White Oak Library presents Facebook for Seniors, Part 1
Tuesday, April 2, 2019, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.

In the first part of this free, two part series you will learn how to create an account, upload and change your profile picture and cover photo, how to send, accept and deny friend requests, how to post, comment on, edit and like statuses. You will also learn the difference between your timeline and your newsfeed. NOTE: You will need your email address and your password if you wish to create a new Facebook account. You should be comfortable using a PC, including using the mouse and keyboard to get the most out of this class. We will be working on Windows PCs and doing activities together throughout the class. Class is limited to 12 registered participants. For more information, call (815) 552-4230 or contact: dbroz@whiteoaklibrary.org. To register, click here.

White Oak Library presents a Financial Planning Workshop
Saturday, April 6, 2019, Noon to 2:00 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Heartland Institute of Financial Education (HIFE) is presenting a financial planning workshop where we'll cover the basic financial concepts such as budgeting and savings.
For more information, contact: jorgette.montilla@hife-usa.org or call (630) 335-2008.
To register, click here.

American Legion Post 52 is hosting a "Poker Event"
Saturday, April 6, 2019, Doors open at 1:30 p.m. 
Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center, 55 Phelps Ave.

All day poker action. Tournaments and cash tables. Age 18+ to play. Real cash paid.
Tournaments: 2:00 p.m. - $20.00; 3:00 p.m. WSOP - $100.00; 6:00 p.m. - $80.00
Cash tables open at 4:00 p.m.; Blackjack tournament at 9:00 p.m. 

For full event schedule, click here.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents "Composting 101"
Saturday, April 6, 2019, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
A zero-waste life might not be a reality for you yet, but composting household scraps can certainly help! Learn the basics of how to set up a compost bin at home and the different options available. As an added bonus, dig into information about the hardest worker of the compost bin: the worm. Free. Open to participants ages 12 and older. Registration required by Thursday, April 4 by calling (815) 886-1467 or by clicking here.

St. Andrew the Apostle School BINGO Night
Saturday, April 6, 2019, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
St. Andrew Parish & School, 505 Kingston Dr.

Doors open at 5 p.m. First round of games: 5:30 p.m. Second round at 6:45 p.m. Increased payouts. Free chance to win a door prize!

Rotary Club of Romeoville Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, April 7, 2019, 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Lockport American Legion, 15052 S. Archer Ave., Lockport
Join the Rotary Club of Romeoville for a pancake breakfast, 50/50 raffle, basket raffle, and photos with the Easter Bunny! Breakfast consists of eggs, sausage, bacon, taters, their famous biscuits & gravy, and all the pancakes you can eat! Bring your own camera for Easter Bunny photos. Proceeds benefit scholarships and local service projects. For tickets, contact romeovillerotary@gmail.com. 

Isle a la Cache Museum "Living History Demonstration"
Sunday, April 7, 2019, Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Experience local history up close and personal. On these Sundays, you may find cooks, seamstresses, voyageurs, soldiers or craftsmen sharing their talents. The Isle a la Cache Brigade is a volunteer group of re-enactors presenting a sample of the 18th-century fur trading life. No registration required.

Romeoville Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon 
Tuesday, April 9, 2019, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Mistwood Golf Club, 1700 W. Renwick Rd.
For our April chamber lunch, we'll welcome Dee Reinhardt of Time 2 Mrkt. She will be digging into LinkedIn, sharing her Top 5 Tips, critiquing a page, and doing Q&A with the audience. This will be for those who already have a basic understanding of LinkedIn. We will also have a photographer on site to take a nice head shot you can use on your profile! 
Members: $25, Non-members: $35. Register by clicking here or by calling the chamber office at (815) 886-2076. Please register by Wednesday, April 3. 

