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This event is in the "Adults" group

Reaching for the Stars Winter Challenge

All Day 1/4–1/31
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 4
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31
2025

Reaching for the Stars Winter Challenge

All Day 1/4–1/31
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult & Teen Services Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event
Event Details:

“Reaching for the Stars,” is a new winter challenge program at our library designed for 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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 4
-
31
2025

Review to Win

All Day 1/4–1/31
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: Books, Authors & Writing, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

"Sweets for My Sweet" Candy Jar Craft Kit

01/20/2025 @ 4:00pm–01/24/2025 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 20
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24
2025

"Sweets for My Sweet" Candy Jar Craft Kit

01/20/2025 @ 4:00pm–01/24/2025 @ 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: Crafts & Making, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Are you ready to make a Valentine craft for our first Take & Make in 2025? Stop by the Adult & Teen Services desk to pick up your "SWEET" Valentine craft.

9 am
This event is in the "Adults" group

Business Book Club Community Group

9:30am–11:00am
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 22 2025 Wed

Business Book Club Community Group

9:30am–11:00am
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Group
Event Details:

Business book club meets at the New Lenox Library the third Wednesday of every month from 9:30am-11am.

10 am
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group

Sing-Along Favorites: Mulan

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Birth - Pre-K
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
Jan 19 2025 Sun

Sing-Along Favorites: Mulan

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Birth - Pre-K
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth - Pre-K
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful afternoon of singing along to a children's favorite movie musical. Families attending are welcome to bring their own picnic blankets and snacks.  Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 21 2025 Tue

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess for Teens: Learn & Play

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 25 2025 Sat

Chess for Teens: Learn & Play

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Presenters & Performers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you an avid chess-player, brand new to chess, eager to learn new strategies, or looking to meet other chess-players? This program is for you!

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

Phone Basics with Tech Tutors

3:30pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan 20 2025 Mon

Phone Basics with 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. 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 Tech Tutors

4:00pm–4:30pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan 20 2025 Mon

Phone Basics with 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, 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.

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: Styrofoam Printing

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
Jan 20 2025 Mon

Art Club: Styrofoam Printing

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. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Styrofoam Printing

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Phone Basics with Tech Tutors

4:30pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan 20 2025 Mon

Phone Basics with 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, 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.

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

Geek Out!: Graphic Novel Club: Gamerville by Johnnie Christmas

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
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 21 2025 Tue

Geek Out!: Graphic Novel Club: Gamerville by Johnnie Christmas

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
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, Tweens
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th -8th grade. Come chat about this month's graphic novel selection while creating a unique craft. Pick up books at the Patron Services desk.

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

Tween Craft & Create: Heat Transfer Sweatshirts

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tweens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Jan 23 2025 Thu

Tween Craft & Create: Heat Transfer Sweatshirts

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tweens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th-8th grade. Join Ms. Kyra in The Studio to craft and create using the Silhouette Cameo, sublimation printer, heat press, and more! All supplies will be provided. THEME: Heat Transfer Sweatshirts

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

Sewing With Rachael: Alterations and Repairs

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan 20 2025 Mon

Sewing With Rachael: Alterations and Repairs

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
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
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Kindness Club: Warm Hearts, Warm Hats

5:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Closed
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 22 2025 Wed

Kindness Club: Warm Hearts, Warm Hats

5:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
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, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
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: Warm Hearts, Warm Hats

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

Kinder Drawin'

5:30pm–6:00pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jan 23 2025 Thu

Kinder Drawin'

5:30pm–6:00pm
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: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
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!

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

D&D Kids Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jan 20 2025 Mon

D&D Kids Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
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: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

3rd-6th 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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO Club: Teen Edition

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan 23 2025 Thu

LEGO Club: Teen Edition

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Join us for our monthly LEGO Club! New to Legos or in a LEGO slump? We will have new inspiration at every session to get you started!

LEGO Club: Teen Edition is brought to you by members of the Teen Advisory Group.

7 pm
Reservation

New Lenox Public Library District Board Meeting

7:00pm–8:00pm
Jan 20 2025 Mon

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

Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan 23 2025 Thu

Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Room: Virtual (Live)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Books, Authors & Writing, Illinois Libraries Present, Movies, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Event Details:

Join comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen. Michelle is the creator/writer/star of the Netflix series Survival of the Thickest, inspired by her autobiographical book of essays of the same name.

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