Karen Nall, executive director of United Way of Grundy County, said she “looks forward to our continued partnership and this unique opportunity for years to come.”

In this brand Books & Cooks Book Club, participants will read some great books and bring in recipes and treats to share that were inspired by the reading that month.

Tom Wadsworth loves history. So much so that the Dixon native is the go-to guy for anyone who wants to know more about the city’s beginnings, how it grew since its founding, the people who bolstered its success, the places that stand out, and the backstories of it all.

The Plano Public Library presents its upcoming schedule of programs - from children through adults - for January and February .

The Education Committee at the Windmill Cultural Center on Jan. 28 will feature Pat Pessman introducing the audience to the book she has written, “The Saga of the Lilac Bush - an American Pioneer Narrative”.

Celebration on Jan. 22 recognizes that Parton's Imagination Library has provided more than 20,000 books to 5,500 Will County children.

At a special book signing in Geneva Saturday, local children's author Ron Keres is sharing the inspiration behind his latest picture book in the “Finn the Frog” series.

The first half hour of the sale each day will be for Friends of the Library members only.

Books range from bestsellers, lesser known titles and books by independent authors, alongside "bookish gifts."

The Plano Public Library has announced its upcoming January programming for families and adults.

The public is invited to attend a book signing and speaking event by local author Thomas Nance of Prophetstown.

Storytime is a 30-minute drop-in program each Thursday evening designed for families with preschool through early elementary-aged kids.

The Improv Workshop with Stephen Osborne is back by popular demand at Dixon Stage Left.

This is the third year United Way of Grundy County is participating in the Herald Angels campaign.

Author Josh Binder’s newest title in the growing Mighty Maddie series – “Mighty Maddie’s Christmas Adventure” – is an inspiring, heart-warming holiday story celebrating courage, kindness and the unique magic that individuals with Down Syndrome bring into the world.

The 150-page book contains over 50 of his best Dixon history articles published in the Dixon Telegraph and the Sterling Gazette since 2023.

Here’s a list of activities taking place at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library in Prophetstown in November.

The book program features award-winning and popular titles recognized by the American Library Association’s Youth Media Awards, including Newbery, Caldecott and Pura Belpré selections.

The third annual book fair features authors from across the northern Illinois area offering books on mystery, romance, children, history, young adult and more.

Get ready to put on your rhinestones and boots! United Way of Lee County is hosting the Downtown Dolly Stampede on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025.

Dixon Stage Left announces an improv workshop with Stephen Osborne. It's a 6-week course that will meet from 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays from Nov. 4 through Dec. 16 at 105 S. Peoria Ave. in Dixon.

In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, author and Sterling High School alumnus Josh Binder has released two new children’s books in his “Mighty Maddie” series – “Mighty Maddie’s Big Game” and “Mighty Maddie’s Big Dance Show.”

A new exhibition opening Oct. 18 at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville celebrates 100 years of children’s book illustration.

The program will provide free, high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to children from birth through age 5, mailed directly to their homes at no cost to families.

Mark your calendar now for the Joliet Public Library fall book sale. Expect to find hardcovers, paperbacks, audiobooks, movies, and music.

Odell Library’s annual Book and Bake Sale will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 1, 2025, at Odell Public Library.

The United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties is expanding the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program into all Kankakee County school districts.

Oregon School District teachers received checks from the Mt. Morris Community Library Foundation on Sept. 15, 2025, that will get new books to first graders every month.

Anyone living within the La Grange School District 105 boundaries is now eligible for a free La Grange Public Library card under the Cards for Kids Act.

Friends of the Mokena Public Library will hold its fall book sale this weekend. The first 30 minutes each day are exclusive to Friends of the Library members.

The shop is seeking gently used books for all ages to help build its cafe library, according to Jitters.

Yorkville Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Aviation historian John L. Hoh Jr. takes readers back to the bold beginnings of passenger flight with “Pioneers of Prophet Among the Clouds”.

The The First Lutheran Church of Plano event is open to the public and will allow residents to safely destroy sensitive documents to help prevent identity theft and fraud.

A variety of adult and children’s books—both hardcover and paperback—as well DVDs, Blu-rays, puzzles, and audiobooks will be available at the Friends of the Yorkville Library's annual sale.

The Will County coffee scene is varied as it is plentiful. Many venues offer a wide variety of other beverages, full meals and a full calendar of entertainment.

The Elmhurst Public Library will host its eighth annual Local Author Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 23.

Author Melanie Holmes will highlight notable people, places and experiences across the state of Illinois at her Yorkville Library presentation.

As the summer winds down and families prepare for the new school year, the Joliet Public Library remains a steady and welcoming space.

This Yorkville Library program was designed as a way to help struggling readers by having them read to dogs.

Geneva children’s book author and creator of the popular Finn the Frog series, Ron Keres, will host a book signing for his newest title, “This Book Is Viral!” Saturday, Aug. 2.

Attendees will be able to read and discuss “Everything I Never Told You” by Celeste Ng.

Will County children are now eligible to enroll in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which will provide them free books each month until the age of five.

Plano Library will host free community programs for kids and adults this summer. Summer Reading Program is underway.

Books on First will host a special book-signing event with George John Beier, author of “Baked Fine Since ’69,” on Saturday, July 12, at Books on First, 209 W. First St., Dixon.

A Dixon man has written a book about the long-lasting impact of childhood bullying and the quiet strength it takes to survive it.

Megan Millen, Joliet Public Library executive director, said the renovation of the 20-year-old Black Road branch was part of the library’s strategic planning process, as was the renovation of the Ottawa Street branch.

Psychological Thriller Book Club meets Wednesday evenings at the Yorkville Public Library. This new book club focuses on psychological thrillers, mysteries and suspenseful stories.

Lunch Bunch meets at noon Wednesday, July 9 at the Yorkville Public Library.

Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon is joined by Three Rivers Public Library District in holding a walking book club.