Don't miss the upcoming events being held in the community!

The following events are located in Romeoville, but are not sponsored by the Village of Romeoville. If you have any questions regarding the events, please contact the organization that is hosting the event.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, September 22, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway 
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). 

O'Hara Woods Volunteer Workday
Saturday, September 23, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
O'Hara Woods Nature Preserve, 524 Belmont Dr.
We plan to continue removing brush from the woodland edge to open the view and improve conditions for our native plants. We would love to see you out there! No prior experience is required. The address to O'Hara Woods is 524 Belmont Dr., Romeoville, and we will be meeting in the parking lot off of Beverly J Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini). If you plan to attend, please bring a water bottle, a pair of work gloves (we will have extra), and dress for the weather. Loppers and all other equipment will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off of Beverly J. Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini)   

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Museum Campus Exploration Day
Saturday, September 23, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free!
Age: All ages
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. Additionally, join us to celebrate World Rivers Day by exploring what critters call the Des Plaines River home. We will use nets to scoop for aquatic critters and then take a closer look at them. Equipment will be provided, however feel free to bring your own personal equipment. All animals will be released back into the river at the end of the program. Please dress in clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. No registration required.

White Oak Library presents SAT Online Practice
Saturday, September 23, 2023
10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Standardized testing can be stressful, but the best way to overcome that anxiety and to improve your score is through practice! If you're looking for an opportunity to practice for the SAT, please sign up for a full-length, virtual practice SAT test (administered by Princeton Review) that you can take from the comfort of your own home during this scheduled time. Registration with a valid email address is required. Virtual login information will be shared with registrants via email one week before the practice test. Unable to take the practice test from home? Please contact us and we'll make accommodations for you at the library. Registration is required by clicking here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, September 24, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, September 25, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, September 25, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

State Representative Avelar's Traveling Office Hours
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
5:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Constituents of the 85th District are invited to meet with Representative Avelar's staff about any issues or concerns you may have. No appointments are needed.

White Oak Library presents September Swing! Jazz Music with Petra Van Nuis & Andy Brown
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown will serenade us with classic jazz standards! Petra and Andy regularly play prominent area venues including the Jazz Showcase, the Green Mill, Andy's Jazz Club and Winter’s Jazz Club. Nationally, the couple plays jazz festivals and clubs. With several European tours and six of their CDs re-released in Japan, Petra and Andy continue to spread their swinging sounds to music lovers far and wide. Registration is required by clicking here.

White Oak Library presents Percy Jackson Escape Room
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us at Camp Half Blood as we help save Percy Jackson from certain death. Registration is required by clicking here. This event is for individuals in grades 6-12.

McWethy's Tavern Fall Fest
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Mistwood Golf Club, 1700 W. Renwick Rd.
Reserve your spot for the upcoming ✨FALL FEST✨ on Wednesday, September 27th (6-8pm). This event will NOT disappoint — featuring 15 bourbons + specialty cocktails + light bites from Bronkberry Farms and #TheFarmatMistwood! Join us for an evening with great friends outside on the courtyard at McWethy's Tavern!

White Oak Library presents Percy Jackson Escape Room
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
7:00-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us at Camp Half Blood as we help save Percy Jackson from certain death. Registration is required by clicking here. This event is for individuals in grades 6-12.

Romeoville Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Meeting
Thursday, September 28, 2023
8:15-9:45 a.m.
Mistwood Golf Club, 1700 W. Renwick Rd.
The Romeoville Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Meeting is an opportunity to network, hear village and committee updates and dynamic speaker presentations.
Speaker:  Shanee Hunter, MHRM, SHRM-CP of HR Philosophy, LLC
Topic:  The HR Check-Up for Small Business Employers
Human Resources play a vital role in fostering a healthy and thriving workplace. We will explore the importance of regular check-ins and how it contributes to employee and organizational success. Topic points include:

• Recruiting and Onboarding
• Compliance Items
• Performance Management & Employee Relations
• Q&A Session

RSVP at: info@romeovillechamber.org

White Oak Library's Bling Bling Sale
Friday, September 29, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
It’s a jewelry sale and a fundraiser to benefit the Library. Shop thousands of pieces of jewelry that have been donated —some new and some gently used. Also a nice selection of glitzy evening bags. Admission is free. Most pieces priced at $1.00! Vintage and better jewelry — all very reasonably priced.

