This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Reaching for the Stars Winter Challenge All Day 1/4 - 1/31 Adult & Teen Services Desk at Main Branch Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Winter Reading Program Age Group: Teens, Adults Reaching for the Stars is a winter reading program designed for teens and adults with disabilities who love books and movies. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 4 - 31 2026 Reaching for the Stars Winter Challenge All Day 1/4–1/31 Teens, Adults Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Winter Reading Program Event Details: Reaching for the Stars is a winter reading program designed for teens and adults with disabilities who love books and movies.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Review to Win All Day 1/4 - 1/31 Adult & Teen Services Desk at Main Branch Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Winter Reading Program Age Group: Teens, Adults Read, listen to or watch a book, audiobook, graphic novel, album, movie or TV show then submit a review to be entered into the prize drawing. Submit more reviews for more chances to win! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 4 - 31 2026 Review to Win All Day 1/4–1/31 Teens, Adults Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Winter Reading Program Event Details: Read, listen to or watch a book, audiobook, graphic novel, album, movie or TV show then submit a review to be entered into the prize drawing. Submit more reviews for more chances to win!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Biography Bunch: Making Light Bloom: Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Lamps by Sandra Nickel Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Storytime Room at Main Branch Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids Ages 6-10. Join us for a story and a fun activity as we embark on a journey of discovery to uncover the lives of some of the most fascinating people in history. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Biography Bunch: Making Light Bloom: Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Lamps by Sandra Nickel 4:30pm–5:15pm Kids, School-Age Kids Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Ages 6-10. Join us for a story and a fun activity as we embark on a journey of discovery to uncover the lives of some of the most fascinating people in history.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dry and Delicious: Botanical Mocktail Workshop Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room AB at Main Branch Program Type: Cooking & Food, Education & Skills, Special Presenters & Performers, Winter Reading Program Age Group: Adults Curious about Dry January and ready to give it a try? Interested in creating fun non-alcoholic drinks? Ready to craft your own little “vacation in a glass” using botanicals and herbs you can easily access or even grow yourself? Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Dry and Delicious: Botanical Mocktail Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Waitlist Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking & Food, Education & Skills, Special Presenters & Performers, Winter Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Curious about Dry January and ready to give it a try? Interested in creating fun non-alcoholic drinks? Ready to craft your own little “vacation in a glass” using botanicals and herbs you can easily access or even grow yourself?
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Vision Board Bash Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm The Studio at Main Branch Program Type: Crafts & Making Age Group: Teens, Adults Kick off the new year with creativity and intention! Join us for a fun and inspiring Vision Board Bash. We will have canvases, magazines, stickers, and more supplies. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Vision Board Bash 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Full Library Branch: Main Branch Room: The Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Making Registration Required Event Details: Kick off the new year with creativity and intention! Join us for a fun and inspiring Vision Board Bash. We will have canvases, magazines, stickers, and more supplies.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writers, We (Community Group) Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm Conference Room at Main Branch Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Community Group, Non-Library Group Age Group: Adults Join local writers to discuss and workshop your writing. The group welcomes those new to the art as well as those with experience. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Writers, We (Community Group) 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Community Group, Non-Library Group Event Details: Join local writers to discuss and workshop your writing. The group welcomes those new to the art as well as those with experience.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Chess Club for Kids Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A at Main Branch Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Chess Club for Kids 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Full Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.
This event is in the "Seniors" group Senior Coffee Breaks: Road Scholars Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room AB at Main Branch Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment, Winter Reading Program Age Group: Seniors Take your mid-morning break at the library with discussion, socializing, and, of course, plenty of coffee! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Senior Coffee Breaks: Road Scholars 10:30am–12:30pm Seniors Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment, Winter Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Take your mid-morning break at the library with discussion, socializing, and, of course, plenty of coffee!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Kids Code Club: Stack 'em Smurfs Game Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm The Studio at Main Branch Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids 2nd-5th grade. Join Mr. Eric for a fun introduction to block coding! Each month we will focus on a new challenge and provide step-by-step instructions for an exciting coding experience! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Kids Code Club: Stack 'em Smurfs Game 5:00pm–5:45pm Kids, School-Age Kids Waitlist Library Branch: Main Branch Room: The Studio Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Event Details: 2nd-5th grade. Join Mr. Eric for a fun introduction to block coding! Each month we will focus on a new challenge and provide step-by-step instructions for an exciting coding experience!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Beginners' Crocheting with Rachael: Kids (7-12 years) Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Studio at Main Branch Program Type: Crafts & Making Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids Want to learn how to crochet? Join Rachael as she teaches you the basics of crocheting! If you’ve never picked up a crochet hook, this is the perfect class for you. All materials will be provided. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Beginners' Crocheting with Rachael: Kids (7-12 years) 6:00pm–7:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids Waitlist Library Branch: Main Branch Room: The Studio Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids Program Type: Crafts & Making Registration Required Event Details: Want to learn how to crochet? Join Rachael as she teaches you the basics of crocheting! If you’ve never picked up a crochet hook, this is the perfect class for you. All materials will be provided.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Trivia at Beggars Pizza Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Outreach Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: Teens, Adults Looking for something to do on a Thursday night? Look no more! Join us for a brain-busting evening at Beggars Pizza in New Lenox (650 Maple St., New Lenox, IL). Form a powerhouse team or play by yourself for prizes! Closed View Details Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Trivia at Beggars Pizza 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Closed Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Looking for something to do on a Thursday night? Look no more! Join us for a brain-busting evening at Beggars Pizza in New Lenox (650 Maple St., New Lenox, IL). Form a powerhouse team or play by yourself for prizes!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mobile Blood Drive Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Main Branch Program Type: Non-Library Group, Outreach, Special Event Age Group: Teens, Adults There's a blood shortage—donate! Blood donations will be in the mobile Versiti bus parked in the Library's parking lot. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Cancelled Mobile Blood Drive 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, Adults Library Branch: Main Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Non-Library Group, Outreach, Special Event Event Details: There's a blood shortage—donate! Blood donations will be in the mobile Versiti bus parked in the Library's parking lot.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Homeschool Hangout Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room AB at Main Branch Program Type: Community Group, Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens Ages 5-12. Get to know other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more! Siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards school-age children.&nbs Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Homeschool Hangout 10:30am–11:30am Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Community Group, Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Ages 5-12. Get to know other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more! Siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards school-age children.&nbs
This event is in the "Teens" group Link Up @ the Library Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Teen Scene at Main Branch Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: Teens Take a break from your studies to meet up with other teens at the library! This open social hour is for any homeschool drop-ins and public school friends alike! Stay for the hour, chat, study together or take some time to read a good book. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Link Up @ the Library 10:30am–11:30am Teens Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Teen Scene Age Group: Teens Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment Event Details: Take a break from your studies to meet up with other teens at the library! This open social hour is for any homeschool drop-ins and public school friends alike! Stay for the hour, chat, study together or take some time to read a good book.
