March 22

Kids + Books = Fun!

6:30-7:15 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

At each class we’ll start reading a book and do a related activity. Copies of the book will be available to finish at home. For children in grades 2-3. Event meets in the Montgomery Youth Program Room.

 

March 22

Legos at the Library

6-7 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

What can you create? We’ll provide the Legos® so please bring your imagination! All ages, children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

March 23

Writers’ Group

6:30-8 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

Come join other writers to discuss your work. The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month in the Library Board Room. No registration required. Open to adults and high school students. Location: Library Board Room.

 

March 23

Pizza and Pages

4:30-5:15 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

For students in grades 3-5. We’ll all read the same book before the meeting, talk about it, and have some pizza. Call (630) 552-2025 to register.

 

March 23

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

6-7 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

Grades 6-12. Interested in having a say in what happens at the library? Looking for volunteer hours? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Help plan programs, create new displays, make decorations, and more. Treats will be available.

 

March 24

Kids Create: Sun Yarn Art

6:30-7:15 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

Ages 8-11 year olds. Create artistic sun designs on tiles. Have fun exploring texture and composition. Register at http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/.

 

March 24

International Cooking Class

12-2 p.m.

Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., Oswego

$5

This month the Oswego Senior Center is traveling to Argentina. We will be making Empanadas and Chimichurri in the OSC kitchen. RSVP at (630) 554-5602. Class is limited to 10 people and must have a minimum of four people.

 

March 25

Cupcake Wars

2-2:45 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

Grades 6-12. Have you got what it takes to win cupcake wars? Fun for all and our winners will get prizes. You may work alone or in teams of two. Register at http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/.

 

March 25

Read with Paws

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville

Free

Kids come to the library, pick a book and read to a furry friend. All therapy dogs and handlers have been certified by an accredited organization. Appointments start at 10:30. Registration required. This program will now be on the 4th Saturday of every month. Call (630) 553-4354 for more information or visit http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

 

March 25

The Wordsmiths Guild

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

Free

Find inspiration in this unique atmosphere brainstorm with other writers, and practice your craft. Bring your notebooks, laptops, and current writing projects or use one of the many prompts provided to “get the juices going”. Participants may wish to pack a lunch and their current crafting works in progress and register for The Crafty Collective program beginning at 1 p.m. Ages 16 and up.

 

March 25

The Crafty Collective

1-3 p.m.

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

Free

Do you embroider, paper craft, fiber craft, or have another art to bring from home? Come to the Little White School Museum to meet with your fellow crafters to make new friends, get inspired and share the love of your art! Bring your current work in progress (WIP) and your own supplies to work on.

Age: 16 and up.

 

March 26

Golden Dragon Acrobats

3 p.m.

Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

Kids 12 and under: $25 Adults: $35

Immerse the whole family in the colorful, intense, theatrical world of Chinese acrobatics. The Golden Dragon Acrobats may have been touring for 30 years and blends ancient dance, spectacular costumes, contemporary music and incredible athleticism into a full-on extravaganza of movement. For more information, visit www.paramountaurora.com.

 

March 27

Planning and Planting a Veggie Garden

6:30-7:45 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

From site preparation, including size, location and soil, through harvest, Master Gardener Heather DeVoe will give tips and tricks for successful vegetable gardening.

 

March 27

Lego STEAM

6:30-7 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

Ages 8-11 years old – Explore STEAM by solving puzzles, building challenges, and designing…all with Legos! Register at http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/.

 

March 27

Classic Movie Mondays

7 p.m.

Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

$1

This week, the film “Kill Bill” will be shown on the big screen at the historic Paramount Theatre for just $1. Concessions are available. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. For more information, visit www.paramountaurora.com.

 

March 28

Keep Calm and Color

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

Take your mind off of the daily stresses of life and join us for a relaxing evening of good company, soothing music and a nice cup of coffee. Coloring materials and pages will be provided. People of all artistic skill levels are welcome.

Registration preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. Register at http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/.

 

March 28

Preschool Art

2-2:40 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

Ages 4-5 year olds. Hear a story, sing, and make a process-oriented art project. Aprons are provided. The child’s adult must remain in the library.

 

March 28

Trivia Night

7-8 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

Come on out for a fun night of trivia hosted by your community library. Questions will cover a wide range of topics. Winners will receive a special prize. Registration encouraged.

 

March 28

Life-Size Candyland

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Free

Kids get to be the “piece” to our life size Candyland! Join Miss Jennette and Miss Marianne and have some fun on your Spring Break, no registration needed.

 

March 28

Adult Creative Writing Group

7-8:30 p.m.

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Free

Come join this group of people who are passionate about words. Its intent is to create a positive, encouraging, honest, and fun atmosphere that will support and motivate each other to achieve excellence in writing. To be placed on the mailing list, contact the Adult Reference Desk.