White Oak Library's Bling Bling Sale
Saturday, September 30, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
It’s a jewelry sale and a fundraiser to benefit the Library. Shop thousands of pieces of jewelry that have been donated —some new and some gently used. Also a nice selection of glitzy evening bags. Admission is free. Most pieces priced at $1.00! Vintage and better jewelry — all very reasonably priced.

Romeoville High School Athletic Hall of Fame
Saturday, September 30, 2023
5:00-8:00 p.m.
Romeoville High School, 100 N. Independence Rd.
$75/ticket. Email info@rhsaaa.org

4th Annual Knights of Columbus Chili Cookoff 
Saturday, September 30, 2023
5:30-10:00 p.m.
St. Andrew the Apostle, 505 Kingston Dr.
Participants are free, attendees $15 adults and $5 for kids. Taste chili's and vote for your favorite. All you can eat hot dogs and Knights chili. Cash bar, basket raffles, bourbon tasting, 50/50. Entry/Tickets/Info: Call or text 815-905-2826. Purchase tickets before 9/23 and receive free raffle tickets. Sponsored by Angelic Kindness. Popular voted chili wins $500! Trophy awarded for popular vote, best restaurant and best non-profit.

Craft Fair
Sunday, October 1, 2023
9:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.
Blain's Farm & Fleet, 451 S. Weber Rd.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, October 1, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, October 2, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, October 2, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

White Oak Library presents Teen Paint & Sip: Spooky Graveyard Painting
Monday, October 2, 2023
6:00-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Enjoy a special spooky evening in which we create a dark and scary graveyard masterpiece. This event is for teens in grades 7-12. Registration is required by clicking here. Space is limited. Staff will make early reminder calls to give waitlisted individuals a chance to move to the main list in case of cancellations. 

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Alzheimer's Support Group & Book Club
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
The Alzheimer's Association Support Group and Book Club will meet for one hour every first Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. at our Romeoville Branch. A new book will be given out and discussed over a 2-3 month period, depending on the topic. Tina Williams, White Oak Library Outreach Services, will moderate the group.

White Oak Library presents Under the Stars Reading Night
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
It's time to read with us Under the Stars! We'll be telling stories as we sit around an indoors campfire plus you'll also have the opportunity to sit in our Star Lab for a memorable read under the stars experience. All families are welcome! Click here to register.

White Oak Library presents "Got Beer?" Oktoberfest Edition
Thursday, October 5, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for some good cheer, or Gemütlichkeit! Learn about the annual German festival, Oktoberfest, as well as the style of seasonal beer that accompanies it. This event will be led by Michael Pezan who has a background as a professionally certified brewer and Master Judge--the highest ranking kind. For this installment of our "Got Beer?" program, we will taste a variety of German Oktoberfest beers. Registration is required. Attendees must be 21 years or older. IDs will be checked at the door.

White Oak Library presents Tween Craft Night
Thursday, October 5, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
We’re going to be making special craft projects you’ll want to take home and display. Relax and get in touch with your creative side. For grades 4th-5th. Register here.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, October 6, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway 
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents DIY Handmade Journal
Saturday, October 7, 2023
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Create your very own journal from upcycled and found materials, such as old books, magazines, and scraps from the craft room. Your journal can be used as a journal, or even as an art piece. It's a fun and creative process that anyone can do, from beginning to expert crafters. Participants are encouraged to bring their own paper scraps, fabric, and other odds and ends they might want to use to add personality to their journals, though all necessary materials and instruction will be provided. Registration is required. Space is limited so please inform of us of anticipated cancellations as far in advance as possible, preferably 48 hours. 

