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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
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This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
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Merry Grinchmas!

1:00pm–3:30pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Movies, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Don't be a Grinch! Throw on your favorite holiday jammies, grab a snack, and cuddle up with a cozy blanket while watching "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"!

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

Building Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/25
Closing
Branches:
Main Branch
Description:

The library building is closed for Christmas, but our online collection is always available!

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

CANCELED: Cooking With Kyra: Melted Snowman Bark

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 4-10. Hear a story and follow along with Ms. Kyra's video to make a simple snack. THEME: Melted Snowman Bark

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "School-Age 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

Beginners' Crocheting with Rachael: All Ages (Rescheduled from 12/11)

6:00pm–7:30pm
All Ages, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
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. 

Building Closed for New Year's

All Day 12/31–1/1
Closing
Branches:
Main Branch
Description:

The library building is closed for New Year's celebrations, but our online collection is always available!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Social, Games & Entertainment, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Introducing a now quarterly activity book designed just for adults! Features puzzles, reading recommendations, recipes, games, and more all in large print.

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
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
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

Cardboard Creations

12:30pm–3:30pm
Kids
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Special Event
Event Details:

Ages 2 & up.  Join us for a hands-on, drop-in, eco-friendly program where imagination meets sustainability!

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

D&D Kids Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
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 "School-Age Kids" group
Registration Required
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

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
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

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
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)

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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

10:30am–12:30pm
Seniors
Open
Registration Required
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

5:00pm–5:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
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)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Open
Registration Required
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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Blood Drive

10:00am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Cancelled
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

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

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

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
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!