New Year's closing

All library locations will be closed on December 31 and January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

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Tots Town

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Come to Tot’s Town for some fun and play. Don’t dress your best and be ready for a mess. No registration necessary. Ages 1-3 with caregiver. 

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come to Tot’s Town for some fun and play. Don’t dress your best and be ready for a mess. No registration necessary. Ages 1-3 with caregiver. 

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Let it Snow Room Sign

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Make a cute snowman sign to hang in your room. Grades 4-6. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Make a cute snowman sign to hang in your room. Grades 4-6.

 

Teen Hangout

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Hang out in Corner 68, enjoy some snacks, and create something with our craft supplies: button makers, shrink charms, polymer clay, perler beads, bracelet beads, and more. Drop in,...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Hang out in Corner 68, enjoy some snacks, and create something with our craft supplies: button makers, shrink charms, polymer clay, perler beads, bracelet beads, and more. Drop in, or register to receive a reminder email.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Noon Years Eve

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Happy Noon Year! Don't feel like staying up until midnight? Join us to start the party early and celebrate at noon! Ages 2-12, caregivers must remain with kids under age 9. &n...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Happy Noon Year! Don't feel like staying up until midnight? Join us to start the party early and celebrate at noon! Ages 2-12, caregivers must remain with kids under age 9.  

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

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Polymer Clay & Jewelry Studio

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

We have a wide selection of polymer clay, tools, beads and jewelry making supplies.  Use this unstructured time to explore and create. Mix, shape, and mold colorful polymer cl...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

We have a wide selection of polymer clay, tools, beads and jewelry making supplies.  Use this unstructured time to explore and create.

Dundee and Randall Oaks Libraries are closed for New Years

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Dundee Library, Randall Oaks Library, Off Site, Virtual

Dundee and Randall Oaks Libraries are closed for New Years.

Closing
Branches:
Dundee Library, Randall Oaks Library, Off Site, Virtual
Description:

Dundee and Randall Oaks Libraries are closed for New Years.

Little Scientist Take Home Kit

All Day
YS Department at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

New lab every month! Activities based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math that are best for ages 2-4. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall Oa...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: YS Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Event Details:

New lab every month! 

Activities based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math that are best for ages 2-4. Available while supplies last at the Dundee and Randall Oaks Libraries. 

 

A Day at the Zoo

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Join us for crafts and games that are all about the zoo. Ages 3-6 with caregiver. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for crafts and games that are all about the zoo. Ages 3-6 with caregiver. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

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Family Movie Night: Toy Story (G)

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Movies & Music
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Put on your PJs and bring your favorite toy for a movie night at the library to watch the Disney classic, Toy Story. Free popcorn and drinks will be available. Your own snacks and ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Put on your PJs and bring your favorite toy for a movie night at the library to watch the Disney classic, Toy Story. Free popcorn and drinks will be available. Your own snacks and drinks are welcome. Please register all people attending.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Hangout

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Hang out in Corner 68, enjoy some snacks, and create something with our craft supplies: button makers, shrink charms, polymer clay, perler beads, bracelet beads, and more. Drop in,...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Hang out in Corner 68, enjoy some snacks, and create something with our craft supplies: button makers, shrink charms, polymer clay, perler beads, bracelet beads, and more. Drop in, or register to receive a reminder email.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

Storytime with Ms. Lisa

Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!

Introducción a Dispositivos Móviles -Lo Básico - Parte Uno

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español, Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Descubra todo lo que necesita saber para usar un dispositivo móvil.Requiere habilidad básica con dispositivos móviles, desde como cambiar el brillo, como conectar bluetooth y otras...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: En Español, Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Descubra todo lo que necesita saber para usar un dispositivo móvil.

Requiere habilidad básica con dispositivos móviles, desde como cambiar el brillo, como conectar bluetooth y otras acciones importantes. 

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Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Tuesday Tales:

Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and more. Great for the whole family.

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes and more. Great for the whole family.

Resume Workshop with workNet Batavia

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Refresh your resume with assistance from a Career Coach! Get valuable tips and personalized feedback to make your resume standout to potential employers. 

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Refresh your resume with assistance from a Career Coach! Get valuable tips and personalized feedback to make your resume standout to potential employers. 

Storytime Craft

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Drop in and create a storytime-related craft.

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a storytime-related craft.

Drumming Open Jam

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Movies & Music
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

If you wanna try something new or wanna give your neighbors a break, come hit the drums at the library!! We’ll be offering open jam sessions from 5-6pm on the following dates:...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

If you wanna try something new or wanna give your neighbors a break, come hit the drums at the library!! 

We’ll be offering open jam sessions from 5-6pm on the following dates: 

Google Sheets: THE BASICS (R)

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Intended for beginners, this hands-on class will teach you how to create a basic budget using some of the most important tools in Google Sheets. Having a Google/Gmail account to lo...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Intended for beginners, this hands-on class will teach you how to create a basic budget using some of the most important tools in Google Sheets.

Hello Baby Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills. Stor...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Book Club at the Adult Activities Center

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join the book club meeting at the Dundee Park District Adult Activities Center. This month we will be discussing Miss Del Rio by Barbara Mujica. Stop by the Information Desk at ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Event Details:

Join the book club meeting at the Dundee Park District Adult Activities Center. This month we will be discussing Miss Del Rio by Barbara Mujica.

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Bilingual Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Bilingual Storytime:

Welcome friends! Read stories, sing and have fun in English and Spanish. All ages but best for 2-6. ¡Bienvenidos amigos! Vengan a leer cuentos, canta y diviértete en inglés y ...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: En Español, Storytime

Welcome friends! Read stories, sing and have fun in English and Spanish. All ages but best for 2-6.

¡Bienvenidos amigos! Vengan a leer cuentos, canta y diviértete en inglés y español. Todas las edades pero mejor para 2-6.

 

I Love Me: Chanting Music

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Movies & Music
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The “I Love Me” programs are focused on self-care and self-love. Join us as we listen to a session of chanting. Allow the music to raise your vibrations. Cultivate a mindset of pos...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

The “I Love Me” programs are focused on self-care and self-love. Join us as we listen to a session of chanting. Allow the music to raise your vibrations. Cultivate a mindset of positive thinking.

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Immigration Help at the Dundee Library

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
En Español
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family
Event Details:

Do you have questions about immigration benefits and the path to citizenship? DOJ accredited professionals from Alianza Hispanoamericana will offer free, personal consultations at ...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: En Español
Event Details:

Do you have questions about immigration benefits and the path to citizenship? DOJ accredited professionals from Alianza Hispanoamericana will offer free, personal consultations at the Dundee Library.

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Anime Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Anime Club is more than just anime! Talk about your favorite anime and manga, make cool pixel art projects and buttons, share memes, and show off your drawings and sketches. For gr...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Anime Club is more than just anime! Talk about your favorite anime and manga, make cool pixel art projects and buttons, share memes, and show off your drawings and sketches. For grades 6-12. Drop in, or register to receive a reminder email.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.