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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

TinkerCAD Challenge: Create a BobbleHead

All Day 9/1–9/30
School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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
Sep 1
-
30
2023

TinkerCAD Challenge: Create a BobbleHead

All Day 9/1–9/30
School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th Grade to Adults. Challenge yourself with 3D printing projects! Watch our Challenge video, log into TinkerCAD, and create your Challenge design.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Eek!-O-Friendly Costume Exchange

All Day 9/5–10/31
All Ages
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep-Oct 2023

Eek!-O-Friendly Costume Exchange

All Day 9/5–10/31
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Donations accepted August 15–October 30
Exchange runs September 5–October 31

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

Fall Scarecrow Craft

09/18/2023 @ 4:00pm–09/21/2023 @ 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 18
-
21
2023

Fall Scarecrow Craft

09/18/2023 @ 4:00pm–09/21/2023 @ 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , , Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Create a cute scarecrow just in time for Fall! Pick up all the supplies you need to make a welcoming scarecrow out of a cutting board.

Closing

Building Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Sep 22 2023 Fri
Closing

Building Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Branches:
Main Branch
Description:

The library building is closed for Staff Development Day, but our online collection is always available!

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

Outreach at One Fall Could Change it All

8:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 21 2023 Thu

Outreach at One Fall Could Change it All

8:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Look for the Library's table at One Fall Could Change it All!

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

Movers + Shakers

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Movers + Shakers

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6–23 months with a caregiver  Books, songs, rhymes, and bounces for on-the-move babies with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. Registration required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Rummage Sale

9:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Community Rummage Sale

9:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Commons Circle Drive
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Non-Library Group, Community Group
Event Details:

The Friends of the New Lenox Library are holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM in the circle drive on the Commons.

About the Friends: https://www.newlenoxlibrary.org/about/friends

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

Fall Scarecrow Craft

09/23/2023 @ 9:00am–09/24/2023 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 23
-
24
2023

Fall Scarecrow Craft

09/23/2023 @ 9:00am–09/24/2023 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , , Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Create a cute scarecrow just in time for Fall! Pick up all the supplies you need to make a welcoming scarecrow out of a cutting board.

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

Wacky Rascals

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Sep 19 2023 Tue

Wacky Rascals

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4 - 6. Get wacky with songs and silly stories, then wrap it all up with some creative mischief. Dress for mess. Registration required.

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

Music Makers

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Sep 20 2023 Wed

Music Makers

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 a caregiver Storytime Room at the Library. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs. Registration required.

 

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

Wee Readers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Sep 21 2023 Thu

Wee Readers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 Storytime Room at the Library Get ready for super stories, spectacular songs, and silly rhymes. Registration required. 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group

New! Saturday Morning Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Sep 23 2023 Sat

New! Saturday Morning Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: , , Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Go on a reading adventure with Mr. Eric - The Story Dude! Join us for songs, tales, and a fun family activity. Siblings are welcome.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crafting with the Cameo Class: "Spiral Betty" Vinyl Picture

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 17 2023 Sun

Crafting with the Cameo Class: "Spiral Betty" Vinyl Picture

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll use the website SpiralBetty.com to turn one of your photos into vinyl art. We'll cut out the design with the Cameo, creating a super cool vinyl line photo. This program has two separate session options, a Thursday or a Sunday.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 19 2023 Tue

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: , Books, Authors & Writing, Non-Library Group
Registration Required
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. 

September’s book is The Guest List by Lucy Foley.

2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Phone Basics with Teen Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Phone Basics with Teen Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 with our Teen Tech Tutor Volunteers. Please register for a 30-minute time slot in advance to receive one-on-one assistance.

4 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Phone Basics with Teen Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Phone Basics with Teen Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Art Club

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-4th Grade DIY video posted at 4:30 pm Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you creat

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Phone Basic with Teen Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Phone Basic with Teen Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Education & Skills, Job & Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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

Sewing with Rachael

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 18 2023 Mon

Sewing with Rachael

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: , Crafts & Making, Education & Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Always wanted to learn how to sew? Join Rachael as she teaches a different project each month, helping you gain different skills when it comes to sewing with a machine or by hand. Registration required.

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

NEW! Pokémon Club

5:30pm–6:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Sep 20 2023 Wed

NEW! Pokémon Club

5:30pm–6:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all Pokémon fanatics! Bring your card collection to the library for trading and to play the trading card game. If you have never played the Pokémon Trading Card Game, here is your chance to learn.

This event is in the "Teens" group

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep 21 2023 Thu

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type:
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Group meeting. Come prepared to discuss programming ideas, your favorite reads, video gaming, and more. TAG is a great way to earn service hours and make a difference in your Library community!

6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Ignacy Jan Paderewski: A Life with Purpose

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 19 2023 Tue

Ignacy Jan Paderewski: A Life with Purpose

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: , Education & Skills, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

You may know Ignacy Jan Paderewski as a Polish pianist and a politician but that's not all he was: A diplomat, philanthropist, businessman, advocate, and veritable rock star in his time.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers, We (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 20 2023 Wed

Writers, We (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Non-Library Group, Community Group
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The History of Bob Marley

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep 21 2023 Thu

The History of Bob Marley

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , , , History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bob was much more than a famous Jamaican musician. He was a man with deep religious convictions who rose from poverty to become a global musical and cultural icon – a pop prophet.

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

Knit Happens!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep 21 2023 Thu

Knit Happens!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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?

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

Pajama Time: Peace Day

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Sep 19 2023 Tue

Pajama Time: Peace Day

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, , , Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3–8 with a caregiver. Storytime Room at the Library. Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft.

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