Romeoville Chamber of Commerce Young Professional's Club - Trivia Nights
Saturday, October 7, 2023
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Iron & Glass Taproom, 632 S. Weber Rd.
For ages 21-39. Appetizers donated by Advantage Chevrolet Bolingbrook. Cash bar. RSVP to info@romeovillechamber.org

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Bonfire Tales
Saturday, October 7, 2023
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free!
Age: All ages.
October is the perfect time to hang out by the fire and listen to a storyteller spin spooky and fun tales inspired by the people who called Illinois Country home. Enjoy tasty treats, listen for local wildlife and look to the skies for more stories. Walk around the island for an optional night hike. Don’t forget to bring a camp chair or blanket to sit on. Outdoor activities will take place on paved paths and natural surfaces across 1 mile of uneven terrain. Registration required by Thursday, Oct. 5: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, October 8, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Whoose Bones?: An Owl Pellet Dig
Sunday, October 8, 2023
2:00-3:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free!
Age: Ages 6 or older. (Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.)
Hoot, hoot! What owl is outside your window? Learn all about the different owls that call Will County home and discover their amazing adaptations that make them incredible birds of prey. Then pull out your lab coat as we turn Isle a la Cache into a forensic lab to dissect your very own owl pellet to take home. (Lab coat not provided!) Isle a la Cache Museum is an accessible facility.

BLOOD DRIVE 
Monday, October 9, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 
Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Rd.    
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, October 9, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, October 9, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Steam Experiment
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for our STEAM EXPERIMENT SERIES where we make new discoveries with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics! This program is for children grades 1st-6th. To register, click here.

White Oak Library presents Noir in a Bar: "The Pale Blue Eye" by Louis Bayard
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
7:00-8:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for our an off site "Noir in a Bar" book discussion! This event will take place at Iron&Glass Taproom & Bottleshop, located at 632 S. Weber Rd in Romeoville, IL. Participants are invited to gather beginning at 6:30pm for a social half hour before our 7pm book discussion. Drinks are optional if participants wish to make an Iron and Glass beer or wine purchase. Participants may BYOF and/or there are nearby eateries to order food from (ask staff for suggestions). Library staff will provide an appetizer. Our October read is "The Pale Blue Eye" by Louis Bayard. When a brutal murder occurs on the grounds of West Point, retired NYPD detective Gus Landor, now living in the Hudson Valley, is enlisted to solve the case, recruiting the assistance of an eccentric young cadet named Edgar Allan Poe to help him uncover the clues to the case and to find the culprit." (Baker & Taylor) Copies of this book will be available one month prior to the discussion and can be picked up at the Romeoville Branch Library's Adult Services Desk and will be due back one week after the book discussion date. Registration is required. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

Opportunity Matters Workshop - Theme: College Readiness
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Romeoville Athetic & Events Center, 55 Phelps Ave.

White Oak Library presents Teen Escape Room: Five Nights at Freddy's
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Come on down to "Freddy Fazbear's Pizza" and hangout with Freddy Fazbear. We promise you are in for a real good time. No murder at all, but be sure to check the fine print. This escape room is for grades 7-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Teen Escape Room: Five Nights at Freddy's
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
7:00-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Come on down to "Freddy Fazbear's Pizza" and hangout with Freddy Fazbear. We promise you are in for a real good time. No murder at all, but be sure to check the fine print. This escape room is for grades 7-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Computer Class: Internet Security
Thursday, October 12, 2023
1:00-2:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Did you know that October is Cybersecurity Awareness month? Join us for a timely class on how to keep your accounts and information safe when using the internet. We will cover concepts such as creating and storing passwords, multifactor authentication, using public networks safely, general data privacy tips, and more. Basic computer skills and the ability to use the internet are prerequisites. Registration is required.

