Fountaindale Public Library District
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Tuesday June 11 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime at the Museum
Spark your childâs imagination with stories, songs and other fun activities. Storytime is geared towards preschoolers but great for all ages. After storytime, you can browse through the exhibits.
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Tuesday June 11 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Tuesday June 11 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Bookmobile Visit: Tinker Tuesdays
Tibbott's Tinker Tuesday students can visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Tuesday June 11 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Tuesday June 11 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Library Express Van Community Stop: The Levy Center
Visit Outreach staff inside The Levy to check out books, movies and more. Get a new library card, renew your account or return your borrowed materials.
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Tuesday June 11 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Beaconridge South
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, return your borrowed materials and to pick up your holds.
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Tuesday June 11 4:15pm - 6:15pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 1 volunteer. (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday June 11 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Paint & Sip
Pinkies up! Decorate your own fancy glass, then stay for refreshments and a show! (Grades 3â5)
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Tuesday June 11 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Community Stop
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Tuesday June 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Safety Pin Bead Badges
Use your creativity to create fun beaded safety pin badges that are perfect for your backpack! (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday June 11 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Sensory Storytime
Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)
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Tuesday June 11 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
ShortHaus Cinema
Explore and discuss the style, techniques and themes of a filmmaking auteur and their body of work in short films. This month, we're discussing Charlotte Wells.
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Wednesday June 12 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Wednesday June 12 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Bookmobile Stop: IKEA
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Wednesday June 12 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
English Conversation Group with Literacy DuPage
Join us through Zoom for a conversation group to practice English. New English learners can call Literacy DuPage at 331.472.7160 to learn more about one one-on-one English tutoring.
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Wednesday June 12 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday June 12 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Amazing Adventures at Annerino
Join Super Stolie in a bilingual show celebrating the influences of Hispanic culture through music and dance.
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Wednesday June 12 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
DIY Pollinator & Mini Herb Garden
Learn how growing herbs can support our local pollinators and add extra flavor to your meals. Then, weâll make mini-herb gardens you can decorate and take home. (Grades 6â12)
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Wednesday June 12 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Story Sleuths Book Club
Discover new stories and unlock secret patterns after reading a surprise book randomly chosen by YOU! (Grades 3â5)
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Wednesday June 12 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday June 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Genealogy Club
Learn more about prison records with Steven Wright, curator at the Joliet Area Historical Museum and Old Joliet Prison Historic Site.
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Wednesday June 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Photo Editing Tips in Lightroom Classic
Learn simple and helpful tasks to improve your photo editing in Lightroom Classic.
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Thursday June 13 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Thursday June 13 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Thursday June 13 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday June 13 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Home Downsizing Workshop
Ease the burden of selling your home and navigate the challenges of downsizing effortlessly with local real estate experts Mark and Wendy Pawlak while you enjoy a complimentary lunch.
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Thursday June 13 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Visit: YMCA Summer Camp
Summer camp students can visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Thursday June 13 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Community Stop
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Thursday June 13 5:45pm - 7:15pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 2 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 13 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Sock Hop!
Itâs time to rock around the jukebox! Bring your dancing shoes and best clothes as we twist and jive the night away! This event is meant for children and their families to participate together.
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Thursday June 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Do you love to cast Magic Missile at the darkness? Do you dream about engaging dragons in combat? Join us for an impromptu two-hour game of "D&D" in the Vortex! (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 13 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Photography Club
Join this club for all levels of photographers to learn, share and discuss photography.
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Thursday June 13 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Friday June 14 10:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Visit Your Local Parks
Take a trip to your local park to ride on the trackless train and climb the climbing wall provided by the Bolingbrook Park District.
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Friday June 14 1:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 2 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Friday June 14 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Happy Little Paintings
Enjoy some happy little painting time! Learn techniques from an iconic artist, then make your own painting to take home. (Grades Kâ5)
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Friday June 14 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Anime Afternoon
Come hang out in the Vortex while we watch anime, talk about manga and enjoy Japanese snacks! (Grades 6â12)
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Saturday June 15 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Saturday June 15 12:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Juneteenth Celebration
Visit the Bookmobile at Bolingbrookâs 10th Annual Juneteenth Celebration to sign up for Summer Adventure, check out library materials and grab a fun giveaway, while supplies last.
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Saturday June 15 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Volunteer your time by preparing crafts and materials for programs, assisting in organizing and/or cleaning program supplies, photocopying, cutting paper and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Sunday June 16 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)
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Monday June 17 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Monday June 17 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Monday June 17 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Learn How to Dungeon Master
Interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Want to create and run fantasy adventures for your friends? Come learn the ins and outs of what it takes to become a successful Dungeon Master. (Grades 6â12)
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Monday June 17 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Library Express Van Stop: McKenzie Falls Townhomes
Visit the Library Express Van to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Monday June 17 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: RiverStone Apartments
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Monday June 17 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Curiosity Club
Hang out with us in this fun and interactive book club, where we bring books to life through hands-on activities! (Grades 3â5)
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Monday June 17 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Monday June 17 7:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Cuentos en Español
Acompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.
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Tuesday June 18 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Chick-fil-A Storytime
Enjoy preschool stories, puppet plays and songs.
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Tuesday June 18 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Bookmobile Visit: Tinker Tuesdays
Tibbott's Tinker Tuesday students can visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Tuesday June 18 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Coffee and Conversation Book Club
Looking for something to wake you up in the morning? Join us for a stimulating morning book discussion on the third Tuesday of the month.
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Tuesday June 18 1:45pm - 3:15pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 2 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday June 18 2:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Versiti Blood Centers Blood Drive
Saving lives takes courage! The Versiti Blood Center of Illinois mobile coach will be on-site to accept blood donations. Donors must be at least 17 years of age. Registration in advance is prefered.
