Choose from a selection of popular coloring designs, and have fun creating your own artwork with color pencils or markers. A great way to relax and eliminate stress! Serving light refreshments. For Adults & Teens. Wednesday, April 11 6:30 - 8:00 pm Wednesday, April 11 6:30 - 8:00 pm
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Floral Pins & Hair ClipsYou'll enjoy creating three unique and easy-to-make floral pins that can also be used as hair clips. These colorful accessories make lovely gifts for yourself or a loved one. Saturday, April 28 11:00 am - Noon Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW
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Family Movie Night Horton Hears a Who Get ready to eat some tasty popcorn and bring the whole family to enjoy a movie night. We'll be watching Dr. Seuss's Horton Hears a Who (G) What happens when Horton, one special elephant, discovers an entire world on a tiny speck? Can Horton keep the Whos safe from the whole jungle? Monday, April 2 4:30 - 6:30 pm Crest Hill Branch
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Monday Movie Matinee @ Lockport Branch Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (PG-13), based on the novel by Seth Grahame-Smith. Monday, April 9 12:30 - 3:00 pm Enjoy another Jane Austin inspired film - Sense and Sensibility (PG). Monday, April 23 12:30 - 3:00 pm
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Road to Wrestlemania Wrestlemania is coming once again and stakes are high in the WWE after the First Women's Royal Rumble! Who will walk out the champ and who will rest in peace? Test your Wrestling Trivia, plus enjoy games and predictions on who will win what. It will be Glorious! This is an all ages event. Wednesday, April 4 6:30 - 8:00 pm Lockport Branch Tuesday, April 3 6:30 - 8:00 pm Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW
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Savage Saturday Roleplaying Role-playing games offer the chance to step into the shoes of a character far removed from ordinary life. Join us for a chance to try one of these games for yourself. We will be using the Savage Worlds game system. Please register. For teens and adults. Saturday, April 28 12:30 - 4:30 pm Crest Hill Branch - REGISTER NOW
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Tabletop Board Games Enjoy a night of tabletop board gaming at the Library! They'll be a wide assortment of classic, cooperative, and party games for avid board game fans and beginning board gamers alike. Stop by to learn new games or introduce the library to your own personal favorites. Beverages and snacks will be provided. This event is open for Teens, Adults, and Seniors. in the Library. Monday, April 30 6:00 - 8:00 pm
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Storytimes and Toddlers Times Looking for great activities your children can enjoy at all our branches? New Storytimes and Toddler Times are starting in February. Find ALL of our STORYTIMES and TODDLER TIMES schedules on
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LEGO® Club We'll provide the Lego® Bricks; you provide the creativity - for ages 6 and up. Crest Hill Branch Tuesday - April 3 4:30 - 5:30 pm NO REGISTRATION Lockport Branch - (6 years olds must be accompanied by an adult) Tuesday, April 3 4:00 - 5:00 pm Romeoville Branch Wednesdays - April 7, 14, 21, 28 4:00 - 5:00 pm NO REGISTRATION
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Reader's Theater Do you like to read? Do you like to act? At Readers Theater, you get to do both! Act out your favorite stories, get creative with props, and improve your acting and reading skills with new friends while having fun. Performances and cast parties for families and friends will be held on the last Tuesday of each month. No acting experience required. Ages 8-12. Crest Hill Branch Tuesdays - 4:30 - 5:30 pm April 10 REGISTER NOW
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Earth Day - Grow Green! It's time to go green and give back to Mother Earth! In celebration of Earth Day, we'll be creating seed bombs, recycled planters, and homemade shrinky-dink planter decorations for your garden at home! This program is for children and teens. Wednesday, April 18 5:00 - 6:00 pm Crest Hill Branch REGISTER NOW
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Scavenge the Shelves: Find It! Read It! Make It! This is a book club like no other! We'll unearth hidden gems in the Library collection, using them as inspiration for some truly exciting activities! Wednesday, April 4 6:00 -7:00 pmLockport Branch REGISTER NOW
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Spring Break! - UnProgram You won't be board on Spring Break if you come to our UnPrograms! Exercise your imagination. You provide the ideas; we provide the supplies! Lockport Branch - from 1:00 - 2:00 pm No registration needed - just drop in. Monday, April 2 Tuesday, April 3 Wednesday, April 4 Thursday, April 5 Friday, April 6