White Oak Library presents Facebook for Seniors, Part 2
Tuesday, April 9, 2019, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
In the second part of this two part series, you will learn how to upload pictures, create albums, like and follow pages, use the Facebook chat and message system, how to set your security and privacy settings, and how to block someone. You should also be comfortable using a PC, including using the mouse and keyboard. We will be working on Windows PCs and doing activities together throughout the class. These classes are free to attend, and limited to 12 registered participants. For more information call (815) 552-4230 or contact: dbroz@whiteoaklibrary.org. To register, click here.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents "Busy Beaver's Craft Club"
Saturday, April 20, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Ages 12 or younger, join us for a FREE “Busy Beavers Craft Club.” In April, create an exotic bird mask. No registration required.

Isle a la Cache Museum presents "Incredible Eggs"
Saturday, April 20, 2019, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.

’Tis the season to be thinking about eggs and what these little beauties have to offer. Learn to identify different reptile and bird species by their eggs and nests. Try an egg-y experiment! Walk through Isle a la Cache preserve to find evidence of our egg-laying friends. This free program is open for ages 10 or older. Registration is required by Thursday, April 18 by calling (815) 886-1467 or by clicking here. 

Romeoville Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Wednesday, April 24, 2019, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Romeovile Art Society, 174 S. Highpoint Drive
Business After Hours is our free monthly gathering that introduces new business relationships and renews existing bonds. Enjoy some wine and cheese with your networking! To register, click here.

Romeoville Art Society Monthly Meeting
Thursday, April 25, 2019, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Creative Arts Center at Highpoint, 174 S. Highpoint Dr., Room 109
For more information, contact Info@romeovilleartsociety.org or call (224) 216-2447.

White Oak Library presents "Dating Over 50 Program - Have Fun, Be Safe"
Friday, April 26, 2019, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
White Oak Library, 201 W. Normantown Rd.
Join us monthly for an evening of dating tips and conversation on the last Friday of each month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. After, we’ll go out as a group. Dating, at any age, can be daunting. Maybe you'll meet your next date at our event! Enjoy a night of conversation and games. Must be at least 50 years old to attend. Bring a friend. To register, click here.

Isle a la Cache Museum's "Owl Pellet Dissection"
Tuesday, April 30, 2019, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Rd.
Owl pellets are a visual representation of the food chain in action. Join a naturalist to investigate the connections between owls and their environment. This free program involves a short presentation about owls and the chance to dissect a pellet yourself. Who knows what you will find? All tools and pellets will be provided. Program open for ages 10 and older. Registration required by Sunday, April 28 by calling (815) 886-1467 or by clicking here.

Romeoville Art Society Monthly Community Poetry & Image Competition: 
May Theme is Walls - Enter through April 30, 2019
How to enter:

• One poem and/or Image entry per person per month.
• Images include photography or a photo/scan of your original painting. drawing, sculpture or hand made art. Be Creative!
• E-Mail your poetry or image entries by the due date to: Info@romeovilleartsociety.org - Include the Title or the Piece, Your Name and Contact info.
• Upload options for image files: JPEG file format ONLY and file size may not exceed 5 MB. Winner(s) determined by public popular vote.

Each month’s entrants’ and voter’s names are entered for a chance to win a monthly prize from local businesses and sponsors Make sure to VOTE each month for your favorite image and poem for a chance to win monthly prizes! Voting box is located at the Romeoville Branch White Oak Library District, 201 W. Normantown Rd., Romeoville, IL 60446. For more information, call (224) 216-2447.

American Legion Post 52 "Queen of Hearts" Raffle
Every Wednesday, Ticket sales 4:30 p.m.to 6:50 p.m., Drawing at 7:00 p.m.
Lost Acre Lounge, 7 Alexander Circle
Tickets 6 for $5.00.
 
The Lockport Township Park District Classes & Trips
A variety of classes are offered for children, adults and seniors, including swimming, dance, child development and much more! Also check out the trip opportunities we offer. For more info. visit www.lockportpark.org or call (815) 838-3621, ext. 0.

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