Name: Diwali Celebration
Start: 2026-11-05T16:30:00-06:00
Location: White Oak Library District: Romeoville Branch

White Oak Library District: Romeoville Branch

Join us as we celebrate Diwali at the library! There will be fun activities for all who attend, a delicious snack, music, and games! <a href="https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/diwali-celebration-placeholder-79048" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please Register</a>

Local Event: Diwali Celebration

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Romeoville

Illinois

Diwali Celebration

Join us as we celebrate Diwali at the library! There will be fun activities for all who attend, a delicious snack, music, and...

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Take part in this theatrical, educational, and highly entertaining storytelling adventure with Warren Brown as Mark Twain and with songs and tunes by musician and songwriter Mark Dvorak.
Warren Brown has spent over thirty years researching the life and work of Mark Twain and portraying him in spoken-word performances across the country. Folk musician and songwriter Mark Dvorak provides the sound track to Brown’s performance with old-time banjo tunes, period songs, and audience participation.
This nationally recognized theatrical storytelling program promotes an appreciation for humanity, education, and literacy. An uproariously authentic characterization of Mark Twain’s stories and lecture series with a first-person, Chautauqua-style audience question and answer session included. Warren Brown, a Mark Twain scholar, “bridges the lessons of history with the demands of contemporary living” in the spirit of America’s greatest humorist.<a href="https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/catch-twain-77903" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please Register</a>

Local Event: "Catch the Twain: The Musical" with Warren Brown and Mark Dvorak

"Catch the Twain: The Musical" with Warren...

Take part in this theatrical, educational, and highly entertaining storytelling adventure with Warren Brown as Mark Twain and...

"Catch the Twain: The Musical" with Warren Brown and Mark Dvorak

In January 1942, twelve American navy nurses stationed at a makeshift hospital, were taken as prisoners under the Empire of Japan. Despite being prisoners, the nurses maintained rank and provided nursing care to thousands of inmates, providing care and compassion to wounded soldiers and prisoners. As World War II raged on, food rations dwindled and mass starvation began, yet the twelve nurses continued to provide care. By the time of their liberation, all had their own health problems and each weighed less than 100 pounds. All twelve came home. Travel back in time with local journalist and author Dr. Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi to learn about these incredible women, and the inspiring&nbsp;impact they had on their fellow inmates.
This library program has been made possible through a partnership between the White Oak Library District and the Village of Romeoville.<a href="https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/inspiring-true-story-twelve-navy-nurse-pows-wwii" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please Register</a>

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In January 1942, twelve American navy nurses stationed at a makeshift hospital, were taken as prisoners under the Empire of...

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One hundred years ago, Route 66 was born. The famous federal highway was commissioned in 1926 and stretched 2,400 miles, connecting Chicago to California. Over the next century, millions of people traveled that ribbon of highway. Route 66 witnessed depression, war, boom times, and decline. The experiences it offered were as diverse and complicated as America itself.&nbsp;
This presentation explores the history of Route 66 and the experiences of everyday people who lived, worked, and traveled along the Mother Road during its heyday. It is informed by a collection of 100 oral histories recently compiled by the Illinois State Museum. Attendees will hear in travelers’ own words what it was like to eat, sleep, and drive Route 66 “back in the day.” They will learn about discrimination faced by Black travelers on Route 66 and the strategies they employed to ensure safety and dignity while traveling. And they will learn about the differences in road travel in the mid-20th century vs. today.&nbsp;<a href="https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/getting-your-kicks-route-66-tales-mother-road-illinois-presenter-erika-holst-77211" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please Register</a>

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"Getting Your Kicks on Route 66: Tales from the...

One hundred years ago, Route 66 was born. The famous federal highway was commissioned in 1926 and stretched 2,400 miles,...

"Getting Your Kicks on Route 66: Tales from the Mother Road in Illinois" with Presenter Erika Holst

Lockport Vfw Auxiliary

Support local veterans while browsing unique handmade goods from crafters and makers at this community-focused event. Enjoy a bake sale, exciting raffles, prizes, and a 50/50 raffle while you shop for something for everyone. Admission is free, and food and drinks will be available on-site.

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On Saturday, November 21, 2026, the Romeoville area churches will be collecting items such as canned foods, pasta mixes, cereals, coffee, tea, peanut butter, jelly, baby diapers or adult pads, paper products, and monetary gifts or gift cards. These donations will be distributed to seven local area food pantries. Please be sure the items are NOT OUTDATED, as the pantries are not allowed to accept expired items.<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/26954894/20261017/034557/screenshot-8___17154556974.jpg" id="Screenshot (8).png" data-image="Screenshot (8).png"></figure>

Local Event: 33rd Annual Harvest Saturday Food Drive

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On Saturday, November 21, 2026, the Romeoville area churches will be collecting items such as canned foods, pasta mixes,...

Calling all master puzzlers! Join us for a timed puzzle tournament and a chance to win a prize! Teams of 4 will compete to see who can finish their 500 piece puzzle first. Each team works on an identical puzzle. Those not registering as part of a team will be formed into teams by staff, for the tournament. Ready? Set? Go! Register Today!<a href="https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/jigsaw-puzzle-tournament-500" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please Register</a>

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Calling all master puzzlers! Join us for a timed puzzle tournament and a chance to win a prize! Teams of 4 will compete to see...

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