Boundless App Update

Due to the unexpected closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless platform and app are being discontinued.  The eRead Illinois collection of e-books and e-audiobooks will transition to a new platform offering the same great titles plus new enhancements.  For complete details, please visit our Library News page.

Week Calendar

Featured Events

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Stories to Be Thankful For

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Reading Room (W) at Washburn

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing

Age Group:

Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on November 17, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Washburn
Room: Main Reading Room (W)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing
Registration requested
Event Details:

Put on your coziest pajamas and join us for a special Thanksgiving storytime! We’ll gobble up fun turkey-themed books, sing a few songs, and celebrate the season of thankfulness together.

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Jackbox Party at the Library

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Technology

Age Group:

Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Registration will close on November 18, 2025 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Teens (12 - 18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Celebrations & Parties, Family Programming, Games & Gaming, Technology
Registration requested
Event Details:

Think fast, laugh hard!

Bring your competitive spirit (and your phone!) for an evening of laughter and friendly competition with Jackbox Party Games.

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Wits Workout: The Best Medicine

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on November 19, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

The Best Medicine

They say that laughter is the best medicine, especially when you are tense, nervous, or under stress.  Our brains are at their best when we can keep stress in check.  In this session, we will take a loo

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Stories to Be Thankful For

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing

Age Group:

Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on November 20, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Programming, Family Programming, Literature & Writing
Registration requested
Event Details:

Put on your coziest pajamas and join us for a special Thanksgiving storytime! We’ll gobble up fun turkey-themed books, sing a few songs, and celebrate the season of thankfulness together.

A large tree with a network of exposed roots. Text: Digging Deeper Into Your Roots; Unlock the secrets of your family history.

Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Heritage Albums

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on November 21, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History
Registration requested
Event Details:

Heritage Albums

Just in time for the Holidays!  Learn how to turn your family history research into a beautiful keepsake album or printed book—perfect for sharing with relatives or giving as a meaningful gift.

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Musical Mornings Free Play

Monday, November 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (GH) at Germantown Hills

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on November 24, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Germantown Hills
Room: Meeting Room (GH)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances
Registration requested
Event Details:

Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore and play with a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B (M) at Metamora

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on November 26, 2025 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Metamora
Room: Meeting Room A/B (M)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances
Registration requested
Event Details:

Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore and play with a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

Baby playing an instrument surrounded by other instruments.

Musical Mornings Free Play

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (R) at Roanoke

Program Type:

Family Programming, Music & Performances

Age Group:

Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Registration will close on November 29, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Roanoke
Room: Meeting Room (R)
Age Group: Babies (0 - 24 months), Toddlers (2 - 5)
Program Type: Family Programming, Music & Performances
Registration requested
Event Details:

Children are invited to a self-led musical adventure, where they can explore and play with a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace.

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3D Gnome Lantern Craft for All Ages

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Reading Room (SB) at Spring Bay

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops

Age Group:

Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Registration will close on December 1, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Spring Bay
Room: Main Reading Room (SB)
Age Group: Children (6 - 11), Teens (12 - 18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programming, Workshops
Registration requested
Event Details:

Glow Gnome

Step into a world of cozy charm! Craft a delightful paper gnome, complete with a tiny lantern to light the way through the enchanted woods (or your living room). Perfect for adding a touch of magic to your décor.

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Spring Bay Bookies

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Clubs, Celebrations & Parties

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Celebrations & Parties
Event Details:
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