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Monday-Thursday: 9am-7pm Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday: 9am-4pm Sunday: Closed

Adult Services

The Adult Services department offers a wide variety of programming intended to give adults of all ages in our community creative and social outlets. We offer several book clubs, opportunities for exercise and wellness education, and groups to socialize with in fun and unique ways. We believe the library has something for everybody, so take a look a the programs we offer – or help us by suggesting new programming.

Illinois Libraries Present

Illinois Libraries Present is a collaboration between several Illinois libraries dedicated to bringing best-selling authors to Illinois library patrons. On October 12th, we are excited to offer An Evening with Jesmyn Ward, a Zoom program with the two-time winner of the National Book Award and best-selling author. Click here to see other upcoming ILP programs.

Upcoming Special Events

Throughout the year, the Yorkville Library brings interesting programs to engage the community and offer new and exciting opportunities to learn, share, and come together. In the coming months we have several interesting classes, fun speakers, and informative presenters.

Other upcoming events include a ukulele concert from Hix Bros. Ukulele band, a presentation on the life of cartoonist Charles Schulz, and a program about the life and career of musician Carole King. Click here to see more of our upcoming special events.

Health & Wellness Series

In addition to our weekly Chair Yoga classes and our Roaming Readers Walking Club, this month we are beginning a new Health & Wellness series, bringing in experts in healthcare, mental health, and nutrition to help inform and guide us to make the best choices for ourselves. The first program in this series is Health & Wellness for Teens and Adults: Self Coaching for Small Changes and Habits presented by Northwestern Medicine. Click here for other upcoming Health & Wellness programs.

Book Clubs

The Yorkville Library offers five adult book clubs to become involved with. Join us any time for invigorating discussion about books in whichever club best suits your needs. Click here to learn more about our adult book clubs.

Our newest clubs are Books & Cooks – a foodie book club – and The Horror Book Club – a group for readers who love spooky and creepy reads.

Creative Programs

From our Threads & More needlework group to Makerspace Tuesdays to The Yorkville Creative Writing Group, the library offers a number of opportunities for members of the community to find their creative outlet, work with other creative minded people, and try out new skills and hobbies.

Click here for more detailed information about upcoming Makerspace Tuesday projects.

Social Programming

The library can be a great place to meet new people and learn new things. These programs are a great way to expand your horizons and enjoy new company.

Computer Classes

Click here for a complete list of the classes offered in the Computer Basics for Seniors series.

If you have an idea or suggestion for a new program book club, please contact Adult Services Director Mike Curtis.

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