Featured Events

Maker Day: Custom Candles with The Candle Vault

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

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

Ignite your senses! Join Alex, the owner of The Candle Vault, as she gives a demonstration and instructs you how to make your own candle. Materials and supplies will be provided. 

Maker Day: Building Miniature Bookcases with Cathy

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

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

Learn how to create a miniature book case from every day and purchased materials. This case measures 3 x 5 inches and is complete with library ladder, painting, face out books and more.  



 

Maker Day: Ceramic Painting with Ceramic Creations

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

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

Paint a ceramic piece with an instructor using a guided step-by-step process.

Maker Day: Illustration for Kids with Renee Galvin

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

Kids, School-Age Kids, Teens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read, Imagine, Create. Join Renee Galvin, the author of Paper Jam, as she teaches you how to draw one of her characters and how she creates a story. 

Maker Day: DIY Aprons with Cathy

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

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

Learn how to create an apron from a men’s shirt using guided steps with an instructor.

This is in partnership with Maker Day 2026.

Jackson Pollock Painting with The Studio

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Branch

Program Type:

Crafts & Making

Age Group:

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

Come create a Jackson Pollock-style painting in The Studio. We provide the canvas and the paint, you provide the creativity!

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Knit Happens!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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?

Play-Doh Playtime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & Making
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!

Play-Doh Playtime: Master Molders

10:15am–10:45am
Kids, Toddlers
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.

CANCELLED Tween Afterhours: Glow-in-the-Dark Putt Putt

4:30pm–6:00pm
Tweens
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Crafts & Making, Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12. When the library closes, the fun begins! Join us each month for a special afterhours program just for tweens.

Maker Day: Custom Candles with The Candle Vault

10:30am–11:00am
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ignite your senses! Join Alex, the owner of The Candle Vault, as she gives a demonstration and instructs you how to make your own candle. Materials and supplies will be provided. 

Maker Day: Building Miniature Bookcases with Cathy

11:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create a miniature book case from every day and purchased materials. This case measures 3 x 5 inches and is complete with library ladder, painting, face out books and more.  



 

Maker Day: Ceramic Painting with Ceramic Creations

11:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint a ceramic piece with an instructor using a guided step-by-step process.

Maker Day: DIY Aprons with Cathy

12:30pm–1:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create an apron from a men’s shirt using guided steps with an instructor.

This is in partnership with Maker Day 2026.

Maker Day: Illustration for Kids with Renee Galvin

12:30pm–1:00pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read, Imagine, Create. Join Renee Galvin, the author of Paper Jam, as she teaches you how to draw one of her characters and how she creates a story. 

Jackson Pollock Painting with The Studio

1:00pm–1:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come create a Jackson Pollock-style painting in The Studio. We provide the canvas and the paint, you provide the creativity!

On Our Own

10:30am–11:00am
PreK
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6. Sing along with songs, listen to fun stories, then wrap it all up with a hands-on art project. Caregivers may sign-in participants and stay within the youth department during the duration of the program.

 

Phone Basics with Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your smartphones and apps. Please register for a 30-minute time slot in advance to receive one-on-one assistance.

Phone Basics with Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your smartphones and apps. Please register for a 30-minute time slot in advance to receive one-on-one assistance.

Art Club: Spring Blossoms

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, 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: Spring Blossoms

 

Phone Basics with Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to better navigate your smartphones and apps. Please register for a 30-minute time slot in advance to receive one-on-one assistance.

Sewing with Rachael: Basic Nine Patch Quilt Blocks

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
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.

D&D Kids Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
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.

New Lenox Public Library District Board Meeting

7:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Board Room

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months-23 months with caregiver.  This sweet storytime is filled with books, songs, rhymes, and bubbles! Siblings are welcome

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
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. 

Before You Call the Drywaller or Painter

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
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.

Pajama Time

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft. No children younger than 3 years, please.

Music Makers

9:00am–9:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

Music Makers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.