Yorkville Independence Day Parade – July 4th at 9am!

Parade map and event details available at https://www.yorkville.il.us/567/Independence-Day-Celebration.  Experience an unforgettable Independence Day at the Yorkville Parade! Join us on July 4th at 9:00am for a fantastic event that the whole family will enjoy! Make sure to grab your lawn chairs and blankets and secure the best viewing spot along the parade route. The parade begins at Yorkville High School and ends at Town Square! Stick around at Town Square for fun family activities in the park until noon! We can't wait to see you there! Join the fun! Enter your float, drive your car, or walk in the Yorkville Independence Day Parade! Parade participation is free and open to all. Email recreation@yorkville.il.us for additional details on parade participation. Please contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department directly at recreation@yorkville.il.us with questions about participation in the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration and all other City of Yorkville events.

Family Fun at the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration! July 4th after the parade until Noon at Town Square Park (301 N. Bridge Street)!

Come join the fun at Town Square after the parade! We have a variety of family activities that are sure to keep everyone entertained. Kids can participate in foot races and other exciting games while parents cheer them on. Spend quality time with your loved ones and create lasting memories. Don't miss out on the fun – head on over to Town Square and join in on the excitement! More details about the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration available at https://www.yorkville.il.us/567/Independence-Day-Celebration or contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department directly at recreation@yorkville.il.us

The Friends of the Yorkville Public Library is Raising Dough!

June 20, 2025 - All Day - Panera – 1206 North Bridge Street, Yorkville

20 percent of net sales will be donated to The Friends of the Library! Use Code FUND4U at http://www.panerabread.com, in the Panera App, or at the kiosk in-café. Online orders placed all day at your event café will count toward total sales. Present a physical or digital flyer to your cashier when ordering at the café.

Stories in the Park is Back!

All ages welcome · No registration needed

Looking for a fun and free activity for the family this summer? Look no further than Stories in the Park offered by Yorkville Public Library! Each week, we’ll explore a different park in Yorkville with a new and exciting story. Grab some friends, pack a blanket or picnic …or come and meet some new friends! Explore Yorkville Parks and listen to a Story. This summer's schedule includes: 

• June 18 at 10:30 - Emily Sleezer Park (837 Homestead Drive)

• June 25 at 10:30 - Rice Park (545 Poplar Drive)

• July 9 at 10:30 - Green's Filling Station Park (2763 Autumn Creek Blvd) 

• July 16 at 10:30 - Beecher Park (901 Game Farm Road)

Youth Summer Reading 2025: Level Up at Yorkville Public Library from June 1- July 31.

This summer you will have the chance to "LEVEL UP" five times to gain prizes, coupons, and raffle tickets, just by reading - every 20 minutes you read, color in the appropriate circle, once you've completed 200 minutes get your next game board! Stop by the Youth Service desk to pick up your first reading log to get started. Happy Reading! 

Adult Summer Reading 2025: "Level Up" by reading a few books and by using more and more of what the YPL offers!

Inspired by video games of the past, the Yorkville Public Library is challenging you to "Level Up" your use of the library to learn about all the amazing materials, services, programs, and classes the library provides our wonderful community!

Level One: If you enjoy a simple summer reading program, Level One is for you!  Read six books this summer, between June 1 and July 31, turn in this form to the adult desk and be in the running for a prize.

Level Two: Take your use of the library up a level and check out some of the passive programs, displays, and classes we offer.  Finish Levels One and Two and have double the entries in the prize drawing.

Level Three: Level Up even more by trying out some of the technology and services the library offers.  Finish all three levels for triple entries in the drawing.

REGISTER NOW FOR FALL YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES! 

Registration is open through June 25 for both Fall Soccer and Fall Baseball/Softball Leagues! Hey, Yorkville families! Are you ready for a fantastic fall sports league season? Now is the time to sign your young athlete up for another season of fun or to join us for your young athlete's first season on the fields! Registration is now open for Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department's Fall Soccer and Fall Baseball/Softball Leagues! Whether your child aims to hit home runs or score winning goals, we've got the perfect opportunity for them to shine, to grow as an athlete, to make lifelong friends, and create unforgettable memories! Registration is NOW OPEN through June 25^th. Don't miss out on the fun and the chance to enjoy the great outdoors while learning valuable skills.  Don't get caught on the sidelines this fall! Register today! Please contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department directly at recreation@yorkville.il.us with any questions about youth athletic leagues.

Learn more about Fall Youth Baseball/Softball and register at: https://ilyorkvilleweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&category=athletics&subtype=inhouse&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVWZUd1N1MmxZQlhONnpTWQEe9cPTPSkzOoQbCUT3oFpUP7rp0VIfvpGGxX3FwptegeFq_FAjteiuCpK2Y9g_aem_ziAWWEJ6MY4bysPT1sKIJQ   

Learn more about Fall Youth Soccer and register at: https://ilyorkvilleweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&category=athletics&subtype=soccr&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVWZUd1N1MmxZQlhONnpTWQEearVMh58756LLufWJROMOFcFsqxGpOA94g_bcduJtuG93OcZZn5NDRfrhZsM_aem_V1TcGI_IVb0kFZNlb3F_fQ