Upcoming Events

Join us and the St. Charles History Museum for a talk that explores the complex and often misunderstood history of the Underground Railroad in northern Illinois, highlighting both documented evidence and enduring local legends. Drawing on ongoing research, the program emphasizes how abolitionists in places like St. Charles quietly aided freedom seekers, even as secrecy has made definitive proof difficult to uncover.Register here.

Join Susan Wilkens from Dancing Cranes Yoga for a relaxing session of CHAIR yoga without getting down on the floor! For ages 14+. No registration required.

A representative from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office will be at the library to assist with unclaimed property.

This summer in the Chill Spot, we invite you to share your thoughts on what you're reading! After you finish a book, magazine, graphic novel, audiobook, or manga—anything you enjoy—participate in our Plant a Review program. Your recommendations can help other teens discover their next favorite story.Whether you love the reading material or have mixed feelings about it, your opinion is important. Once you've finished, stop by the Chill Spot to pick up a flower or leaf. Write down the title, author, and a short recommendation (1 to 3 sentences) or a warning about the story. Turn in your review, and you'll receive a prize for your submission!

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Explore the wonderful world of crochet! This beginner class will focus on tips and techniques to start crochet projects. We will learn chaining (ch) and single crochet (sc). Project will be a miniature hat and crochet scrunchie. Limited to 10 students. Sign up here.

Join us for themed stories, songs, and activities! No signup required Ages 3-5 years (Adult must be in attendance with children under 8 yrs. old.)

Join us for a walk and talk about movies, music, books, and more! Every Thursday at Noon from May 21-August 27. We will meet near the South Entrance of the library. Weather permitting. Will not walk in event of storms, strong winds, or during other weather advisory.

Celebrate heritage, history, and great food! Come to the library for an Emancipation Day celebration. Bring your friends and family.Registration required.

Join certified Zumba instructor LaToya Towns for energizing and fun weekly Zumba classes in-person at the Bellwood Library. For ages 14+.No class on May 2, May 16, June 6, June 13, June 27, & July 4. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay