Toddler & Me Playgroup

Mar 10th | Wed | 10:45-11:30am

Caregivers and their little ones will meet after storytime for play time and healthy snacks. An assortment of popular adult materials will be available to browse and check out!

Early Talkers Storytime

Mar 10th | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Talkers Storytime

Mar 11th | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

English Conversation Group

Mar 13th | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

Rolling in Dough: A Big Read Program

Mar 14th | Sun | 2pm

Have fun exploring basic pie-making techniques with Liz Osgood, relentless baker and owner of The Average Gourmet. Osgood shows how to make a pie crust, including using a pastry cutter and a food processor. Learn how to top your pie with either a crumb crust, double crust, or, for the most patient, a lattice crust. Three different types of pie will be demonstrated, including a traditional pie, a classic peach and cranberry tart, and a free-form bistro apple tart.

Registration is required.

Library Board Meeting

Mar 16th | Tues | 7:00pm

The Westmont Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 7pm in the Kwasek Meeting Room. All Board meetings are open to the public except as permitted by Open Meetings Act. All Board, Committee, and other Special Meetings will be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act.

The library would like to accommodate patrons with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss arrangements at least five days prior to a scheduled event at 630.294.0513

Pre-Reader Storytime

Mar 16th | Tues | 10:15am

Using books, crafts, and songs, four and five-year-olds work on skills they will need to learn how to read.

Toddler & Me Playgroup

Mar 17th | Wed | 10:45-11:30am

Caregivers and their little ones will meet after storytime for play time and healthy snacks. An assortment of popular adult materials will be available to browse and check out!

Early Talkers Storytime

Mar 17th | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Talkers Storytime

Mar 18th | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

Family Storytime

Mar 18th | Thurs | 6:30pm

Join us for a night of family fun! Begin the evening with tales that will delight all ages. After storytime, each family works together on a craft to take home.
Registration is required.

Writer's Group (critiques)

Apr 18th | Thurs | 7:00pm

This interactive group is for adults interested in improving their writing skills and venturing into the world of publishing. The first Thursday of the month is a large group session in the meeting room focused on improving writing skills, and the third Thursday consists of small group critique sessions conducted throughout the library in study rooms.

Bilingual Storytime

Mar 22nd | Mon | 11:30am

Children who speak any language will benefit from our storytime that stresses both English and Spanish vocabulary.

Video Games @ Your Library

Mar 23rd | Tues | 3-6pm

Once a month the library offers hours of video game play on the big screen! Make new friends, munch on snacks, and play games like MarioKart, Rock Band, and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Chess Tutoring will be offered from 5-6PM for those interested in learning how to play.

Anime/Manga Club

Mar 24th | Wed | 7pm

Watch and discuss Anime with other fans of the genre. Snacks and video games round out the evening.

English Conversation Group

Mar 27th | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

*The Help Book Discussion: A Big Read Program

Mar 31st | Wed | 12:30pm

If you are one of the thousands of people that have read The Help by Kathryn Stockett, we invite you to attend a book discussion. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy an afternoon of discussion amongst your peers.

*Location: Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills, IL.

Registration is required.

Writer's Group

Apr 1st | Thurs | 7:00pm

This interactive group is for adults interested in improving their writing skills and venturing into the world of publishing. The first Thursday of the month is a large group session in the meeting room focused on improving writing skills, and the third Thursday consists of small group critique sessions conducted throughout the library in study rooms.

Handmade & Recycled Instruments

Apr 7th | Wed | 10:15am

Make some noise with handmade instruments as we celebrate Earth Day early! Musician and Chicago's 4th Greenest person, Anna Stange, will lead us in this recycled craft and a special time of music and instrument play with our new creations!

Registration is required.

Growing Up Jim Crow: The South in the 1960s

Apr 7th | Wed | 7pm

Charles R. Branham, Senior Historian at the DuSable Museum of African-American History, discusses the laws that impacted the lives of people like the characters in The Help. Dr. Branham was the writer, co-producer, and hostof the Emmy Award-winning The Black Experience, a series of 60 half-hour programs for Chicago's WTTW and PBS. An authority on the history of racial and ethnic politics in Chicago, he has taught at Northwestern University, Indiana University, and the University of Chicago.

Registration is required.

