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Building Closed for President's Day

All Day
Feb 16 2026 Mon
Closing

Building Closed for President's Day

All Day
Branches:
Main Branch
Description:

The library building is closed for President's Day, but our online collection is always available!

Closing

Building Closed for President's Day

All Day
Feb 16 2026 Mon
Closing

Building Closed for President's Day

All Day
Branches:
Main Branch
Description:

The library building is closed for President's Day, but our online collection is always available!

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

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months-23 months with caregiver.  This sweet storytime is filled with books, songs, rhymes, and bubbles! Siblings are welcome

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

9:00am–9:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Music Makers

9:00am–9:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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 caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Business Book Club

9:30am–11:00am
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Business Book Club

9:30am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Group, Job & Career
Event Details:

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

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

Play-Doh Playtime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Feb 20 2026 Fri

Play-Doh Playtime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-3 with caregiver. A fun, hands-on experience perfect for the littlest patrons, Play-Doh Playtime is sure to bring out your child's creativity and imagination. Leave the mess to us in this drop-in style program!

10 am
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

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Music Makers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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 caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

 

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

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Feb 19 2026 Thu

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 with caregiver. This storytime for twos and threes will have your toddler singing and dancing while making new friends along the way. Siblings are welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Stay & Play

10:30am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Feb 19 2026 Thu

Stay & Play

10:30am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers
Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with caregiver.  Join us for a morning of open-ended free play. Kids will be able to imagine, explore, discover and meet new friends in a fun environment.  Siblings welcome.

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

Play-Doh Playtime: Master Molders

10:15am–10:45am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Feb 20 2026 Fri

Play-Doh Playtime: Master Molders

10:15am–10:45am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6 with caregiver.  Big kids love Play-Doh, too!  Let your child's creativity shine in this Play-Doh program perfect for those who want to build and create.

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

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Mystery Book Club (Community Group)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

On Our Own

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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
Feb 19 2026 Thu

On Our Own

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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. Sing along with songs, listen to fun stories, then wrap it all up with a hands-on art project. Caregivers may sign-in participants and stay within the youth department during the duration of the program.

 

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

Does Your Device Work for You?

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Feb 21 2026 Sat

Does Your Device Work for You?

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Frustrated with your phone? Considering a new device but not sure what’s right for you?

2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
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: Watercolor Windmill

4:30pm–4:45pm
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
Feb 16 2026 Mon

Art Club: Watercolor Windmill

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Watercolor Windmill

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

Tween Craft & Create: Sublimated Tumblers

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Tween Craft & Create: Sublimated Tumblers

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
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: Sublimated Tumblers

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Tween Afterhours: Foodie Fun

4:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Feb 20 2026 Fri

Tween Afterhours: Foodie Fun

4:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Crafts & Making, Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12. When the library closes, the fun begins! Join us each month for a special afterhours program just for tweens.

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

Sewing With Rachael: English Paper Piecing Heart Coasters

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Sewing With Rachael: English Paper Piecing Heart Coasters

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
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.

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: Community Helper Cookies

5:00pm–5:30pm
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
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Kindness Club: Community Helper Cookies

5:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
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: Community Helper Cookies

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

Crafting with the Cricut: Waterproof Stickers

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Crafting with the Cricut: Waterproof Stickers

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Crafting with the Cricut classes and do-it-yourself kits use the Cricut Maker 3 and Cricut Explore Air to make a paper, vinyl, or heat transfer project.

This event is in the "Teens" group

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group
Feb 19 2026 Thu

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
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!

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

Kinder Drawin'

5:30pm–6:00pm
School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Feb 19 2026 Thu

Kinder Drawin'

5:30pm–6:00pm
School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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 "Adults" group

Writers, We (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 18 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

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
Feb 18 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knit Happens!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Feb 19 2026 Thu

Knit Happens!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
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 "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Pajama Time

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
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
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Pajama Time

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft. No children younger than 3 years, please.

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