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STEAM Thursdays Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math - if you like one or more of these things then this program is for you! Join us for some awesome STEAM fun! Each week we'll explore a different aspect of STEAM. This program is most appropriate children 7-12 years of age. Romeoville Branch Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 pm
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S.T.E.M. Storytimes @ Lockport STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Join us for stories, songs and crafts that use STEM themes. For ages 3 to 6 years old. Every Wednesday from 10:30 - 11:15 am
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Teen Craft - Yarn Art Wall Letters Come create your own decorative wall letter to hang up at home. We will be decorating our wall letters with yarn, sequins, and more! Ages 12-18. l Monday, April 9 6:30 - 8:00 pm Crest Hill Branch REGISTER NOW
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Teen Escape Room Do you have what it takes to make it out of the Escape Room? Who will make it out? Monday, April 23 6:30 - 7:30 pm
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Teen Tasters - Japanese Edition We're sampling food from Japan-- and don't just think sushi. They'll be other tasty Japanese treats. This program is for individuals in Grades 6-12. Tuesday, April 24 6:30 - 7:30 pm
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Teen Art Club - Marble Art Tiles Are you a budding artists? You'll want to come to our Art Club just for teens. Share ideas as you create your wonderous art. We supply the space and supplies and you supply the talent. Learn to create Marble Art Tiles. Wednesday, April 18 6:30 - 8:00 pm Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW
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Fort Building Movie Night It's movie night at the Library! Come with your blankets and pillows and create a fort to watch the movie under. Enjoy snacks and refreshments and don't forget to bring blankets and pillows. Be surprised at what movie we'll be watching. Ages 13-18. Thursday, April 26 6:00 - 8:00 pm Crest Hill Branch REGISTER NOW
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Microsoft Word (2010) Level 1 - This is the first class in a series of classes meant to teach you the ins and outs of Microsoft Word. This class will cover creating documents, editing text, formatting, copying and pasting, printing, and more. Basic computer, keyboard and mouse skills are required. Tuesday, April 10 6:30 - 8:00 pm Microsoft Word (2010) Level 2 - This class builds on the information covered in Microsoft Word Level 1. We will teach you about find and replace, headers and footers, advanced formatting, bullet points and more. Basic computer, keyboard, mouse, and Word skills are required, and attendance at a previous Microsoft Word Level 1 class is strongly recommended. Tuesday, April 24 6:30 - 8:00 pm Crest Hill Branch REGISTER NOW Microsoft Excel (2010) Basic - More and more companies are looking for employees who know a little something about Excel. Don't get left behind! Learn how to create spreadsheets, and open, close, save, and print files. We also talk about adding and editing data, as well as formatting your spreadsheet to make it look its best! This particular class will require basic computer, keyboard and mouse skills, as well as minimal experience or exposure to Microsoft Office products. Tuesday, April 10 6:30 - 8:00 pm Lockport Branch REGISTER NOW Tuesday, April 3 2:00 - 3:00 pm Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW Intermediate -This computer class builds on the material taught in Microsoft Excel (2010) Basics. Learn more about formulas and functions, filling cells, headers and footers, seeing separate parts of your spreadsheet, charts, printing spreadsheets and more. Basic computer and Excel skills are required. Tuesday, April 17 6:30 - 8:00 pm Tuesday, April 10 2:00 -3:00 pm Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW Advanced - This computer class builds on the material taught in Microsoft Excel Levels 1 and 2. We will teach you about logical functions, named cells, graphics, advanced chart techniques, and more. Basic computer and Excel skills are required. Tuesday, April 24 6:30 -8:00 pm Tuesday, April 17 2:00 - 3:30 pm Expert - Including Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts This fourth Microsoft Excel (2010) class will teach you to be a true Excel expert. We will cover advanced charts, sorting and filtering, Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, and more. This particular class will require basic computer, keyboard and mouse skills, as well as previous experience with Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet programs. Tuesday, April 24 2:00 - 3:30 pm
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Exploring Genealogical Databases Already know how to use Ancestry and FamilySearch? Now learn about other popular, extensive databases that you can use for free! This class will give an overview of the websites HeritageQuest, US GenWeb, Rootsweb, and the HathiTrust, and explore their most prominent genealogical research tools Wednesday, April 25 1:00 - 2:00 pm Romeoville Branch REGISTER NOW
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