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Tuesday June 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Moroccan Print Making
Explore the different art forms of the Ottoman Empire and Northern Africa, then make your own Moroccan-inspired work of art. (Grades Kâ5)
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Tuesday June 18 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Rockin' Jewelry
Join the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art for a special DIY jewelry-making class where youâll make three pieces of jewelry out of stone. (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday June 18 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: RiverStone Apartments South
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Tuesday June 18 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Community Stop
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Tuesday June 18 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Open Mic Night
Need a night out? Enjoy an evening of entertainment by exciting local performers. Musicians and poets, drop in to put on a show. (Ages 18 and older)
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Tuesday June 18 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Estate Planning for Families
Learn about the benefits of estate planning, the pitfalls of lacking one and the steps to preparing one. Presented by Michelle Gonzalez of Bolingbrook Promenade Estate Planning.
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Tuesday June 18 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Sensory Storytime
Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)
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Wednesday June 19 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Wednesday June 19 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
English Conversation Group with Literacy DuPage
Join us through Zoom for a conversation group to practice English. New English learners can call Literacy DuPage at 331.472.7160 to learn more about one one-on-one English tutoring.
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Wednesday June 19 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday June 19 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Amazing Adventures at Annerino
Bring your favorite stuffed friend to celebrate winter in the summer!
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Wednesday June 19 1:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 2 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Wednesday June 19 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Juneteenth Cupcakes and Crafts
Celebrate Juneteenth with fun crafts and decorate your own red velvet cupcake. (Grades Kâ5)
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Wednesday June 19 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Learn How to Dungeon Master
Interested in Dungeons & Dragons? Want to create and run fantasy adventures for your friends? Come learn the ins and outs of what it takes to become a successful Dungeon Master. (Grades 6â12)
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Wednesday June 19 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
STEAM Lab
Celebrate the emergence of the cicadas and embellish "Animal Crossing" cicada designs with embroidery and beading. (Grades 6â12)
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Wednesday June 19 5:45pm - 7:45pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 3 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Wednesday June 19 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Show Way Family Mosaic
As a family, create outdoor-safe mosaic squares inspired by quilt patterns that helped lead enslaved freedom seekers to safety. (Grades Kâ5 with an adult)
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Wednesday June 19 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
SCORE Workshop
Join us for our monthly virtual workshop on a variety of business topics. Presented by SCORE of Fox Valley.
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Wednesday June 19 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday June 19 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Patriotic Candle Holders
These easy DIY red, white and blue candle holders are a great project to add some patriotic décor to your Fourth of July!
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Thursday June 20 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Business Lending and More
Learn about the principles of lending for businesses, preparing a loan package, what banks are looking for and what to look for in a lender. Presented by Jennifer Rigual of Bolingbrook Bank & Trust.
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday June 20 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Visit: YMCA Summer Camp
Summer camp students can visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Thursday June 20 1:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 3 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 20 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Keith Haring Life-Sized Art
Use bright colors and doodles to draw yourself into life-sized art in this program highlighting artist Keith Haring. (Grades 3â5)
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Thursday June 20 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Annerino Community Center
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Thursday June 20 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Beggars Pizza
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, video games and more. You can also pick up your holds and return borrowed items.
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Thursday June 20 6:00pm - 6:15pm CDT
Paws to Read for Teens
Read out loud to specially trained, four-legged friends during a 15-minute session! Bring a favorite book or grab something from our selection of graphic novels, picture books and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 20 6:15pm - 6:30pm CDT
Paws to Read for Teens
Read out loud to specially trained, four-legged friends during a 15-minute session! Bring a favorite book or grab something from our selection of graphic novels, picture books and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 20 6:30pm - 6:45pm CDT
Paws to Read for Teens
Read out loud to specially trained, four-legged friends during a 15-minute session! Bring a favorite book or grab something from our selection of graphic novels, picture books and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 20 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday June 20 6:45pm - 7:00pm CDT
Paws to Read for Teens
Read out loud to specially trained, four-legged friends during a 15-minute session! Bring a favorite book or grab something from our selection of graphic novels, picture books and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Fountaindale Public Library District Board Meeting
All library board meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month and are open to the public. Agendas are posted on our website no later than 48 hours before each board meeting.
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Art Through the Eras: Textile Printing
Learn about the art of textile printing and create your own patterned textiles using woodblocks cut with the Carvey CNC Router.
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
History of Filmmaking Techniques
Join us as we explore how major motion pictures started and the techniques that have been developed throughout the years to bring us to todayâs cinematic world.
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Cooking Demo with Chef Maddox
Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate various techniques for preparing great cookout foods that are quick, easy and delicious!
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Friday June 21 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Library Express Van Visit: The Learning Experience
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday June 21 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Library Express Van Visit: KinderCare (Seneca)
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday June 21 10:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Visit Your Local Parks
Take a trip to your local park to ride on the trackless train and climb the climbing wall provided by the Bolingbrook Park District.
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Friday June 21 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Library Express Van Visit: Head Start at Good Shepherd
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday June 21 12:30pm - 1:00pm CDT
Library Express Van Visit: Panda Play School
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday June 21 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Library Express Van Visit: Little Learner Children's Academy
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday June 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Marshmallow Madness
It's marshmallow time! Design your own creations using marshmallows and other fun things. (Grades 3â5)
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Friday June 21 5:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen After Hours: Laser Tag
Join us for a special after-hours event. Play glow-in-the-dark laser tag, video games and more! Permission slips are available beginning May 31 and must be filled out to attend. (Grades 6â12)