White Oak Library presents Kid's Baking Bonanza
Thursday, October 12, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Make delicious creations with Miss Michelle! Follow along with her recipes as she gives great advice & instructions to budding bakers! This month we will be making Halloween Bat Truffles! Ingredients we will be using:

• Frosting
• Cupcakes
• Chocolate
• Oreos
• Candy eyes

Register here.

White Oak Library presents Adult & Teen Craft: Gilded Insect Faux Taxidermy
Thursday, October 12, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Get ready to line your hallway with creepy gilded insect critters using faux taxidermy methods. Don't worry no real animals will be harmed in the process and you won't need to call an exterminator when you're done! This event is for adults, and teens grade 7-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Scrabble Club
Friday, October 13, 2023
1:00-3:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Please join us for Scrabble Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy some classic wordplay. All skill levels are welcome. The library will provide Scrabble boards and dictionaries. Registration is required to ensure there are a minimum of two players. Click here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, October 15, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, October 16, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, October 16, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

White Oak Library presents Duffy Hudson as Harry Houdini!
Monday, October 16, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for a unique experience as master impressionist, Duffy Hudson, brings the iconic magician Harry Houdini to life! In this fascinating one-man show The Great Houdini shares his secrets of success, his obsession with magic, the occult and the amazing stunts that drove him to an early grave. Duffy Hudson is an actor, director, writer, teacher and filmmaker who has performed in hundreds of plays both on and off Broadway. Registration is required.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Romeoville Area Chamber of Commerce - Young Professionals Club - Trivia Night
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
5:00-7:00 p.m. 
Iron and Glass Taproom, 632 S. Weber Rd.
For ages 21-39. Appetizers provided by Advantage Chevrolet. Cash Bar.

White Oak Library presents Teen Volunteer Night
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
6:00-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Do you want to have a say in what goes on at the Library? What books, video games, movies, magazines, music CDs, and graphic novels would you like to see added to the collection? What programs would you like to see happening at the Romeoville Branch? Please come and share your ideas, enjoy a snack, and have fun with some planned activities. You'll earn 2 service hours, so bring your sheets to be be signed by staff. This program is for grades 7-12. Registration is required by clicking here.

White Oak Library presents Children's Department Family LEGO Day
Saturday, October 21, 2023
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Bring the whole family for a LEGO creation day in our Children's Department. Register here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, October 22, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, October 23, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, October 23, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Steam Experiment
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for our STEAM EXPERIMENT SERIES where we make new discoveries with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics! This program is for children grades 1st-6th. To register, click here.

White Oak Library presents Hooks, Needles & More: Learn to Crochet
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Bring your creative skills to the table and make a dent in your holiday crafting! Learn how to crochet a scarf - the perfect gift for someone you love for this upcoming winter. Bring one skein of yarn and the crochet hook that is recommended on the skein of yarn packaging. Have questions? We are here to help! Please ask. You are equally welcome to bring your own needlework projects! Enjoy conversation, and learn and share tips with other crafters. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Halloween Haunted House & Trunk or Treat 
Thursday, October 26, 2023
4:30-7:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Visit our Halloween Haunted House and "trunk or treat" for a frightfully good time. Come show off your costumes, play games, and grab some treats. This event is for ALL AGES. Please register. If you wish to support our trunk or treat portion of our event please submit an application. There is no fee to participate. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuOlp0mJHLUHwsEQLNQeqHve9iFEfu4SEnFsP4kPX8RUhEig/viewform?pli=1

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, October 27, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Halloween Party: Singles Over 50
Thursday, October 26, 2023
6:30-9:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
The Dating Over 50 crowd's next big event is an Adult Halloween Party! for singles, ages 50+ on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 6:30-9:00pm at the Romeoville Branch Library (201 Normantown in Romeoville, IL). We'll have Kev Kevin Catchings singing and DJ; and, a costume contest. Join in the Scavenger Hunt fun in the Library where you win raffle tickets for every puzzle solved or activity completed. Scared to date? Come for Speed Dating! Enjoy a Tarot Card reading, a glass or two of wine, some appetizers and prizes! Participate in whichever activities you want to try. It's all FREE! Register here.

