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Sample of "Spring Chickens" project. Three canvas featuring chickens painted on striped backgrounds using pastel spring colors.

Morning Masterpieces: Spring Chickens

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Let’s paint! Come enjoy a relaxed morning of creativity as we create an art piece with step by step instructions and provided materials.

In this session: "Spring Chickens"

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s paint! Come enjoy a relaxed morning of creativity as we create an art piece with step by step instructions and provided materials.

In this session: "Spring Chickens"

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Hearts & Crafts

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Café

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Books, Authors & Writing, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Wrap up and reflect on National Poetry Month with a poetry café. Read your favorite poem, share an original work, or just come and listen!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wrap up and reflect on National Poetry Month with a poetry café. Read your favorite poem, share an original work, or just come and listen!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Stack of anthologies written by New Lenox Writers Group

Writers, We (Community Group)

Wednesday, April 29, 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.

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

I-PASS Assist Info Table

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Branch
Program Type:
Non-Library Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The I-PASS team will be at the library to share information about the I-PASS Assist program for Illinois Tollway users. This program offers drivers the chance to have their Tollway fees and fines waived.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Non-Library Group
Event Details:

The I-PASS team will be at the library to share information about the I-PASS Assist program for Illinois Tollway users. This program offers drivers the chance to have their Tollway fees and fines waived.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
An image of a wooden block in the shape of paper with a wooden block in the shape of a pencil. There is a stack of sticky notes in the middle with the phrase, "Best Teacher Ever!"

Laser Cutting with xTools: Teacher Sticky Note Holder

Monday, May 4, 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
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Interview Tactics

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you up to date on interview etiquette? Learn the tips and tricks on successful interviewing to gain confidence and land your dream job.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career
Event Details:

Are you up to date on interview etiquette? Learn the tips and tricks on successful interviewing to gain confidence and land your dream job.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Before You Call the HVAC Contractor

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Education & Skills
Age Group:
Adults

Dan Findley returns with a new series breaking home maintenance into easy-to-follow sessions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dan Findley returns with a new series breaking home maintenance into easy-to-follow sessions.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Stack of anthologies written by New Lenox Writers Group

Writers, We (Community Group)

Wednesday, May 6, 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.

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knit Happens!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, weaving, looming and other fiber arts projects for a social evening with other adults. Don't have anything in the works?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, weaving, looming and other fiber arts projects for a social evening with other adults. Don't have anything in the works?

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Blood Drive

Friday, May 8, 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.

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Student D&D: Escape Hadar's Hunger One Shot

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

“Welcome, traveler, to the Crooked Hearth Tavern! You've probably been here before.. a multidimensional checkpoint to quickly move between realms. Wait, don't open that door! You'll be transported to-!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

“Welcome, traveler, to the Crooked Hearth Tavern! You've probably been here before.. a multidimensional checkpoint to quickly move between realms. Wait, don't open that door! You'll be transported to-!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
An image of vinyl in the shape of a mason jar with the text "Keep Blooming". There are multi-colored paper flowers glued at the top of the wooden sign.

Crafting with the Cricut: Paper Flower Boquet Sign

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Let's use the Cricut Maker 3 to make paper, vinyl, or heat transfer projects. This month, we will be making Paper Flower Bouquet Signs on wood plaques. All materials will be provided. 1 sign per patron. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's use the Cricut Maker 3 to make paper, vinyl, or heat transfer projects. This month, we will be making Paper Flower Bouquet Signs on wood plaques. All materials will be provided. 1 sign per patron. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Using AI Wisely: Tips for Everyday Decisions

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Artificial intelligence shows up in everything from driving directions to image filters—but how do you know when it’s actually useful, and when it might lead you astray?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artificial intelligence shows up in everything from driving directions to image filters—but how do you know when it’s actually useful, and when it might lead you astray?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiction Book Club (Community Group)

Wednesday, May 13, 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!

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Trivia Question Marks on Aqua Background

Trivia at Beggars Pizza

Thursday, May 14, 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!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Singer Songwriter Concert with Dave Rudolf

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Presenters & Performers
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults, Seniors

If you want to sing out, sing out with us at the Library! Come enjoy this concert and even sing along to your favorite tunes from premier songwriters of the 60s and 70s.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Presenters & Performers
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you want to sing out, sing out with us at the Library! Come enjoy this concert and even sing along to your favorite tunes from premier songwriters of the 60s and 70s.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

“Udderly” Adorable Highland Cow Take & Make Craft

05/18/2026 @ 4:00pm to 05/22/2026 @ 4:00pm
Adult & Teen Services Desk at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

You will literally have a COW over this month's Take & Make. Pick up your kit to decorate the cutest Highland Cow Craft. You will be working with corrugated cardboard cutting out shapes, arranging them on a background and gluing them down.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

You will literally have a COW over this month's Take & Make. Pick up your kit to decorate the cutest Highland Cow Craft. You will be working with corrugated cardboard cutting out shapes, arranging them on a background and gluing them down.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sewing with Rachael: Kleenex Keeper

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Want to learn how to sew? Join Rachael as she teaches a different project each month, helping you gain a variety of sewing skills with a machine or by hand. We recommend learning on your own sewing machine.

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn how to sew? Join Rachael as she teaches a different project each month, helping you gain a variety of sewing skills with a machine or by hand. We recommend learning on your own sewing machine.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Community Group
Age Group:
Adults

Join our long-running book club as they discuss a different mystery each month! Stop at the Patron Services desk to pick up a copy of the book at any time. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Group
Event Details:

Join our long-running book club as they discuss a different mystery each month! Stop at the Patron Services desk to pick up a copy of the book at any time. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Before You Call the Electrician

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Education & Skills
Age Group:
Adults

Dan Findley returns with a new series breaking home maintenance into easy-to-follow sessions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dan Findley returns with a new series breaking home maintenance into easy-to-follow sessions.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Business Book Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Community Group, Job & Career
Age Group:
Adults

Business book club meets at the New Lenox Library the third Wednesday of every month from 9:30am-11am.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Group, Job & Career
Event Details:

Business book club meets at the New Lenox Library the third Wednesday of every month from 9:30am-11am.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
An example of awkward art with a sunset background and buttons in the shape of flowers.

Awkward Art

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Let's create something weird! In this program, you will be given a prompt and have to use various materials to create a piece of art.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's create something weird! In this program, you will be given a prompt and have to use various materials to create a piece of art.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Stack of anthologies written by New Lenox Writers Group

Writers, We (Community Group)

Wednesday, May 20, 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.

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.