The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in March. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us.
•Escape Room Adventure
This Escape Adventure will be available in the month of March. Use the clues to unlock the boxes before the next group comes in, you only have 30 minutes. Contact the Youth Service Department for an appointment time at 630-553-4354 ext 108 or stop in.
•3D Printing (virtual)
Leah English provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to use Tinkercad. Tinkercad is an easy-to-use 3D CAD design tool, where you can create an object that we can print on our 3D printer. Check out the library’s YouTube channel, follow the steps to create your own 3D printed piece. 3D Prints are $.20/gram
Please use this email address to submit creations: YPL3DPrint@gmail.com
•Drop In Story Time (at YPL), Every Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Join us at YPL every Friday at 10:30 a.m. for Drop In Story Time. This story time is held in the children’s area of the library. A volunteer from The Friends of the Library is our special reader.
•Spanish Story Time, Thursday, March 6, 5:30 p.m..
Each month we will have volunteers from the YHS National Spanish Honor Society read books in Spanish to the group. This event is drop in. Please join us for this new program.
•LEGO Kits, March 10-15 (you choose the day and time that is convenient)
Come by the library during open hours the week of March 10. We will provide you a themed container of various LEGOs to use in the library. Using only the bricks provided and your creativity, make your build. Your creation will be added to the LEGO display at the library.
•LEGO Meet Up, Monday, March 10 at 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m..
Join us to make amazing LEGO creations and hang out with others. LEGOs will be provided, you bring the creativity!
•Junior Threads and More, Tuesday, March 11, 1 p.m..
Do you crochet, knit, needlepoint, sew, quilt or like to draw? Come hang out and work on your unfinished projects, show off finished projects, or check out what other people are doing. Great chance to meet new people!
•Toddler Play, Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m..
Caregivers and littles stop by to play at the library and meet new friends. No registration is needed.
•Spanish Story Time (Facebook), Wednesday, March 12 & 26, 1 p.m., on YPL Facebook Page.
Join Señora Katalina on the Yorkville Public Library Facebook page for Story Time in Spanish. This is recorded for your convenience.
•Book Club (grade 1-2), Wednesday, March 12 & 19, 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m..
In this two-session book club, we will read an easy-read chapter book. Please register for both dates on the YPL website.
•Tots & Toddlers, Thursday, March 13, 10:30 a.m..
Join us for songs, stories, and dancing. Your child will receive a take home craft to complete. Please register on the YPL website.
•Artful Beginnings (preschool), Monday, March 17, 10:30 a.m..
Check out this program. We will read a book then create a fun craft project. Please register. Dress for the mess. If you have multiple children, please register each child separately. Thank you.
•Literacy Centers, Tuesday, March 18 – Friday, March 21.
Stop by anytime Tuesday- Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to experience a parent/child guided opportunity for hands-on literacy instruction. Literacy Centers are designed to give children ample opportunity to practice the very important skills of listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
•Mommy and Me Yoga, Tuesday, 18, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m..
Bond with your little one while exploring yoga, based on your favorite children’s books. This class includes simple breathing work, playful yoga poses, songs, games, and story time. Participants will use their imagination while increasing strength, flexibility, and balance. Registration required.
•TEEN: Don’t Forget the Science of Memory, Wednesday, March 19, 6 p.m..
Delve into the different types of memory and discover the intricacies of how we remember and forget. Explore why we can’t always trust our memory and learn helpful tips on how you can improve your memory. William Pack will guide you through this engaging presentation with interactive activities, allowing you to participate in your learning experience.
Whether you’re a student looking to boost your memory for exams, a professional hoping to sharpen your recall skills, or simply curious about how your mind works, this program is perfect for you. Join us on an exciting voyage of discovery as we uncover the mysteries of the human memory.
•Read with Paws, Saturday, March 22, 10:30 a.m..
Children can come to the library, select a book, and read to a furry friend. All therapy dogs and handlers have been certified by an accredited organization. This program was designed originally because children feel less pressure to read to a dog than an adult so it was meant to be a way to help struggling readers or even just encourage reading. It is open to all levels of readers and non-readers. Please register for your 15 minute time slot on the YPL website. Space is limited. If you are unable to attend, please contact the library.
•Crafternoon, Monday, March 24, 1:30 p.m..
Spring break fun! Let’s craft! We will have a variety of craft projects just for you. Register soon, spaces are limited.
•Professional Women Story Time, Tuesday, March 25, 10:30 a.m..
Join us for a FUN and inspiring Story Time with the book “The House That She Built” by Mollie Elkman and Georgia Castellano. The NIHBA Professional Women in Building Council will present this interactive Story Time. We will have color pages and giveaways. Register today for this incredible and empowering event.
•LEGO Movie Meet Up, Tuesday, March 25, 1 p.m..
Spring break LEGO fun! Let’s build and watch. Join us for the LEGO Movie while making amazing creations from LEGOs. LEGOs will be provided.
•4-H Science Explorers, Tuesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m. (ages 6-8) or 5 p.m. (ages 9-12)
Join our Science Explorers for science FUN! Please see website for details and registration.
•Spy Training, Wednesday, March 26, 10 a.m., or, 1:30 p.m..
Have you ever wondered if you had the skills to become a highly trained spy. Take this course and find out. If you pass each of the sessions, you might become a certified spy. Space is limited, complete your registration today. Certification provided by YPL and Agent Ms Jennette.
•Books for BINGO, Thursday, March 27, 1:30 p.m..
Join us for family BINGO. Get a BINGO, get a book! Winning participants will choose a gently used book. Register soon, space is limited. Please add number of attendees in the special note section.
•SPRING FAIRY- Drop In Story Time, Friday, March 28, 10:30 a.m..
Be apart of the magic and listen to books read by a Spring Fairy. Don’t forget your camera to remember this special day.
•Boredom Buster (Board Games), Friday, March 28, 1 p.m..
Drop by to play a variety of card games and board games. Games will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
— Yorkville Public Library