O'Hara Woods Volunteer Workday
Saturday, October 28, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
O'Hara Woods Nature Preserve, 524 Belmont Dr.
We plan to continue removing brush from the woodland edge to open the view and improve conditions for our native plants. We would love to see you out there! No prior experience is required. The address to O'Hara Woods is 524 Belmont Dr., Romeoville, and we will be meeting in the parking lot off of Beverly J Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini). If you plan to attend, please bring a water bottle, a pair of work gloves (we will have extra), and dress for the weather. Loppers and all other equipment will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off of Beverly J. Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini)   

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Museum Campus Exploration Day
Saturday, October 28, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free!
Age: All ages
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse? This is your chance to explore the buildings in the campus at Isle a la Cache Museum. Learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. No registration required.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, October 29, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, October 30, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, October 30, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

State Representative Avelar's Traveling Office Hours
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
5:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Constituents of the 85th District are invited to meet with Representative Avelar's staff about any issues or concerns you may have. No appointments are needed.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents 'Stories From Steel' Artifact Exhibit
Fee: Free! Age: All ages.
This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, Nov. 1, to Wednesday, Jan. 31. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. The Joliet Iron Works Historic Site was once a thriving industrial plant producing tons of iron and steel, but today’s visitors need a little imagination to visualize the space in its heyday. While we can’t rebuild the original blast furnaces, we can use artifacts to understand the site. But we wonder: If these objects could talk, what tales would they tell us? In “Stories From Steel,” a new exhibit showcasing Joliet Iron Works archival objects, the artifacts take over the narrative to share their stories. This exhibit was developed by museum staff, with the support of The Nature Foundation of Will County. No registration required.

White Oak Library presents Tween Craft Night
Thursday, November 2, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
We’re going to be making special craft projects you’ll want to take home and display. Relax and get in touch with your creative side. For grades 4th-5th. Register here.

White Oak Library presents Artist Spotlight: Gratitude Journaling with Ruth Hong
Saturday, November 4, 2023
2:00-3:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for this month's "Artist Spotlight" workshop, a series that the library is hosting in partnership with Romeoville Art Society. Ruth Hong of the Romeoville Art Society will address the process of her artwork and the therapeutic value of creating. Participants are invited to do some gratitude journaling after the presentation. Instruction and supplies will be provided. Ruth Hong works in mixed media mostly on paper. She loves using prismacolors and recently enjoys exploring sharpies. Creating art is one of the few activities (along with being in nature) that allows her to appreciate the present. A lot of Ruth's current work addresses self-compassion and she hopes to continue the conversation surrounding the healing capabilities of art. This is open to artists and aspiring artists of all ages!

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, November 5, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, November 6, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, November 6, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Alzheimer's Support Group & Book Club
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
The Alzheimer's Association Support Group and Book Club will meet for one hour every first Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. at our Romeoville Branch. A new book will be given out and discussed over a 2-3 month period, depending on the topic. Tina Williams, White Oak Library Outreach Services, will moderate the group.

White Oak Library presents Steam Experiment
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for our STEAM EXPERIMENT SERIES where we make new discoveries with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics! This program is for children grades 1st-6th. To register, click here.

White Oak Library presents Kid's Baking Bonanza
Thursday, November 9, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Make delicious creations with Miss Michelle! Follow along with her recipes as she gives great advice & instructions to budding bakers! Register here.

White Oak Library presents Seasonal Pies, Tarts and Crisps with Chef Susan Maddox
Thursday, November 9, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Age Group(s): Adults, Teens
Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate how to prepare pies, tarts, and crisps. She'll provide useful tips for honing your knife skills, expert advise on making the best crusts and toppings for the upcoming holidays, and delicious samples! 

