Seniors will have a great opportunity to broaden their knowledge of technology and keep up with the latest online risks. Plus, gain skills to be a safer online consumer.

Learn how to navigate the Internet safely as we review such topics as identity theft, social media, and computer scams. We'll also show you how to use technology to your best advantage.

PLUS, see how computer forensics works to prevent fraud, visit vendors, enjoy refreshments and enter free raffle drawings.

Holiday Open Houses
Stop in any of our branches to get in the holiday mood with fun for all ages.
Crest Hill Branch
Wednesday, December 6   4:00 - 7:00 pm
All ages are welcome to stop by for a fun-filled evening of crafts for kids, teens, & adults, hot cocoa & cookies, performance by a school choir, and a visit by the Jolly Old Elf himself - Santa! (Bring your camera.) 

Romeoville Branch
Thursday, December 7  5:00 - 7:00 pm
Enjoy music, crafts, hot cocoa and cookies PLUS a visit from SANTA. Get your cameras ready to snap a holiday memory. We'll have crafts for all ages throughout our main lobby and the Children's Department, so come ready to create something special!

Start the winter season off right with your very own bottle cap snowman! This program is for tweens and teens.                        

DIY Holiday Headbands
Create a fun and festive headband you can wear for the holiday season!

Tis the season to create you very own delicious Candy House. Test your building skills and create a candy house to keep or EAT. You bring your holiday spirit, we provide all of the candy! 
  

You get to decorate your graham cracker covered house with gooey icing, candy and cereal. Will you save your house or end up eating it? Parents should plan on helping younger children. 

Countdown to Noon's Year
Celebrate the New Year with a balloon drop and a cider toast at noon! There will be dancing, snacks and party favors!

Crest Hill Branch
Wednesdays  5:00 - 6:00 pm
December 13  REGISTER NOW
December 20  REGISTER NOW
 

AARP Smart Driving Classes
Smart Driving is a two-day instructional driving course sponsored by AARP and taught by a professional driving instructor. Once completed, a certificate will be issued that can be presented for a discount on your auto insurance. Attendance on both days is required. All participants must bring a current driver's license and AARP membership card for the discounted rate of $15.00. All others will pay $20.00. 

Romeoville Branch
Monday, December 18 (Part 1)  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tuesday, December 19 (Part 2) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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, December 6   REGISTER NOW
Wednesday, December 13  REGISTER NOW

Essential oils are a wonderful natural alternative to the harsh chemicals in commercial cleaning products and can also enhance your wellness. Sarah Spoerl of Young Living Essential Oils will talk about these oils and how you can use them to make your own cleaning products that avoid the buildup of chemicals in your home.
Tuesday, December 5    6:30 - 8:00 pm
Crest Hill Branch

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

Unleash your inner artist as we color a variety of winter-themed designs. Select from pages we'll have available, or bring in a project of your own. We will provide supplies, music and light refreshments. This program is open to adults and teens. Must be 13 years of age and up to register for coloring program 

DIY Coloring Book Journal
Does the end of the year have you stressed out? Take a step back from your busy day and join us for a session of coloring accompanied with soothing music. Afterwards, assemble your artwork to create a personalized journal to organize yourself or record the memories you will make in 2018. This program is for adults and teens.

DIY Wine Glasses
This holiday season create an unique wine glass for someone special or simply for yourself. Budget-friendly and easy to customize, they're a perfect holiday gift.
Thursday, December 14  2:00 - 3:00 pm
Romeoville Branch  REGISTER NOW 

Pokémon® League 
Do you play Pokémon® Join us to battle new people at our Pokémon® League! Players of any skill level are welcome, but everyone must bring their own cards or Nintendo DS to battle. Players track their battles for prizes and are part of official organized Pokémon® Play. Children and teens ages 8-18 are welcome. 

 

We have 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.

WeDO LEGO Robots
Join the club as we build airplanes with spinning propellers using Legos and Scratch code!  Please register. 

Exercise your imagination in this free form setting. You provide the ideas; we provide the supplies.   

Monday Kids Club
Anything can be discovered at the Library! Come to Monday Kids Club to learn about science, animals, art, history, and more. For ages 6-10.

 

Exam Cram
Need a quiet place to study and have free access to computers and WiFi? Come to the Library and we'll help you ace all those tests. Librarians will be on hand to help with questions and guide you in utilizing study resources. Plus enjoy snacks and play stress reducing activities for those much needed study breaks.

 

Teen Art Club - Unicorn Headbands
If you're a budding artist, you'll want to join our Art Club -- just for teens. Share ideas as you create your wonderous  art. Get ready to make magical unicorn headbands.
Wednesday, December 13  6:30 - 8:00 pm
Romeoville Branch  REGISTER NOW

Pop Song Sing-a-Long 
We are going to sing some of the most popular song of all time. Sing-a-Long with the Backstreet Boys, Destiny's Child, Pink, Kelly Clarkson, Taylor Swift, and so many more. Clean versions only please. For tweens and teens.
Tuesday, December 26  6:30 - 7:30 pm
Romeoville Branch  REGISTER NOW

Store, Save, and Share Your Digital Photos
Learn about managing your digital photos, from your camera or phone to your online albums. We'll explore how flicker.com can help you organize and store photos.
Saturday, December 16  11:00 am  - Noon
Romeoville Branch   REGISTER NOW