English Conversation Group

Apr 10th | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

Bilingual Storytime

Apr 12th | Mon | 11:30am

Children who speak any language will benefit from our storytime that stresses both English and Spanish vocabulary.

Pre-Reader Storytime

Apr 13th | Tues | 10:15am

Using books, crafts, and songs, four and five-year-olds work on skills they will need to learn how to read.

Internet Basics

Apr 13th | Tues | 6:30-8:30pm

Learn internet terminology, how to use a web browser, and how to search the Internet. You must have basic Windows, mouse and keyboarding skills to attend.

Registration is required.

Early Talkers Storytime

Apr 14th | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Toddler & Me Playgroup

Apr 14th | Wed | 10:45am

Our toddler playgroup- back by popular demand- helps young children develop social skills through interactive play. Caregivers and parents will also enjoy this chance to play and read with their children as well as socialize with other adults.

Talkers Storytime

Apr 15th | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

Family Storytime

Apr 15th | Thurs | 6:30pm

Join us for a night of family fun! Begin the evening with tales that will delight all ages. After storytime, each family works together on a craft to take home.
Registration is required.

Writer's Group (critiques)

Apr 15th | Thurs | 7:00pm

This interactive group is for adults interested in improving their writing skills and venturing into the world of publishing. The first Thursday of the month is a large group session in the meeting room focused on improving writing skills, and the third Thursday consists of small group critique sessions conducted throughout the library in study rooms.

Art 4 Kidz: Shapes!

Apr 17th | Sat | 1-3pm

Get creative for a special day all about art! We'll focus on a famous artist or illustrator and practice drawing and painting techniques. Each child will make a piece of art to take home.

Registration is required.

Cold Blooded Creatures

Apr 18th | Sun | 2pm

What do a snake, tortoise, lizard and alligator all have in common? They will be at Westmont Library for a special visit from Jim Nesci and his reptile friends! Learn about how dinosaurs from long ago are linked to today's reptiles as well as many other fascinating facts about these misunderstood creatures.

Registration is required.

Library Board Meeting

Apr 20th | Tues | 7:00pm

The Westmont Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 7pm in the Kwasek Meeting Room. All Board meetings are open to the public except as permitted by Open Meetings Act. All Board, Committee, and other Special Meetings will be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act.

The library would like to accommodate patrons with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss arrangements at least five days prior to a scheduled event at 630.294.0513

Pre-Reader Storytime

Apr 20th | Tues | 10:15am

Using books, crafts, and songs, four and five-year-olds work on skills they will need to learn how to read.

Early Talkers Storytime

Apr 21st | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Toddler & Me Playgroup

Apr 21st | Wed | 10:45am

Our toddler playgroup- back by popular demand- helps young children develop social skills through interactive play. Caregivers and parents will also enjoy this chance to play and read with their children as well as socialize with other adults.

Living Green in Chicagoland

Apr 22nd | Thurs | 7pm

Join Anna Stange, Chicagoland's 4th greenest person, as she talks about reducing your carbon footprint without breaking your budget. Get an intro to reducing energy & water consumption, the 3 Rs, organic growing, and preserving the harvest. She will even bring simple canning tools to help demystify the canning process.

Registration is required.

Talkers Storytime

Apr 22nd | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

Hub Caps, Hood Ornaments, and Fins: A Big Read Program

Apr 24th | Sat | 10am-2pm

The Cadillac and LaSalle Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America will display cars from the 1960s. Program will be held next door in the DuPage Health Department's parking lot.

In case of rain date: Saturday, May 1st.

English Conversation Group

Apr 24th | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

Bilingual Storytime

Apr 26th | Mon | 11:30am

Children who speak any language will benefit from our storytime that stresses both English and Spanish vocabulary.

Pre-Reader Storytime

Apr 27th | Tues | 10:15am

Using books, crafts, and songs, four and five-year-olds work on skills they will need to learn how to read.

Video Games @ Your Library

Apr 27th | Tues | 3-6pm

Once a month the library offers hours of video game play on the big screen! Make new friends, munch on snacks, and play games like MarioKart, Rock Band, and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Chess Tutoring will be offered from 5-6PM for those interested in learning how to play.