White Oak Library presents Teen Art Club: Fingerpainting
Thursday, November 9, 2023
7:00-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Let's head back to simpler times when you painted with your fingers. We will get messy so be prepared for it and dress appropriately. This event is for grades 7-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Scrabble Club
Friday, November 10, 2023
1:00-3:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Please join us for Scrabble Club! New members are encouraged to join. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, come enjoy some classic wordplay. All skill levels are welcome. The library will provide Scrabble boards and dictionaries. Registration is required to ensure there are a minimum of two players. Click here.

Angelic Kindness 3rd Annual Betting on Kindness Event
Friday, November 10, 2023
6:00-10:00 p.m.
Bolingbrook Golf Course, 2001 Rodeo Dr., Bolingbrook

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, November 12, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Living History Encounter: 18th-century Weaponry
Sunday, November 12, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Hear history go BOOM as you learn about weaponry of the 18th century. Alexander Hamilton’s artillery group will lead live demonstrations of various weapons, including muskets and a cannon. This is a drop-in program; visit anytime between noon and 3 p.m. No registration required.

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, November 13, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, November 13, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

White Oak Library presents Adult Craft: Twine Table Centerpiece
Monday, November 13, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Leave room at the table for food, family and friends and make a small, but special, fall themed centerpiece for your table. Registration is required.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents The Spirited Book Club: "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 
6:30-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us at the Romeoville Branch Library on the second Tuesday evening of each month for a lively book discussion, beer/wine and other beverages and snacks. This book will be available one month prior to the discussion and can be picked up at the Romeoville Branch Library's Adult Services Desk and will be due back one week after the book club date.Registration is required. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

White Oak Library presents Loteria
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
5:30-6:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for a night of family fun where we play Lotería! Fun for the whole family with chances to win prizes! Click here to register.

White Oak Library presents Teen Volunteer Night
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
6:00-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Do you want to have a say in what goes on at the Library? What books, video games, movies, magazines, music CDs, and graphic novels would you like to see added to the collection? What programs would you like to see happening at the Romeoville Branch? Please come and share your ideas, enjoy a snack, and have fun with some planned activities. You'll earn 2 service hours, so bring your sheets to be be signed by staff. This program is for grades 7-12. Registration is required by clicking here.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Crafting a la Cache: Tote Bags
Thursday, November 16, 2023
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: 10+
We tote-ally love reusable items! That’s why during this program participants will decorate their own reusable tote bag using the outdoors as inspiration. We will be stamping, stenciling and painting totes using nature and nature-themed supplies. All materials will be provided. Registration required by Tuesday, Nov. 14: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

White Oak Library presents Computer Class: Google Suite
Friday, November 17, 2023
2:00-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for an overview of the various tools that are available with a free Google account. Staff will demonstrate and discuss the basics of Google's email, calendar, cloud storage, forms, and other offerings. Registrants who have an existing Google account and bring their correct login information have the option to follow along using a computer in the lab. Whether or not you have a Google account, you are welcome to attend, listen and learn! Registration is required.

O'Hara Woods Volunteer Workday
Saturday, November 18, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
O'Hara Woods Nature Preserve, 524 Belmont Dr.
We plan to continue removing brush from the woodland edge to open the view and improve conditions for our native plants. We would love to see you out there! No prior experience is required. The address to O'Hara Woods is 524 Belmont Dr., Romeoville, and we will be meeting in the parking lot off of Beverly J Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini). If you plan to attend, please bring a water bottle, a pair of work gloves (we will have extra), and dress for the weather. Loppers and all other equipment will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off of Beverly J. Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini)   

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Native Games
Saturday, November 18, 2023
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Ages 5-12
Try your hand a some of the fun games Potawatomi and other indigenous children played in 18th-century Illinois Country and create a little game to take home for later. Registration required by Thursday, Nov. 16: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

