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Introduction to Yoga

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Jackie Jasperson leads a live yoga class and shares information about yoga practice. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Developmental Playgroup

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

This drop-in inclusive playgroup is for children younger than six who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Family Movie

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Lilo & Stitch

This event is in the "Adults" group

Oakton College Citizenship Class

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Event Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about U.S. history and government to prepare for the citizenship test. 

This class begins September 19 and ends December 19. For more information, call Oakton College at 847-635-1426.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Reading Party

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Grab a book and join our reading party. We'll provide snacks and recommendations for yourl winter reading.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Early Entry: An Accessibility Hour

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Families and individuals who need a quiet, uncrowded environment are invited to use the library before we open.

Explore the Kids Room, Teen Room, Studio, and materials on the first floor.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Solstice Concert with Stone & Snow

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Adults

“The band’s multi-genre sound pulls from folk, indie rock, swing and soul—somehow stitching it all together seamlessly,” –Elle Mannion, NPR Music

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Small Hands Craft

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Event Type:
DIY, Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Flex your fingers and use your fine motor skills by making a fun and creative craft.

Drop-in event for children age 2-6 with an adult.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Turning Point Mobile Living Room

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Age Group:
Adults

Turning Point Behavioral Health Center provides mental health support for individuals through its Mobile Living Room on a walk-in basis.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group
This event is in the "Grade 9–12" group

Sensory-Friendly Family Movie

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Teens, Grade 6–8, Grade 9–12

A Minecraft Movie

This screening is designed for everyone, including families with neurodivergent children and others who may benefit from a less sensory-intense movie experience.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Stay and Play

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores hands-on activities.

Drop-in event for kids age 2-6 with an adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Make an I Spy Book

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2

We're making our very own seek-and-find book. Arrange objects creatively to be photographed and work on riddles. Participants are encouraged to bring small objects.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Small Hands Craft

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Event Type:
DIY, Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Flex your fingers and use your fine motor skills by making a fun and creative craft.

Drop-in event for children age 2-6 with an adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Make Your Own Family Board Game

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Playing board games as a family is fun, but how about creating your very own unique family board game?

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Stay and Play

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores hands-on activities.

Drop-in event for kids age 2-6 with an adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Relax and Read

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Pick up a lantern, find a cozy spot, and settle in with a soothing outdoor-themed video projected onto a wall. Lights will be dimmed, and a chapter will be read aloud from an adventure novel.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Cat Club

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Wear your favorite cat shirt and get ready for some feline fun! In this purr-fect club for cat lovers, participants will learn about different aspects of cat care and behavior. 

Kids grade 3-5 attend independently.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:45am - 1:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Ring in the New Year in the Kids' Room with music and a noon-year countdown. Indoor activities will be available throughout the first floor, 12:30-1:30 pm.

For families with children age three and older.