This event is in the "Kids" group Stuffie Pet Clinic Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room AB at Main Branch Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event Age Group: Kids Ages 2-10. Is your stuffed animal ready for a check-up? Bring your favorite plush friend to the Stuffie Clinic! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Stuffie Pet Clinic 1:00pm–3:00pm Kids Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Kids Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event Registration Required Event Details: Ages 2-10. Is your stuffed animal ready for a check-up? Bring your favorite plush friend to the Stuffie Clinic!
This event is in the "Kids" group Stuffie Sleepover Drop Off Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Main Branch Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event Age Group: Kids Ages 2-10. Drop off your favorite stuffie for a night of adventure in the library! Stuffies will enjoy a tea party, storytime, dance party, and more! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Stuffie Sleepover Drop Off 1:00pm–4:00pm Kids Open Library Branch: Main Branch Age Group: Kids Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event Registration Required Event Details: Ages 2-10. Drop off your favorite stuffie for a night of adventure in the library! Stuffies will enjoy a tea party, storytime, dance party, and more!
This event is in the "Adults" group Microsoft Excel for Beginners Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room B at Main Branch Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career, Special Presenters & Performers Age Group: Adults Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program, learn the basics of Excel and how to navigate its many features. We will use it to create reports that need calculations and charts. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Microsoft Excel for Beginners 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career, Special Presenters & Performers Registration Required Event Details: Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program, learn the basics of Excel and how to navigate its many features. We will use it to create reports that need calculations and charts.
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group D&D Kids Club Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A at Main Branch Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: School-Age Kids 3rd-7th grade. Make friends and get creative at this three week Dungeons and Dragons campaign perfect for beginner and experienced players alike. Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Jan 12 2026 Mon D&D Kids Club 6:30pm–7:30pm School-Age Kids Closed Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: School-Age Kids Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: 3rd-7th grade. Make friends and get creative at this three week Dungeons and Dragons campaign perfect for beginner and experienced players alike.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Tween Craft & Create: Personalized Door Hangers Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm The Studio at Main Branch Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making Age Group: Kids, Tweens 4th-8th grade. Join Ms. Kyra in The Studio to craft and create using the Silhouette Cameo, sublimation printer, heat press, and more! All supplies will be provided. THEME: Personalized Door Hangers Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Tween Craft & Create: Personalized Door Hangers 4:30pm–5:15pm Kids, Tweens Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: The Studio Age Group: Kids, Tweens Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making Registration Required Event Details: 4th-8th grade. Join Ms. Kyra in The Studio to craft and create using the Silhouette Cameo, sublimation printer, heat press, and more! All supplies will be provided. THEME: Personalized Door Hangers
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tranquil Tuesdays Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room AB at Main Branch Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment, Winter Reading Program Age Group: Adults, Seniors Take some time for yourself at the library! Each Tranquil Tuesday will feature a variety of mindfulness and relaxation activities. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Tranquil Tuesdays 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Open Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment, Winter Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Take some time for yourself at the library! Each Tranquil Tuesday will feature a variety of mindfulness and relaxation activities.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Kindness Club: Hug Monsters Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm Storytime Room at Main Branch Program Type: Crafts & Making Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY: Hug Monsters Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Kindness Club: Hug Monsters 5:00pm–5:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Waitlist Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Program Type: Crafts & Making Registration Required Event Details: Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY: Hug Monsters
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Laser Cutting with xTools: Bucket List Map Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm The Studio at Main Branch Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making Age Group: Teens, Adults Learn different projects you can create using the laser cutter. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Laser Cutting with xTools: Bucket List Map 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Library Branch: Main Branch Room: The Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making Registration Required Event Details: Learn different projects you can create using the laser cutter.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Chess Club for Kids Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A at Main Branch Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Chess Club for Kids 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Full Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.
This event is in the "Adults" group Fiction Book Club (Community Group) Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Conference Room at Main Branch Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Community Group, Non-Library Group Age Group: Adults This member-run book club meets the second Wednesday of every month and reads a variety of titles, both fiction and non-fiction. Come discuss, share and enjoy the experience of reading with a group! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Fiction Book Club (Community Group) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Community Group, Non-Library Group Event Details: This member-run book club meets the second Wednesday of every month and reads a variety of titles, both fiction and non-fiction. Come discuss, share and enjoy the experience of reading with a group!