Yorkville Public Library will host a Read with Paws event on May 28.

May 25

Lap Sit reading time

10:30-11 a.m.

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Free

This program is designed for babies (Birth-18 months) and parents to interact in a fun environment. It will consist of songs and finger plays, followed by playtime. Registration is required. Call (630) 553-4354 for more information or visit http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

May 25

Angry Birds Party

10-11:30 a.m.

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

Come celebrate Angry Birds with fun games and crafts. Activities will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. Event is for children ages 5-9, accompanied by an adult. For more information call (630) 554-1010 or visit http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/

May 26

Blood Drive

3-7 p.m.

Senior Service Associates, 908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Heartland Blood Center will be at Senior Services to conduct a blood drive. There is no need to make an appointment, just walk in.

If you are interested in attending the event, please contact Gina R. Dunlap, Activity Director at Senior Services Associates, at (630) 553-5777.

May 27

Memorial Day Celebration

11 a.m.

$7 members, $8 non-members

Senior Service Associates, 908 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville

Celebrate Memorial Day with local seniors. Lunch is at 11 a.m. At 11:30, the VFW will present colors and then Kim Frankovelgia will be here to sing. Bingo and

Pinochle at 12:30 p.m. The cost for this event is $7.00 for members and $8.00 for non-members.

Contact Gina R. Dunlap, Activity Director at Senior Services Associates, at (630) 553-5777

May 28

Movie Scavenger Hunt

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

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Free

Visit the Montgomery Campus library lobby. The movie poster scavenger hunt consists of matching several descriptions to movie posters on display. One lucky “hunter” will get a $30 VISA gift card, All ages are welcome. Call (630) 554-1010 or visit http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/

May 28

Planting Party

9 a.m.

Prisco Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora

Free

Roll up your sleeves and volunteer for the annual flower planting. Join the greenhouse staff and learn planting tips, take home a free plant and have fun! To sign up, contact Helen at (630) 897-4261.

May 28

Olaf’s Summer Kick-Off

9 a.m.

Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Road, Montgomery

Skate the morning away with friends of the movie Frozen during Aurora Skate Center’s summer kick-off. Don’t forget to wear your favorite Frozen-themed costume.

Contests, music, games and prizes will be featured. For more information visit www.skateaurora.com or call (630) 898-5830.

May 28

Read with Paws

10:30 a.m. to Noon

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Free

Children come to the library, select 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. Call (630) 553-4354 for more information or visit http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

May 30

Memorial Day Swim Party

Civic Center Aquatic Park, 5 Ashlawn Ave. Montgomery

$8/daily, $6/after 4 p.m.

Celebrate Memorial Day with a splash at the Civic Center where retired and active Military members with identification swim free. Purchase a season pool pass to enjoy unlimited daily admission.

May 30

Classic Movie Mondays

7 p.m.

Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

$1

This week, the film ‘Platoon”, starring Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger and Willem Dafoe, 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.

May 31

Battle of the Bulge

7 p.m.

Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich

Free

This historical presentation focuses on Europe’s largest battle of the Second World War and how small groups of American soldiers defeated Hitler’s last desperate stand. Registration is required. Call (815) 786-8308 or visit http://www.sandwichpld.org/ for more information.

— Kendall County events calendar —