These library programs have been made possible through a partnership between the White Oak Library District 
and the Village of Romeoville.

1619: The Journey of a People, A Musical

Wednesday, February 4, 2026
7:00-8:30 p.m.

On August 20, 1619, 20 enslaved Africans arrived in Jamestown, Virginia. The 400-year plus journey that followed would change a nation and the world. 1619: The Journey of a People is a dynamic theatrical (song, music, and stories) experience featuring playwright, professor, and performer Ted Williams III, and a small, but brilliant cast.

This show packs generations of history into an abridged performance. 1619: The Journey of a People commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and critically analyzes the American journey towards freedom and equality. From the beginning of American slavery to the Reconstruction, the Great Migration, the Civil Rights Era, and modern movements for justice, Williams uses history to explain modern America.  

Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 7:00pm.

All Hail the Queen: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin 
w/the McNary Experience

Thursday, February 26, 2026
7:00-8:30 p.m.

For one special night only, the Queen of Soul comes to Romeoville in this lively and passionate concert tribute to Aretha Franklin. The McNary Experience, a Chicagoland band led by classically trained vocalist Qiana McNary who have traversed genres from old-school jazz to funk and soul, will now take on the beloved repertoire of the legendary Aretha Franklin, playing iconic hits like "Natural Woman," "R-E-S-P-E-C-T," and more! 

Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 7:00pm.