Kendall County Calendar of Events Nov. 15 – Nov. 21

The FVPD Daddy-Daughter Dress-Up Dinner will be Nov. 18 at the Prisco Center in Aurora. (Courtesy of Fox Valley Park Dist.)

Nov. 15

Meet the Masters: Andy Warhol
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Grades 3-5. Learn about the famous master artist Andy Warhol and then make your own masterpiece.

Teen Game Night
6:30-7:15 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Grades 6-12. Teens of ALL abilities come to play games and have a great time. Bring a sibling or a friend for a fun night out.

 

Wednesday Night Book Club
7-8 p.m.
Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano
Free

Get together with other readers for an interesting discussion. “The Poisoner’s Handbook” by Deborah Blum will be discussed. The book for December will be for each member to choose their own Christmas story. No registration required.

Nov. 16

Knit and Crochet Group
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano
Free

This informal group works on their own projects, discusses types and colors of yarn, and helps each other with new or tricky patterns.  Participants bring their own supplies. No registration required

Arm Knitting
6:30-8 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Grades 6-12. Learn the art of arm knitting with super chunky yarn. We’ll make a cowl scarf perfect for the colder weather.

34/30 Writers’ Group
7-8:30 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

All writers whether beginner or pro are invited to network and share their work at our monthly meetings. Karen Young is the group’s facilitator. Drop by to discover what our group has to offer you. No registration is required.

Nov. 17

Storytime at Panera
10-10:30 a.m.
Panera, 12970 Route 34, Oswego
Free

Ages 2-7. Meet the traveling librarians at Panera Bread. The library will bring the stories and Panera will provide the cookies and milk.

Literacy Centers
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

Ages 3-6 with parent. Parent guided opportunity for hands on literacy instruction.

Preschool Storytime
3:30-4:15 p.m.
Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free

Join in on the fun with your preschooler as we read, dance, sing, play, and learn! Story time is geared towards children aged 2.5 years old to 5 years old. Registration is required.

Nov. 18

Lego Club
10:30-11 a.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

We have the Legos, you bring your creativity. We will put your “artwork” on display in the library. Register at the Youth Service desk. For ages kindergarten and older.

Family Matinee
2-4 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Grades K-5 with an adult. Sign up to watch the movie Frozen at the library! All children and adults attending must register at http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/.

Deconstruct Electronics
2-3 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Grades 6-12. Want to take apart a toaster or keyboard to see how it works? Join in taking apart a variety of old electronic items. Everyone who participates will get to take apart at least one item.

Parents’ Date Night
6-10 p.m.
Boulder Point, 0 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery
$22(R) / $31(NR)

Kids ages 4-12 can enjoy a parent free night while parents enjoy a night out, too. Games and activities, time in the gym, a movie, pizza, and snacks will all be part of the fun. Children must be able to use the toilet independently.  Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Visit http://www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org to register.

Old School vs. New School Skate Party
7:30-11:00 p.m.
Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery
$8 admission

Saturday evening is our “Old vs. New” session. All ages welcome.  Games, races and more. Skate Rental: $4.00 (regular, speed, or inline). Snackbar will be open.

Daddy-Daughter Dress-Up Dinner
5-7 p.m.
Prisco Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
$32/couple (R)/ $45/couple (N)
$15 each additional child

Open up your costume collection and dust off your princess dress or superhero cape. Buffet style dinner, crafts, games, dancing and a photo booth are included. Register at http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

Nov. 19

Open Skate
1-4 p.m.
Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery
$6 admission

Our popular afternoon session for young people and families. Great fun, games, the races, and prizes.

Admission: $6 (spectating parents and grandparents welcome, no charge).  Skate rental: $4 (regular, speed, or inline). Snack bar will be open.

Nov. 20

LEGO Duplo
10:15-10:45 a.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

Lego club for the younger set w/parent. Duplos are supplied. Children will make unique creations for display. Registration is required at http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

Nov. 21

Storytime at Panera
10-10:30 a.m.
1206 N. Bridge St., Yorkville
Free

Come join us as Miss Jennette and Miss Marianne read stories at the Yorkville Panera. Children will receive a free cookie and milk. Registration required at http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

Hedda! A Musical Conversation
7 p.m.
Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free

Prepare to be entertained with this special one-woman musical on the iconic, Hollywood gossip columnist, actress and political pundit: Hedda Hopper, starring Jillan Gabrielle. No registration is required.

 

–Kendall County Calendar of Events Nov. 15 – Nov. 21–