The Yorkville Public Library will host the Men’s Book Club on Thursday evening. (Photo courtesy of Yorkville Library)

Jan. 17

Fairytale Storytime
10-10:30 a.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Ages 3-5 with an adult. Join us for this imaginative storytime. Each week we’ll celebrate a favorite classic fairytale or nursery rhyme.

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

Get together with other readers for an interesting discussion. “When Breath Becomes Air” by Paul Kalanithi will be discussed.  The book for February, “Courting Greta” by Ramsey Hootman will be available at the Check-Out Desk. Newcomers are welcome any time.

Jan. 18

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 yarns, and helps each other with new or tricky patterns. They love to watch each other’s projects develop. Participants bring their own supplies. No registration required

Unbirthday Party
6 p.m.
Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free

A very merry Unbirhtday to you. Come to the library to celebrate your Unbirthday. There will be treats, games, gifts, and fun. Sign up today.  Ages 3 and up.

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. Do you write novels, short stories, poetry or nonfiction? Drop by to discover what our group has to offer you. No registration is required.

Little Scientists
10:30-11 a.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

3-5 year olds with an adult.  Listen to a story and explore some fun science concepts with your child. Aprons are provided.

Men’s Book Club
7-8:30 p.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

This group meets on the Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Historical Room of the Library. This week we will discuss “Three Days in January” by Bret Baier.

Jan. 19

Storytime at Panera
10-10:30 a.m.
Panera, 1450 Douglas Rd., Oswego
Free

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

Board Game Club
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Grades 3 – 5. Join us if you love board games. We’ll play games you may be familiar with and learn new ones too!

Jan. 20

Saturday Book Break
10-10:20 a.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

All Ages with an adult. Take a break and listen to a librarian read some awesome books.

Let’s Learn
1 p.m.
Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free

Join us for the first session of our new monthly program: Let’sLearn. Every month we will have a different topic or activity to learn! Ages 7 and up.

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

Our most popular afternoon session for young people and families. Think moms and dads and birthday parties. Great fun, games, the races, and prizes.

Jan. 22

Baby Goose
10-10:20 a.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Ages 3-18 months with an adult – Share stories, rhymes, and music with your baby.

Jan. 23

Romance Genre Bingo
7-8 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Come join the fun as we host Romance Genre Bingo. Come and meet the published authors of romance novels and take part in a fun activity. Prizes will be awarded to the winners.

Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social
1 p.m.
Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., Oswego
Free

Join us for a free old-fashioned ice cream social and musical bingo. Event takes place at the Oswego Senior Center. Please RSVP at (630) 554-5602.

Medicare Discussions
10 a.m.
Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., Oswego
Free

Understanding Medicare can be an overwhelming endeavor. This seminar will focus on Medicare basics and will answer questions from participants. Call (630) 554-5602 to register.

Independent Storytime
6:30-7:10 p.m.
Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano
Free

For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Call (630) 552-2025 to register.

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

Children ages 2 and up with a parent will make creations of their choice with Lego Duplos. Their work of art will then be put on display in the library. Registration required.

Adult Creative Writing Group
7-8:30 p.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

Come join this group of people who are passionate about words – artistically, professionally or personally.  Its intent is to create a positive, encouraging, honest, and fun atmosphere that will support and motivate each other to achieve excellence in writing.

–Kendall County Calendar of Events Jan. 17 – Jan. 23–