White Oak Library presents National Novel Writing Month: All Writers Welcome!
Saturday, November 18, 2023
10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Learn what NaNoWriMo is about, participate in writing sprints, get some writing tips and tricks from staff and other participants, and learn about the next steps to getting your book published! Writers of any experience level are welcome! If you plan to participate in the writing sprints, bring your laptop, tablet, or notebook. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Teen Tasters: Survival Food!
Saturday, November 18, 2023
3:00.-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
No hunting, foraging or scavenging required! We will provide a variety of fun and tasty foods for you to sample and you can decide which you'd be able to survive on. This event is for grade 7-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Children's Department Family LEGO Day
Saturday, November 18, 2023
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Bring the whole family for a LEGO creation day in our Children's Department. Register here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, November 19, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, November 20, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway  
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, November 20, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

White Oak Library presents The Beatles: Their History in One Hour
Monday, November 20, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Thanks to a treasure chest of memorable songs and an uncanny ability to chart fresh musical direction with each new album, The Beatles remain one of the world’s most popular and iconic bands. With performance and interview clips we’ll trace the arc of the Beatles career from their development in Liverpool, through Beatlemania, into their psychedelic phase and finally their dissolution. Join presenter, Gary Wenstrup, for what is sure to be a splendid evening! Registration is required. 

BLOOD DRIVE
Monday, November 20, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Rd.    
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Steam Experiment
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us for our STEAM EXPERIMENT SERIES where we make new discoveries with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics! This program is for children grades 1st-6th. To register, click here.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, November 24, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Museum Campus Exploration Day
Saturday, November 25, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: All ages
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the American Indian longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. No registration required.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, November 26, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, November 27, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, November 27, 2023
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

White Oak Library presents Teen Escape Room: Hunger Games
Monday, November 27, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Come to the Capital and try to save the Victors as an attack takes place from within. This event is intended for teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Teen Escape Room: Hunger Games
Monday, November 27, 2023
7:00-8:00 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Come to the Capital and try to save the Victors as an attack takes place from within. This event is intended for teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

State Representative Avelar's Traveling Office Hours
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
5:00-7:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Constituents of the 85th District are invited to meet with Representative Avelar's staff about any issues or concerns you may have. No appointments are needed.

White Oak Library presents Hooks, Needles & More: With a Side of Cocoa
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
6:30-8:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Bring along your needlework, or craft project, and take time out from this bustling holiday season with some hot cocoa and conversation. Registration is required. 

White Oak Library presents Doodle Hour: 3D Pens
Wedneday, November 29, 2023
4:30-5:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Build your art with 3D Pens! Let your creativity take over or use our templates to make something incredible! Grades 3-6. Parents must be present. Register here.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Hoot Hike Campfire
Friday, December 1, 2023
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: All ages
Discover whoooo makes Will County home! Learn about owls and their unique adaptations. Get tips on what to look and listen for while owling and then go on a hike in search of our feathered friends. Afterwards, warm up around a fire with hot chocolate and marshmallows while listening to an owl story or two. Registration required by Wednesday, Nov. 29: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, December 3, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, December 4, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, December 4, 2023 
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isla a la Cache Museum presents WonderKids: Who Lives in a Tree
Thursday, December 7, 2023
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: All ages
Calling all families with preschoolers! Join us for a hands-on program designed for your little one. This program is geared toward children ages 2 to 5 and is complete with tons of facts, singing, story time, table activities and crafts. Registration required by Tuesday, Dec. 5: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