Early Talkers Storytime

Apr 28th | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Toddler & Me Playgroup

Apr 28th | Wed | 10:45am

Our toddler playgroup- back by popular demand- helps young children develop social skills through interactive play. Caregivers and parents will also enjoy this chance to play and read with their children as well as socialize with other adults.

Anime/Manga Club

Apr 28th | Wed | 7pm

Watch and discuss Anime with other fans of the genre. Snacks and video games round out the evening.

Talkers Storytime

Apr 29th | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

Pre-Reader Storytime

May 4th | Tues | 10:15am

Using books, crafts, and songs, four and five-year-olds work on skills they will need to learn how to read.

Early Talkers Storytime

May 5th | Wed | 10:15am

Babies and toddlers enjoy books, action songs, and other musical activities.

Toddler & Me Playgroup

May 5th | Wed | 10:45am

Our toddler playgroup- back by popular demand- helps young children develop social skills through interactive play. Caregivers and parents will also enjoy this chance to play and read with their children as well as socialize with other adults.

Talkers Storytime

May 6th | Thurs | 10:15am

Two and three-year-olds learn with books, flannel boards, and music.

Writer's Group

May 6th | Thurs | 7:00pm

This interactive group is for adults interested in improving their writing skills and venturing into the world of publishing. The first Thursday of the month is a large group session in the meeting room focused on improving writing skills, and the third Thursday consists of small group critique sessions conducted throughout the library in study rooms.

English Conversation Group

May 8th | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

Science Saturday

May 15th | Sat | 1-3pm

Learn cool new science concepts, do experiments, and take home your creations. Learning has never been so fun! Registration is required.

Registration is required.

Blooming Wreath Craft

May 1st | Sat | 1-2:30pm

Celebrate spring with a beautiful flower wreath craft! Wreaths are made out of pre-cut paper flowers in a variety of colors and styles. Come and make your own, unique wreath just in time for Mother's Day!

Registration is required.

Excel for Beginners

May 17th | Mon | 6:30-8:30pm

This class will take you through basic instruction including cells and worksheets, formulas, charts and more. You must have basic Windows, mouse and keyboarding skills to attend.

Registration is required.

Library Board Meeting

May 18th | Tues | 7:00pm

The Westmont Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 7pm in the Kwasek Meeting Room. All Board meetings are open to the public except as permitted by Open Meetings Act. All Board, Committee, and other Special Meetings will be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act.

The library would like to accommodate patrons with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss arrangements at least five days prior to a scheduled event at 630.294.0513

Family Storytime

May 20th | Thurs | 6:30pm

Join us for a night of family fun! Begin the evening with tales that will delight all ages. After storytime, each family works together on a craft to take home.
Registration is required.

Writer's Group (critiques)

May 20th | Thurs | 7:00pm

This interactive group is for adults interested in improving their writing skills and venturing into the world of publishing. The first Thursday of the month is a large group session in the meeting room focused on improving writing skills, and the third Thursday consists of small group critique sessions conducted throughout the library in study rooms.

English Conversation Group

May 22nd | Sat | 10am-12pm

This informal and friendly conversation group is for all adult English learners. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as we improve our verbal English skills!

Video Games @ Your Library

May 25th | Tues | 3-6pm

Once a month the library offers hours of video game play on the big screen! Make new friends, munch on snacks, and play games like MarioKart, Rock Band, and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Chess Tutoring will be offered from 5-6PM for those interested in learning how to play.

Anime/Manga Club

May 26th | Wed | 7pm

Watch and discuss Anime with other fans of the genre. Snacks and video games round out the evening.

Library Board Meeting

Jun 15th | Tues | 7:00pm

The Westmont Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 7pm in the Kwasek Meeting Room. All Board meetings are open to the public except as permitted by Open Meetings Act. All Board, Committee, and other Special Meetings will be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act.

The library would like to accommodate patrons with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss arrangements at least five days prior to a scheduled event at 630.294.0513

Library Board Meeting

July 20th | Tues | 7:00pm

The Westmont Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 7pm in the Kwasek Meeting Room. All Board meetings are open to the public except as permitted by Open Meetings Act. All Board, Committee, and other Special Meetings will be posted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act.

The library would like to accommodate patrons with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss arrangements at least five days prior to a scheduled event at 630.294.0513