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Baby Splash Time

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Babies

Ages 8-20 months with caregiver.  Bring your baby to splish & splash at the library!  We'll have water toys, baby pools, sprinklers, and bubbles for you and Baby to enjoy!  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-20 months with caregiver.  Bring your baby to splish & splash at the library!  We'll have water toys, baby pools, sprinklers, and bubbles for you and Baby to enjoy!  

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group

Baby Splash Time

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Babies

Ages 8-20 months with caregiver.  Bring your baby to splish & splash at the library!  We'll have water toys, baby pools, sprinklers, and bubbles for you and Baby to enjoy!  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-20 months with caregiver.  Bring your baby to splish & splash at the library!  We'll have water toys, baby pools, sprinklers, and bubbles for you and Baby to enjoy!  

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group

Books & Blossoms Storytime

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Nature & the Environment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Little ones will dig into stories and creativity in this nature-themed program!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Nature & the Environment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Little ones will dig into stories and creativity in this nature-themed program!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Little Explorers Storytime

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Outdoor Naturescape at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Nature & the Environment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK, Toddlers

Ages 3-6 with caregiver. Enjoy storytime in the library’s Outdoor Naturescape followed by a nature walk! Bring strollers, water bottle & sunscreen to beat the heat!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Outdoor Naturescape
Age Group: Kids, PreK, Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Nature & the Environment, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-6 with caregiver. Enjoy storytime in the library’s Outdoor Naturescape followed by a nature walk! Bring strollers, water bottle & sunscreen to beat the heat!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Three collages showing a young boy, a dog, and woman with various construction paper and cardstock of different patterns, colors, and textures.

Collage: Self-Portraits (1st-6th Grade)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

col·lage : the art of overlapping pieces of materials, such as photos, paper, or other mixed media, into a desired shape or design on a chosen surface

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

col·lage : the art of overlapping pieces of materials, such as photos, paper, or other mixed media, into a desired shape or design on a chosen surface

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: DIY Dog Toys for Animal Shelter

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
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: DIY Dog Toys for Animal Shelter

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
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: DIY Dog Toys for Animal Shelter

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Three collages showing a young boy, a dog, and woman with various construction paper and cardstock of different patterns, colors, and textures.

Collage: Self-Portraits (Teens & Adults)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

col·lage : the art of overlapping pieces of materials, such as photos, paper, or other mixed media, into a desired shape or design on a chosen surface

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

col·lage : the art of overlapping pieces of materials, such as photos, paper, or other mixed media, into a desired shape or design on a chosen surface

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

Writers, We (Community Group)

Wednesday, July 15, 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Chess Club for Kids

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
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 "School-Age Kids" group

Let's Go Fishin'!

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 8:30am - 9:30am
Commons Circle Drive at Main Branch
Program Type:
Nature & the Environment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
School-Age Kids

Ages 6-12 with a caregiver   (July 9, 16, 23) In this 3-week class, kids will learn to cast, bait, and take fish off the hook. Fishing poles and bait are supplied. Class occurs rain or shine.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Commons Circle Drive
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Nature & the Environment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6-12 with a caregiver   (July 9, 16, 23) In this 3-week class, kids will learn to cast, bait, and take fish off the hook. Fishing poles and bait are supplied. Class occurs rain or shine.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Park Pals

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids

All Ages. We're bringing the library to you this summer!  Join us at Freedom Park for songs, stories, and other summer fun!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

All Ages. We're bringing the library to you this summer!  Join us at Freedom Park for songs, stories, and other summer fun!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Cooks & Books: Tacos

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids

Ages 4-6. Join us for a tasty storytime adventure! Each week, we'll read a fun picture book together and then make a simple snack inspired by the story.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6. Join us for a tasty storytime adventure! Each week, we'll read a fun picture book together and then make a simple snack inspired by the story.

This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Kinder Drawin'

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
School-Age Kids

Ages 5-6. Calling all budding artists! Come listen to a story and follow along to create a fun drawing each month!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-6. Calling all budding artists! Come listen to a story and follow along to create a fun drawing each month!

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

Family Trivia Night

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 6 & up with caregiver. Engage in friendly competition and test your wits with a variety of exciting trivia challenges that span literature, history, science, and more!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 & up with caregiver. Engage in friendly competition and test your wits with a variety of exciting trivia challenges that span literature, history, science, and more!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pop-Up Tattoo Parlor

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Services Desk at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 3-12. Come get "tatted up" at the library!  Stop by the Youth Services Desk to get a fun temporary tattoo in honor of National Tattoo Day!  While supplies last. Limit one tattoo per patron.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Come get "tatted up" at the library!  Stop by the Youth Services Desk to get a fun temporary tattoo in honor of National Tattoo Day!  While supplies last. Limit one tattoo per patron.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Play-Doh Playtime

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers

Ages 1-3 with caregiver. A fun, hands-on experience perfect for the littlest patrons, Play-Doh Playtime is sure to bring out your child's creativity and imagination. Leave the mess to us in this drop-in style program!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-3 with caregiver. A fun, hands-on experience perfect for the littlest patrons, Play-Doh Playtime is sure to bring out your child's creativity and imagination. Leave the mess to us in this drop-in style program!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Play-Doh Playtime: Master Molders

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers

Ages 4-6 with caregiver.  Big kids love Play-Doh, too!  Let your child's creativity shine in this Play-Doh program perfect for those who want to build and create.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6 with caregiver.  Big kids love Play-Doh, too!  Let your child's creativity shine in this Play-Doh program perfect for those who want to build and create.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Summertime Crafternoon

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages Birth-8th grade with caregiver. Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts at the library! Supplies will be provided and adult supervision is required.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

Ages Birth-8th grade with caregiver. Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts at the library! Supplies will be provided and adult supervision is required.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Racin' Worms

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Outdoor Naturescape at Main Branch
Program Type:
Nature & the Environment, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids

Ages 3-12 with caregiver. Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and race at our earthworm race, Racin' Worms!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Outdoor Naturescape
Age Group: Kids, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Nature & the Environment, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-12 with caregiver. Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and race at our earthworm race, Racin' Worms!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids

All Ages.  Stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Ages.  Stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family.  

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group

Growing Readers

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK

Ages 4-6. Grow and learn at this storytime specifically for preschoolers!  Sing along with songs, listen to fun stories, and then wrap it all up with a fun craft! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6. Grow and learn at this storytime specifically for preschoolers!  Sing along with songs, listen to fun stories, and then wrap it all up with a fun craft! 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Art Club: Clay Mosaic Snail

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Video (Pre-Recorded) at Online
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Clay Mosaic Snail

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Clay Mosaic Snail

This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

D&D Kids Club

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafting with the Cricut: Paper Flower Shadow Box

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
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 Shadow Boxes. All materials will be provided. 1 shadow box per patron. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
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 Shadow Boxes. All materials will be provided. 1 shadow box per patron.