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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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
Event Details:
Reaching for the Stars is a winter reading program designed for teens and adults with disabilities who love books and movies.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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
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!
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
8
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Education & Skills,
Social, Games & Entertainment
Event Details:
Take your mid-morning break at the library with discussion, socializing, and, of course, plenty of coffee!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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
Kids,
School-Age Kids,
Tweens,
Teens
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
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
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
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
9
2026
Fri
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jan
5
2026
Mon
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jan
10
2026
Sat
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment,
Special Event
Event Details:
Ages 2-10. Is your stuffed animal ready for a check-up? Bring your favorite plush friend to the Stuffie Clinic!
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jan
10
2026
Sat
Stuffie Sleepover Drop Off
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment,
Special Event
Event Details:
Ages 2-10. Drop off your favorite stuffie for a night of adventure in the library! Stuffies will enjoy a tea party, storytime, dance party, and more!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
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
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Kids,
School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Making,
Storytimes
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
6
2026
Tue
Dry and Delicious: Botanical Mocktail Workshop
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room AB
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Cooking & Food,
Education & Skills,
Special Presenters & Performers
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?
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
The Studio
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
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.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
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
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
The Studio
Age Group:
Kids,
School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
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!
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This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Jan
5
2026
Mon
D&D Kids Club
6:30pm–7:30pm
School-Age Kids
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
7
2026
Wed
Writers, We (Community Group)
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
Kids,
School-Age Kids,
Tweens
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
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Kids,
School-Age Kids,
Tweens
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment
Event Details:
Ages 8-12. Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
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
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
The Studio
Age Group:
Kids,
School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
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
Teens,
Adults
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
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Education & Skills,
Social, Games & Entertainment
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!
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