Isla a la Cache Museum presents Armchair Historians: Joliet Iron Works
Thursday, December 7, 2023
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: 16+
Which city carried the nickname “City of Steel and Stone”? Joliet’s once-thriving industrial plant rivaled Pittsburgh’s steel power. Through pictures and even a couple of artifacts, an interpretive naturalist will share the fascinating stories of the men and machines that worked at Joliet Iron Works Historic Site. Discover the grounds from the comfort of a chair at Isle a la Cache Museum, then explore “Stories From Steel,” the temporary Joliet Iron Works exhibit created by museum staff. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration required by Tuesday, Dec. 5: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, December 8, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Rd.    
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isla a la Cache Museum presents Kids’ Corner Crafts
Saturday, December 9, 2023
10:00 a.m.-Noon
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: all ages
We’re going to craft like yesteryear! Kids and kids at heart will have the opportunity to add to our paper chain decoration, make two different crafts and challenge each other to clothespin bowling, all based on the “Kiddy Korner” section of Wireco Life, the Joliet Iron Works company magazine from the 1950s. After crafting, view the exhibit “Stories From Steel” on display at the museum. This is a drop-in program; visit any time between 10 a.m. and noon. No registration required.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, December 10, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, December 11, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, December 11, 2023 
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Opportunity Matters Workshop - Theme: Accountability
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Romeoville Athetic & Events Center, 55 Phelps Ave.

O'Hara Woods Volunteer Workday
Saturday, December 16, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
O'Hara Woods Nature Preserve, 524 Belmont Dr.
We plan to continue removing brush from the woodland edge to open the view and improve conditions for our native plants. We would love to see you out there! No prior experience is required. The address to O'Hara Woods is 524 Belmont Dr., Romeoville, and we will be meeting in the parking lot off of Beverly J Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini). If you plan to attend, please bring a water bottle, a pair of work gloves (we will have extra), and dress for the weather. Loppers and all other equipment will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off of Beverly J. Griffin Dr. (to the southwest of Lake Strini)   

Isla a la Cache Museum presents Campfire, Carols and Chestnuts
Saturday, December 16, 2023
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: all ages
Enjoy the festive season like they would have back in the day by a cozy campfire with friends and family. Enjoy hot cider or hot chocolate and try your hand at roasting chestnuts. Stroll around the island for an optional starlit hike or hang back by the fire, where caroling will take place. Registration required by Thursday, Dec. 14: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, December 17, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Monday, December 18, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

White Oak Library presents Freestyle Arts and Crafts
Monday, December 18, 2023 
4:30-5:15 p.m. 
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Show off your amazing art skills with our freestyle arts & crafts! This self-directed craft program is the perfect time to make your own masterpiece.

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isla a la Cache Museum presents Solstice Celebration
Thursday, December 21, 2023
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: all ages
Chase away the dark and cold with a blazing bonfire celebration at Isle a la Cache! Cozy up around the flames with hot cider while listening to the ancients’ stories of the loss and rebirth of the sun. Discover how they partied, feasted and honored their way through the season. Learn how science explains the solstice today, which is no less extraordinary than the tales of old. Stick around to chat, enjoying the warmth of the fire and the brisk winter nighttime sky or an optional short hike around the island. Registration required by Tuesday, Dec. 19: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, December 22, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, December 24, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
11:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Museum Campus Exploration Day
Thursday, December 28, 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: all ages
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the American Indian longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. Additionally, put yourself in the shoes of a voyageur and test your navigational skills with our compass challenge. Compasses will be provided. No registration required.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents Quest: A Joliet and Marquette Adventure for Families
Thursday, December 28, 2023
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Fee: Free! Age: 10+
Strap up for a grand adventure — from the safety of Isle a la Cache Museum! In 1673, Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet set out for a voyage by canoe that took them thousands of miles into the heart of North America. They faced challenges from weather, illness, unknown peoples and even river monsters. What choices would you make in their shoes? Whether you’re a solo traveler or you bring a canoe full, come out for this fun, choose-your-own-adventure, trivia-style game to see who comes out on top. Light refreshments will be served. Registration required by Wednesday, Dec. 27: 815-722-9301 or by clicking here.

BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, December 29, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

PLATELET DONATION
Sunday, December 31, 2023
7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
American Red Cross, 1293 Windham Parkway
There is an urgent need for blood & platelet donations. Make an appointment to donate before spots fill up! If you are healthy, feeling well and eligible to give blood or platelets, please make an appointment to donate as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to www.RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).