This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group This event is in the "PreK" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Merry Grinchmas! 1:00pm–3:30pm Kids, Birth - Pre-K, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group This event is in the "PreK" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Merry Grinchmas! 1:00pm–3:30pm Kids, Birth - Pre-K, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens Waitlist 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 Dec 22 2025 Mon Sewing with Rachael: Christmas Tree Ornaments (Rescheduled from 12/15) 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Sewing with Rachael: Christmas Tree Ornaments (Rescheduled from 12/15) 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Open 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.
Dec 24 - 25 2025 Building Closed for Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 Closing Dec 24 - 25 2025 Closing Building Closed for Christmas All Day 12/24–12/25 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 Dec 25 2025 Thu CANCELED: Cooking With Kyra: Melted Snowman Bark 4:30pm–4:45pm Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "PreK" group This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Dec 25 2025 Thu 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 Dec 29 2025 Mon 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 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 Dec 29 2025 Mon Beginners' Crocheting with Rachael: All Ages (Rescheduled from 12/11) 6:00pm–7:30pm All Ages, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors Open 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.
Dec-Jan 2025 Building Closed for New Year's All Day 12/31–1/1 Closing Dec-Jan 2025 Closing Building Closed for New Year's All Day 12/31–1/1 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 Jan 2 2026 Fri Quarterly Activity Packet: The Leisurely Librarian All Day Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Quarterly Activity Packet: The Leisurely Librarian All Day Adults, Seniors 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 Jan 4 - 31 2026 Reaching for the Stars Winter Challenge All Day 1/4–1/31 Teens, Adults 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 Jan 4 - 31 2026 Review to Win All Day 1/4–1/31 Teens, Adults 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 Jan 5 2026 Mon Cardboard Creations 12:30pm–3:30pm Kids This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 5 2026 Mon 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 Jan 5 2026 Mon D&D Kids Club 6:30pm–7:30pm School-Age Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group Jan 5 2026 Mon D&D Kids Club 6:30pm–7:30pm School-Age Kids Upcoming 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 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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 Jan 6 2026 Tue Dry and Delicious: Botanical Mocktail Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Waitlist 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Vision Board Bash 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Open 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 Open 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Writers, We (Community Group) 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults 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 Jan 7 2026 Wed Chess Club for Kids 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Senior Coffee Breaks: Road Scholars 10:30am–12:30pm Seniors Open 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Kids Code Club: Stack 'em Smurfs Game 5:00pm–5:45pm Kids, School-Age Kids Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Beginners' Crocheting with Rachael: Kids (7-12 years) 6:00pm–7:30pm Kids, School-Age Kids Open 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 Open 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu Trivia at Beggars Pizza 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist 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 Waitlist 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Mobile Blood Drive 10:00am–2:00pm Teens, Adults Cancelled 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Homeschool Hangout 10:30am–11:30am Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri Link Up @ the Library 10:30am–11:30am Teens 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Stuffie Pet Clinic 1:00pm–3:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Stuffie Pet Clinic 1:00pm–3:00pm Kids Upcoming 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!