Jim Corti, artistic director of the Paramount Theatre

Jan. 24

Fairytale Storytime
10-10:30 a.m.
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.

Jan. 25

Plano Writers’ Group
6:30-8 p.m.
Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano
Free

Come join other writers to discuss your work. Open to adults and high school students. No registration required.

OsweGrow/SCORE: Cashflow for Your Business
8-9:30 a.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Many businesses fail because they run out of money. This workshop will help you plan your cash needs ahead of time and also provide you some inside tips on saving money in your everyday business operations.

Make-a-Bear Storytime
6-7:15 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Ages 3-6 with an adult. You’ll create a stuffed bear. Then cozy up with your new friend for a story and a treat.

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? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Help plan programs, create displays, make decoration and more! TAB meetings count as volunteer hours.

Jan. 26

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

Preschool story time is for children aged 2.5 – 5. Come to the library for a fun time filled with stories, songs, games, and crafts

From the Page to the Stage
6:40-8:30 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

The Oswego Library District welcomes Jim Corti, artistic director of the Paramount Theatre for a lively discussion of how he and his staff are staging Cabaret. A drawing for two tickets for “Cabaret” at the Paramount will be held following his program, and a book discussion of The Berlin Stories will follow.

Short Play Festival
7-9 p.m.
Oswego Village Hall, 100 Parkers Mill, Oswego
$7 at the door

This staged reading features Limelight staff members and veteran actors performing the six winning short plays from each category in each age group.

Jan. 27

Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Drop-In
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Families with children ages 4 through fifth-grade. Drop in for Wonka inspired games and activities. Don’t miss any of the scrumptious fun.

What Happened to All the Animals?
1-2:30 p.m.
Red Oak Nature Center, 2343 Rt. 25, Batavia
$7 (R)/ $9 (N)

Come out and find out just where animals go in the winter time. Learn about the special adaptations animals have that allows then to survive the harsh winter. We will then go for a hike in our woods in search of these animals. Then, we will warm up with a craft. Ages 6 to 8

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.

Jan. 28

Mini Golf “Fun” Raiser
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
Free

Come to the Library to play 18 holes of Mini-golf throughout the library. Great family fun.

Free Cave Hike
2-3 p.m.
Red Oak Nature Center, 2343 Rt. 25, Batavia
Free

Join us as we hike through the woods, enjoying the sights and sounds of the season as we head to our cave. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free, but advanced registration is required. All ages.

Hibernating Animals Search & Find
During Library Hours
Oswego and Montgomery Library Campuses
Free

All Ages. Find the sleeping animals in the library. Don’t wake them up. Get a small prize when you find them all.

Jan. 29

DIY Mardi Gras Mask
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego
Free

Grades 6-12. Celebrate Mardi Gras by making your very own colorful masks.

Me & My Grown-up Storytime
6:30-7:10 p.m.
Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano
Free

For 3- and 4-year-olds with their grown-up (no younger siblings allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences.

Jan. 30

Remember Indian Creek
7 p.m.
Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich
Free

The library welcomes back presenter Heinz Suppan to discuss the history behind the Indian Creek Massacre, which occurred near present-day Earlville. No registration is required.

Adult Coloring Program: Keep Calm and Color
6:30-8:15 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. We will provide coloring materials and pages.

Art Canvas
6:30-7:15 p.m.
Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Free

Grades 3-5. Create your own work of art using canvas and paints. It will be a masterpiece.

–Kendall County Calendar of Events Jan. 24 – Jan. 30–